Rajasthan Population

As per the 2011 Census, Rajasthan State has a population of 6.85 Cr (6,85,48,437) with 3.56 Cr (3,55,50,997) males and 3.30 Cr (3,29,97,440) females.The sex ratio in Rajasthan is 929, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Rajasthan State is 1.06 Cr (1,06,49,504) which is 15.54% of Rajasthan State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Rajasthan State is 889 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Rajasthan State is listed as part of the North region of India .

6.85 Cr

Toatl Population

3.56 Cr

Male Population

3.30 Cr

Female Population

Rajasthan Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Rajasthan State current estimated population is projected to be 8.16 Cr (8,16,15,941), indicating a 19.06% increased from Rajasthan's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 4.18 Cr, and the estimated female population is 3.98 Cr.

Rajasthan Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Rajasthan State estimated population is projected to be 8.25 Cr (8,24,79,581), projecting a 20.32% increased from Rajasthan's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 4.22 Cr, and the estimated female population is 4.02 Cr.

Rajasthan Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Rajasthan State, with a total Hindu population of 6.07 Cr (6,06,57,103), accounting for 88.49% of the Rajasthan State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 3.15 Cr (3,14,85,832), and the Hindu female population is around 2.92 Cr (2,91,71,271).

Rajasthan Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Rajasthan State, with a total Muslim population of 62.15 Lac (62,15,377), accounting for 9.07% of the Rajasthan State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 31.94 Lac (31,93,530), and the Muslim female population is around 30.22 Lac (30,21,847).

Rajasthan Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu6,06,57,10388.49%
Muslim62,15,3779.07%
Sikh8,72,9301.27%
Jain6,22,0230.91%
Christian96,4300.14%
Religion not stated67,7130.1%
Buddhist12,1850.02%
Other religions and persuasions4,6760.01%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Rajasthan Urban Population

The Urban population of Rajasthan State is 1.70 Cr (1,70,48,085), with 89.09 Lac (89,09,250) being males and 81.39 Lac (81,38,835) being females, making up 24.87% of the Rajasthan total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 914 females for every 1000 males.

Rajasthan Rural Population

The Rural population of Rajasthan State is 5.15 Cr (5,15,00,352), with 2.66 Cr (2,66,41,747) being males and 2.49 Cr (2,48,58,605) being females, making up 75.13% of the Rajasthan total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 934 females for every 1000 males.

Rajasthan Literacy Rate

Rajasthan State has a literacy rate of 66.11% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Rajasthan State is 79.19 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Rajasthan State is 52.12 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Rajasthan State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 79.68%, while in the rural regions of Rajasthan State, it is around 61.44%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Rajasthan

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 66.11 79.19 52.12
Urban Area 79.68 87.91 70.73
Rural Area 61.44 76.16 45.8

Literacy Rate by Religion in Rajasthan

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 66.04 79.37 51.77
Muslim 62.68 75.38 49.35
Sikh 70.07 78.2 61.12
Jain 95.14 97.97 92.21

Rajasthan Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Rajasthan State is 1.22 Cr (1,22,21,593) with 63.56 Lac (63,55,564) males and 58.66 Lac (58,66,029) females, which is 17.83% of Rajasthan State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 923 females for every 1000 males.

Rajasthan Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Rajasthan State is 92.39 Lac (92,38,534) with 47.43 Lac (47,42,943) males and 44.96 Lac (44,95,591) females, which is 13.48% of Rajasthan State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 948 females for every 1000 males.

Rajasthan Slum Population

Slum Population in Rajasthan State is 20.68 Lac (20,68,000) with 10.79 Lac (10,78,991) males and 9.89 Lac (9,89,009) females, which is 3.02% of Rajasthan State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 917 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Rajasthan State are 3.94 Lac (3,94,391).

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Rajasthan

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 929
Urban Area 914
Rural Area 934

Sex Ratio by Religion in Rajasthan

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 927
Muslim 947
Sikh 901
Jain 959

Rajasthan Area & Households

The Total Area of Rajasthan State is 3,42,239 Square KM, with a population density of 200 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Rajasthan State are 297 and the Total Number of Villages in Rajasthan State are 44,672.The Total Number of households in Rajasthan State are 1.27 Cr(1,27,11,146).

