Fatehpur district in south-central Uttar Pradesh had a population of 26,32,733 as per the 2011 Census, up from 21,99,840 in 2001, reflecting a decadal growth of about 19.7–21.5%. The district covers 4,152 sq km and has a population density of roughly 634 persons per sq km. The overall sex ratio stands at 901 females for every 1,000 males. The total literacy rate is 67.43%, with male literacy clearly higher than female literacy. Hindus form the overwhelming majority, Muslims are the largest minority, and the district remains largely rural with only a small share of the population living in urban areas.
Quick Overview — Fatehpur Census 2011
| Key Fact |
Figure (2011) |
| Total Population |
26,32,733 |
| Male Population |
13,84,722 |
| Female Population |
12,48,011 |
| Area |
4,152 sq km |
| Population Density |
634 persons/sq km |
| Sex Ratio |
901 |
| Overall Literacy Rate |
67.43% |
| Urban Population Share |
about 12.2% |
| Total Households |
4,72,238 |
| Number of Tehsils |
3 |
| Number of Villages |
1,521 |
| