Muktsar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Muktsar District has a population of 9.02 Lac (9,01,896) with 4.76 Lac (4,75,622) males and 4.26 Lac (4,26,274) females.The sex ratio in Muktsar is 897, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Muktsar District is 1.04 Lac (1,04,419) which is 11.58% of Muktsar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Muktsar District is 832 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Muktsar District is listed as part of PUNJAB State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Muktsar Population Census 2011
- Muktsar 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
Muktsar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Muktsar District current estimated population is projected to be 10.03 Lac (10,03,217), indicating a 11.23% increased from Muktsar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 5.26 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.77 Lac.
Muktsar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Muktsar District estimated population is projected to be 10.10 Lac (10,09,551), projecting a 11.94% increased from Muktsar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 5.29 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.80 Lac.
Muktsar Sikh Population
Sikh is the most popular religion in Muktsar District, with a total Sikh population of 6.39 Lac (6,38,625), accounting for 70.81% of the Muktsar District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 3.36 Lac (3,36,438), and the Sikh female population is around 3.02 Lac (3,02,187).
Muktsar Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Muktsar District, with a total Hindu population of 2.55 Lac (2,54,920), accounting for 28.26% of the Muktsar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.35 Lac (1,34,687), and the Hindu female population is around 1.20 Lac (1,20,233).
Muktsar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 6,38,625 | 70.81% |
| Hindu | 2,54,920 | 28.26% |
| Muslim | 4,333 | 0.48% |
| Christian | 1,681 | 0.19% |
| Religion not stated | 920 | 0.1% |
| Jain | 744 | 0.08% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 433 | 0.05% |
| Buddhist | 240 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMuktsar Urban Population
The Urban population of Muktsar District is 2.52 Lac (2,52,191), with 1.33 Lac (1,33,420) being males and 1.19 Lac (1,18,771) being females, making up 27.96% of the Muktsar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 891 females for every 1000 males.
Muktsar Rural Population
The Rural population of Muktsar District is 6.50 Lac (6,49,705), with 3.42 Lac (3,42,202) being males and 3.08 Lac (3,07,503) being females, making up 72.04% of the Muktsar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 899 females for every 1000 males.
Muktsar Literacy Rate
Muktsar District has a literacy rate of 65.81% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Muktsar District is 71.76 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Muktsar District is 59.24 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Muktsar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 76.31%, while in the rural regions of Muktsar District, it is around 61.75%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Muktsar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 65.81 | 71.76 | 59.24 |
| Urban Area | 76.31 | 81.53 | 70.51 |
| Rural Area | 61.75 | 67.97 | 54.9 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Muktsar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 63.47 | 69.42 | 56.91 |
| Hindu | 71.92 | 77.86 | 65.3 |
| Muslim | 56 | 60.94 | 50.09 |
| Christian | 71.36 | 77.19 | 64.84 |
Muktsar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Muktsar District is 3.82 Lac (3,81,554) with 2.00 Lac (2,00,473) males and 1.81 Lac (1,81,081) females, which is 42.31% of Muktsar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 904 females for every 1000 males.
Muktsar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Muktsar District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Muktsar District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Muktsar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 897 |
| Urban Area | 891 |
| Rural Area | 899 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Muktsar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Sikh | 899 |
| Hindu | 893 |
| Muslim | 834 |
| Christian | 896 |
Muktsar Area & Households
The Total Area of Muktsar District is 2,593 Square KM, with a population density of 348 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Muktsar District are 4 and the Total Number of Villages in Muktsar District are 234.The Total Number of households in Muktsar District are 1.74 Lac(1,74,360).
Muktsar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Muktsar District, there are about 3.35 Lac (3,35,326) workers, making up nearly 37.18% of the Muktsar District total population. Out of these, around 2.73 Lac (2,72,699) are male workers, and about 62.63 k (62,627) are female workers.
Muktsar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Muktsar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,66,498, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 9,01,896 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 43.63% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 22.93%.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.
Muktsar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,66,498 to 9,01,896.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 43.63%.
- 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 | 2.66 Lac | N.A | N.A | 1.43 Lac | 1.23 Lac |
| 1961 | 3.83 Lac | 1.16 Lac | 43.63184714 | 2.07 Lac | 1.75 Lac |
| 1971 | 4.31 Lac | 48.22 k | 12.59613978 | 2.31 Lac | 2.00 Lac |
| 1981 | 5.47 Lac | 1.16 Lac | 27.00822059 | 2.90 Lac | 2.57 Lac |
| 1991 | 6.54 Lac | 1.07 Lac | 19.55447082 | 3.48 Lac | 3.06 Lac |
| 2001 | 7.77 Lac | 1.23 Lac | 18.80388244 | 4.11 Lac | 3.66 Lac |
| 2011 | 9.02 Lac | 1.24 Lac | 16.00052991 | 4.76 Lac | 4.26 Lac |
Muktsar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10.03 Lac (10,03,217) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 10.10 Lac (10,09,551) | 11.94% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 10.15 Lac (10,15,078) | 12.55% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 10.20 Lac (10,20,055) | 13.1% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 10.25 Lac (10,25,000) | 13.65% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 10.30 Lac (10,29,977) | 14.2% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 10.35 Lac (10,34,954) | 14.75% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 10.39 Lac (10,39,188) | 15.22% | 0.47 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 10.43 Lac (10,42,872) | 15.63% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 10.47 Lac (10,46,557) | 16.04% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 10.50 Lac (10,50,241) | 16.45% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 10.54 Lac (10,53,958) | 16.86% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 10.58 Lac (10,57,642) | 17.27% | 0.41 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Muktsar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 10.58 Lac (10,57,642), with a male population of 5.52 Lac (5,51,996) and a female population of 5.06 Lac (5,05,651). This reflects a total growth of 17.27% from Muktsar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.5%.