Kapurthala Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kapurthala District has a population of 8.15 Lac (8,15,168) with 4.26 Lac (4,26,311) males and 3.89 Lac (3,88,857) females.The sex ratio in Kapurthala is 913, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kapurthala District is 86.03 k (86,025) which is 10.55% of Kapurthala District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kapurthala District is 872 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kapurthala District is listed as part of PUNJAB State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kapurthala Population Census 2011
- Kapurthala 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
Kapurthala Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kapurthala District current estimated population is projected to be 9.07 Lac (9,06,746), indicating a 11.23% increased from Kapurthala 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 4.72 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.35 Lac.
Kapurthala Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kapurthala District estimated population is projected to be 9.12 Lac (9,12,471), projecting a 11.94% increased from Kapurthala 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 4.74 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.38 Lac.
Kapurthala Sikh Population
Sikh is the most popular religion in Kapurthala District, with a total Sikh population of 4.54 Lac (4,53,692), accounting for 55.66% of the Kapurthala District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 2.34 Lac (2,33,854), and the Sikh female population is around 2.20 Lac (2,19,838).
Kapurthala Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Kapurthala District, with a total Hindu population of 3.36 Lac (3,36,124), accounting for 41.23% of the Kapurthala District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.79 Lac (1,79,051), and the Hindu female population is around 1.57 Lac (1,57,073).
Kapurthala Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 4,53,692 | 55.66% |
| Hindu | 3,36,124 | 41.23% |
| Muslim | 10,190 | 1.25% |
| Buddhist | 6,662 | 0.82% |
| Christian | 5,445 | 0.67% |
| Religion not stated | 2,168 | 0.27% |
| Jain | 553 | 0.07% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 334 | 0.04% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKapurthala Urban Population
The Urban population of Kapurthala District is 2.82 Lac (2,82,462), with 1.50 Lac (1,50,379) being males and 1.32 Lac (1,32,083) being females, making up 34.65% of the Kapurthala total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 879 females for every 1000 males.
Kapurthala Rural Population
The Rural population of Kapurthala District is 5.33 Lac (5,32,706), with 2.76 Lac (2,75,932) being males and 2.57 Lac (2,56,774) being females, making up 65.35% of the Kapurthala total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 931 females for every 1000 males.
Kapurthala Literacy Rate
Kapurthala District has a literacy rate of 79.07% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kapurthala District is 83.15 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kapurthala District is 74.63 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kapurthala District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.03%, while in the rural regions of Kapurthala District, it is around 75.9%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kapurthala
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79.07 | 83.15 | 74.63 |
| Urban Area | 85.03 | 88.23 | 81.38 |
| Rural Area | 75.9 | 80.35 | 71.16 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kapurthala
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 78.79 | 82.89 | 74.49 |
| Hindu | 79.86 | 83.84 | 75.31 |
| Muslim | 63.35 | 68.93 | 56.5 |
| Buddhist | 81.23 | 86.92 | 75.16 |
Kapurthala Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kapurthala District is 2.77 Lac (2,76,707) with 1.44 Lac (1,43,901) males and 1.33 Lac (1,32,806) females, which is 33.94% of Kapurthala District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 923 females for every 1000 males.
Kapurthala Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Kapurthala District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Kapurthala District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kapurthala
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 913 |
| Urban Area | 879 |
| Rural Area | 931 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kapurthala
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Sikh | 941 |
| Hindu | 878 |
| Muslim | 832 |
| Buddhist | 953 |
Kapurthala Area & Households
The Total Area of Kapurthala District is 1,633 Square KM, with a population density of 499 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kapurthala District are 9 and the Total Number of Villages in Kapurthala District are 688.The Total Number of households in Kapurthala District are 1.68 Lac(1,67,989).
Kapurthala Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kapurthala District, there are about 2.84 Lac (2,84,165) workers, making up nearly 34.86% of the Kapurthala District total population. Out of these, around 2.36 Lac (2,35,562) are male workers, and about 48.60 k (48,603) are female workers.
Kapurthala - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kapurthala district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,95,071, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 8,15,168 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 26.95% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 18.62%.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.
Kapurthala District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,95,071 to 8,15,168.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 26.95%.
- 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 | 2.95 Lac | N.A | N.A | 1.57 Lac | 1.38 Lac |
| 1961 | 3.44 Lac | 48.71 k | 16.50687462 | 1.82 Lac | 1.61 Lac |
| 1971 | 4.30 Lac | 85.74 k | 24.93935039 | 2.27 Lac | 2.02 Lac |
| 1981 | 5.45 Lac | 1.16 Lac | 26.94557104 | 2.87 Lac | 2.58 Lac |
| 1991 | 6.47 Lac | 1.01 Lac | 18.59664117 | 3.41 Lac | 3.06 Lac |
| 2001 | 7.55 Lac | 1.08 Lac | 16.68205373 | 4.00 Lac | 3.55 Lac |
| 2011 | 8.15 Lac | 60.65 k | 8.03781472 | 4.26 Lac | 3.89 Lac |
Kapurthala - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9.07 Lac (9,06,746) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 9.12 Lac (9,12,471) | 11.94% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 9.17 Lac (9,17,466) | 12.55% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 9.22 Lac (9,21,965) | 13.1% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 9.26 Lac (9,26,434) | 13.65% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 9.31 Lac (9,30,933) | 14.2% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 9.35 Lac (9,35,431) | 14.75% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 9.39 Lac (9,39,258) | 15.22% | 0.47 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 9.43 Lac (9,42,588) | 15.63% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 9.46 Lac (9,45,918) | 16.04% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 9.49 Lac (9,49,248) | 16.45% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 9.53 Lac (9,52,607) | 16.86% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 9.56 Lac (9,55,937) | 17.27% | 0.41 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kapurthala District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 9.56 Lac (9,55,937), with a male population of 4.95 Lac (4,94,767) and a female population of 4.61 Lac (4,61,267). This reflects a total growth of 17.27% from Kapurthala District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.5%.