Punjab Population
As per the 2011 Census, Punjab State has a population of 2.77 Cr (2,77,43,338) with 1.46 Cr (1,46,39,465) males and 1.31 Cr (1,31,03,873) females.The sex ratio in Punjab is 896, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Punjab State is 30.76 Lac (30,76,219) which is 11.09% of Punjab State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Punjab State is 847 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Punjab State is listed as part of the North region of India .
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Punjab Population Census 2011
- Punjab 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
Punjab Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Punjab State current estimated population is projected to be 3.09 Cr (3,08,60,065), indicating a 11.23% increased from Punjab's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.62 Cr, and the estimated female population is 1.47 Cr.
Punjab Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Punjab State estimated population is projected to be 3.11 Cr (3,10,54,922), projecting a 11.94% increased from Punjab's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.63 Cr, and the estimated female population is 1.48 Cr.
Punjab Sikh Population
Sikh is the most popular religion in Punjab State, with a total Sikh population of 1.60 Cr (1,60,04,754), accounting for 57.69% of the Punjab State population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 83.96 Lac (83,95,797), and the Sikh female population is around 76.09 Lac (76,08,957).
Punjab Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Punjab State, with a total Hindu population of 1.07 Cr (1,06,78,138), accounting for 38.49% of the Punjab State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 56.84 Lac (56,83,894), and the Hindu female population is around 49.94 Lac (49,94,244).
Punjab Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 1,60,04,754 | 57.69% |
| Hindu | 1,06,78,138 | 38.49% |
| Muslim | 5,35,489 | 1.93% |
| Christian | 3,48,230 | 1.26% |
| Religion not stated | 87,564 | 0.32% |
| Jain | 45,040 | 0.16% |
| Buddhist | 33,237 | 0.12% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 10,886 | 0.04% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPunjab Urban Population
The Urban population of Punjab State is 1.04 Cr (1,03,99,146), with 55.46 Lac (55,45,989) being males and 48.53 Lac (48,53,157) being females, making up 37.48% of the Punjab total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 876 females for every 1000 males.
Punjab Rural Population
The Rural population of Punjab State is 1.73 Cr (1,73,44,192), with 90.93 Lac (90,93,476) being males and 82.51 Lac (82,50,716) being females, making up 62.52% of the Punjab total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 908 females for every 1000 males.
Punjab Literacy Rate
Punjab State has a literacy rate of 75.84% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Punjab State is 80.44 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Punjab State is 70.73 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Punjab State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.18%, while in the rural regions of Punjab State, it is around 71.42%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Punjab
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75.84 | 80.44 | 70.73 |
| Urban Area | 83.18 | 86.67 | 79.21 |
| Rural Area | 71.42 | 76.62 | 65.74 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Punjab
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 73.64 | 78.17 | 68.69 |
| Hindu | 80.05 | 84.64 | 74.83 |
| Muslim | 61.88 | 67.4 | 55.4 |
| Christian | 65.99 | 71.56 | 59.91 |
Punjab Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Punjab State is 88.60 Lac (88,60,179) with 46.40 Lac (46,39,875) males and 42.20 Lac (42,20,304) females, which is 31.94% of Punjab State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 910 females for every 1000 males.
Punjab Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Punjab State is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Punjab State.
Punjab Slum Population
Slum Population in Punjab State is 14.61 Lac (14,60,518) with 7.76 Lac (7,76,388) males and 6.84 Lac (6,84,130) females, which is 5.26% of Punjab State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 882 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Punjab State are 2.94 Lac (2,93,928).
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Punjab
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 896 |
| Urban Area | 876 |
| Rural Area | 908 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Punjab
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Sikh | 907 |
| Hindu | 879 |
| Muslim | 863 |
| Christian | 913 |
Punjab Area & Households
The Total Area of Punjab State is 50,362 Square KM, with a population density of 551 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Punjab State are 217 and the Total Number of Villages in Punjab State are 12,581.The Total Number of households in Punjab State are 55.13 Lac(55,13,071).
Punjab Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Punjab State, there are about 98.97 Lac (98,97,362) workers, making up nearly 35.67% of the Punjab State total population. Out of these, around 80.74 Lac (80,74,157) are male workers, and about 18.23 Lac (18,23,205) are female workers.
Punjab - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Punjab state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 75,44,790, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 2,77,43,338 by the dataset's conclusion.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 23.89% 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 13.15%.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.
Punjab State population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 75,44,790 to 2,77,43,338.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 23.89%.
- 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 | 75.45 Lac | - | - | 41.18 Lac | 34.26 Lac |
| 1911 | 67.32 Lac | -8.13 Lac | -10.779359 | 37.82 Lac | 29.49 Lac |
| 1921 | 71.53 Lac | 4.21 Lac | 6.258640335 | 39.76 Lac | 31.77 Lac |
| 1931 | 80.12 Lac | 8.60 Lac | 12.0164506 | 44.15 Lac | 35.97 Lac |
| 1941 | 96.00 Lac | 15.88 Lac | 19.81835485 | 52.28 Lac | 43.72 Lac |
| 1951 | 91.61 Lac | -4.40 Lac | -4.58047073 | 49.68 Lac | 41.92 Lac |
| 1961 | 1.11 Cr | 19.75 Lac | 21.55525353 | 60.08 Lac | 51.28 Lac |
| 1971 | 1.36 Cr | 24.16 Lac | 21.69713542 | 72.67 Lac | 62.85 Lac |
| 1981 | 1.68 Cr | 32.38 Lac | 23.89373968 | 89.37 Lac | 78.52 Lac |
| 1991 | 2.03 Cr | 34.93 Lac | 20.80571615 | 1.08 Cr | 95.04 Lac |
| 2001 | 2.44 Cr | 40.77 Lac | 20.10174653 | 1.30 Cr | 1.14 Cr |
| 2011 | 2.77 Cr | 33.84 Lac | 13.89358816 | 1.46 Cr | 1.31 Cr |
Note:-
i) N.A: The census record of 8 princely States, which were merged into the former PEPSU in 1948, was not available for the previous decades. In the result it was not possible to build up comparative figures of four districts of PEPSU i.e. Kapurthala, Patiala, Sangrur and Bhatinda, for the period from 1901 to 1941
Punjab - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3.09 Cr (3,08,60,065) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 3.11 Cr (3,10,54,922) | 11.94% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 3.12 Cr (3,12,24,926) | 12.55% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 3.14 Cr (3,13,78,028) | 13.1% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 3.15 Cr (3,15,30,136) | 13.65% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 3.17 Cr (3,16,83,238) | 14.2% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 3.18 Cr (3,18,36,341) | 14.75% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 3.20 Cr (3,19,66,577) | 15.22% | 0.47 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 3.21 Cr (3,20,79,913) | 15.63% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 3.22 Cr (3,21,93,248) | 16.04% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 3.23 Cr (3,23,06,584) | 16.45% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 3.24 Cr (3,24,20,913) | 16.86% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 3.25 Cr (3,25,34,249) | 17.27% | 0.41 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Punjab State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 3.25 Cr (3,25,34,249), with a male population of 1.70 Cr (1,69,90,212) and a female population of 1.55 Cr (1,55,43,953). This reflects a total growth of 17.27% from Punjab State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.69%.