Nashik Population
As per the 2011 Census, Nashik District has a population of 61.07 Lac (61,07,187) with 31.57 Lac (31,57,186) males and 29.50 Lac (29,50,001) females.The sex ratio in Nashik is 935, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Nashik District is 8.28 Lac (8,27,935) which is 13.56% of Nashik District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Nashik District is 891 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Nashik District is listed as part of MAHARASHTRA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Nashik Population Census 2011
- Nashik 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
Nashik Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Nashik District current estimated population is projected to be 69.07 Lac (69,06,956), indicating a 13.1% increased from Nashik's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 35.83 Lac, and the estimated female population is 33.23 Lac.
Nashik Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Nashik District estimated population is projected to be 69.60 Lac (69,59,543), projecting a 13.96% increased from Nashik's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 36.11 Lac, and the estimated female population is 33.48 Lac.
Nashik Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Nashik District, with a total Hindu population of 52.37 Lac (52,37,009), accounting for 85.75% of the Nashik District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 27.13 Lac (27,12,698), and the Hindu female population is around 25.24 Lac (25,24,311).
Nashik Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Nashik District, with a total Muslim population of 6.93 Lac (6,93,052), accounting for 11.35% of the Nashik District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 3.54 Lac (3,53,902), and the Muslim female population is around 3.39 Lac (3,39,150).
Nashik Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 52,37,009 | 85.75% |
| Muslim | 6,93,052 | 11.35% |
| Buddhist | 94,783 | 1.55% |
| Jain | 38,212 | 0.63% |
| Christian | 23,946 | 0.39% |
| Religion not stated | 9,478 | 0.16% |
| Sikh | 8,912 | 0.15% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,795 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNashik Urban Population
The Urban population of Nashik District is 25.97 Lac (25,97,373), with 13.52 Lac (13,52,474) being males and 12.45 Lac (12,44,899) being females, making up 42.53% of the Nashik total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 921 females for every 1000 males.
Nashik Rural Population
The Rural population of Nashik District is 35.10 Lac (35,09,814), with 18.05 Lac (18,04,712) being males and 17.05 Lac (17,05,102) being females, making up 57.47% of the Nashik total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 945 females for every 1000 males.
Nashik Literacy Rate
Nashik District has a literacy rate of 82.31% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Nashik District is 88.17 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Nashik District is 76.08 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Nashik District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 89.12%, while in the rural regions of Nashik District, it is around 77.19%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Nashik
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82.31 | 88.17 | 76.08 |
| Urban Area | 89.12 | 92.71 | 85.23 |
| Rural Area | 77.19 | 84.71 | 69.31 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Nashik
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 81.45 | 87.76 | 74.73 |
| Muslim | 87.25 | 90.09 | 84.3 |
| Buddhist | 85.02 | 91.35 | 78.44 |
| Jain | 97.4 | 98.07 | 96.71 |
Nashik Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Nashik District is 5.55 Lac (5,54,687) with 2.82 Lac (2,82,213) males and 2.72 Lac (2,72,474) females, which is 9.08% of Nashik District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 966 females for every 1000 males.
Nashik Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Nashik District is 15.64 Lac (15,64,369) with 7.93 Lac (7,92,547) males and 7.72 Lac (7,71,822) females, which is 25.62% of Nashik District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 974 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Nashik
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 935 |
| Urban Area | 921 |
| Rural Area | 945 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Nashik
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 931 |
| Muslim | 959 |
| Buddhist | 959 |
| Jain | 955 |
Nashik Area & Households
The Total Area of Nashik District is 15,530 Square KM, with a population density of 393 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Nashik District are 25 and the Total Number of Villages in Nashik District are 1,922.The Total Number of households in Nashik District are 12.23 Lac(12,22,887).
Nashik Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Nashik District, there are about 27.63 Lac (27,63,328) workers, making up nearly 45.25% of the Nashik District total population. Out of these, around 17.46 Lac (17,46,286) are male workers, and about 10.17 Lac (10,17,042) are female workers.
Nashik - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Nashik district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 8,23,080, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 61,07,187 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 29.75% 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 18.83%.
Nashik District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 8,23,080 to 61,07,187.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 29.75%.
- 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 | 8.23 Lac | 0 | 0 | 4.17 Lac | 4.06 Lac |
| 1911 | 9.16 Lac | 92.62 k | 11.25261214 | 4.62 Lac | 4.54 Lac |
| 1921 | 8.46 Lac | -69.92 k | -7.63515919 | 4.32 Lac | 4.14 Lac |
| 1931 | 10.10 Lac | 1.64 Lac | 19.3666697 | 5.14 Lac | 4.95 Lac |
| 1941 | 11.28 Lac | 1.18 Lac | 11.68938067 | 5.77 Lac | 5.50 Lac |
| 1951 | 14.30 Lac | 3.02 Lac | 26.81090851 | 7.31 Lac | 6.99 Lac |
| 1961 | 18.55 Lac | 4.25 Lac | 29.74510391 | 9.54 Lac | 9.02 Lac |
| 1971 | 23.69 Lac | 5.14 Lac | 27.70387323 | 12.21 Lac | 11.48 Lac |
| 1981 | 29.92 Lac | 6.23 Lac | 26.27521873 | 15.45 Lac | 14.47 Lac |
| 1991 | 38.51 Lac | 8.60 Lac | 28.73288746 | 19.85 Lac | 18.66 Lac |
| 2001 | 49.94 Lac | 11.42 Lac | 29.66345325 | 25.91 Lac | 24.03 Lac |
| 2011 | 61.07 Lac | 11.13 Lac | 22.29548424 | 31.57 Lac | 29.50 Lac |
Nashik - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 69.07 Lac (69,06,956) | 13.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 69.60 Lac (69,59,543) | 13.96% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 70.08 Lac (70,07,541) | 14.74% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 70.52 Lac (70,52,299) | 15.48% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 70.97 Lac (70,97,058) | 16.21% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 71.42 Lac (71,41,762) | 16.94% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 71.87 Lac (71,86,521) | 17.67% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 72.26 Lac (72,25,988) | 18.32% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 72.62 Lac (72,61,784) | 18.91% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 72.98 Lac (72,97,580) | 19.49% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 73.33 Lac (73,33,322) | 20.08% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 73.69 Lac (73,69,118) | 20.66% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 74.05 Lac (74,04,860) | 21.25% | 0.59 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Nashik District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 74.05 Lac (74,04,860), with a male population of 38.45 Lac (38,44,671) and a female population of 35.60 Lac (35,60,093). This reflects a total growth of 21.25% from Nashik District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.68%.