Tarn Taran Population
As per the 2011 Census, Tarn Taran District has a population of 11.20 Lac (11,19,627) with 5.89 Lac (5,89,369) males and 5.30 Lac (5,30,258) females.The sex ratio in Tarn Taran is 900, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Tarn Taran District is 1.37 Lac (1,37,223) which is 12.26% of Tarn Taran District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Tarn Taran District is 821 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Tarn Taran District is listed as part of PUNJAB State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Tarn Taran Population Census 2011
- Tarn Taran 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
Tarn Taran Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Tarn Taran District current estimated population is projected to be 12.45 Lac (12,45,408), indicating a 11.23% increased from Tarn Taran's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.52 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.93 Lac.
Tarn Taran Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Tarn Taran District estimated population is projected to be 12.53 Lac (12,53,272), projecting a 11.94% increased from Tarn Taran's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.56 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.97 Lac.
Tarn Taran Sikh Population
Sikh is the most popular religion in Tarn Taran District, with a total Sikh population of 10.45 Lac (10,44,903), accounting for 93.33% of the Tarn Taran District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 5.49 Lac (5,49,246), and the Sikh female population is around 4.96 Lac (4,95,657).
Tarn Taran Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Tarn Taran District, with a total Hindu population of 60.50 k (60,504), accounting for 5.4% of the Tarn Taran District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 32.65 k (32,646), and the Hindu female population is around 27.86 k (27,858).
Tarn Taran Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 10,44,903 | 93.33% |
| Hindu | 60,504 | 5.4% |
| Christian | 6,095 | 0.54% |
| Muslim | 3,855 | 0.34% |
| Religion not stated | 3,472 | 0.31% |
| Jain | 650 | 0.06% |
| Buddhist | 101 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 47 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationTarn Taran Urban Population
The Urban population of Tarn Taran District is 1.42 Lac (1,41,795), with 75.05 k (75,047) being males and 66.75 k (66,748) being females, making up 12.66% of the Tarn Taran total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 890 females for every 1000 males.
Tarn Taran Rural Population
The Rural population of Tarn Taran District is 9.78 Lac (9,77,832), with 5.14 Lac (5,14,322) being males and 4.64 Lac (4,63,510) being females, making up 87.34% of the Tarn Taran total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 902 females for every 1000 males.
Tarn Taran Literacy Rate
Tarn Taran District has a literacy rate of 67.81% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Tarn Taran District is 73.24 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Tarn Taran District is 61.85 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Tarn Taran District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 76.5%, while in the rural regions of Tarn Taran District, it is around 66.54%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Tarn Taran
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67.81 | 73.24 | 61.85 |
| Urban Area | 76.5 | 80.45 | 72.08 |
| Rural Area | 66.54 | 72.17 | 60.37 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Tarn Taran
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 67.22 | 72.71 | 61.22 |
| Hindu | 79.48 | 83.41 | 74.89 |
| Christian | 57.89 | 64.21 | 51.03 |
| Muslim | 50.8 | 56.65 | 43.93 |
Tarn Taran Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Tarn Taran District is 3.77 Lac (3,77,468) with 1.99 Lac (1,98,715) males and 1.79 Lac (1,78,753) females, which is 33.71% of Tarn Taran District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 900 females for every 1000 males.
Tarn Taran Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Tarn Taran District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Tarn Taran District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Tarn Taran
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 900 |
| Urban Area | 890 |
| Rural Area | 902 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Tarn Taran
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Sikh | 903 |
| Hindu | 854 |
| Christian | 904 |
| Muslim | 856 |
Tarn Taran Area & Households
The Total Area of Tarn Taran District is 2,414 Square KM, with a population density of 464 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Tarn Taran District are 4 and the Total Number of Villages in Tarn Taran District are 489.The Total Number of households in Tarn Taran District are 2.03 Lac(2,03,421).
Tarn Taran Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Tarn Taran District, there are about 3.81 Lac (3,80,702) workers, making up nearly 34% of the Tarn Taran District total population. Out of these, around 3.14 Lac (3,13,639) are male workers, and about 67.06 k (67,063) are female workers.
Tarn Taran - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Tarn Taran district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,22,024, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 11,19,627 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1941. The growth rate of 25.16% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1951 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 10.11%.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.
Tarn Taran District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,22,024 to 11,19,627.
- The year 1941 stands out with a growth rate of 25.16%.
- The year 1951 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 4.22 Lac | - | - | 2.31 Lac | 1.91 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.63 Lac | -58.98 k | -13.97527155 | 2.04 Lac | 1.59 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.83 Lac | 20.05 k | 5.521354102 | 2.13 Lac | 1.70 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.60 Lac | 77.38 k | 20.19890887 | 2.55 Lac | 2.05 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.76 Lac | 1.16 Lac | 25.16016244 | 3.13 Lac | 2.63 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.86 Lac | -90.38 k | -15.68177678 | 2.60 Lac | 2.26 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.24 Lac | 38.17 k | 7.854766055 | 2.79 Lac | 2.45 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.26 Lac | 1.02 Lac | 19.47065255 | 3.36 Lac | 2.90 Lac |
| 1981 | 7.28 Lac | 1.02 Lac | 16.28577725 | 3.89 Lac | 3.39 Lac |
| 1991 | 8.07 Lac | 78.80 k | 10.8223396 | 4.33 Lac | 3.73 Lac |
| 2001 | 9.39 Lac | 1.32 Lac | 16.3720159 | 4.98 Lac | 4.41 Lac |
| 2011 | 11.20 Lac | 1.81 Lac | 19.2288647 | 5.89 Lac | 5.30 Lac |
Tarn Taran - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12.45 Lac (12,45,408) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 12.53 Lac (12,53,272) | 11.94% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 12.60 Lac (12,60,133) | 12.55% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 12.66 Lac (12,66,311) | 13.1% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 12.72 Lac (12,72,450) | 13.65% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 12.79 Lac (12,78,628) | 14.2% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 12.85 Lac (12,84,807) | 14.75% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 12.90 Lac (12,90,063) | 15.22% | 0.47 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 12.95 Lac (12,94,637) | 15.63% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 12.99 Lac (12,99,211) | 16.04% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 13.04 Lac (13,03,785) | 16.45% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 13.08 Lac (13,08,399) | 16.86% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 13.13 Lac (13,12,972) | 17.27% | 0.41 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Tarn Taran District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 13.13 Lac (13,12,972), with a male population of 6.84 Lac (6,84,008) and a female population of 6.29 Lac (6,28,998). This reflects a total growth of 17.27% from Tarn Taran District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.5%.