Hoshiarpur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Hoshiarpur District has a population of 15.87 Lac (15,86,625) with 8.09 Lac (8,09,057) males and 7.78 Lac (7,77,568) females.The sex ratio in Hoshiarpur is 962, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Hoshiarpur District is 1.68 Lac (1,68,331) which is 10.61% of Hoshiarpur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Hoshiarpur District is 865 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Hoshiarpur District is listed as part of PUNJAB State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Hoshiarpur Population Census 2011
- Hoshiarpur 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
Hoshiarpur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Hoshiarpur District current estimated population is projected to be 17.65 Lac (17,64,869), indicating a 11.23% increased from Hoshiarpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.95 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.70 Lac.
Hoshiarpur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Hoshiarpur District estimated population is projected to be 17.76 Lac (17,76,013), projecting a 11.94% increased from Hoshiarpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 9.00 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.76 Lac.
Hoshiarpur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Hoshiarpur District, with a total Hindu population of 10.01 Lac (10,00,743), accounting for 63.07% of the Hoshiarpur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.13 Lac (5,12,910), and the Hindu female population is around 4.88 Lac (4,87,833).
Hoshiarpur Sikh Population
Sikh is the second most popular religion in Hoshiarpur District, with a total Sikh population of 5.38 Lac (5,38,208), accounting for 33.92% of the Hoshiarpur District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 2.71 Lac (2,71,461), and the Sikh female population is around 2.67 Lac (2,66,747).
Hoshiarpur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 10,00,743 | 63.07% |
| Sikh | 5,38,208 | 33.92% |
| Muslim | 23,089 | 1.46% |
| Christian | 14,968 | 0.94% |
| Religion not stated | 3,576 | 0.23% |
| Buddhist | 3,476 | 0.22% |
| Jain | 2,034 | 0.13% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 531 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationHoshiarpur Urban Population
The Urban population of Hoshiarpur District is 3.35 Lac (3,34,969), with 1.75 Lac (1,74,587) being males and 1.60 Lac (1,60,382) being females, making up 21.11% of the Hoshiarpur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 919 females for every 1000 males.
Hoshiarpur Rural Population
The Rural population of Hoshiarpur District is 12.52 Lac (12,51,656), with 6.34 Lac (6,34,470) being males and 6.17 Lac (6,17,186) being females, making up 78.89% of the Hoshiarpur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 973 females for every 1000 males.
Hoshiarpur Literacy Rate
Hoshiarpur District has a literacy rate of 84.59% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Hoshiarpur District is 88.75 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Hoshiarpur District is 80.31 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Hoshiarpur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.75%, while in the rural regions of Hoshiarpur District, it is around 83.74%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Hoshiarpur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84.59 | 88.75 | 80.31 |
| Urban Area | 87.75 | 90.47 | 84.82 |
| Rural Area | 83.74 | 88.28 | 79.13 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Hoshiarpur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 83.88 | 88.27 | 79.31 |
| Sikh | 87.54 | 91.28 | 83.8 |
| Muslim | 47.03 | 53.15 | 40.34 |
| Christian | 74.02 | 79.21 | 68.43 |
Hoshiarpur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Hoshiarpur District is 5.58 Lac (5,57,504) with 2.84 Lac (2,84,322) males and 2.73 Lac (2,73,182) females, which is 35.14% of Hoshiarpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 961 females for every 1000 males.
Hoshiarpur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Hoshiarpur District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Hoshiarpur District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Hoshiarpur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 962 |
| Urban Area | 919 |
| Rural Area | 973 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Hoshiarpur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 952 |
| Sikh | 983 |
| Muslim | 923 |
| Christian | 928 |
Hoshiarpur Area & Households
The Total Area of Hoshiarpur District is 3,386 Square KM, with a population density of 469 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Hoshiarpur District are 13 and the Total Number of Villages in Hoshiarpur District are 1,416.The Total Number of households in Hoshiarpur District are 3.37 Lac(3,36,994).
Hoshiarpur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Hoshiarpur District, there are about 5.00 Lac (4,99,822) workers, making up nearly 31.5% of the Hoshiarpur District total population. Out of these, around 4.13 Lac (4,12,506) are male workers, and about 87.32 k (87,316) are female workers.
Hoshiarpur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Hoshiarpur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,50,662, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 15,86,625 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 21.22% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1951 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 8.85%.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.
Hoshiarpur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 6,50,662 to 15,86,625.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 21.22%.
- The year 1951 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 6.51 Lac | - | - | 3.46 Lac | 3.04 Lac |
| 1911 | 6.04 Lac | -46.98 k | -7.219877602 | 3.30 Lac | 2.73 Lac |
| 1921 | 6.10 Lac | 5.97 k | 0.988098098 | 3.28 Lac | 2.81 Lac |
| 1931 | 6.79 Lac | 68.88 k | 11.29762979 | 3.64 Lac | 3.15 Lac |
| 1941 | 7.70 Lac | 91.36 k | 13.4641856 | 4.10 Lac | 3.60 Lac |
| 1951 | 7.12 Lac | -57.44 k | -7.461383793 | 3.79 Lac | 3.33 Lac |
| 1961 | 7.82 Lac | 70.04 k | 9.831424401 | 4.11 Lac | 3.71 Lac |
| 1971 | 9.49 Lac | 1.66 Lac | 21.21732996 | 4.99 Lac | 4.49 Lac |
| 1981 | 11.16 Lac | 1.68 Lac | 17.69321195 | 5.82 Lac | 5.34 Lac |
| 1991 | 12.99 Lac | 1.83 Lac | 16.38723814 | 6.75 Lac | 6.24 Lac |
| 2001 | 14.81 Lac | 1.82 Lac | 14.01034896 | 7.65 Lac | 7.16 Lac |
| 2011 | 15.87 Lac | 1.05 Lac | 7.110886982 | 8.09 Lac | 7.78 Lac |
Hoshiarpur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 17.65 Lac (17,64,869) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 17.76 Lac (17,76,013) | 11.94% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 17.86 Lac (17,85,735) | 12.55% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 17.94 Lac (17,94,491) | 13.1% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 18.03 Lac (18,03,190) | 13.65% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 18.12 Lac (18,11,946) | 14.2% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 18.21 Lac (18,20,702) | 14.75% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 18.28 Lac (18,28,150) | 15.22% | 0.47 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 18.35 Lac (18,34,632) | 15.63% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 18.41 Lac (18,41,113) | 16.04% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 18.48 Lac (18,47,595) | 16.45% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 18.54 Lac (18,54,133) | 16.86% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 18.61 Lac (18,60,615) | 17.27% | 0.41 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Hoshiarpur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 18.61 Lac (18,60,615), with a male population of 9.39 Lac (9,38,973) and a female population of 9.22 Lac (9,22,360). This reflects a total growth of 17.27% from Hoshiarpur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.5%.