Joshimath Population
As per the 2011 Census, Joshimath Tehsil has a population of 48.20 k (48,202) with 27.83 k (27,828) males and 20.37 k (20,374) females.The sex ratio in Joshimath is 733, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Joshimath Tehsil is 5.54 k (5,543) which is 11.5% of Joshimath Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Joshimath Tehsil is 915 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Joshimath Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Chamoli District in the state of UTTARAKHAND in India.
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Joshimath Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Joshimath Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 56.08 k (56,075), indicating a 16.33% increased from Joshimath 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 32.57 k, and the estimated female population is 23.55 k.
Joshimath Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Joshimath Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 56.64 k (56,639), projecting a 17.5% increased from Joshimath 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 32.91 k, and the estimated female population is 23.78 k.
Joshimath Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Joshimath Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 47.20 k (47,203), accounting for 97.93% of the Joshimath Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 27.10 k (27,096), and the Hindu female population is around 20.11 k (20,107).
Joshimath Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Joshimath Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 557 (557), accounting for 1.16% of the Joshimath Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 416 (416), and the Muslim female population is around 141 (141).
Joshimath Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 47,203 | 97.93% |
| Muslim | 557 | 1.16% |
| Sikh | 190 | 0.39% |
| Christian | 161 | 0.33% |
| Religion not stated | 52 | 0.11% |
| Buddhist | 31 | 0.06% |
| Jain | 4 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 4 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationJoshimath Urban Population
The Urban population of Joshimath Tehsil is 19.15 k (19,147), with 12.04 k (12,042) being males and 7.11 k (7,105) being females, making up 39.72% of the Joshimath total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 591 females for every 1000 males.
Joshimath Rural Population
The Rural population of Joshimath Tehsil is 29.06 k (29,055), with 15.79 k (15,786) being males and 13.27 k (13,269) being females, making up 60.28% of the Joshimath total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 841 females for every 1000 males.
Joshimath Literacy Rate
Joshimath Tehsil has a literacy rate of 87.11% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Joshimath Tehsil is 93.92 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Joshimath Tehsil is 77.52 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Joshimath Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 91.88%, while in the rural regions of Joshimath Tehsil, it is around 83.95%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Joshimath
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87.11 | 93.92 | 77.52 |
| Urban Area | 91.88 | 95.57 | 85.29 |
| Rural Area | 83.95 | 92.64 | 73.45 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Joshimath
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 87.1 | 94.06 | 77.46 |
| Muslim | 82.53 | 84.25 | 76.92 |
| Sikh | 98.84 | 99.26 | 97.22 |
| Christian | 91.28 | 91.67 | 90.24 |
Joshimath Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Joshimath Tehsil is 6.48 k (6,481) with 3.50 k (3,499) males and 2.98 k (2,982) females, which is 13.45% of Joshimath Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 853 females for every 1000 males.
Joshimath Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Joshimath Tehsil is 7.72 k (7,719) with 3.81 k (3,812) males and 3.91 k (3,907) females, which is 16.01% of Joshimath Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1025 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Joshimath
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 733 |
| Urban Area | 591 |
| Rural Area | 841 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Joshimath
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 743 |
| Muslim | 339 |
| Sikh | 293 |
| Christian | 451 |
Joshimath Area & Households
The Total Area of Joshimath Tehsil is 4,676.63 Square KM, with a population density of 10 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Joshimath Tehsil are 2 and the Total Number of Villages in Joshimath Tehsil are 99.The Total Number of households in Joshimath Tehsil are 12.36 k(12,358).
Joshimath Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Joshimath Tehsil, there are about 26.04 k (26,035) workers, making up nearly 54.01% of the Joshimath Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 17.85 k (17,850) are male workers, and about 8.19 k (8,185) are female workers.
Joshimath - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 56.08 k (56,075) | 16.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 56.64 k (56,639) | 17.5% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 57.17 k (57,170) | 18.6% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 57.67 k (57,673) | 19.65% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 58.18 k (58,176) | 20.69% | 1.04 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 58.68 k (58,683) | 21.74% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 59.19 k (59,186) | 22.79% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 59.65 k (59,646) | 23.74% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 60.07 k (60,073) | 24.63% | 0.89 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 60.50 k (60,500) | 25.51% | 0.88 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 60.93 k (60,926) | 26.4% | 0.89 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 61.35 k (61,353) | 27.28% | 0.88 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 61.78 k (61,780) | 28.17% | 0.89 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Joshimath Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 61.78 k (61,780), with a male population of 35.96 k (35,957) and a female population of 25.89 k (25,888). This reflects a total growth of 28.17% from Joshimath Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.99%.