Uttarakhand Population

As per the 2011 Census, Uttarakhand State has a population of 1.01 Cr (1,00,86,292) with 51.38 Lac (51,37,773) males and 49.49 Lac (49,48,519) females.The sex ratio in Uttarakhand is 964, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Uttarakhand State is 13.56 Lac (13,55,814) which is 13.44% of Uttarakhand State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Uttarakhand State is 891 females for every 1000 males.

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

1.01 Cr

Toatl Population

51.38 Lac

Male Population

49.49 Lac

Female Population

Uttarakhand Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Uttarakhand State current estimated population is projected to be 1.17 Cr (1,17,33,601), indicating a 16.33% increased from Uttarakhand's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 60.14 Lac, and the estimated female population is 57.19 Lac.

Uttarakhand Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Uttarakhand State estimated population is projected to be 1.19 Cr (1,18,51,691), projecting a 17.5% increased from Uttarakhand's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 60.76 Lac, and the estimated female population is 57.74 Lac.

Uttarakhand Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Uttarakhand State, with a total Hindu population of 83.69 Lac (83,68,636), accounting for 82.97% of the Uttarakhand State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 42.34 Lac (42,34,384), and the Hindu female population is around 41.34 Lac (41,34,252).

Uttarakhand Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Uttarakhand State, with a total Muslim population of 14.07 Lac (14,06,825), accounting for 13.95% of the Uttarakhand State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 7.40 Lac (7,40,057), and the Muslim female population is around 6.67 Lac (6,66,768).

Uttarakhand Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu83,68,63682.97%
Muslim14,06,82513.95%
Sikh2,36,3402.34%
Christian37,7810.37%
Buddhist14,9260.15%
Religion not stated11,6080.12%
Jain9,1830.09%
Other religions and persuasions9930.01%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Uttarakhand Urban Population

The Urban population of Uttarakhand State is 30.49 Lac (30,49,338), with 16.19 Lac (16,18,731) being males and 14.31 Lac (14,30,607) being females, making up 30.23% of the Uttarakhand total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 884 females for every 1000 males.

Uttarakhand Rural Population

The Rural population of Uttarakhand State is 70.37 Lac (70,36,954), with 35.19 Lac (35,19,042) being males and 35.18 Lac (35,17,912) being females, making up 69.77% of the Uttarakhand total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1000 females for every 1000 males.

Uttarakhand Literacy Rate

Uttarakhand State has a literacy rate of 78.82% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Uttarakhand State is 87.4 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Uttarakhand State is 70.01 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Uttarakhand State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 84.45%, while in the rural regions of Uttarakhand State, it is around 76.31%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Uttarakhand

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 78.82 87.4 70.01
Urban Area 84.45 89.05 79.25
Rural Area 76.31 86.62 66.18

Literacy Rate by Religion in Uttarakhand

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 81.22 90.27 72.09
Muslim 63.18 70.46 55.07
Sikh 79.39 85.78 72.45
Christian 88.89 91.86 85.75

Uttarakhand Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Uttarakhand State is 18.93 Lac (18,92,516) with 9.69 Lac (9,68,586) males and 9.24 Lac (9,23,930) females, which is 18.76% of Uttarakhand State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 954 females for every 1000 males.

Uttarakhand Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Uttarakhand State is 2.92 Lac (2,91,903) with 1.49 Lac (1,48,669) males and 1.43 Lac (1,43,234) females, which is 2.89% of Uttarakhand State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 964 females for every 1000 males.

Uttarakhand Slum Population

Slum Population in Uttarakhand State is 4.88 Lac (4,87,741) with 2.58 Lac (2,57,624) males and 2.30 Lac (2,30,117) females, which is 4.84% of Uttarakhand State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 894 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Uttarakhand State are 93.91 k (93,911).

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Uttarakhand

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 964
Urban Area 884
Rural Area 1000

Sex Ratio by Religion in Uttarakhand

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 977
Muslim 901
Sikh 913
Christian 944

Uttarakhand Area & Households

The Total Area of Uttarakhand State is 53,483 Square KM, with a population density of 189 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Uttarakhand State are 115 and the Total Number of Villages in Uttarakhand State are 16,793.The Total Number of households in Uttarakhand State are 20.57 Lac(20,56,975).

