Mathura Population
As per the 2011 Census, Mathura District has a population of 25.47 Lac (25,47,184) with 13.67 Lac (13,67,125) males and 11.80 Lac (11,80,059) females.The sex ratio in Mathura is 864, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Mathura District is 4.04 Lac (4,04,276) which is 15.87% of Mathura District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Mathura District is 870 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Mathura District is listed as part of UTTAR PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Mathura Population Census 2011
- Mathura 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
Mathura Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Mathura District current estimated population is projected to be 30.24 Lac (30,24,026), indicating a 18.72% increased from Mathura's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 16.16 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.08 Lac.
Mathura Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Mathura District estimated population is projected to be 30.54 Lac (30,54,219), projecting a 19.91% increased from Mathura's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 16.31 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.22 Lac.
Mathura Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Mathura District, with a total Hindu population of 23.11 Lac (23,10,776), accounting for 90.72% of the Mathura District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 12.43 Lac (12,43,318), and the Hindu female population is around 10.67 Lac (10,67,458).
Mathura Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Mathura District, with a total Muslim population of 2.17 Lac (2,16,933), accounting for 8.52% of the Mathura District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.14 Lac (1,13,557), and the Muslim female population is around 1.03 Lac (1,03,376).
Mathura Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 23,10,776 | 90.72% |
| Muslim | 2,16,933 | 8.52% |
| Religion not stated | 10,359 | 0.41% |
| Christian | 3,179 | 0.12% |
| Sikh | 2,872 | 0.11% |
| Jain | 2,056 | 0.08% |
| Buddhist | 883 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 126 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMathura Urban Population
The Urban population of Mathura District is 7.56 Lac (7,55,993), with 4.05 Lac (4,05,097) being males and 3.51 Lac (3,50,896) being females, making up 29.68% of the Mathura total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 867 females for every 1000 males.
Mathura Rural Population
The Rural population of Mathura District is 17.91 Lac (17,91,191), with 9.62 Lac (9,62,028) being males and 8.29 Lac (8,29,163) being females, making up 70.32% of the Mathura total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 862 females for every 1000 males.
Mathura Literacy Rate
Mathura District has a literacy rate of 70.36% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Mathura District is 81.97 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Mathura District is 56.89 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Mathura District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 74.45%, while in the rural regions of Mathura District, it is around 68.57%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Mathura
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70.36 | 81.97 | 56.89 |
| Urban Area | 74.45 | 81.47 | 66.37 |
| Rural Area | 68.57 | 82.18 | 52.72 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Mathura
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 72.28 | 83.98 | 58.65 |
| Muslim | 48.49 | 58.76 | 37.2 |
| Religion not stated | 72.31 | 82.97 | 61.08 |
| Christian | 71.85 | 80.38 | 63.04 |
Mathura Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Mathura District is 5.07 Lac (5,06,580) with 2.71 Lac (2,71,295) males and 2.35 Lac (2,35,285) females, which is 19.89% of Mathura District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 868 females for every 1000 males.
Mathura Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Mathura District is 1.52 k (1,520) with 826 (826) males and 694 (694) females, which is 0.06% of Mathura District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 841 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Mathura
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 864 |
| Urban Area | 867 |
| Rural Area | 862 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Mathura
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 859 |
| Muslim | 911 |
| Religion not stated | 918 |
| Christian | 980 |
Mathura Area & Households
The Total Area of Mathura District is 3,340 Square KM, with a population density of 763 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Mathura District are 25 and the Total Number of Villages in Mathura District are 874.The Total Number of households in Mathura District are 4.23 Lac(4,23,125).
Mathura Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Mathura District, there are about 8.41 Lac (8,40,939) workers, making up nearly 33.01% of the Mathura District total population. Out of these, around 6.35 Lac (6,35,142) are male workers, and about 2.06 Lac (2,05,797) are female workers.
Mathura - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Mathura district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,51,619, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 25,47,184 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 25.68% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1911 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 13.93%.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.
Mathura District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 6,51,619 to 25,47,184.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 25.68%.
- The year 1911 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 6.52 Lac | - | - | 3.49 Lac | 3.02 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.61 Lac | -91.00 k | -13.97 | 3.09 Lac | 2.52 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.29 Lac | -31.94 k | -5.7 | 2.91 Lac | 2.37 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.70 Lac | 41.53 k | 7.86 | 3.11 Lac | 2.59 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.89 Lac | 1.19 Lac | 20.8 | 3.75 Lac | 3.14 Lac |
| 1951 | 7.75 Lac | 85.77 k | 12.45 | 4.20 Lac | 3.55 Lac |
| 1961 | 9.12 Lac | 1.37 Lac | 17.7 | 4.96 Lac | 4.15 Lac |
| 1971 | 10.99 Lac | 1.88 Lac | 20.59 | 6.03 Lac | 4.96 Lac |
| 1981 | 13.31 Lac | 2.32 Lac | 21.07 | 7.35 Lac | 5.96 Lac |
| 1991 | 16.51 Lac | 3.20 Lac | 24.02 | 9.09 Lac | 7.42 Lac |
| 2001 | 20.75 Lac | 4.24 Lac | 25.68 | 11.28 Lac | 9.47 Lac |
| 2011 | 25.47 Lac | 4.73 Lac | 22.78449528 | 13.67 Lac | 11.80 Lac |
Mathura - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 30.24 Lac (30,24,026) | 18.72% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 30.54 Lac (30,54,219) | 19.91% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 30.80 Lac (30,80,208) | 20.93% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 31.03 Lac (31,03,203) | 21.83% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 31.26 Lac (31,26,198) | 22.73% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 31.49 Lac (31,49,194) | 23.63% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 31.72 Lac (31,72,189) | 24.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 31.92 Lac (31,92,116) | 25.32% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 32.10 Lac (32,09,858) | 26.02% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 32.28 Lac (32,27,613) | 26.71% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 32.45 Lac (32,45,355) | 27.41% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 32.63 Lac (32,63,110) | 28.11% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 32.81 Lac (32,80,852) | 28.8% | 0.69 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Mathura District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 32.81 Lac (32,80,852), with a male population of 17.44 Lac (17,43,755) and a female population of 15.36 Lac (15,36,165). This reflects a total growth of 28.8% from Mathura District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.15%.