Pilibhit Population
As per the 2011 Census, Pilibhit District has a population of 20.31 Lac (20,31,007) with 10.72 Lac (10,72,002) males and 9.59 Lac (9,59,005) females.The sex ratio in Pilibhit is 895, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Pilibhit District is 3.05 Lac (3,04,920) which is 15.01% of Pilibhit District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Pilibhit District is 912 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Pilibhit District is listed as part of UTTAR PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Pilibhit Population Census 2011
- Pilibhit 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
Pilibhit Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Pilibhit District current estimated population is projected to be 24.11 Lac (24,11,219), indicating a 18.72% increased from Pilibhit's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 12.67 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.44 Lac.
Pilibhit Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Pilibhit District estimated population is projected to be 24.35 Lac (24,35,294), projecting a 19.91% increased from Pilibhit's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 12.79 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.56 Lac.
Pilibhit Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Pilibhit District, with a total Hindu population of 14.49 Lac (14,49,007), accounting for 71.34% of the Pilibhit District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.68 Lac (7,68,093), and the Hindu female population is around 6.81 Lac (6,80,914).
Pilibhit Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Pilibhit District, with a total Muslim population of 4.90 Lac (4,89,686), accounting for 24.11% of the Pilibhit District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.55 Lac (2,55,446), and the Muslim female population is around 2.34 Lac (2,34,240).
Pilibhit Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 14,49,007 | 71.34% |
| Muslim | 4,89,686 | 24.11% |
| Sikh | 84,787 | 4.17% |
| Christian | 3,510 | 0.17% |
| Religion not stated | 3,474 | 0.17% |
| Buddhist | 360 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 138 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 45 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPilibhit Urban Population
The Urban population of Pilibhit District is 3.51 Lac (3,51,415), with 1.85 Lac (1,85,213) being males and 1.66 Lac (1,66,202) being females, making up 17.3% of the Pilibhit total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 898 females for every 1000 males.
Pilibhit Rural Population
The Rural population of Pilibhit District is 16.80 Lac (16,79,592), with 8.87 Lac (8,86,789) being males and 7.93 Lac (7,92,803) being females, making up 82.7% of the Pilibhit total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 895 females for every 1000 males.
Pilibhit Literacy Rate
Pilibhit District has a literacy rate of 61.47% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Pilibhit District is 71.7 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Pilibhit District is 50 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Pilibhit District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 64.95%, while in the rural regions of Pilibhit District, it is around 60.72%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Pilibhit
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61.47 | 71.7 | 50 |
| Urban Area | 64.95 | 71.35 | 57.82 |
| Rural Area | 60.72 | 71.78 | 48.3 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Pilibhit
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 64.84 | 75.78 | 52.46 |
| Muslim | 49.31 | 57.81 | 39.98 |
| Sikh | 73.3 | 80.8 | 65.13 |
| Christian | 63.76 | 69.44 | 57.53 |
Pilibhit Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Pilibhit District is 3.34 Lac (3,33,558) with 1.76 Lac (1,76,436) males and 1.57 Lac (1,57,122) females, which is 16.42% of Pilibhit District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 891 females for every 1000 males.
Pilibhit Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Pilibhit District is 1.71 k (1,714) with 892 (892) males and 822 (822) females, which is 0.08% of Pilibhit District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 922 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Pilibhit
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 895 |
| Urban Area | 898 |
| Rural Area | 895 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Pilibhit
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 887 |
| Muslim | 917 |
| Sikh | 903 |
| Christian | 930 |
Pilibhit Area & Households
The Total Area of Pilibhit District is 3,686 Square KM, with a population density of 551 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Pilibhit District are 11 and the Total Number of Villages in Pilibhit District are 1,435.The Total Number of households in Pilibhit District are 3.63 Lac(3,62,573).
Pilibhit Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Pilibhit District, there are about 6.19 Lac (6,18,605) workers, making up nearly 30.46% of the Pilibhit District total population. Out of these, around 5.35 Lac (5,34,939) are male workers, and about 83.67 k (83,666) are female workers.
Pilibhit - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Pilibhit district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,98,706, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 20,31,007 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 33.95% 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 14.40%.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.
Pilibhit District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,98,706 to 20,31,007.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 33.95%.
- 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 | 4.99 Lac | - | - | 2.65 Lac | 2.34 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.17 Lac | 17.99 k | 3.607937342 | 2.78 Lac | 2.39 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.57 Lac | -59.26 k | -11.46934676 | 2.43 Lac | 2.14 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.76 Lac | 18.72 k | 4.093022646 | 2.56 Lac | 2.21 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.20 Lac | 44.25 k | 9.293304772 | 2.80 Lac | 2.41 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.35 Lac | 14.34 k | 2.756283015 | 2.88 Lac | 2.47 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.52 Lac | 1.18 Lac | 22.01737244 | 3.52 Lac | 3.00 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.91 Lac | 1.39 Lac | 21.23008028 | 4.33 Lac | 3.58 Lac |
| 1981 | 10.60 Lac | 2.69 Lac | 33.94861565 | 5.74 Lac | 4.85 Lac |
| 1991 | 13.45 Lac | 2.85 Lac | 26.92525853 | 7.26 Lac | 6.19 Lac |
| 2001 | 17.28 Lac | 3.83 Lac | 28.49838792 | 9.21 Lac | 8.07 Lac |
| 2011 | 20.31 Lac | 3.03 Lac | 17.52778183 | 10.72 Lac | 9.59 Lac |
Pilibhit - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 24.11 Lac (24,11,219) | 18.72% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 24.35 Lac (24,35,294) | 19.91% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 24.56 Lac (24,56,016) | 20.93% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 24.74 Lac (24,74,351) | 21.83% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 24.93 Lac (24,92,687) | 22.73% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 25.11 Lac (25,11,022) | 23.63% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 25.29 Lac (25,29,357) | 24.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 25.45 Lac (25,45,246) | 25.32% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 25.59 Lac (25,59,393) | 26.02% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 25.74 Lac (25,73,550) | 26.71% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 25.88 Lac (25,87,697) | 27.41% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 26.02 Lac (26,01,853) | 28.11% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 26.16 Lac (26,16,000) | 28.8% | 0.69 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Pilibhit District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 26.16 Lac (26,16,000), with a male population of 13.67 Lac (13,67,329) and a female population of 12.48 Lac (12,48,404). This reflects a total growth of 28.8% from Pilibhit District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.15%.