Chamoli Population
As per the 2011 Census, Chamoli District has a population of 3.92 Lac (3,91,605) with 1.94 Lac (1,93,991) males and 1.98 Lac (1,97,614) females.The sex ratio in Chamoli is 1019, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Chamoli District is 52.16 k (52,161) which is 13.32% of Chamoli District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Chamoli District is 890 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Chamoli District is listed as part of UTTARAKHAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Chamoli Population Census 2011
- Chamoli 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
Chamoli Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Chamoli District current estimated population is projected to be 4.56 Lac (4,55,563), indicating a 16.33% increased from Chamoli's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 2.27 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.28 Lac.
Chamoli Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Chamoli District estimated population is projected to be 4.60 Lac (4,60,148), projecting a 17.5% increased from Chamoli's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 2.29 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.31 Lac.
Chamoli Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Chamoli District, with a total Hindu population of 3.86 Lac (3,85,818), accounting for 98.52% of the Chamoli District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.90 Lac (1,90,498), and the Hindu female population is around 1.95 Lac (1,95,320).
Chamoli Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Chamoli District, with a total Muslim population of 4.40 k (4,395), accounting for 1.12% of the Chamoli District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.64 k (2,638), and the Muslim female population is around 1.76 k (1,757).
Chamoli Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 3,85,818 | 98.52% |
| Muslim | 4,395 | 1.12% |
| Christian | 428 | 0.11% |
| Religion not stated | 417 | 0.11% |
| Sikh | 323 | 0.08% |
| Buddhist | 190 | 0.05% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 23 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 11 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationChamoli Urban Population
The Urban population of Chamoli District is 59.40 k (59,396), with 33.62 k (33,622) being males and 25.77 k (25,774) being females, making up 15.17% of the Chamoli total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 767 females for every 1000 males.
Chamoli Rural Population
The Rural population of Chamoli District is 3.32 Lac (3,32,209), with 1.60 Lac (1,60,369) being males and 1.72 Lac (1,71,840) being females, making up 84.83% of the Chamoli total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1072 females for every 1000 males.
Chamoli Literacy Rate
Chamoli District has a literacy rate of 82.65% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Chamoli District is 93.4 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Chamoli District is 72.32 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Chamoli District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 91.99%, while in the rural regions of Chamoli District, it is around 80.94%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Chamoli
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82.65 | 93.4 | 72.32 |
| Urban Area | 91.99 | 95.63 | 87.2 |
| Rural Area | 80.94 | 92.91 | 70.08 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Chamoli
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 82.67 | 93.55 | 72.29 |
| Muslim | 79.8 | 83.45 | 74 |
| Christian | 89.21 | 91.14 | 86.01 |
| Religion not stated | 81.74 | 85.64 | 76.26 |
Chamoli Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Chamoli District is 79.32 k (79,317) with 39.72 k (39,718) males and 39.60 k (39,599) females, which is 20.25% of Chamoli District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 998 females for every 1000 males.
Chamoli Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Chamoli District is 12.26 k (12,260) with 6.02 k (6,021) males and 6.24 k (6,239) females, which is 3.13% of Chamoli District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1037 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Chamoli
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1019 |
| Urban Area | 767 |
| Rural Area | 1072 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Chamoli
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1026 |
| Muslim | 667 |
| Christian | 603 |
| Religion not stated | 696 |
Chamoli Area & Households
The Total Area of Chamoli District is 8,030 Square KM, with a population density of 49 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Chamoli District are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Chamoli District are 1,246.The Total Number of households in Chamoli District are 88.96 k(88,964).
Chamoli Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Chamoli District, there are about 1.81 Lac (1,80,940) workers, making up nearly 46.2% of the Chamoli District total population. Out of these, around 93.83 k (93,832) are male workers, and about 87.11 k (87,108) are female workers.
Chamoli - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Chamoli district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,02,602, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 3,91,605 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 24.15% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 13.16%.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.
Chamoli District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,02,602 to 3,91,605.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 24.15%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.03 Lac | ---- | ---- | 50.50 k | 52.11 k |
| 1911 | 1.15 Lac | 12.00 k | 11.69275453 | 56.28 k | 58.32 k |
| 1921 | 1.16 Lac | 1.33 k | 1.156205552 | 55.64 k | 60.29 k |
| 1931 | 1.28 Lac | 11.64 k | 10.03674821 | 61.64 k | 65.92 k |
| 1941 | 1.44 Lac | 16.30 k | 12.77996849 | 69.28 k | 74.58 k |
| 1951 | 1.53 Lac | 8.96 k | 6.229624429 | 73.07 k | 79.76 k |
| 1961 | 1.83 Lac | 29.78 k | 19.48855866 | 87.42 k | 95.19 k |
| 1971 | 2.14 Lac | 31.02 k | 16.9890365 | 1.05 Lac | 1.09 Lac |
| 1981 | 2.65 Lac | 51.59 k | 24.14793872 | 1.31 Lac | 1.34 Lac |
| 1991 | 3.25 Lac | 60.03 k | 22.63475808 | 1.64 Lac | 1.61 Lac |
| 2001 | 3.70 Lac | 45.11 k | 13.87007413 | 1.84 Lac | 1.87 Lac |
| 2011 | 3.92 Lac | 21.25 k | 5.736596114 | 1.94 Lac | 1.98 Lac |
Chamoli - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 4.56 Lac (4,55,563) | 16.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 4.60 Lac (4,60,148) | 17.5% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 4.64 Lac (4,64,463) | 18.6% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 4.69 Lac (4,68,547) | 19.65% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 4.73 Lac (4,72,631) | 20.69% | 1.04 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 4.77 Lac (4,76,754) | 21.74% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 4.81 Lac (4,80,838) | 22.79% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 4.85 Lac (4,84,575) | 23.74% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 4.88 Lac (4,88,043) | 24.63% | 0.89 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 4.92 Lac (4,91,510) | 25.51% | 0.88 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 4.95 Lac (4,94,978) | 26.4% | 0.89 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 4.98 Lac (4,98,445) | 27.28% | 0.88 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 5.02 Lac (5,01,913) | 28.17% | 0.89 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Chamoli District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 5.02 Lac (5,01,913), with a male population of 2.51 Lac (2,50,653) and a female population of 2.51 Lac (2,51,091). This reflects a total growth of 28.17% from Chamoli District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.13%.