Pune Population
As per the 2011 Census, Pune District has a population of 94.29 Lac (94,29,408) with 49.24 Lac (49,24,105) males and 45.05 Lac (45,05,303) females.The sex ratio in Pune is 915, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Pune District is 11.05 Lac (11,04,959) which is 11.72% of Pune District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Pune District is 884 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Pune District is listed as part of MAHARASHTRA State in INDIA.
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Pune Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Pune District current estimated population is projected to be 1.07 Cr (1,06,64,239), indicating a 13.1% increased from Pune's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 55.89 Lac, and the estimated female population is 50.76 Lac.
Pune Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Pune District estimated population is projected to be 1.07 Cr (1,07,45,433), projecting a 13.96% increased from Pune's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 56.32 Lac, and the estimated female population is 51.13 Lac.
Pune Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Pune District, with a total Hindu population of 80.90 Lac (80,90,254), accounting for 85.8% of the Pune District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 42.33 Lac (42,32,975), and the Hindu female population is around 38.57 Lac (38,57,279).
Pune Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Pune District, with a total Muslim population of 6.74 Lac (6,73,704), accounting for 7.14% of the Pune District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 3.53 Lac (3,52,757), and the Muslim female population is around 3.21 Lac (3,20,947).
Pune Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 80,90,254 | 85.8% |
| Muslim | 6,73,704 | 7.14% |
| Buddhist | 3,40,404 | 3.61% |
| Christian | 1,34,192 | 1.42% |
| Jain | 1,27,786 | 1.36% |
| Sikh | 27,090 | 0.29% |
| Religion not stated | 26,105 | 0.28% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 9,873 | 0.1% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPune Urban Population
The Urban population of Pune District is 57.51 Lac (57,51,182), with 30.21 Lac (30,20,665) being males and 27.31 Lac (27,30,517) being females, making up 60.99% of the Pune total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 904 females for every 1000 males.
Pune Rural Population
The Rural population of Pune District is 36.78 Lac (36,78,226), with 19.03 Lac (19,03,440) being males and 17.75 Lac (17,74,786) being females, making up 39.01% of the Pune total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 933 females for every 1000 males.
Pune Literacy Rate
Pune District has a literacy rate of 86.15% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Pune District is 90.84 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Pune District is 81.05 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Pune District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 89.45%, while in the rural regions of Pune District, it is around 80.98%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Pune
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86.15 | 90.84 | 81.05 |
| Urban Area | 89.45 | 92.46 | 86.12 |
| Rural Area | 80.98 | 88.25 | 73.25 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Pune
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 85.89 | 90.8 | 80.54 |
| Muslim | 86.06 | 89.4 | 82.37 |
| Buddhist | 84.91 | 90.44 | 79.23 |
| Christian | 94.09 | 95.11 | 93.09 |
Pune Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Pune District is 11.81 Lac (11,80,703) with 6.03 Lac (6,02,755) males and 5.78 Lac (5,77,948) females, which is 12.52% of Pune District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 959 females for every 1000 males.
Pune Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Pune District is 3.49 Lac (3,48,876) with 1.79 Lac (1,79,132) males and 1.70 Lac (1,69,744) females, which is 3.7% of Pune District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 948 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Pune
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 915 |
| Urban Area | 904 |
| Rural Area | 933 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Pune
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 912 |
| Muslim | 910 |
| Buddhist | 971 |
| Christian | 1020 |
Pune Area & Households
The Total Area of Pune District is 15,643 Square KM, with a population density of 603 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Pune District are 35 and the Total Number of Villages in Pune District are 1,877.The Total Number of households in Pune District are 21.52 Lac(21,51,503).
Pune Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Pune District, there are about 40.49 Lac (40,48,993) workers, making up nearly 42.94% of the Pune District total population. Out of these, around 28.10 Lac (28,09,816) are male workers, and about 12.39 Lac (12,39,177) are female workers.
Pune - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Pune district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 10,95,858, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 94,29,408 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 32.85% 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 20.41%.
Pune District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 10,95,858 to 94,29,408.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 32.85%.
- 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 | 10.96 Lac | 0 | 0 | 5.54 Lac | 5.42 Lac |
| 1911 | 11.77 Lac | 81.38 k | 7.426144628 | 5.95 Lac | 5.82 Lac |
| 1921 | 11.05 Lac | -72.22 k | -6.135038115 | 5.65 Lac | 5.40 Lac |
| 1931 | 12.76 Lac | 1.71 Lac | 15.46297151 | 6.53 Lac | 6.22 Lac |
| 1941 | 14.73 Lac | 1.97 Lac | 15.44735328 | 7.56 Lac | 7.17 Lac |
| 1951 | 19.51 Lac | 4.78 Lac | 32.45166914 | 10.06 Lac | 9.45 Lac |
| 1961 | 24.67 Lac | 5.16 Lac | 26.44338013 | 12.69 Lac | 11.98 Lac |
| 1971 | 31.78 Lac | 7.11 Lac | 28.82787164 | 16.44 Lac | 15.34 Lac |
| 1981 | 41.64 Lac | 9.86 Lac | 31.0393958 | 21.50 Lac | 20.14 Lac |
| 1991 | 55.33 Lac | 13.68 Lac | 32.85080695 | 28.61 Lac | 26.71 Lac |
| 2001 | 72.33 Lac | 17.00 Lac | 30.7277572 | 37.69 Lac | 34.63 Lac |
| 2011 | 94.29 Lac | 21.97 Lac | 30.37450804 | 49.24 Lac | 45.05 Lac |
Pune - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.07 Cr (1,06,64,239) | 13.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.07 Cr (1,07,45,433) | 13.96% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.08 Cr (1,08,19,541) | 14.74% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.09 Cr (1,08,88,647) | 15.48% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.10 Cr (1,09,57,754) | 16.21% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.10 Cr (1,10,26,777) | 16.94% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.11 Cr (1,10,95,883) | 17.67% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.12 Cr (1,11,56,820) | 18.32% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.12 Cr (1,12,12,089) | 18.91% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.13 Cr (1,12,67,357) | 19.49% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.13 Cr (1,13,22,543) | 20.08% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.14 Cr (1,13,77,811) | 20.66% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.14 Cr (1,14,32,996) | 21.25% | 0.59 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Pune District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.14 Cr (1,14,32,996), with a male population of 59.96 Lac (59,96,341) and a female population of 54.37 Lac (54,37,047). This reflects a total growth of 21.25% from Pune District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.