Rupnagar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Rupnagar District has a population of 6.85 Lac (6,84,627) with 3.57 Lac (3,57,485) males and 3.27 Lac (3,27,142) females.The sex ratio in Rupnagar is 916, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Rupnagar District is 72.93 k (72,926) which is 10.65% of Rupnagar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Rupnagar District is 863 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Rupnagar District is listed as part of PUNJAB State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Rupnagar Population Census 2011
- Rupnagar 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
Rupnagar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Rupnagar District current estimated population is projected to be 7.62 Lac (7,61,539), indicating a 11.23% increased from Rupnagar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.95 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.66 Lac.
Rupnagar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Rupnagar District estimated population is projected to be 7.66 Lac (7,66,348), projecting a 11.94% increased from Rupnagar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.98 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.69 Lac.
Rupnagar Sikh Population
Sikh is the most popular religion in Rupnagar District, with a total Sikh population of 3.61 Lac (3,61,045), accounting for 52.74% of the Rupnagar District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 1.89 Lac (1,88,927), and the Sikh female population is around 1.72 Lac (1,72,118).
Rupnagar Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Rupnagar District, with a total Hindu population of 3.04 Lac (3,04,481), accounting for 44.47% of the Rupnagar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.59 Lac (1,58,558), and the Hindu female population is around 1.46 Lac (1,45,923).
Rupnagar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 3,61,045 | 52.74% |
| Hindu | 3,04,481 | 44.47% |
| Muslim | 14,492 | 2.12% |
| Christian | 2,094 | 0.31% |
| Religion not stated | 1,601 | 0.23% |
| Jain | 653 | 0.1% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 143 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 118 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationRupnagar Urban Population
The Urban population of Rupnagar District is 1.78 Lac (1,77,807), with 93.40 k (93,396) being males and 84.41 k (84,411) being females, making up 25.97% of the Rupnagar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 904 females for every 1000 males.
Rupnagar Rural Population
The Rural population of Rupnagar District is 5.07 Lac (5,06,820), with 2.64 Lac (2,64,089) being males and 2.43 Lac (2,42,731) being females, making up 74.03% of the Rupnagar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 920 females for every 1000 males.
Rupnagar Literacy Rate
Rupnagar District has a literacy rate of 82.19% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Rupnagar District is 87.5 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Rupnagar District is 76.42 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Rupnagar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.15%, while in the rural regions of Rupnagar District, it is around 80.78%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Rupnagar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82.19 | 87.5 | 76.42 |
| Urban Area | 86.15 | 89.61 | 82.34 |
| Rural Area | 80.78 | 86.74 | 74.35 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Rupnagar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 83.91 | 88.85 | 78.53 |
| Hindu | 81.08 | 86.82 | 74.89 |
| Muslim | 61.2 | 67.62 | 54.09 |
| Christian | 76.59 | 79.48 | 73.59 |
Rupnagar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Rupnagar District is 1.81 Lac (1,80,905) with 94.33 k (94,334) males and 86.57 k (86,571) females, which is 26.42% of Rupnagar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 918 females for every 1000 males.
Rupnagar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Rupnagar District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Rupnagar District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Rupnagar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 |
| Urban Area | 904 |
| Rural Area | 920 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Rupnagar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Sikh | 912 |
| Hindu | 921 |
| Muslim | 899 |
| Christian | 954 |
Rupnagar Area & Households
The Total Area of Rupnagar District is 1,356 Square KM, with a population density of 505 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Rupnagar District are 8 and the Total Number of Villages in Rupnagar District are 611.The Total Number of households in Rupnagar District are 1.36 Lac(1,35,635).
Rupnagar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Rupnagar District, there are about 2.34 Lac (2,33,676) workers, making up nearly 34.13% of the Rupnagar District total population. Out of these, around 1.87 Lac (1,86,910) are male workers, and about 46.77 k (46,766) are female workers.
Rupnagar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Rupnagar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,20,055, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 6,84,627 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 26.84% 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 11.44%.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.
Rupnagar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,20,055 to 6,84,627.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 26.84%.
- 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 | 2.20 Lac | - | - | 1.22 Lac | 98.27 k |
| 1911 | 1.91 Lac | -29.47 k | -13.39210652 | 1.09 Lac | 82.08 k |
| 1921 | 1.89 Lac | -1.43 k | -0.748222578 | 1.06 Lac | 82.93 k |
| 1931 | 2.08 Lac | 18.65 k | 9.856787147 | 1.16 Lac | 91.68 k |
| 1941 | 2.37 Lac | 28.92 k | 13.91744144 | 1.31 Lac | 1.05 Lac |
| 1951 | 2.52 Lac | 15.08 k | 6.36983842 | 1.39 Lac | 1.13 Lac |
| 1961 | 3.19 Lac | 67.59 k | 26.84032025 | 1.76 Lac | 1.44 Lac |
| 1971 | 3.58 Lac | 38.39 k | 12.02107775 | 1.91 Lac | 1.67 Lac |
| 1981 | 4.39 Lac | 81.38 k | 22.74618973 | 2.33 Lac | 2.06 Lac |
| 1991 | 5.36 Lac | 96.81 k | 22.04296791 | 2.84 Lac | 2.52 Lac |
| 2001 | 6.29 Lac | 92.88 k | 17.32858182 | 3.33 Lac | 2.96 Lac |
| 2011 | 6.85 Lac | 55.78 k | 8.870375259 | 3.57 Lac | 3.27 Lac |
Rupnagar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7.62 Lac (7,61,539) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 7.66 Lac (7,66,348) | 11.94% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 7.71 Lac (7,70,543) | 12.55% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 7.74 Lac (7,74,321) | 13.1% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 7.78 Lac (7,78,075) | 13.65% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 7.82 Lac (7,81,853) | 14.2% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 7.86 Lac (7,85,631) | 14.75% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 7.89 Lac (7,88,845) | 15.22% | 0.47 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 7.92 Lac (7,91,642) | 15.63% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 7.94 Lac (7,94,439) | 16.04% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 7.97 Lac (7,97,235) | 16.45% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 8.00 Lac (8,00,057) | 16.86% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 8.03 Lac (8,02,854) | 17.27% | 0.41 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Rupnagar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 8.03 Lac (8,02,854), with a male population of 4.15 Lac (4,14,889) and a female population of 3.88 Lac (3,88,060). This reflects a total growth of 17.27% from Rupnagar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.69%.