Faridkot Population
As per the 2011 Census, Faridkot District has a population of 6.18 Lac (6,17,508) with 3.27 Lac (3,26,671) males and 2.91 Lac (2,90,837) females.The sex ratio in Faridkot is 891, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Faridkot District is 69.31 k (69,311) which is 11.22% of Faridkot District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Faridkot District is 851 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Faridkot District is listed as part of PUNJAB State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Faridkot Population Census 2011
- Faridkot 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
Faridkot Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Faridkot District current estimated population is projected to be 6.87 Lac (6,86,880), indicating a 11.23% increased from Faridkot's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.61 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.25 Lac.
Faridkot Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Faridkot District estimated population is projected to be 6.91 Lac (6,91,217), projecting a 11.94% increased from Faridkot's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.64 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.28 Lac.
Faridkot Sikh Population
Sikh is the most popular religion in Faridkot District, with a total Sikh population of 4.70 Lac (4,69,789), accounting for 76.08% of the Faridkot District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 2.47 Lac (2,47,102), and the Sikh female population is around 2.23 Lac (2,22,687).
Faridkot Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Faridkot District, with a total Hindu population of 1.41 Lac (1,41,363), accounting for 22.89% of the Faridkot District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 76.13 k (76,132), and the Hindu female population is around 65.23 k (65,231).
Faridkot Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 4,69,789 | 76.08% |
| Hindu | 1,41,363 | 22.89% |
| Muslim | 3,125 | 0.51% |
| Christian | 1,227 | 0.2% |
| Jain | 1,109 | 0.18% |
| Religion not stated | 637 | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 155 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 103 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationFaridkot Urban Population
The Urban population of Faridkot District is 2.17 Lac (2,17,051), with 1.16 Lac (1,15,889) being males and 1.01 Lac (1,01,162) being females, making up 35.15% of the Faridkot total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 873 females for every 1000 males.
Faridkot Rural Population
The Rural population of Faridkot District is 4.00 Lac (4,00,457), with 2.11 Lac (2,10,782) being males and 1.90 Lac (1,89,675) being females, making up 64.85% of the Faridkot total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 900 females for every 1000 males.
Faridkot Literacy Rate
Faridkot District has a literacy rate of 69.55% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Faridkot District is 74.6 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Faridkot District is 63.91 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Faridkot District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 78.71%, while in the rural regions of Faridkot District, it is around 64.6%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Faridkot
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69.55 | 74.6 | 63.91 |
| Urban Area | 78.71 | 83.34 | 73.43 |
| Rural Area | 64.6 | 69.8 | 58.85 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Faridkot
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 66.79 | 71.78 | 61.29 |
| Hindu | 78.8 | 83.81 | 72.95 |
| Muslim | 61.96 | 67.59 | 54.95 |
| Christian | 72.24 | 77.82 | 65.77 |
Faridkot Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Faridkot District is 2.40 Lac (2,40,328) with 1.27 Lac (1,26,567) males and 1.14 Lac (1,13,761) females, which is 38.92% of Faridkot District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 899 females for every 1000 males.
Faridkot Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Faridkot District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Faridkot District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Faridkot
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 891 |
| Urban Area | 873 |
| Rural Area | 900 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Faridkot
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Sikh | 902 |
| Hindu | 857 |
| Muslim | 829 |
| Christian | 837 |
Faridkot Area & Households
The Total Area of Faridkot District is 1,458 Square KM, with a population density of 424 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Faridkot District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Faridkot District are 171.The Total Number of households in Faridkot District are 1.21 Lac(1,20,893).
Faridkot Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Faridkot District, there are about 2.22 Lac (2,21,555) workers, making up nearly 35.88% of the Faridkot District total population. Out of these, around 1.85 Lac (1,85,049) are male workers, and about 36.51 k (36,506) are female workers.
Faridkot - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Faridkot district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,82,145, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 6,17,508 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 34.35% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 22.75%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901, 1911, 1921, 1931, 1941, 1951) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Faridkot District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,82,145 to 6,17,508.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 34.35%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | N.A | - | - | N.A. | N.A. |
| 1911 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A. | N.A. |
| 1921 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A. | N.A. |
| 1931 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A. | N.A. |
| 1941 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A. | N.A. |
| 1951 | 1.82 Lac | N.A | N.A | 98.14 k | 84.01 k |
| 1961 | 2.45 Lac | 62.57 k | 34.35339976 | 1.32 Lac | 1.12 Lac |
| 1971 | 2.93 Lac | 48.76 k | 19.92374897 | 1.57 Lac | 1.36 Lac |
| 1981 | 3.71 Lac | 77.08 k | 26.26492887 | 1.97 Lac | 1.73 Lac |
| 1991 | 4.55 Lac | 84.45 k | 22.78980775 | 2.42 Lac | 2.13 Lac |
| 2001 | 5.51 Lac | 95.89 k | 21.07383435 | 2.93 Lac | 2.58 Lac |
| 2011 | 6.18 Lac | 66.62 k | 12.09238834 | 3.27 Lac | 2.91 Lac |
Faridkot - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6.87 Lac (6,86,880) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 6.91 Lac (6,91,217) | 11.94% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 6.95 Lac (6,95,001) | 12.55% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 6.98 Lac (6,98,409) | 13.1% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 7.02 Lac (7,01,795) | 13.65% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 7.05 Lac (7,05,202) | 14.2% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 7.09 Lac (7,08,610) | 14.75% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 7.12 Lac (7,11,509) | 15.22% | 0.47 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 7.14 Lac (7,14,031) | 15.63% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 7.17 Lac (7,16,554) | 16.04% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 7.19 Lac (7,19,077) | 16.45% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 7.22 Lac (7,21,621) | 16.86% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 7.24 Lac (7,24,144) | 17.27% | 0.41 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Faridkot District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 7.24 Lac (7,24,144), with a male population of 3.79 Lac (3,79,127) and a female population of 3.45 Lac (3,44,994). This reflects a total growth of 17.27% from Faridkot District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.5%.