Ajmer Population
As per the 2011 Census, Ajmer District has a population of 25.83 Lac (25,83,052) with 13.24 Lac (13,24,085) males and 12.59 Lac (12,58,967) females.The sex ratio in Ajmer is 951, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Ajmer District is 3.81 Lac (3,81,167) which is 14.76% of Ajmer District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Ajmer District is 901 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Ajmer District is listed as part of RAJASTHAN State in INDIA.
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Ajmer Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Ajmer District current estimated population is projected to be 30.75 Lac (30,75,464), indicating a 19.06% increased from Ajmer's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 15.58 Lac, and the estimated female population is 15.17 Lac.
Ajmer Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Ajmer District estimated population is projected to be 31.08 Lac (31,08,008), projecting a 20.32% increased from Ajmer's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 15.73 Lac, and the estimated female population is 15.35 Lac.
Ajmer Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Ajmer District, with a total Hindu population of 22.02 Lac (22,01,663), accounting for 85.23% of the Ajmer District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 11.28 Lac (11,28,355), and the Hindu female population is around 10.73 Lac (10,73,308).
Ajmer Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Ajmer District, with a total Muslim population of 3.14 Lac (3,14,159), accounting for 12.16% of the Ajmer District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.61 Lac (1,61,472), and the Muslim female population is around 1.53 Lac (1,52,687).
Ajmer Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 22,01,663 | 85.23% |
| Muslim | 3,14,159 | 12.16% |
| Jain | 45,614 | 1.77% |
| Christian | 10,605 | 0.41% |
| Sikh | 6,799 | 0.26% |
| Religion not stated | 3,611 | 0.14% |
| Buddhist | 417 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 184 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationAjmer Urban Population
The Urban population of Ajmer District is 10.35 Lac (10,35,410), with 5.35 Lac (5,34,688) being males and 5.01 Lac (5,00,722) being females, making up 40.08% of the Ajmer total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 937 females for every 1000 males.
Ajmer Rural Population
The Rural population of Ajmer District is 15.48 Lac (15,47,642), with 7.89 Lac (7,89,397) being males and 7.58 Lac (7,58,245) being females, making up 59.92% of the Ajmer total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 961 females for every 1000 males.
Ajmer Literacy Rate
Ajmer District has a literacy rate of 69.33% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Ajmer District is 82.44 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Ajmer District is 55.68 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Ajmer District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.88%, while in the rural regions of Ajmer District, it is around 59.13%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Ajmer
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69.33 | 82.44 | 55.68 |
| Urban Area | 83.88 | 90.85 | 76.5 |
| Rural Area | 59.13 | 76.45 | 41.29 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Ajmer
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 68.93 | 82.13 | 55.17 |
| Muslim | 66.51 | 81.44 | 50.87 |
| Jain | 96.14 | 98 | 94.25 |
| Christian | 93.52 | 95.37 | 91.84 |
Ajmer Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Ajmer District is 4.78 Lac (4,78,027) with 2.44 Lac (2,43,750) males and 2.34 Lac (2,34,277) females, which is 18.51% of Ajmer District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Ajmer Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Ajmer District is 63.48 k (63,482) with 32.41 k (32,408) males and 31.07 k (31,074) females, which is 2.46% of Ajmer District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 959 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Ajmer
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 951 |
| Urban Area | 937 |
| Rural Area | 961 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Ajmer
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 952 |
| Muslim | 946 |
| Jain | 964 |
| Christian | 1082 |
Ajmer Area & Households
The Total Area of Ajmer District is 8,481 Square KM, with a population density of 305 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Ajmer District are 11 and the Total Number of Villages in Ajmer District are 1,111.The Total Number of households in Ajmer District are 4.95 Lac(4,94,832).
Ajmer Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Ajmer District, there are about 10.54 Lac (10,53,722) workers, making up nearly 40.79% of the Ajmer District total population. Out of these, around 6.86 Lac (6,86,149) are male workers, and about 3.68 Lac (3,67,573) are female workers.
Ajmer - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Ajmer district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 5,27,036, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 25,83,052 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 26.17% 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 15.88%.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.
Ajmer District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 5,27,036 to 25,83,052.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 26.17%.
- 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 | 5.27 Lac | ----- | ----- | 2.78 Lac | 2.49 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.44 Lac | 16.77 k | 3.181186864 | 2.88 Lac | 2.55 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.24 Lac | -20.22 k | -3.717713432 | 2.85 Lac | 2.38 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.92 Lac | 68.88 k | 13.1552661 | 3.11 Lac | 2.81 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.81 Lac | 88.49 k | 14.93643496 | 3.58 Lac | 3.23 Lac |
| 1951 | 8.19 Lac | 1.38 Lac | 20.23769489 | 4.25 Lac | 3.94 Lac |
| 1961 | 9.75 Lac | 1.56 Lac | 19.09444323 | 5.10 Lac | 4.65 Lac |
| 1971 | 11.46 Lac | 1.71 Lac | 17.52517162 | 6.00 Lac | 5.46 Lac |
| 1981 | 14.38 Lac | 2.92 Lac | 25.48641137 | 7.48 Lac | 6.90 Lac |
| 1991 | 17.27 Lac | 2.88 Lac | 20.05906536 | 9.00 Lac | 8.27 Lac |
| 2001 | 21.78 Lac | 4.52 Lac | 26.1747979 | 11.28 Lac | 10.50 Lac |
| 2011 | 25.83 Lac | 4.05 Lac | 18.57309358 | 13.24 Lac | 12.59 Lac |
Ajmer - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 30.75 Lac (30,75,464) | 19.06% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 31.08 Lac (31,08,008) | 20.32% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 31.37 Lac (31,37,081) | 21.45% | 1.13 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 31.64 Lac (31,63,616) | 22.48% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 31.90 Lac (31,90,151) | 23.5% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 32.17 Lac (32,16,686) | 24.53% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 32.43 Lac (32,43,221) | 25.56% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 32.69 Lac (32,68,935) | 26.55% | 0.99 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 32.94 Lac (32,94,052) | 27.53% | 0.98 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 33.19 Lac (33,19,169) | 28.5% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 33.44 Lac (33,44,286) | 29.47% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 33.69 Lac (33,69,403) | 30.44% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 33.95 Lac (33,94,520) | 31.42% | 0.98 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Ajmer District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 33.95 Lac (33,94,520), with a male population of 17.07 Lac (17,06,645) and a female population of 16.89 Lac (16,88,606). This reflects a total growth of 31.42% from Ajmer District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.26%.