Junagadh District Population 2011–2025: Religion | Sex Ratio | Literacy
Quick Overview of Junagadh District Census 2021
- Population (2021 projection): 3,020,000
- Estimated Population (2025): 3,195,142
- Total Population (2011 Census): 2,743,082
- Area: 8,831 sq km
- Density (2011): 311 persons/sq km
- Urbanization (2011): 33.04% urban, 66.96% rural
- Literacy Rate (2011): 75.80% (Male: 84.38%, Female: 66.86%)
- Sex Ratio (2011): 953 females/1000 males; Child Sex Ratio: 907
- SC/ST Composition: Data not directly stated, but historic records available
- Main Cities: Junagadh (Municipal Corp), Veraval
- Total Towns: Several main cities and towns, full list below
Historic Population Growth (2001–2025)
| Year | Actual Population | Growth (%) | Male | Female | Sex Ratio | Density | Area (km2) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 2,448,173 | 17.07% | 1,252,350 | 1,195,823 | 955 | 277 | 8,846 |
| 2011 | 2,743,082 | 12.05% | 1,404,356 | 1,338,726 | 953 | 311 | 8,831 |
| 2021 | 3,020,000 | — | — | — | — | — | 8,831 |
| 2025 | 3,195,142 | — | 1,635,794 | 1,559,348 | — | — | 8,831 |
Population Projections till 2031
| Year | Projected Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,020,000 |
| 2022 | 3,050,000 |
| 2023 | 3,070,000 |
| 2024 | 3,090,000 |
| 2025 | 3,100,000 |
| 2026 | 3,120,000 |
| 2027 | 3,130,000 |
| 2028 | 3,140,000 |
| 2029 | 3,150,000 |
| 2030 | 3,160,000 |
| 2031 | 3,160,000 |
Religion-wise Population (2011 and 2025 Estimate)
| Religion | Population in 2011 | Percentage | Estimated Population in 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 2,397,056 | 87.39% | 2,792,091 |
| Muslim | 334,858 | 12.21% | 390,043 |
| Christian | 2,586 | 0.09% | 3,012 |
| Sikh | 1,110 | 0.04% | 1,293 |
| Buddhist | 1,291 | 0.05% | 1,504 |
| Jain | 3,841 | 0.14% | 4,474 |
| Not Stated | 2,263 | 0.08% | 2,636 |
| Others | 77 | 0.00% | 90 |
| Total | 2,743,082 | 100.00% | 3,195,142 |
Sex Ratio & Literacy Rate Overview
- Sex Ratio (2011): 953 females per 1000 males
- Child Sex Ratio (2011): 907 girls per 1000 boys
- Literacy Rate: 75.80%
- Male Literacy: 84.38%
- Female Literacy: 66.86%
Urban vs Rural Population Breakdown (2011)
| Region | Population | Male | Female | Sex Ratio | Child Sex Ratio | Child Population (0-6) | Literacy Rate | Male Literacy | Female Literacy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rural | 1,836,670 | 940,271 | 896,399 | 953 | 913 | 213,972 | 72.61% | 82.23% | 62.57% |
| Urban | 906,412 | 464,085 | 442,327 | 953 | 894 | 97,958 | 82.21% | 88.70% | 75.46% |
Child Population (0-6 Age)
| Total | Male | Female | Proportion (%) | Child Sex Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 311,930 | 163,535 | 148,395 | 11.37% | 907 |
Major Cities & Towns (2011 & 2025 Projection)
| City Name | Population (2011) | Estimated Population (2025) | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junagadh (Municipal Corporation) | 319,462 | 372,109 | 169,116 | 150,346 |
| Veraval (Municipality) | 154,636 | 180,120 | 79,563 | 74,917 |
| Veraval (Urban Agglomeration) | 185,797 | — | 94,563 | 91,234 |
Rural/Urban Regions & Stats (2011)
- Rural Population: 1,836,670 (66.96%)
- Urban Population: 906,412 (33.04%)
- Density: 311 persons/sq km
- Total Area: 8,831 sq km
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q1: What is Junagadh's estimated population for 2025?
- A: About 3,195,000.
- Q2: What is the literacy rate?
- A: 75.80% overall (Male: 84.38%, Female: 66.86%).
- Q3: What is the child population (0-6 age)?
- A: 311,930 children as of 2011.
- Q4: Main cities in Junagadh district?
- A: Junagadh, Veraval.