Rajasthan Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Rajasthan State, there are about 2.99 Cr (2,98,86,255) workers, making up nearly 43.6% of the Rajasthan State total population. Out of these, around 1.83 Cr (1,82,97,076) are male workers, and about 1.16 Cr (1,15,89,179) are female workers.

Rajasthan - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Rajasthan state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 1,02,94,090, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 6,85,48,437 by the dataset's conclusion.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 32.97% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 19.36%.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.

Rajasthan State population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 1,02,94,090 to 6,85,48,437.
  • The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 32.97%.
  • The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 1.03 Cr ----- ----- 54.04 Lac 48.90 Lac
1911 1.10 Cr 6.89 Lac 6.69723113 57.56 Lac 52.27 Lac
1921 1.03 Cr -6.91 Lac -6.289984376 54.29 Lac 48.63 Lac
1931 1.17 Cr 14.55 Lac 14.1394712 61.61 Lac 55.87 Lac
1941 1.39 Cr 21.16 Lac 18.01063741 72.75 Lac 65.89 Lac
1951 1.60 Cr 21.07 Lac 15.19717562 83.14 Lac 76.57 Lac
1961 2.02 Cr 41.85 Lac 26.20303812 1.06 Cr 95.92 Lac
1971 2.58 Cr 56.10 Lac 27.83446508 1.35 Cr 1.23 Cr
1981 3.43 Cr 84.96 Lac 32.97415187 1.79 Cr 1.64 Cr
1991 4.40 Cr 97.44 Lac 28.44015891 2.30 Cr 2.10 Cr
2001 5.65 Cr 1.25 Cr 28.40794628 2.94 Cr 2.71 Cr
2011 6.85 Cr 1.20 Cr 21.30923415 3.56 Cr 3.30 Cr

Historical Population of Rajasthan by Census Year 1901-2011

Rajasthan - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 8.16 Cr (8,16,15,941) 19.06%
2025 8.25 Cr (8,24,79,581) 20.32% 1.26 %
2026 8.33 Cr (8,32,51,113) 21.45% 1.13 %
2027 8.40 Cr (8,39,55,296) 22.48% 1.03 %
2028 8.47 Cr (8,46,59,479) 23.5% 1.02 %
2029 8.54 Cr (8,53,63,662) 24.53% 1.03 %
2030 8.61 Cr (8,60,67,846) 25.56% 1.03 %
2031 8.68 Cr (8,67,50,240) 26.55% 0.99 %
2032 8.74 Cr (8,74,16,788) 27.53% 0.98 %
2033 8.81 Cr (8,80,83,335) 28.5% 0.97 %
2034 8.87 Cr (8,87,49,883) 29.47% 0.97 %
2035 8.94 Cr (8,94,16,431) 30.44% 0.97 %
2036 9.01 Cr (9,00,82,979) 31.42% 0.98 %

Projected estimates indicate that Rajasthan State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 9.01 Cr (9,00,82,979), with a male population of 4.58 Cr (4,58,22,518) and a female population of 4.43 Cr (4,42,58,244). This reflects a total growth of 31.42% from Rajasthan State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.03%.

Rajasthan Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Rajasthan is 6.85 Cr (6,85,48,437).

The estimated population of Rajasthan in 2024 is approximately 8.16 Cr (8,16,15,941).

Hindu constitute 88.49% of Rajasthan population, amounting to approximately 6.07 Cr (6,06,57,103) people.

Muslim constitute 9.07% of Rajasthan population, totaling around 62.15 Lac (62,15,377) people.

Hindu: 88.49%, Muslim: 9.07%, Sikh: 1.27%, Jain: 0.91%, Christian: 0.14%, Religion not stated: 0.1%, Buddhist: 0.02%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.01%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Rajasthan is 1.22 Cr (17.83%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 92.39 Lac (13.48%).

In Rajasthan, 1.70 Cr (24.87%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 5.15 Cr (75.13%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rajasthan is 66.11%, with male literacy at 79.19% and female literacy at 52.12%.

The sex ratio in Rajasthan is 929 females for every 1000 males.

Rajasthan population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 1.03% up to 2036.