Garhwal Population
As per the 2011 Census, Garhwal District has a population of 6.87 Lac (6,87,271) with 3.27 Lac (3,26,829) males and 3.60 Lac (3,60,442) females.The sex ratio in Garhwal is 1103, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Garhwal District is 83.90 k (83,901) which is 12.21% of Garhwal District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Garhwal District is 905 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Garhwal District is listed as part of UTTARAKHAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Garhwal Population Census 2011
- Garhwal 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
Garhwal Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Garhwal District current estimated population is projected to be 8.00 Lac (7,99,518), indicating a 16.33% increased from Garhwal's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.83 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.17 Lac.
Garhwal Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Garhwal District estimated population is projected to be 8.08 Lac (8,07,564), projecting a 17.5% increased from Garhwal's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.87 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.21 Lac.
Garhwal Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Garhwal District, with a total Hindu population of 6.61 Lac (6,60,507), accounting for 96.11% of the Garhwal District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 3.12 Lac (3,11,931), and the Hindu female population is around 3.49 Lac (3,48,576).
Garhwal Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Garhwal District, with a total Muslim population of 22.93 k (22,931), accounting for 3.34% of the Garhwal District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 12.89 k (12,893), and the Muslim female population is around 10.04 k (10,038).
Garhwal Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 6,60,507 | 96.11% |
| Muslim | 22,931 | 3.34% |
| Christian | 2,161 | 0.31% |
| Religion not stated | 732 | 0.11% |
| Sikh | 619 | 0.09% |
| Jain | 212 | 0.03% |
| Buddhist | 58 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 51 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGarhwal Urban Population
The Urban population of Garhwal District is 1.13 Lac (1,12,703), with 58.80 k (58,800) being males and 53.90 k (53,903) being females, making up 16.4% of the Garhwal total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 917 females for every 1000 males.
Garhwal Rural Population
The Rural population of Garhwal District is 5.75 Lac (5,74,568), with 2.68 Lac (2,68,029) being males and 3.07 Lac (3,06,539) being females, making up 83.6% of the Garhwal total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1144 females for every 1000 males.
Garhwal Literacy Rate
Garhwal District has a literacy rate of 82.02% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Garhwal District is 92.71 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Garhwal District is 72.6 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Garhwal District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 90.36%, while in the rural regions of Garhwal District, it is around 80.37%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Garhwal
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82.02 | 92.71 | 72.6 |
| Urban Area | 90.36 | 93.91 | 86.51 |
| Rural Area | 80.37 | 92.43 | 70.15 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Garhwal
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 82.38 | 93.47 | 72.74 |
| Muslim | 70.1 | 74 | 64.97 |
| Christian | 91.28 | 95.68 | 87.11 |
| Religion not stated | 82.26 | 90.03 | 72.47 |
Garhwal Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Garhwal District is 1.22 Lac (1,22,361) with 59.84 k (59,842) males and 62.52 k (62,519) females, which is 17.8% of Garhwal District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1045 females for every 1000 males.
Garhwal Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Garhwal District is 2.22 k (2,215) with 1.17 k (1,174) males and 1.04 k (1,041) females, which is 0.32% of Garhwal District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 887 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Garhwal
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1103 |
| Urban Area | 917 |
| Rural Area | 1144 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Garhwal
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1118 |
| Muslim | 779 |
| Christian | 1007 |
| Religion not stated | 830 |
Garhwal Area & Households
The Total Area of Garhwal District is 5,329 Square KM, with a population density of 129 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Garhwal District are 8 and the Total Number of Villages in Garhwal District are 3,473.The Total Number of households in Garhwal District are 1.62 Lac(1,61,778).
Garhwal Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Garhwal District, there are about 2.74 Lac (2,74,152) workers, making up nearly 39.89% of the Garhwal District total population. Out of these, around 1.47 Lac (1,47,373) are male workers, and about 1.27 Lac (1,26,779) are female workers.
Garhwal - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Garhwal district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,75,269, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 6,87,271 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 15.46% 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 8.81%.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.
Garhwal District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,75,269 to 6,87,271.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 15.46%.
- 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 | 2.75 Lac | ---- | ---- | 1.35 Lac | 1.40 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.07 Lac | 32.19 k | 11.69219927 | 1.51 Lac | 1.56 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.11 Lac | 3.56 k | 1.156270532 | 1.49 Lac | 1.62 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.42 Lac | 31.22 k | 10.03765164 | 1.65 Lac | 1.77 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.86 Lac | 43.74 k | 12.77982158 | 1.86 Lac | 2.00 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.10 Lac | 24.04 k | 6.229612683 | 1.92 Lac | 2.18 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.67 Lac | 57.25 k | 13.96244454 | 2.16 Lac | 2.51 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.35 Lac | 67.89 k | 14.52892859 | 2.53 Lac | 2.83 Lac |
| 1981 | 6.18 Lac | 82.75 k | 15.46340123 | 2.95 Lac | 3.22 Lac |
| 1991 | 6.71 Lac | 52.97 k | 8.57221003 | 3.26 Lac | 3.45 Lac |
| 2001 | 6.97 Lac | 26.22 k | 3.908272826 | 3.31 Lac | 3.66 Lac |
| 2011 | 6.87 Lac | -9.81 k | -1.406872689 | 3.27 Lac | 3.60 Lac |
Garhwal - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8.00 Lac (7,99,518) | 16.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 8.08 Lac (8,07,564) | 17.5% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 8.15 Lac (8,15,137) | 18.6% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 8.22 Lac (8,22,305) | 19.65% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 8.29 Lac (8,29,472) | 20.69% | 1.04 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 8.37 Lac (8,36,708) | 21.74% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 8.44 Lac (8,43,875) | 22.79% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 8.50 Lac (8,50,434) | 23.74% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 8.57 Lac (8,56,520) | 24.63% | 0.89 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 8.63 Lac (8,62,605) | 25.51% | 0.88 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 8.69 Lac (8,68,691) | 26.4% | 0.89 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 8.75 Lac (8,74,777) | 27.28% | 0.88 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 8.81 Lac (8,80,862) | 28.17% | 0.89 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Garhwal District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 8.81 Lac (8,80,862), with a male population of 4.22 Lac (4,22,291) and a female population of 4.58 Lac (4,57,982). This reflects a total growth of 28.17% from Garhwal District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.99%.