Almora Population
As per the 2011 Census, Almora District has a population of 6.23 Lac (6,22,506) with 2.91 Lac (2,91,081) males and 3.31 Lac (3,31,425) females.The sex ratio in Almora is 1139, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Almora District is 80.08 k (80,082) which is 12.86% of Almora District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Almora District is 922 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Almora District is listed as part of UTTARAKHAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Almora Population Census 2011
- Almora 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
Almora Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Almora District current estimated population is projected to be 7.24 Lac (7,24,175), indicating a 16.33% increased from Almora's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.41 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.83 Lac.
Almora Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Almora District estimated population is projected to be 7.31 Lac (7,31,463), projecting a 17.5% increased from Almora's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.44 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.87 Lac.
Almora Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Almora District, with a total Hindu population of 6.11 Lac (6,11,250), accounting for 98.19% of the Almora District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.85 Lac (2,84,725), and the Hindu female population is around 3.27 Lac (3,26,525).
Almora Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Almora District, with a total Muslim population of 7.75 k (7,752), accounting for 1.25% of the Almora District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 4.36 k (4,363), and the Muslim female population is around 3.39 k (3,389).
Almora Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 6,11,250 | 98.19% |
| Muslim | 7,752 | 1.25% |
| Christian | 1,895 | 0.3% |
| Religion not stated | 1,115 | 0.18% |
| Sikh | 256 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 201 | 0.03% |
| Jain | 31 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 6 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationAlmora Urban Population
The Urban population of Almora District is 62.31 k (62,314), with 33.72 k (33,722) being males and 28.59 k (28,592) being females, making up 10.01% of the Almora total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 848 females for every 1000 males.
Almora Rural Population
The Rural population of Almora District is 5.60 Lac (5,60,192), with 2.57 Lac (2,57,359) being males and 3.03 Lac (3,02,833) being females, making up 89.99% of the Almora total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1177 females for every 1000 males.
Almora Literacy Rate
Almora District has a literacy rate of 80.47% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Almora District is 92.86 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Almora District is 69.93 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Almora District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 94.35%, while in the rural regions of Almora District, it is around 78.85%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Almora
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80.47 | 92.86 | 69.93 |
| Urban Area | 94.35 | 97.16 | 91.03 |
| Rural Area | 78.85 | 92.26 | 67.88 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Almora
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 80.35 | 92.94 | 69.73 |
| Muslim | 84.25 | 86.18 | 81.7 |
| Christian | 95.57 | 98.86 | 89.58 |
| Religion not stated | 87.36 | 94.16 | 81.67 |
Almora Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Almora District is 1.51 Lac (1,50,995) with 72.70 k (72,695) males and 78.30 k (78,300) females, which is 24.26% of Almora District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1078 females for every 1000 males.
Almora Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Almora District is 1.28 k (1,281) with 633 (633) males and 648 (648) females, which is 0.21% of Almora District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1024 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Almora
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1139 |
| Urban Area | 848 |
| Rural Area | 1177 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Almora
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1147 |
| Muslim | 777 |
| Christian | 581 |
| Religion not stated | 1170 |
Almora Area & Households
The Total Area of Almora District is 3,144 Square KM, with a population density of 198 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Almora District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Almora District are 2,289.The Total Number of households in Almora District are 1.41 Lac(1,40,577).
Almora Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Almora District, there are about 2.98 Lac (2,98,211) workers, making up nearly 47.9% of the Almora District total population. Out of these, around 1.42 Lac (1,42,460) are male workers, and about 1.56 Lac (1,55,751) are female workers.
Almora - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Almora district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,16,960, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 6,22,506 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1941. The growth rate of 17.83% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 2011 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 10.24%.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.
Almora District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,16,960 to 6,22,506.
- The year 1941 stands out with a growth rate of 17.83%.
- The year 2011 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.17 Lac | ---- | ---- | 1.10 Lac | 1.07 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.51 Lac | 34.46 k | 15.88449484 | 1.28 Lac | 1.24 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.54 Lac | 2.25 k | 0.895701666 | 1.27 Lac | 1.27 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.79 Lac | 25.33 k | 9.986794126 | 1.40 Lac | 1.39 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.29 Lac | 49.74 k | 17.8270235 | 1.64 Lac | 1.65 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.70 Lac | 40.95 k | 12.45604536 | 1.80 Lac | 1.90 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.20 Lac | 50.46 k | 13.64766282 | 1.99 Lac | 2.21 Lac |
| 1971 | 4.84 Lac | 63.72 k | 15.16689198 | 2.30 Lac | 2.53 Lac |
| 1981 | 5.60 Lac | 76.51 k | 15.8108689 | 2.67 Lac | 2.93 Lac |
| 1991 | 6.10 Lac | 50.07 k | 8.935349343 | 2.91 Lac | 3.20 Lac |
| 2001 | 6.33 Lac | 22.41 k | 3.671535728 | 2.95 Lac | 3.38 Lac |
| 2011 | 6.23 Lac | -10.36 k | -1.636997405 | 2.91 Lac | 3.31 Lac |
Almora - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7.24 Lac (7,24,175) | 16.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 7.31 Lac (7,31,463) | 17.5% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 7.38 Lac (7,38,323) | 18.6% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 7.45 Lac (7,44,815) | 19.65% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 7.51 Lac (7,51,307) | 20.69% | 1.04 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 7.58 Lac (7,57,861) | 21.74% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 7.64 Lac (7,64,353) | 22.79% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 7.70 Lac (7,70,293) | 23.74% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 7.76 Lac (7,75,806) | 24.63% | 0.89 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 7.81 Lac (7,81,318) | 25.51% | 0.88 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 7.87 Lac (7,86,830) | 26.4% | 0.89 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 7.92 Lac (7,92,342) | 27.28% | 0.88 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 7.98 Lac (7,97,854) | 28.17% | 0.89 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Almora District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 7.98 Lac (7,97,854), with a male population of 3.76 Lac (3,76,102) and a female population of 4.21 Lac (4,21,113). This reflects a total growth of 28.17% from Almora District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.99%.