Dehradun Population
As per the 2011 Census, Dehradun District has a population of 16.97 Lac (16,96,694) with 8.92 Lac (8,92,199) males and 8.04 Lac (8,04,495) females.The sex ratio in Dehradun is 902, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Dehradun District is 2.02 Lac (2,01,652) which is 11.88% of Dehradun District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Dehradun District is 890 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Dehradun District is listed as part of UTTARAKHAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Dehradun Population Census 2011
- Dehradun 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
Dehradun Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Dehradun District current estimated population is projected to be 19.74 Lac (19,73,801), indicating a 16.33% increased from Dehradun's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 10.44 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.30 Lac.
Dehradun Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Dehradun District estimated population is projected to be 19.94 Lac (19,93,666), projecting a 17.5% increased from Dehradun's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 10.55 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.39 Lac.
Dehradun Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Dehradun District, with a total Hindu population of 14.25 Lac (14,24,916), accounting for 83.98% of the Dehradun District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.48 Lac (7,47,584), and the Hindu female population is around 6.77 Lac (6,77,332).
Dehradun Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Dehradun District, with a total Muslim population of 2.02 Lac (2,02,057), accounting for 11.91% of the Dehradun District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.07 Lac (1,07,449), and the Muslim female population is around 94.61 k (94,608).
Dehradun Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 14,24,916 | 83.98% |
| Muslim | 2,02,057 | 11.91% |
| Sikh | 36,454 | 2.15% |
| Christian | 13,416 | 0.79% |
| Buddhist | 11,778 | 0.69% |
| Jain | 5,117 | 0.3% |
| Religion not stated | 2,739 | 0.16% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 217 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDehradun Urban Population
The Urban population of Dehradun District is 9.42 Lac (9,41,941), with 4.99 Lac (4,99,308) being males and 4.43 Lac (4,42,633) being females, making up 55.52% of the Dehradun total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 887 females for every 1000 males.
Dehradun Rural Population
The Rural population of Dehradun District is 7.55 Lac (7,54,753), with 3.93 Lac (3,92,891) being males and 3.62 Lac (3,61,862) being females, making up 44.48% of the Dehradun total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 922 females for every 1000 males.
Dehradun Literacy Rate
Dehradun District has a literacy rate of 84.25% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Dehradun District is 89.4 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Dehradun District is 78.54 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Dehradun District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.27%, while in the rural regions of Dehradun District, it is around 79.08%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Dehradun
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84.25 | 89.4 | 78.54 |
| Urban Area | 88.27 | 92.15 | 83.91 |
| Rural Area | 79.08 | 85.82 | 71.78 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Dehradun
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 85.7 | 90.96 | 79.92 |
| Muslim | 71.26 | 76.95 | 64.71 |
| Sikh | 89.99 | 92.78 | 86.94 |
| Christian | 93.23 | 94.46 | 92.03 |
Dehradun Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Dehradun District is 2.29 Lac (2,28,901) with 1.20 Lac (1,20,430) males and 1.08 Lac (1,08,471) females, which is 13.49% of Dehradun District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 901 females for every 1000 males.
Dehradun Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Dehradun District is 1.12 Lac (1,11,663) with 58.26 k (58,264) males and 53.40 k (53,399) females, which is 6.58% of Dehradun District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 917 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Dehradun
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 902 |
| Urban Area | 887 |
| Rural Area | 922 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Dehradun
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 907 |
| Muslim | 881 |
| Sikh | 910 |
| Christian | 1016 |
Dehradun Area & Households
The Total Area of Dehradun District is 3,088 Square KM, with a population density of 549 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Dehradun District are 22 and the Total Number of Villages in Dehradun District are 748.The Total Number of households in Dehradun District are 3.47 Lac(3,47,001).
Dehradun Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Dehradun District, there are about 5.83 Lac (5,82,768) workers, making up nearly 34.35% of the Dehradun District total population. Out of these, around 4.59 Lac (4,58,834) are male workers, and about 1.24 Lac (1,23,934) are female workers.
Dehradun - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Dehradun district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,77,465, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 16,96,694 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1951. The growth rate of 36.08% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 23.29%.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.
Dehradun District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,77,465 to 16,96,694.
- The year 1951 stands out with a growth rate of 36.08%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.77 Lac | ---- | ---- | 1.02 Lac | 75.09 k |
| 1911 | 2.05 Lac | 27.07 k | 15.25314851 | 1.21 Lac | 83.96 k |
| 1921 | 2.12 Lac | 7.34 k | 3.590112157 | 1.28 Lac | 83.91 k |
| 1931 | 2.30 Lac | 17.97 k | 8.482751785 | 1.37 Lac | 92.50 k |
| 1941 | 2.66 Lac | 35.94 k | 15.63454427 | 1.62 Lac | 1.04 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.62 Lac | 95.90 k | 36.08278841 | 2.11 Lac | 1.51 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.29 Lac | 67.33 k | 18.61405793 | 2.43 Lac | 1.86 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.77 Lac | 1.48 Lac | 34.56577175 | 3.26 Lac | 2.51 Lac |
| 1981 | 7.62 Lac | 1.84 Lac | 31.93488375 | 4.20 Lac | 3.41 Lac |
| 1991 | 10.26 Lac | 2.64 Lac | 34.66221503 | 5.56 Lac | 4.69 Lac |
| 2001 | 12.82 Lac | 2.56 Lac | 25.00431422 | 6.80 Lac | 6.03 Lac |
| 2011 | 16.97 Lac | 4.15 Lac | 32.33266492 | 8.92 Lac | 8.04 Lac |
Dehradun - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 19.74 Lac (19,73,801) | 16.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 19.94 Lac (19,93,666) | 17.5% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 20.12 Lac (20,12,362) | 18.6% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 20.30 Lac (20,30,057) | 19.65% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 20.48 Lac (20,47,752) | 20.69% | 1.04 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 20.66 Lac (20,65,614) | 21.74% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 20.83 Lac (20,83,308) | 22.79% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 21.00 Lac (20,99,501) | 23.74% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 21.15 Lac (21,14,525) | 24.63% | 0.89 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 21.30 Lac (21,29,548) | 25.51% | 0.88 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 21.45 Lac (21,44,572) | 26.4% | 0.89 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 21.60 Lac (21,59,596) | 27.28% | 0.88 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 21.75 Lac (21,74,620) | 28.17% | 0.89 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Dehradun District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 21.75 Lac (21,74,620), with a male population of 11.53 Lac (11,52,797) and a female population of 10.22 Lac (10,22,201). This reflects a total growth of 28.17% from Dehradun District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.13%.