Ahmadnagar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Ahmadnagar District has a population of 45.43 Lac (45,43,159) with 23.43 Lac (23,42,825) males and 22.00 Lac (22,00,334) females.The sex ratio in Ahmadnagar is 940, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Ahmadnagar District is 5.56 Lac (5,56,014) which is 12.24% of Ahmadnagar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Ahmadnagar District is 852 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Ahmadnagar District is listed as part of MAHARASHTRA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Ahmadnagar Population Census 2011
- Ahmadnagar 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
Ahmadnagar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Ahmadnagar District current estimated population is projected to be 51.38 Lac (51,38,110), indicating a 13.1% increased from Ahmadnagar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 26.59 Lac, and the estimated female population is 24.79 Lac.
Ahmadnagar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Ahmadnagar District estimated population is projected to be 51.77 Lac (51,77,230), projecting a 13.96% increased from Ahmadnagar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 26.80 Lac, and the estimated female population is 24.97 Lac.
Ahmadnagar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Ahmadnagar District, with a total Hindu population of 41.07 Lac (41,07,143), accounting for 90.4% of the Ahmadnagar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 21.21 Lac (21,21,148), and the Hindu female population is around 19.86 Lac (19,85,995).
Ahmadnagar Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Ahmadnagar District, with a total Muslim population of 3.21 Lac (3,20,743), accounting for 7.06% of the Ahmadnagar District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.63 Lac (1,63,432), and the Muslim female population is around 1.57 Lac (1,57,311).
Ahmadnagar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 41,07,143 | 90.4% |
| Muslim | 3,20,743 | 7.06% |
| Jain | 38,718 | 0.85% |
| Buddhist | 33,898 | 0.75% |
| Christian | 22,766 | 0.5% |
| Religion not stated | 13,052 | 0.29% |
| Sikh | 5,431 | 0.12% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,408 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationAhmadnagar Urban Population
The Urban population of Ahmadnagar District is 9.13 Lac (9,12,617), with 4.70 Lac (4,69,918) being males and 4.43 Lac (4,42,699) being females, making up 20.09% of the Ahmadnagar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 943 females for every 1000 males.
Ahmadnagar Rural Population
The Rural population of Ahmadnagar District is 36.31 Lac (36,30,542), with 18.73 Lac (18,72,907) being males and 17.58 Lac (17,57,635) being females, making up 79.91% of the Ahmadnagar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 939 females for every 1000 males.
Ahmadnagar Literacy Rate
Ahmadnagar District has a literacy rate of 79.05% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Ahmadnagar District is 86.82 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Ahmadnagar District is 70.89 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Ahmadnagar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.57%, while in the rural regions of Ahmadnagar District, it is around 76.89%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Ahmadnagar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79.05 | 86.82 | 70.89 |
| Urban Area | 87.57 | 92.05 | 82.87 |
| Rural Area | 76.89 | 85.49 | 67.85 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Ahmadnagar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 78.52 | 86.54 | 70.07 |
| Muslim | 82.46 | 88.54 | 76.2 |
| Jain | 96.48 | 97.5 | 95.42 |
| Buddhist | 79.36 | 87.14 | 71.32 |
Ahmadnagar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Ahmadnagar District is 5.74 Lac (5,73,698) with 2.92 Lac (2,91,521) males and 2.82 Lac (2,82,177) females, which is 12.63% of Ahmadnagar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 968 females for every 1000 males.
Ahmadnagar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Ahmadnagar District is 3.78 Lac (3,78,230) with 1.91 Lac (1,91,165) males and 1.87 Lac (1,87,065) females, which is 8.33% of Ahmadnagar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 979 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Ahmadnagar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 940 |
| Urban Area | 943 |
| Rural Area | 939 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Ahmadnagar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 937 |
| Muslim | 963 |
| Jain | 958 |
| Buddhist | 962 |
Ahmadnagar Area & Households
The Total Area of Ahmadnagar District is 17,048 Square KM, with a population density of 266 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Ahmadnagar District are 19 and the Total Number of Villages in Ahmadnagar District are 1,584.The Total Number of households in Ahmadnagar District are 9.30 Lac(9,30,024).
Ahmadnagar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Ahmadnagar District, there are about 22.05 Lac (22,04,590) workers, making up nearly 48.53% of the Ahmadnagar District total population. Out of these, around 13.00 Lac (13,00,309) are male workers, and about 9.04 Lac (9,04,281) are female workers.
Ahmadnagar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Ahmadnagar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 8,21,946, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 45,43,159 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1931. The growth rate of 34.77% 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 16.36%.
Ahmadnagar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 8,21,946 to 45,43,159.
- The year 1931 stands out with a growth rate of 34.77%.
- 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 | 8.22 Lac | 0 | 0 | 4.10 Lac | 4.12 Lac |
| 1911 | 9.28 Lac | 1.06 Lac | 12.87785329 | 4.68 Lac | 4.60 Lac |
| 1921 | 7.21 Lac | -2.07 Lac | -22.32023238 | 3.64 Lac | 3.56 Lac |
| 1931 | 9.71 Lac | 2.51 Lac | 34.76951169 | 4.93 Lac | 4.79 Lac |
| 1941 | 11.25 Lac | 1.54 Lac | 15.86601819 | 5.72 Lac | 5.54 Lac |
| 1951 | 14.13 Lac | 2.88 Lac | 25.59476525 | 7.17 Lac | 6.96 Lac |
| 1961 | 17.79 Lac | 3.66 Lac | 25.8800124 | 9.07 Lac | 8.72 Lac |
| 1971 | 22.73 Lac | 4.94 Lac | 27.76327725 | 11.62 Lac | 11.11 Lac |
| 1981 | 27.12 Lac | 4.39 Lac | 19.32357714 | 13.85 Lac | 13.28 Lac |
| 1991 | 33.73 Lac | 6.60 Lac | 24.34824669 | 17.31 Lac | 16.42 Lac |
| 2001 | 40.41 Lac | 6.68 Lac | 19.79602334 | 20.83 Lac | 19.58 Lac |
| 2011 | 45.43 Lac | 5.03 Lac | 12.4365633 | 23.43 Lac | 22.00 Lac |
Ahmadnagar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 51.38 Lac (51,38,110) | 13.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 51.77 Lac (51,77,230) | 13.96% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 52.13 Lac (52,12,936) | 14.74% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 52.46 Lac (52,46,232) | 15.48% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 52.80 Lac (52,79,528) | 16.21% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 53.13 Lac (53,12,783) | 16.94% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 53.46 Lac (53,46,079) | 17.67% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 53.75 Lac (53,75,439) | 18.32% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 54.02 Lac (54,02,068) | 18.91% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 54.29 Lac (54,28,697) | 19.49% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 54.55 Lac (54,55,286) | 20.08% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 54.82 Lac (54,81,914) | 20.66% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 55.09 Lac (55,08,503) | 21.25% | 0.59 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Ahmadnagar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 55.09 Lac (55,08,503), with a male population of 28.53 Lac (28,52,981) and a female population of 26.55 Lac (26,55,387). This reflects a total growth of 21.25% from Ahmadnagar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.68%.