Gurdaspur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Gurdaspur District has a population of 22.98 Lac (22,98,323) with 12.13 Lac (12,12,617) males and 10.86 Lac (10,85,706) females.The sex ratio in Gurdaspur is 896, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Gurdaspur District is 2.54 Lac (2,53,579) which is 11.03% of Gurdaspur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Gurdaspur District is 821 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Gurdaspur District is listed as part of PUNJAB State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Gurdaspur Population Census 2011
- Gurdaspur 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
Gurdaspur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Gurdaspur District current estimated population is projected to be 25.57 Lac (25,56,520), indicating a 11.23% increased from Gurdaspur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 13.42 Lac, and the estimated female population is 12.15 Lac.
Gurdaspur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Gurdaspur District estimated population is projected to be 25.73 Lac (25,72,663), projecting a 11.94% increased from Gurdaspur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 13.49 Lac, and the estimated female population is 12.23 Lac.
Gurdaspur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Gurdaspur District, with a total Hindu population of 10.74 Lac (10,74,332), accounting for 46.74% of the Gurdaspur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.71 Lac (5,70,929), and the Hindu female population is around 5.03 Lac (5,03,403).
Gurdaspur Sikh Population
Sikh is the second most popular religion in Gurdaspur District, with a total Sikh population of 10.03 Lac (10,02,874), accounting for 43.64% of the Gurdaspur District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 5.26 Lac (5,25,574), and the Sikh female population is around 4.77 Lac (4,77,300).
Gurdaspur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 10,74,332 | 46.74% |
| Sikh | 10,02,874 | 43.64% |
| Christian | 1,76,587 | 7.68% |
| Muslim | 27,667 | 1.2% |
| Religion not stated | 15,066 | 0.66% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 812 | 0.04% |
| Jain | 580 | 0.03% |
| Buddhist | 405 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGurdaspur Urban Population
The Urban population of Gurdaspur District is 6.59 Lac (6,59,319), with 3.57 Lac (3,56,833) being males and 3.02 Lac (3,02,486) being females, making up 28.69% of the Gurdaspur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 848 females for every 1000 males.
Gurdaspur Rural Population
The Rural population of Gurdaspur District is 16.39 Lac (16,39,004), with 8.56 Lac (8,55,784) being males and 7.83 Lac (7,83,220) being females, making up 71.31% of the Gurdaspur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 916 females for every 1000 males.
Gurdaspur Literacy Rate
Gurdaspur District has a literacy rate of 79.95% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Gurdaspur District is 84.56 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Gurdaspur District is 74.85 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Gurdaspur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.25%, while in the rural regions of Gurdaspur District, it is around 76.96%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Gurdaspur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79.95 | 84.56 | 74.85 |
| Urban Area | 87.25 | 90.63 | 83.28 |
| Rural Area | 76.96 | 81.98 | 71.55 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Gurdaspur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 84.08 | 88.53 | 79.06 |
| Sikh | 79.24 | 83.65 | 74.46 |
| Christian | 61.37 | 67.59 | 54.51 |
| Muslim | 57.07 | 64.38 | 48.16 |
Gurdaspur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Gurdaspur District is 5.81 Lac (5,80,576) with 3.05 Lac (3,04,894) males and 2.76 Lac (2,75,682) females, which is 25.26% of Gurdaspur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 905 females for every 1000 males.
Gurdaspur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Gurdaspur District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Gurdaspur District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Gurdaspur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 896 |
| Urban Area | 848 |
| Rural Area | 916 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Gurdaspur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 882 |
| Sikh | 909 |
| Christian | 907 |
| Muslim | 840 |
Gurdaspur Area & Households
The Total Area of Gurdaspur District is 3,551 Square KM, with a population density of 647 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Gurdaspur District are 27 and the Total Number of Villages in Gurdaspur District are 1,595.The Total Number of households in Gurdaspur District are 4.44 Lac(4,43,666).
Gurdaspur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Gurdaspur District, there are about 7.57 Lac (7,57,138) workers, making up nearly 32.94% of the Gurdaspur District total population. Out of these, around 6.38 Lac (6,37,652) are male workers, and about 1.19 Lac (1,19,486) are female workers.
Gurdaspur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Gurdaspur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 7,02,372, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 22,98,323 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 25.34% 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 11.92%.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.
Gurdaspur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 7,02,372 to 22,98,323.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 25.34%.
- 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 | 7.02 Lac | - | - | 3.79 Lac | 3.23 Lac |
| 1911 | 6.22 Lac | -80.36 k | -11.44180007 | 3.51 Lac | 2.71 Lac |
| 1921 | 6.34 Lac | 12.39 k | 1.991292716 | 3.54 Lac | 2.81 Lac |
| 1931 | 7.19 Lac | 84.13 k | 13.2613171 | 3.97 Lac | 3.21 Lac |
| 1941 | 8.55 Lac | 1.36 Lac | 18.9896496 | 4.64 Lac | 3.91 Lac |
| 1951 | 8.51 Lac | -3.83 k | -0.447736056 | 4.61 Lac | 3.90 Lac |
| 1961 | 9.81 Lac | 1.30 Lac | 15.24167587 | 5.25 Lac | 4.56 Lac |
| 1971 | 12.29 Lac | 2.49 Lac | 25.3444908 | 6.50 Lac | 5.79 Lac |
| 1981 | 15.13 Lac | 2.84 Lac | 23.09713827 | 7.93 Lac | 7.20 Lac |
| 1991 | 17.57 Lac | 2.43 Lac | 16.07581429 | 9.23 Lac | 8.33 Lac |
| 2001 | 21.03 Lac | 3.47 Lac | 19.73681814 | 11.13 Lac | 9.91 Lac |
| 2011 | 22.98 Lac | 1.95 Lac | 9.264186778 | 12.13 Lac | 10.86 Lac |
Gurdaspur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 25.57 Lac (25,56,520) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 25.73 Lac (25,72,663) | 11.94% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 25.87 Lac (25,86,746) | 12.55% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 25.99 Lac (25,99,430) | 13.1% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 26.12 Lac (26,12,031) | 13.65% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 26.25 Lac (26,24,714) | 14.2% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 26.37 Lac (26,37,397) | 14.75% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 26.48 Lac (26,48,186) | 15.22% | 0.47 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 26.58 Lac (26,57,575) | 15.63% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 26.67 Lac (26,66,964) | 16.04% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 26.76 Lac (26,76,353) | 16.45% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 26.86 Lac (26,85,825) | 16.86% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 26.95 Lac (26,95,214) | 17.27% | 0.41 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Gurdaspur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 26.95 Lac (26,95,214), with a male population of 14.07 Lac (14,07,335) and a female population of 12.88 Lac (12,87,876). This reflects a total growth of 17.27% from Gurdaspur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.5%.