Jalandhar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Jalandhar District has a population of 21.94 Lac (21,93,590) with 11.45 Lac (11,45,211) males and 10.48 Lac (10,48,379) females.The sex ratio in Jalandhar is 916, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Jalandhar District is 2.26 Lac (2,26,302) which is 10.32% of Jalandhar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Jalandhar District is 875 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Jalandhar District is listed as part of PUNJAB State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Jalandhar Population Census 2011
- Jalandhar 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
Jalandhar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Jalandhar District current estimated population is projected to be 24.40 Lac (24,40,022), indicating a 11.23% increased from Jalandhar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 12.67 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.73 Lac.
Jalandhar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Jalandhar District estimated population is projected to be 24.55 Lac (24,55,428), projecting a 11.94% increased from Jalandhar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 12.74 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.81 Lac.
Jalandhar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Jalandhar District, with a total Hindu population of 13.94 Lac (13,94,329), accounting for 63.56% of the Jalandhar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.35 Lac (7,34,510), and the Hindu female population is around 6.60 Lac (6,59,819).
Jalandhar Sikh Population
Sikh is the second most popular religion in Jalandhar District, with a total Sikh population of 7.18 Lac (7,18,363), accounting for 32.75% of the Jalandhar District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 3.68 Lac (3,68,148), and the Sikh female population is around 3.50 Lac (3,50,215).
Jalandhar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 13,94,329 | 63.56% |
| Sikh | 7,18,363 | 32.75% |
| Muslim | 30,233 | 1.38% |
| Christian | 26,016 | 1.19% |
| Buddhist | 11,385 | 0.52% |
| Religion not stated | 8,448 | 0.39% |
| Jain | 4,011 | 0.18% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 805 | 0.04% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationJalandhar Urban Population
The Urban population of Jalandhar District is 11.61 Lac (11,61,171), with 6.16 Lac (6,16,421) being males and 5.45 Lac (5,44,750) being females, making up 52.93% of the Jalandhar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 884 females for every 1000 males.
Jalandhar Rural Population
The Rural population of Jalandhar District is 10.32 Lac (10,32,419), with 5.29 Lac (5,28,790) being males and 5.04 Lac (5,03,629) being females, making up 47.07% of the Jalandhar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 953 females for every 1000 males.
Jalandhar Literacy Rate
Jalandhar District has a literacy rate of 82.48% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Jalandhar District is 86.15 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Jalandhar District is 78.48 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Jalandhar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.99%, while in the rural regions of Jalandhar District, it is around 78.53%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Jalandhar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82.48 | 86.15 | 78.48 |
| Urban Area | 85.99 | 88.8 | 82.83 |
| Rural Area | 78.53 | 83.06 | 73.81 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Jalandhar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 81.82 | 85.76 | 77.44 |
| Sikh | 84.41 | 87.55 | 81.13 |
| Muslim | 62.66 | 67.56 | 56.45 |
| Christian | 82.81 | 87.62 | 77.82 |
Jalandhar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Jalandhar District is 8.54 Lac (8,54,444) with 4.42 Lac (4,42,124) males and 4.12 Lac (4,12,320) females, which is 38.95% of Jalandhar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 933 females for every 1000 males.
Jalandhar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Jalandhar District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Jalandhar District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Jalandhar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 |
| Urban Area | 884 |
| Rural Area | 953 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Jalandhar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 899 |
| Sikh | 952 |
| Muslim | 810 |
| Christian | 952 |
Jalandhar Area & Households
The Total Area of Jalandhar District is 2,624 Square KM, with a population density of 836 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Jalandhar District are 21 and the Total Number of Villages in Jalandhar District are 941.The Total Number of households in Jalandhar District are 4.62 Lac(4,61,635).
Jalandhar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Jalandhar District, there are about 7.74 Lac (7,74,472) workers, making up nearly 35.31% of the Jalandhar District total population. Out of these, around 6.39 Lac (6,39,484) are male workers, and about 1.35 Lac (1,34,988) are female workers.
Jalandhar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Jalandhar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 7,21,579, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 21,93,590 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 19.7% 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 11.23%.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.
Jalandhar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 7,21,579 to 21,93,590.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 19.7%.
- 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 | 7.22 Lac | - | - | 3.91 Lac | 3.31 Lac |
| 1911 | 6.31 Lac | -90.81 k | -12.58490061 | 3.54 Lac | 2.77 Lac |
| 1921 | 6.47 Lac | 16.32 k | 2.58684241 | 3.58 Lac | 2.89 Lac |
| 1931 | 7.43 Lac | 95.57 k | 14.7697524 | 4.03 Lac | 3.39 Lac |
| 1941 | 8.87 Lac | 1.44 Lac | 19.44647543 | 4.77 Lac | 4.10 Lac |
| 1951 | 8.30 Lac | -57.22 k | -6.450601975 | 4.47 Lac | 3.83 Lac |
| 1961 | 9.82 Lac | 1.52 Lac | 18.30951801 | 5.26 Lac | 4.56 Lac |
| 1971 | 11.75 Lac | 1.93 Lac | 19.6979836 | 6.24 Lac | 5.51 Lac |
| 1981 | 14.07 Lac | 2.31 Lac | 19.68956668 | 7.44 Lac | 6.62 Lac |
| 1991 | 16.50 Lac | 2.43 Lac | 17.30074286 | 8.70 Lac | 7.80 Lac |
| 2001 | 19.63 Lac | 3.13 Lac | 18.95975422 | 10.40 Lac | 9.23 Lac |
| 2011 | 21.94 Lac | 2.31 Lac | 11.7604232 | 11.45 Lac | 10.48 Lac |
Jalandhar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 24.40 Lac (24,40,022) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 24.55 Lac (24,55,428) | 11.94% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 24.69 Lac (24,68,870) | 12.55% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 24.81 Lac (24,80,975) | 13.1% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 24.93 Lac (24,93,002) | 13.65% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 25.05 Lac (25,05,108) | 14.2% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 25.17 Lac (25,17,213) | 14.75% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 25.28 Lac (25,27,510) | 15.22% | 0.47 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 25.36 Lac (25,36,472) | 15.63% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 25.45 Lac (25,45,433) | 16.04% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 25.54 Lac (25,54,394) | 16.45% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 25.63 Lac (25,63,434) | 16.86% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 25.72 Lac (25,72,395) | 17.27% | 0.41 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Jalandhar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 25.72 Lac (25,72,395), with a male population of 13.29 Lac (13,29,105) and a female population of 12.44 Lac (12,43,599). This reflects a total growth of 17.27% from Jalandhar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.5%.