Sangli Population
As per the 2011 Census, Sangli District has a population of 28.22 Lac (28,22,143) with 14.36 Lac (14,35,728) males and 13.86 Lac (13,86,415) females.The sex ratio in Sangli is 966, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Sangli District is 3.07 Lac (3,06,777) which is 10.87% of Sangli District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Sangli District is 867 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Sangli District is listed as part of MAHARASHTRA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Sangli Population Census 2011
- Sangli 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
Sangli Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Sangli District current estimated population is projected to be 31.92 Lac (31,91,718), indicating a 13.1% increased from Sangli's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 16.30 Lac, and the estimated female population is 15.62 Lac.
Sangli Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Sangli District estimated population is projected to be 32.16 Lac (32,16,019), projecting a 13.96% increased from Sangli's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 16.42 Lac, and the estimated female population is 15.74 Lac.
Sangli Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Sangli District, with a total Hindu population of 24.40 Lac (24,40,312), accounting for 86.47% of the Sangli District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 12.42 Lac (12,42,390), and the Hindu female population is around 11.98 Lac (11,97,922).
Sangli Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Sangli District, with a total Muslim population of 2.40 Lac (2,39,607), accounting for 8.49% of the Sangli District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.21 Lac (1,20,693), and the Muslim female population is around 1.19 Lac (1,18,914).
Sangli Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 24,40,312 | 86.47% |
| Muslim | 2,39,607 | 8.49% |
| Jain | 87,453 | 3.1% |
| Buddhist | 38,210 | 1.35% |
| Christian | 9,098 | 0.32% |
| Religion not stated | 5,434 | 0.19% |
| Sikh | 1,260 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 769 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSangli Urban Population
The Urban population of Sangli District is 7.19 Lac (7,19,357), with 3.65 Lac (3,64,604) being males and 3.55 Lac (3,54,753) being females, making up 25.49% of the Sangli total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 973 females for every 1000 males.
Sangli Rural Population
The Rural population of Sangli District is 21.03 Lac (21,02,786), with 10.71 Lac (10,71,124) being males and 10.32 Lac (10,31,662) being females, making up 74.51% of the Sangli total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 964 females for every 1000 males.
Sangli Literacy Rate
Sangli District has a literacy rate of 81.48% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Sangli District is 88.22 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Sangli District is 74.59 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Sangli District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.24%, while in the rural regions of Sangli District, it is around 79.84%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Sangli
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81.48 | 88.22 | 74.59 |
| Urban Area | 86.24 | 90.63 | 81.76 |
| Rural Area | 79.84 | 87.39 | 72.12 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Sangli
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 80.76 | 87.77 | 73.58 |
| Muslim | 84.71 | 89.77 | 79.62 |
| Jain | 91.79 | 95.18 | 88.2 |
| Buddhist | 80.92 | 89.1 | 72.97 |
Sangli Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Sangli District is 3.53 Lac (3,53,093) with 1.77 Lac (1,77,108) males and 1.76 Lac (1,75,985) females, which is 12.51% of Sangli District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 994 females for every 1000 males.
Sangli Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Sangli District is 18.33 k (18,333) with 9.41 k (9,406) males and 8.93 k (8,927) females, which is 0.65% of Sangli District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 950 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Sangli
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 |
| Urban Area | 973 |
| Rural Area | 964 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Sangli
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 965 |
| Muslim | 986 |
| Jain | 932 |
| Buddhist | 1020 |
Sangli Area & Households
The Total Area of Sangli District is 8,572 Square KM, with a population density of 329 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Sangli District are 7 and the Total Number of Villages in Sangli District are 728.The Total Number of households in Sangli District are 5.98 Lac(5,98,386).
Sangli Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Sangli District, there are about 12.15 Lac (12,15,104) workers, making up nearly 43.06% of the Sangli District total population. Out of these, around 8.00 Lac (8,00,214) are male workers, and about 4.15 Lac (4,14,890) are female workers.
Sangli - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Sangli district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,45,696, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 28,22,143 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 25.11% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1911 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 13.56%.
Sangli District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 6,45,696 to 28,22,143.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 25.11%.
- The year 1911 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 6.46 Lac | 0 | 0 | 3.25 Lac | 3.20 Lac |
| 1911 | 6.14 Lac | -31.95 k | -4.947374616 | 3.15 Lac | 2.99 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.97 Lac | -16.38 k | -2.668834755 | 3.08 Lac | 2.90 Lac |
| 1931 | 7.09 Lac | 1.11 Lac | 18.66294146 | 3.64 Lac | 3.45 Lac |
| 1941 | 8.14 Lac | 1.06 Lac | 14.8959312 | 4.17 Lac | 3.98 Lac |
| 1951 | 10.00 Lac | 1.86 Lac | 22.82843984 | 5.08 Lac | 4.92 Lac |
| 1961 | 12.33 Lac | 2.33 Lac | 23.25238036 | 6.30 Lac | 6.03 Lac |
| 1971 | 15.43 Lac | 3.10 Lac | 25.10766546 | 7.92 Lac | 7.51 Lac |
| 1981 | 18.34 Lac | 2.92 Lac | 18.91226273 | 9.33 Lac | 9.02 Lac |
| 1991 | 22.09 Lac | 3.75 Lac | 20.45447483 | 11.29 Lac | 10.81 Lac |
| 2001 | 25.84 Lac | 3.74 Lac | 16.92862781 | 13.20 Lac | 12.63 Lac |
| 2011 | 28.22 Lac | 2.39 Lac | 9.236182826 | 14.36 Lac | 13.86 Lac |
Sangli - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 31.92 Lac (31,91,718) | 13.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 32.16 Lac (32,16,019) | 13.96% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 32.38 Lac (32,38,198) | 14.74% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 32.59 Lac (32,58,881) | 15.48% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 32.80 Lac (32,79,564) | 16.21% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 33.00 Lac (33,00,222) | 16.94% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 33.21 Lac (33,20,905) | 17.67% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 33.39 Lac (33,39,143) | 18.32% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 33.56 Lac (33,55,685) | 18.91% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 33.72 Lac (33,72,226) | 19.49% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 33.89 Lac (33,88,743) | 20.08% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 34.05 Lac (34,05,284) | 20.66% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 34.22 Lac (34,21,801) | 21.25% | 0.59 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Sangli District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 34.22 Lac (34,21,801), with a male population of 17.48 Lac (17,48,362) and a female population of 16.73 Lac (16,73,141). This reflects a total growth of 21.25% from Sangli District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.