Agra Population
As per the 2011 Census, Agra District has a population of 44.19 Lac (44,18,797) with 23.65 Lac (23,64,953) males and 20.54 Lac (20,53,844) females.The sex ratio in Agra is 869, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Agra District is 6.74 Lac (6,73,955) which is 15.25% of Agra District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Agra District is 861 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Agra District is listed as part of UTTAR PRADESH State in INDIA.
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Agra Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Agra District current estimated population is projected to be 52.46 Lac (52,46,012), indicating a 18.72% increased from Agra's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 27.95 Lac, and the estimated female population is 24.50 Lac.
Agra Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Agra District estimated population is projected to be 52.98 Lac (52,98,390), projecting a 19.91% increased from Agra's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 28.22 Lac, and the estimated female population is 24.76 Lac.
Agra Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Agra District, with a total Hindu population of 39.23 Lac (39,22,718), accounting for 88.77% of the Agra District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 21.03 Lac (21,03,097), and the Hindu female population is around 18.20 Lac (18,19,621).
Agra Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Agra District, with a total Muslim population of 4.11 Lac (4,11,313), accounting for 9.31% of the Agra District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.17 Lac (2,16,851), and the Muslim female population is around 1.94 Lac (1,94,462).
Agra Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 39,22,718 | 88.77% |
| Muslim | 4,11,313 | 9.31% |
| Religion not stated | 36,692 | 0.83% |
| Jain | 21,508 | 0.49% |
| Sikh | 12,057 | 0.27% |
| Christian | 10,076 | 0.23% |
| Buddhist | 4,049 | 0.09% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 384 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationAgra Urban Population
The Urban population of Agra District is 20.24 Lac (20,24,195), with 10.80 Lac (10,79,769) being males and 9.44 Lac (9,44,426) being females, making up 45.81% of the Agra total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 875 females for every 1000 males.
Agra Rural Population
The Rural population of Agra District is 23.95 Lac (23,94,602), with 12.85 Lac (12,85,184) being males and 11.09 Lac (11,09,418) being females, making up 54.19% of the Agra total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 864 females for every 1000 males.
Agra Literacy Rate
Agra District has a literacy rate of 71.58% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Agra District is 80.62 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Agra District is 61.18 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Agra District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 72.68%, while in the rural regions of Agra District, it is around 70.6%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Agra
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71.58 | 80.62 | 61.18 |
| Urban Area | 72.68 | 78.1 | 66.51 |
| Rural Area | 70.6 | 82.84 | 56.42 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Agra
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 72.87 | 82.26 | 62.04 |
| Muslim | 57.44 | 64.31 | 49.79 |
| Religion not stated | 68.67 | 71.27 | 65.68 |
| Jain | 92.66 | 94.3 | 90.87 |
Agra Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Agra District is 9.91 Lac (9,91,325) with 5.32 Lac (5,31,641) males and 4.60 Lac (4,59,684) females, which is 22.43% of Agra District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 865 females for every 1000 males.
Agra Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Agra District is 7.26 k (7,255) with 3.83 k (3,827) males and 3.43 k (3,428) females, which is 0.16% of Agra District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 896 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Agra
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 |
| Urban Area | 875 |
| Rural Area | 864 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Agra
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 866 |
| Muslim | 897 |
| Religion not stated | 855 |
| Jain | 911 |
Agra Area & Households
The Total Area of Agra District is 4,041 Square KM, with a population density of 1,093 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Agra District are 27 and the Total Number of Villages in Agra District are 929.The Total Number of households in Agra District are 7.11 Lac(7,10,566).
Agra Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Agra District, there are about 13.90 Lac (13,89,844) workers, making up nearly 31.45% of the Agra District total population. Out of these, around 11.20 Lac (11,19,701) are male workers, and about 2.70 Lac (2,70,143) are female workers.
Agra - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Agra district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 8,67,149, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 44,18,797 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 31.6% 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 16.61%.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.
Agra District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 8,67,149 to 44,18,797.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 31.6%.
- 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 | 8.67 Lac | - | - | 4.65 Lac | 4.02 Lac |
| 1911 | 8.35 Lac | -31.73 k | -3.659194811 | 4.56 Lac | 3.80 Lac |
| 1921 | 7.56 Lac | -79.87 k | -9.561763481 | 4.16 Lac | 3.40 Lac |
| 1931 | 8.57 Lac | 1.02 Lac | 13.44414235 | 4.68 Lac | 3.89 Lac |
| 1941 | 10.54 Lac | 1.97 Lac | 23.01486541 | 5.71 Lac | 4.84 Lac |
| 1951 | 12.29 Lac | 1.74 Lac | 16.52437839 | 6.65 Lac | 5.63 Lac |
| 1961 | 15.06 Lac | 2.78 Lac | 22.59408368 | 8.18 Lac | 6.88 Lac |
| 1971 | 18.52 Lac | 3.46 Lac | 22.9961955 | 10.13 Lac | 8.40 Lac |
| 1981 | 22.58 Lac | 4.06 Lac | 21.89588104 | 12.35 Lac | 10.23 Lac |
| 1991 | 27.52 Lac | 4.94 Lac | 21.88063258 | 15.02 Lac | 12.50 Lac |
| 2001 | 36.22 Lac | 8.70 Lac | 31.59537089 | 19.62 Lac | 16.60 Lac |
| 2011 | 44.19 Lac | 7.97 Lac | 22.00885109 | 23.65 Lac | 20.54 Lac |
Agra - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 52.46 Lac (52,46,012) | 18.72% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 52.98 Lac (52,98,390) | 19.91% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 53.43 Lac (53,43,474) | 20.93% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 53.83 Lac (53,83,366) | 21.83% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 54.23 Lac (54,23,258) | 22.73% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 54.63 Lac (54,63,150) | 23.63% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 55.03 Lac (55,03,041) | 24.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 55.38 Lac (55,37,610) | 25.32% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 55.68 Lac (55,68,389) | 26.02% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 55.99 Lac (55,99,189) | 26.71% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 56.30 Lac (56,29,968) | 27.41% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 56.61 Lac (56,60,769) | 28.11% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 56.92 Lac (56,91,548) | 28.8% | 0.69 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Agra District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 56.92 Lac (56,91,548), with a male population of 30.16 Lac (30,16,475) and a female population of 26.74 Lac (26,73,631). This reflects a total growth of 28.8% from Agra District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.84%.