Uttar Pradesh Population

As per the 2011 Census, Uttar Pradesh State has a population of 19.98 Cr (19,98,12,341) with 10.45 Cr (10,44,80,510) males and 9.53 Cr (9,53,31,831) females.The sex ratio in Uttar Pradesh is 913, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Uttar Pradesh State is 3.08 Cr (3,07,91,331) which is 15.41% of Uttar Pradesh State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Uttar Pradesh State is 903 females for every 1000 males.

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

19.98 Cr

Toatl Population

10.45 Cr

Male Population

9.53 Cr

Female Population

Uttar Pradesh Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Uttar Pradesh State current estimated population is projected to be 23.72 Cr (23,72,17,905), indicating a 18.72% increased from Uttar Pradesh's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 12.35 Cr, and the estimated female population is 11.37 Cr.

Uttar Pradesh Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Uttar Pradesh State estimated population is projected to be 23.96 Cr (23,95,86,401), projecting a 19.91% increased from Uttar Pradesh's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 12.47 Cr, and the estimated female population is 11.49 Cr.

Uttar Pradesh Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Uttar Pradesh State, with a total Hindu population of 15.93 Cr (15,93,12,654), accounting for 79.73% of the Uttar Pradesh State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.36 Cr (8,35,55,724), and the Hindu female population is around 7.58 Cr (7,57,56,930).

Uttar Pradesh Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Uttar Pradesh State, with a total Muslim population of 3.85 Cr (3,84,83,967), accounting for 19.26% of the Uttar Pradesh State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.99 Cr (1,98,67,314), and the Muslim female population is around 1.86 Cr (1,86,16,653).

Uttar Pradesh Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu15,93,12,65479.73%
Muslim3,84,83,96719.26%
Sikh6,43,5000.32%
Religion not stated5,82,6220.29%
Christian3,56,4480.18%
Jain2,13,2670.11%
Buddhist2,06,2850.1%
Other religions and persuasions13,5980.01%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Uttar Pradesh Urban Population

The Urban population of Uttar Pradesh State is 4.45 Cr (4,44,95,063), with 2.35 Cr (2,34,87,515) being males and 2.10 Cr (2,10,07,548) being females, making up 22.27% of the Uttar Pradesh total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 895 females for every 1000 males.

Uttar Pradesh Rural Population

The Rural population of Uttar Pradesh State is 15.53 Cr (15,53,17,278), with 8.10 Cr (8,09,92,995) being males and 7.43 Cr (7,43,24,283) being females, making up 77.73% of the Uttar Pradesh total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 918 females for every 1000 males.

Uttar Pradesh Literacy Rate

Uttar Pradesh State has a literacy rate of 67.68% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Uttar Pradesh State is 77.28 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Uttar Pradesh State is 57.18 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Uttar Pradesh State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 75.14%, while in the rural regions of Uttar Pradesh State, it is around 65.46%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Uttar Pradesh

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 67.68 77.28 57.18
Urban Area 75.14 80.45 69.22
Rural Area 65.46 76.33 53.65

Literacy Rate by Religion in Uttar Pradesh

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 69.68 79.73 58.61
Muslim 58.76 66.42 50.59
Sikh 79.35 84.91 73.15
Religion not stated 70.01 78.37 60.84

Uttar Pradesh Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Uttar Pradesh State is 4.14 Cr (4,13,57,608) with 2.17 Cr (2,16,76,975) males and 1.97 Cr (1,96,80,633) females, which is 20.7% of Uttar Pradesh State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 908 females for every 1000 males.

Uttar Pradesh Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Uttar Pradesh State is 11.34 Lac (11,34,273) with 5.81 Lac (5,81,083) males and 5.53 Lac (5,53,190) females, which is 0.57% of Uttar Pradesh State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 952 females for every 1000 males.

Uttar Pradesh Slum Population

Slum Population in Uttar Pradesh State is 62.40 Lac (62,39,965) with 32.98 Lac (32,98,339) males and 29.42 Lac (29,41,626) females, which is 3.12% of Uttar Pradesh State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 892 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Uttar Pradesh State are 10.66 Lac (10,66,363).

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Uttar Pradesh

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 913
Urban Area 895
Rural Area 918

Sex Ratio by Religion in Uttar Pradesh

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 907
Muslim 938
Sikh 885
Religion not stated 894

Uttar Pradesh Area & Households

The Total Area of Uttar Pradesh State is 2,40,928 Square KM, with a population density of 829 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Uttar Pradesh State are 915 and the Total Number of Villages in Uttar Pradesh State are 1,06,774.The Total Number of households in Uttar Pradesh State are 3.34 Cr(3,34,48,035).

Uttar Pradesh Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Uttar Pradesh State, there are about 6.58 Cr (6,58,14,715) workers, making up nearly 32.94% of the Uttar Pradesh State total population. Out of these, around 4.98 Cr (4,98,46,762) are male workers, and about 1.60 Cr (1,59,67,953) are female workers.

Uttar Pradesh - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Uttar Pradesh state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 4,66,47,804, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 19,98,12,341 by the dataset's conclusion.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 25.85% 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 14.58%.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.

Uttar Pradesh State population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 4,66,47,804 to 19,98,12,341.
  • The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 25.85%.
  • 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 4.66 Cr - - 2.41 Cr 2.26 Cr
1911 4.60 Cr -6.35 Lac -1.361566774 2.40 Cr 2.20 Cr
1921 4.46 Cr -14.56 Lac -3.164859204 2.33 Cr 2.12 Cr
1931 4.75 Cr 29.22 Lac 6.558214374 2.49 Cr 2.25 Cr
1941 5.39 Cr 64.42 Lac 13.56844155 2.83 Cr 2.57 Cr
1951 6.03 Cr 63.53 Lac 11.78234193 3.16 Cr 2.87 Cr
1961 7.01 Cr 98.70 Lac 16.37511047 3.68 Cr 3.34 Cr
1971 8.38 Cr 1.37 Cr 19.53871082 4.47 Cr 3.91 Cr
1981 10.51 Cr 2.13 Cr 25.38825095 5.59 Cr 4.93 Cr
1991 13.21 Cr 2.69 Cr 25.60966244 7.04 Cr 6.17 Cr
2001 16.62 Cr 3.41 Cr 25.84873597 8.76 Cr 7.86 Cr
2011 19.98 Cr 3.36 Cr 20.22553579 10.45 Cr 9.53 Cr

Historical Population of Uttar Pradesh by Census Year 1901-2011

Uttar Pradesh - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 23.72 Cr (23,72,17,905) 18.72%
2025 23.96 Cr (23,95,86,401) 19.91% 1.19 %
2026 24.16 Cr (24,16,25,028) 20.93% 1.02 %
2027 24.34 Cr (24,34,28,888) 21.83% 0.9 %
2028 24.52 Cr (24,52,32,748) 22.73% 0.9 %
2029 24.70 Cr (24,70,36,606) 23.63% 0.9 %
2030 24.88 Cr (24,88,40,465) 24.54% 0.91 %
2031 25.04 Cr (25,04,03,613) 25.32% 0.78 %
2032 25.18 Cr (25,17,95,388) 26.02% 0.7 %
2033 25.32 Cr (25,31,88,154) 26.71% 0.69 %
2034 25.46 Cr (25,45,79,929) 27.41% 0.7 %
2035 25.60 Cr (25,59,72,693) 28.11% 0.7 %
2036 25.74 Cr (25,73,64,470) 28.8% 0.69 %

Projected estimates indicate that Uttar Pradesh State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 25.74 Cr (25,73,64,470), with a male population of 13.33 Cr (13,32,63,874) and a female population of 12.41 Cr (12,41,00,041). This reflects a total growth of 28.8% from Uttar Pradesh State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.84%.

Uttar Pradesh Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Uttar Pradesh is 19.98 Cr (19,98,12,341).

The estimated population of Uttar Pradesh in 2024 is approximately 23.72 Cr (23,72,17,905).

Hindu constitute 79.73% of Uttar Pradesh population, amounting to approximately 15.93 Cr (15,93,12,654) people.

Muslim constitute 19.26% of Uttar Pradesh population, totaling around 3.85 Cr (3,84,83,967) people.

Hindu: 79.73%, Muslim: 19.26%, Sikh: 0.32%, Religion not stated: 0.29%, Christian: 0.18%, Jain: 0.11%, Buddhist: 0.1%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.01%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Uttar Pradesh is 4.14 Cr (20.7%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 11.34 Lac (0.57%).

In Uttar Pradesh, 4.45 Cr (22.27%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 15.53 Cr (77.73%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uttar Pradesh is 67.68%, with male literacy at 77.28% and female literacy at 57.18%.

The sex ratio in Uttar Pradesh is 913 females for every 1000 males.

Uttar Pradesh population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.84% up to 2036.