Pithoragarh Population
As per the 2011 Census, Pithoragarh District has a population of 4.83 Lac (4,83,439) with 2.39 Lac (2,39,306) males and 2.44 Lac (2,44,133) females.The sex ratio in Pithoragarh is 1021, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Pithoragarh District is 63.29 k (63,293) which is 13.09% of Pithoragarh District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Pithoragarh District is 816 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Pithoragarh District is listed as part of UTTARAKHAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Pithoragarh Population Census 2011
- Pithoragarh 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
Pithoragarh Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Pithoragarh District current estimated population is projected to be 5.62 Lac (5,62,395), indicating a 16.33% increased from Pithoragarh's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 2.80 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.82 Lac.
Pithoragarh Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Pithoragarh District estimated population is projected to be 5.68 Lac (5,68,056), projecting a 17.5% increased from Pithoragarh's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 2.83 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.85 Lac.
Pithoragarh Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Pithoragarh District, with a total Hindu population of 4.75 Lac (4,75,105), accounting for 98.28% of the Pithoragarh District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.34 Lac (2,34,450), and the Hindu female population is around 2.41 Lac (2,40,655).
Pithoragarh Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Pithoragarh District, with a total Muslim population of 6.02 k (6,015), accounting for 1.24% of the Pithoragarh District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 3.62 k (3,617), and the Muslim female population is around 2.40 k (2,398).
Pithoragarh Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 4,75,105 | 98.28% |
| Muslim | 6,015 | 1.24% |
| Christian | 1,401 | 0.29% |
| Religion not stated | 430 | 0.09% |
| Sikh | 260 | 0.05% |
| Buddhist | 185 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 30 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 13 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPithoragarh Urban Population
The Urban population of Pithoragarh District is 69.61 k (69,605), with 36.38 k (36,376) being males and 33.23 k (33,229) being females, making up 14.4% of the Pithoragarh total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 914 females for every 1000 males.
Pithoragarh Rural Population
The Rural population of Pithoragarh District is 4.14 Lac (4,13,834), with 2.03 Lac (2,02,930) being males and 2.11 Lac (2,10,904) being females, making up 85.6% of the Pithoragarh total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1040 females for every 1000 males.
Pithoragarh Literacy Rate
Pithoragarh District has a literacy rate of 82.25% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Pithoragarh District is 92.75 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Pithoragarh District is 72.29 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Pithoragarh District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 91.97%, while in the rural regions of Pithoragarh District, it is around 80.59%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Pithoragarh
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82.25 | 92.75 | 72.29 |
| Urban Area | 91.97 | 94.87 | 88.88 |
| Rural Area | 80.59 | 92.36 | 69.64 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Pithoragarh
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 82.22 | 92.85 | 72.21 |
| Muslim | 81.27 | 85.24 | 75.06 |
| Christian | 92.52 | 96.29 | 88.51 |
| Religion not stated | 84.15 | 93.18 | 73.68 |
Pithoragarh Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Pithoragarh District is 1.20 Lac (1,20,378) with 60.11 k (60,111) males and 60.27 k (60,267) females, which is 24.9% of Pithoragarh District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1003 females for every 1000 males.
Pithoragarh Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Pithoragarh District is 19.54 k (19,535) with 9.56 k (9,558) males and 9.98 k (9,977) females, which is 4.04% of Pithoragarh District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1044 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Pithoragarh
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1021 |
| Urban Area | 914 |
| Rural Area | 1040 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Pithoragarh
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1027 |
| Muslim | 663 |
| Christian | 930 |
| Religion not stated | 870 |
Pithoragarh Area & Households
The Total Area of Pithoragarh District is 7,090 Square KM, with a population density of 68 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Pithoragarh District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Pithoragarh District are 1,675.The Total Number of households in Pithoragarh District are 1.15 Lac(1,14,730).
Pithoragarh Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Pithoragarh District, there are about 2.16 Lac (2,16,490) workers, making up nearly 44.78% of the Pithoragarh District total population. Out of these, around 1.14 Lac (1,13,539) are male workers, and about 1.03 Lac (1,02,951) are female workers.
Pithoragarh - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Pithoragarh district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,35,083, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 4,83,439 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 19.14% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 12.42%.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.
Pithoragarh District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,35,083 to 4,83,439.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 19.14%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.35 Lac | ---- | ---- | 68.36 k | 66.72 k |
| 1911 | 1.57 Lac | 21.46 k | 15.88504845 | 79.45 k | 77.09 k |
| 1921 | 1.58 Lac | 1.40 k | 0.895612012 | 79.00 k | 78.95 k |
| 1931 | 1.74 Lac | 15.77 k | 9.986514122 | 86.96 k | 86.75 k |
| 1941 | 2.05 Lac | 30.97 k | 17.82679776 | 1.02 Lac | 1.03 Lac |
| 1951 | 2.30 Lac | 25.50 k | 12.45627406 | 1.14 Lac | 1.16 Lac |
| 1961 | 2.74 Lac | 44.05 k | 19.13545921 | 1.34 Lac | 1.41 Lac |
| 1971 | 3.14 Lac | 39.52 k | 14.41183549 | 1.54 Lac | 1.59 Lac |
| 1981 | 3.65 Lac | 51.39 k | 16.3807144 | 1.80 Lac | 1.85 Lac |
| 1991 | 4.17 Lac | 51.51 k | 14.10578379 | 2.09 Lac | 2.07 Lac |
| 2001 | 4.62 Lac | 45.64 k | 10.95459706 | 2.28 Lac | 2.35 Lac |
| 2011 | 4.83 Lac | 21.15 k | 4.57506019 | 2.39 Lac | 2.44 Lac |
Pithoragarh - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5.62 Lac (5,62,395) | 16.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 5.68 Lac (5,68,056) | 17.5% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 5.73 Lac (5,73,383) | 18.6% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 5.78 Lac (5,78,425) | 19.65% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 5.83 Lac (5,83,466) | 20.69% | 1.04 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 5.89 Lac (5,88,556) | 21.74% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 5.94 Lac (5,93,597) | 22.79% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 5.98 Lac (5,98,211) | 23.74% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 6.02 Lac (6,02,492) | 24.63% | 0.89 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 6.07 Lac (6,06,773) | 25.51% | 0.88 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 6.11 Lac (6,11,053) | 26.4% | 0.89 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 6.15 Lac (6,15,334) | 27.28% | 0.88 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 6.20 Lac (6,19,615) | 28.17% | 0.89 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Pithoragarh District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 6.20 Lac (6,19,615), with a male population of 3.09 Lac (3,09,204) and a female population of 3.10 Lac (3,10,199). This reflects a total growth of 28.17% from Pithoragarh District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.99%.