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 .

2.77 Cr

Toatl Population

1.46 Cr

Male Population

1.31 Cr

Female Population

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
Sikh1,60,04,75457.69%
Hindu1,06,78,13838.49%
Muslim5,35,4891.93%
Christian3,48,2301.26%
Religion not stated87,5640.32%
Jain45,0400.16%
Buddhist33,2370.12%
Other religions and persuasions10,8860.04%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Punjab 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

Historical Population of Punjab by Census Year 1901-2011

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 0.5%.

Punjab Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Punjab is 2.77 Cr (2,77,43,338).

The estimated population of Punjab in 2024 is approximately 3.09 Cr (3,08,60,065).

Sikh constitute 57.69% of Punjab population, amounting to approximately 1.60 Cr (1,60,04,754) people.

Hindu constitute 38.49% of Punjab population, totaling around 1.07 Cr (1,06,78,138) people.

Sikh: 57.69%, Hindu: 38.49%, Muslim: 1.93%, Christian: 1.26%, Religion not stated: 0.32%, Jain: 0.16%, Buddhist: 0.12%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.04%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Punjab is 88.60 Lac (31.94%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 0.

In Punjab, 1.04 Cr (37.48%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 1.73 Cr (62.52%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punjab is 75.84%, with male literacy at 80.44% and female literacy at 70.73%.

The sex ratio in Punjab is 896 females for every 1000 males.

Punjab population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.5% up to 2036.