Uttarakhand Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Uttarakhand State, there are about 38.72 Lac (38,72,275) workers, making up nearly 38.39% of the Uttarakhand State total population. Out of these, around 25.52 Lac (25,51,921) are male workers, and about 13.20 Lac (13,20,354) are female workers.

Uttarakhand - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Uttarakhand state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 19,79,866, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 1,00,86,292 by the dataset's conclusion.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 27.45% 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 16.26%.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.

Uttarakhand State population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 19,79,866 to 1,00,86,292.
  • The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 27.45%.
  • 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 19.80 Lac ---- ---- 10.32 Lac 9.48 Lac
1911 21.42 Lac 1.62 Lac 8.202171258 11.23 Lac 10.19 Lac
1921 21.16 Lac -26.27 k -1.226462919 11.05 Lac 10.11 Lac
1931 23.01 Lac 1.85 Lac 8.744631339 12.03 Lac 10.98 Lac
1941 26.15 Lac 3.14 Lac 13.62531122 13.71 Lac 12.43 Lac
1951 29.46 Lac 3.31 Lac 12.67484911 15.19 Lac 14.27 Lac
1961 36.11 Lac 6.65 Lac 22.57382985 18.54 Lac 17.57 Lac
1971 44.93 Lac 8.82 Lac 24.41985988 23.15 Lac 21.77 Lac
1981 57.26 Lac 12.33 Lac 27.44989454 29.58 Lac 27.68 Lac
1991 70.51 Lac 13.25 Lac 23.1342731 36.41 Lac 34.10 Lac
2001 84.89 Lac 14.39 Lac 20.40546992 43.26 Lac 41.63 Lac
2011 1.01 Cr 15.97 Lac 18.81113617 51.38 Lac 49.49 Lac

Historical Population of Uttarakhand by Census Year 1901-2011

Uttarakhand - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 1.17 Cr (1,17,33,601) 16.33%
2025 1.19 Cr (1,18,51,691) 17.5% 1.17 %
2026 1.20 Cr (1,19,62,835) 18.6% 1.1 %
2027 1.21 Cr (1,20,68,025) 19.65% 1.05 %
2028 1.22 Cr (1,21,73,214) 20.69% 1.04 %
2029 1.23 Cr (1,22,79,396) 21.74% 1.05 %
2030 1.24 Cr (1,23,84,586) 22.79% 1.05 %
2031 1.25 Cr (1,24,80,844) 23.74% 0.95 %
2032 1.26 Cr (1,25,70,156) 24.63% 0.89 %
2033 1.27 Cr (1,26,59,468) 25.51% 0.88 %
2034 1.27 Cr (1,27,48,780) 26.4% 0.89 %
2035 1.28 Cr (1,28,38,092) 27.28% 0.88 %
2036 1.29 Cr (1,29,27,404) 28.17% 0.89 %

Projected estimates indicate that Uttarakhand State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.29 Cr (1,29,27,404), with a male population of 66.38 Lac (66,38,440) and a female population of 62.88 Lac (62,87,647). This reflects a total growth of 28.17% from Uttarakhand State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.99%.

Uttarakhand Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Uttarakhand is 1.01 Cr (1,00,86,292).

The estimated population of Uttarakhand in 2024 is approximately 1.17 Cr (1,17,33,601).

Hindu constitute 82.97% of Uttarakhand population, amounting to approximately 83.69 Lac (83,68,636) people.

Muslim constitute 13.95% of Uttarakhand population, totaling around 14.07 Lac (14,06,825) people.

Hindu: 82.97%, Muslim: 13.95%, Sikh: 2.34%, Christian: 0.37%, Buddhist: 0.15%, Religion not stated: 0.12%, Jain: 0.09%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.01%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Uttarakhand is 18.93 Lac (18.76%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 2.92 Lac (2.89%).

In Uttarakhand, 30.49 Lac (30.23%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 70.37 Lac (69.77%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uttarakhand is 78.82%, with male literacy at 87.4% and female literacy at 70.01%.

The sex ratio in Uttarakhand is 964 females for every 1000 males.

Uttarakhand population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.99% up to 2036.