Meerut Population
As per the 2011 Census, Meerut District has a population of 34.44 Lac (34,43,689) with 18.26 Lac (18,25,743) males and 16.18 Lac (16,17,946) females.The sex ratio in Meerut is 887, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Meerut District is 5.04 Lac (5,03,719) which is 14.63% of Meerut District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Meerut District is 852 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Meerut District is listed as part of UTTAR PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Meerut Population Census 2011
- Meerut 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
Meerut Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Meerut District current estimated population is projected to be 40.88 Lac (40,88,360), indicating a 18.72% increased from Meerut's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 21.58 Lac, and the estimated female population is 19.30 Lac.
Meerut Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Meerut District estimated population is projected to be 41.29 Lac (41,29,180), projecting a 19.91% increased from Meerut's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 21.79 Lac, and the estimated female population is 19.50 Lac.
Meerut Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Meerut District, with a total Hindu population of 21.83 Lac (21,83,255), accounting for 63.4% of the Meerut District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 11.70 Lac (11,69,512), and the Hindu female population is around 10.14 Lac (10,13,743).
Meerut Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Meerut District, with a total Muslim population of 11.86 Lac (11,85,643), accounting for 34.43% of the Meerut District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 6.17 Lac (6,17,178), and the Muslim female population is around 5.68 Lac (5,68,465).
Meerut Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 21,83,255 | 63.4% |
| Muslim | 11,85,643 | 34.43% |
| Sikh | 24,912 | 0.72% |
| Religion not stated | 18,662 | 0.54% |
| Jain | 18,544 | 0.54% |
| Christian | 10,582 | 0.31% |
| Buddhist | 1,855 | 0.05% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 236 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMeerut Urban Population
The Urban population of Meerut District is 17.59 Lac (17,59,182), with 9.31 Lac (9,30,823) being males and 8.28 Lac (8,28,359) being females, making up 51.08% of the Meerut total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 890 females for every 1000 males.
Meerut Rural Population
The Rural population of Meerut District is 16.85 Lac (16,84,507), with 8.95 Lac (8,94,920) being males and 7.90 Lac (7,89,587) being females, making up 48.92% of the Meerut total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 883 females for every 1000 males.
Meerut Literacy Rate
Meerut District has a literacy rate of 72.84% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Meerut District is 80.74 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Meerut District is 63.98 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Meerut District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 74.79%, while in the rural regions of Meerut District, it is around 70.75%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Meerut
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72.84 | 80.74 | 63.98 |
| Urban Area | 74.79 | 80.68 | 68.21 |
| Rural Area | 70.75 | 80.81 | 59.41 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Meerut
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 80.2 | 88.02 | 71.28 |
| Muslim | 57.66 | 65.58 | 49.07 |
| Sikh | 79.9 | 85.47 | 73.11 |
| Religion not stated | 74.81 | 82.02 | 68.16 |
Meerut Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Meerut District is 6.24 Lac (6,24,149) with 3.34 Lac (3,34,198) males and 2.90 Lac (2,89,951) females, which is 18.12% of Meerut District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 868 females for every 1000 males.
Meerut Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Meerut District is 3.39 k (3,390) with 1.83 k (1,828) males and 1.56 k (1,562) females, which is 0.1% of Meerut District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 855 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Meerut
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 887 |
| Urban Area | 890 |
| Rural Area | 883 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Meerut
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 867 |
| Muslim | 922 |
| Sikh | 820 |
| Religion not stated | 1032 |
Meerut Area & Households
The Total Area of Meerut District is 2,559 Square KM, with a population density of 1,346 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Meerut District are 18 and the Total Number of Villages in Meerut District are 663.The Total Number of households in Meerut District are 5.79 Lac(5,79,110).
Meerut Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Meerut District, there are about 10.91 Lac (10,90,539) workers, making up nearly 31.67% of the Meerut District total population. Out of these, around 8.99 Lac (8,98,810) are male workers, and about 1.92 Lac (1,91,729) are female workers.
Meerut - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Meerut district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,75,150, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 34,43,689 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 27.11% 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 16.39%.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.
Meerut District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 6,75,150 to 34,43,689.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 27.11%.
- 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 | 6.75 Lac | - | - | 3.60 Lac | 3.15 Lac |
| 1911 | 6.66 Lac | -9.12 k | -1.351255277 | 3.61 Lac | 3.05 Lac |
| 1921 | 6.64 Lac | -2.07 k | -0.310197635 | 3.59 Lac | 3.05 Lac |
| 1931 | 7.10 Lac | 45.72 k | 6.885344169 | 3.86 Lac | 3.24 Lac |
| 1941 | 8.40 Lac | 1.31 Lac | 18.39442451 | 4.55 Lac | 3.86 Lac |
| 1951 | 10.11 Lac | 1.70 Lac | 20.28045103 | 5.54 Lac | 4.57 Lac |
| 1961 | 12.01 Lac | 1.90 Lac | 18.84391531 | 6.53 Lac | 5.48 Lac |
| 1971 | 14.93 Lac | 2.92 Lac | 24.30107455 | 8.16 Lac | 6.77 Lac |
| 1981 | 18.98 Lac | 4.05 Lac | 27.10545987 | 10.31 Lac | 8.67 Lac |
| 1991 | 23.97 Lac | 5.00 Lac | 26.32313673 | 12.90 Lac | 11.07 Lac |
| 2001 | 29.74 Lac | 5.77 Lac | 24.06150101 | 15.89 Lac | 13.85 Lac |
| 2011 | 34.44 Lac | 4.70 Lac | 15.7979634 | 18.26 Lac | 16.18 Lac |
Meerut - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 40.88 Lac (40,88,360) | 18.72% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 41.29 Lac (41,29,180) | 19.91% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 41.64 Lac (41,64,315) | 20.93% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 41.95 Lac (41,95,404) | 21.83% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 42.26 Lac (42,26,493) | 22.73% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 42.58 Lac (42,57,582) | 23.63% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 42.89 Lac (42,88,670) | 24.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 43.16 Lac (43,15,611) | 25.32% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 43.40 Lac (43,39,597) | 26.02% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 43.64 Lac (43,63,601) | 26.71% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 43.88 Lac (43,87,588) | 27.41% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 44.12 Lac (44,11,592) | 28.11% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 44.36 Lac (44,35,578) | 28.8% | 0.69 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Meerut District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 44.36 Lac (44,35,578), with a male population of 23.29 Lac (23,28,718) and a female population of 21.06 Lac (21,06,193). This reflects a total growth of 28.8% from Meerut District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.84%.