Hoshangabad Population
As per the 2011 Census, Hoshangabad District has a population of 12.41 Lac (12,41,350) with 6.49 Lac (6,48,725) males and 5.93 Lac (5,92,625) females.The sex ratio in Hoshangabad is 914, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Hoshangabad District is 1.65 Lac (1,64,602) which is 13.26% of Hoshangabad District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Hoshangabad District is 919 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Hoshangabad District is listed as part of MADHYA PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Hoshangabad Population Census 2011
- Hoshangabad Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- Population Projections Up to 2036
Hoshangabad Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Hoshangabad District current estimated population is projected to be 14.93 Lac (14,92,911), indicating a 20.27% increased from Hoshangabad's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 7.76 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.17 Lac.
Hoshangabad Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Hoshangabad District estimated population is projected to be 15.10 Lac (15,10,359), projecting a 21.67% increased from Hoshangabad's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 7.85 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.25 Lac.
Hoshangabad Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Hoshangabad District, with a total Hindu population of 11.75 Lac (11,75,203), accounting for 94.67% of the Hoshangabad District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.15 Lac (6,14,657), and the Hindu female population is around 5.61 Lac (5,60,546).
Hoshangabad Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Hoshangabad District, with a total Muslim population of 52.27 k (52,269), accounting for 4.21% of the Hoshangabad District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 26.96 k (26,964), and the Muslim female population is around 25.31 k (25,305).
Hoshangabad Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 11,75,203 | 94.67% |
| Muslim | 52,269 | 4.21% |
| Christian | 4,453 | 0.36% |
| Jain | 3,888 | 0.31% |
| Sikh | 3,127 | 0.25% |
| Buddhist | 1,550 | 0.12% |
| Religion not stated | 753 | 0.06% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 107 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationHoshangabad Urban Population
The Urban population of Hoshangabad District is 3.90 Lac (3,89,986), with 2.04 Lac (2,03,663) being males and 1.86 Lac (1,86,323) being females, making up 31.42% of the Hoshangabad total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 915 females for every 1000 males.
Hoshangabad Rural Population
The Rural population of Hoshangabad District is 8.51 Lac (8,51,364), with 4.45 Lac (4,45,062) being males and 4.06 Lac (4,06,302) being females, making up 68.58% of the Hoshangabad total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 913 females for every 1000 males.
Hoshangabad Literacy Rate
Hoshangabad District has a literacy rate of 75.29% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Hoshangabad District is 83.35 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Hoshangabad District is 66.45 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Hoshangabad District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.8%, while in the rural regions of Hoshangabad District, it is around 69.83%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Hoshangabad
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75.29 | 83.35 | 66.45 |
| Urban Area | 86.8 | 91.93 | 81.2 |
| Rural Area | 69.83 | 79.29 | 59.45 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Hoshangabad
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 74.81 | 83.07 | 65.75 |
| Muslim | 81.73 | 87.05 | 76.03 |
| Christian | 93.13 | 94.49 | 91.81 |
| Jain | 97.35 | 98.08 | 96.6 |
Hoshangabad Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Hoshangabad District is 2.05 Lac (2,05,007) with 1.07 Lac (1,07,237) males and 97.77 k (97,770) females, which is 16.51% of Hoshangabad District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 912 females for every 1000 males.
Hoshangabad Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Hoshangabad District is 1.97 Lac (1,97,300) with 1.01 Lac (1,01,041) males and 96.26 k (96,259) females, which is 15.89% of Hoshangabad District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 953 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Hoshangabad
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 914 |
| Urban Area | 915 |
| Rural Area | 913 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Hoshangabad
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 912 |
| Muslim | 939 |
| Christian | 1015 |
| Jain | 948 |
Hoshangabad Area & Households
The Total Area of Hoshangabad District is 6,703 Square KM, with a population density of 185 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Hoshangabad District are 12 and the Total Number of Villages in Hoshangabad District are 961.The Total Number of households in Hoshangabad District are 2.57 Lac(2,57,199).
Hoshangabad Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Hoshangabad District, there are about 4.78 Lac (4,78,082) workers, making up nearly 38.51% of the Hoshangabad District total population. Out of these, around 3.45 Lac (3,45,435) are male workers, and about 1.33 Lac (1,32,647) are female workers.
Hoshangabad - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Hoshangabad district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,28,593, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 12,41,350 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 31.07% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 13.41%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Hoshangabad District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,28,593 to 12,41,350.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 31.07%.
- The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 3.29 Lac | - | - | 1.64 Lac | 1.65 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.38 Lac | 9.01 k | 2.741385239 | 1.70 Lac | 1.67 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.28 Lac | -9.71 k | -2.875880107 | 1.67 Lac | 1.61 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.59 Lac | 31.02 k | 9.45921218 | 1.83 Lac | 1.76 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.60 Lac | 613 | 0.170795859 | 1.83 Lac | 1.77 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.64 Lac | 4.24 k | 1.178512521 | 1.86 Lac | 1.78 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.33 Lac | 69.08 k | 18.99009781 | 2.25 Lac | 2.08 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.67 Lac | 1.34 Lac | 31.06696301 | 2.98 Lac | 2.69 Lac |
| 1981 | 7.09 Lac | 1.42 Lac | 24.99519659 | 3.73 Lac | 3.36 Lac |
| 1991 | 8.86 Lac | 1.77 Lac | 25.00973059 | 4.69 Lac | 4.18 Lac |
| 2001 | 10.84 Lac | 1.98 Lac | 22.3155534 | 5.72 Lac | 5.12 Lac |
| 2011 | 12.41 Lac | 1.57 Lac | 14.48769443 | 6.49 Lac | 5.93 Lac |
Hoshangabad - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14.93 Lac (14,92,911) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 15.10 Lac (15,10,359) | 21.67% | 1.4 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 15.26 Lac (15,26,285) | 22.95% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 15.41 Lac (15,41,127) | 24.15% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 15.56 Lac (15,55,970) | 25.34% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 15.71 Lac (15,70,812) | 26.54% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 15.86 Lac (15,85,638) | 27.73% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 15.99 Lac (15,99,228) | 28.83% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 16.12 Lac (16,11,921) | 29.85% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 16.25 Lac (16,24,597) | 30.87% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 16.37 Lac (16,37,290) | 31.9% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 16.50 Lac (16,49,966) | 32.92% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 16.63 Lac (16,62,659) | 33.94% | 1.02 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Hoshangabad District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 16.63 Lac (16,62,659), with a male population of 8.59 Lac (8,58,903) and a female population of 8.04 Lac (8,03,548). This reflects a total growth of 33.94% from Hoshangabad District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.36%.