Ludhiana Population
As per the 2011 Census, Ludhiana District has a population of 34.99 Lac (34,98,739) with 18.68 Lac (18,67,816) males and 16.31 Lac (16,30,923) females.The sex ratio in Ludhiana is 874, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Ludhiana District is 3.84 Lac (3,84,114) which is 10.98% of Ludhiana District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Ludhiana District is 861 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Ludhiana District is listed as part of PUNJAB State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Ludhiana Population Census 2011
- Ludhiana 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
Ludhiana Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Ludhiana District current estimated population is projected to be 38.92 Lac (38,91,793), indicating a 11.23% increased from Ludhiana's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 20.66 Lac, and the estimated female population is 18.25 Lac.
Ludhiana Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Ludhiana District estimated population is projected to be 39.16 Lac (39,16,367), projecting a 11.94% increased from Ludhiana's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 20.79 Lac, and the estimated female population is 18.38 Lac.
Ludhiana Sikh Population
Sikh is the most popular religion in Ludhiana District, with a total Sikh population of 18.63 Lac (18,63,408), accounting for 53.26% of the Ludhiana District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 9.78 Lac (9,78,172), and the Sikh female population is around 8.85 Lac (8,85,236).
Ludhiana Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Ludhiana District, with a total Hindu population of 15.02 Lac (15,02,403), accounting for 42.94% of the Ludhiana District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.18 Lac (8,18,112), and the Hindu female population is around 6.84 Lac (6,84,291).
Ludhiana Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 18,63,408 | 53.26% |
| Hindu | 15,02,403 | 42.94% |
| Muslim | 77,713 | 2.22% |
| Jain | 19,620 | 0.56% |
| Christian | 16,517 | 0.47% |
| Religion not stated | 15,817 | 0.45% |
| Buddhist | 2,007 | 0.06% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,254 | 0.04% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationLudhiana Urban Population
The Urban population of Ludhiana District is 20.70 Lac (20,69,708), with 11.14 Lac (11,14,372) being males and 9.55 Lac (9,55,336) being females, making up 59.16% of the Ludhiana total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 858 females for every 1000 males.
Ludhiana Rural Population
The Rural population of Ludhiana District is 14.29 Lac (14,29,031), with 7.53 Lac (7,53,444) being males and 6.76 Lac (6,75,587) being females, making up 40.84% of the Ludhiana total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 897 females for every 1000 males.
Ludhiana Literacy Rate
Ludhiana District has a literacy rate of 82.2% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Ludhiana District is 85.98 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Ludhiana District is 77.88 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Ludhiana District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 84.93%, while in the rural regions of Ludhiana District, it is around 78.28%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Ludhiana
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82.2 | 85.98 | 77.88 |
| Urban Area | 84.93 | 88.16 | 81.16 |
| Rural Area | 78.28 | 82.77 | 73.31 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Ludhiana
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 83 | 86.68 | 78.96 |
| Hindu | 81.81 | 85.73 | 77.09 |
| Muslim | 64.82 | 70.36 | 57.67 |
| Jain | 97 | 97.53 | 96.44 |
Ludhiana Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Ludhiana District is 9.23 Lac (9,23,358) with 4.88 Lac (4,87,839) males and 4.36 Lac (4,35,519) females, which is 26.39% of Ludhiana District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 893 females for every 1000 males.
Ludhiana Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Ludhiana District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Ludhiana District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Ludhiana
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 874 |
| Urban Area | 858 |
| Rural Area | 897 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Ludhiana
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Sikh | 905 |
| Hindu | 837 |
| Muslim | 801 |
| Jain | 926 |
Ludhiana Area & Households
The Total Area of Ludhiana District is 3,578 Square KM, with a population density of 978 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Ludhiana District are 20 and the Total Number of Villages in Ludhiana District are 907.The Total Number of households in Ludhiana District are 7.17 Lac(7,16,826).
Ludhiana Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Ludhiana District, there are about 12.85 Lac (12,84,822) workers, making up nearly 36.72% of the Ludhiana District total population. Out of these, around 10.54 Lac (10,53,600) are male workers, and about 2.31 Lac (2,31,222) are female workers.
Ludhiana - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Ludhiana district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,85,038, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 34,98,739 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 36.53% 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 17.19%.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.
Ludhiana District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 6,85,038 to 34,98,739.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 36.53%.
- 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 | 6.85 Lac | - | - | 3.74 Lac | 3.11 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.28 Lac | -1.57 Lac | -22.98602413 | 2.99 Lac | 2.29 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.79 Lac | 51.59 k | 9.777946264 | 3.25 Lac | 2.55 Lac |
| 1931 | 6.87 Lac | 1.08 Lac | 18.68668643 | 3.84 Lac | 3.04 Lac |
| 1941 | 8.40 Lac | 1.52 Lac | 22.14691287 | 4.58 Lac | 3.81 Lac |
| 1951 | 8.58 Lac | 18.87 k | 2.246844413 | 4.63 Lac | 3.95 Lac |
| 1961 | 10.78 Lac | 2.20 Lac | 25.60108656 | 5.81 Lac | 4.97 Lac |
| 1971 | 13.85 Lac | 3.07 Lac | 28.44262424 | 7.50 Lac | 6.35 Lac |
| 1981 | 17.79 Lac | 3.94 Lac | 28.42918589 | 9.56 Lac | 8.22 Lac |
| 1991 | 24.28 Lac | 6.50 Lac | 36.52650913 | 13.17 Lac | 11.12 Lac |
| 2001 | 30.33 Lac | 6.04 Lac | 24.89101797 | 16.63 Lac | 13.70 Lac |
| 2011 | 34.99 Lac | 4.66 Lac | 15.36214843 | 18.68 Lac | 16.31 Lac |
Ludhiana - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 38.92 Lac (38,91,793) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 39.16 Lac (39,16,367) | 11.94% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 39.38 Lac (39,37,806) | 12.55% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 39.57 Lac (39,57,114) | 13.1% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 39.76 Lac (39,76,296) | 13.65% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 39.96 Lac (39,95,604) | 14.2% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 40.15 Lac (40,14,912) | 14.75% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 40.31 Lac (40,31,336) | 15.22% | 0.47 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 40.46 Lac (40,45,629) | 15.63% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 40.60 Lac (40,59,922) | 16.04% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 40.74 Lac (40,74,215) | 16.45% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 40.89 Lac (40,88,633) | 16.86% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 41.03 Lac (41,02,926) | 17.27% | 0.41 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Ludhiana District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 41.03 Lac (41,02,926), with a male population of 21.68 Lac (21,67,743) and a female population of 19.35 Lac (19,34,619). This reflects a total growth of 17.27% from Ludhiana District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.69%.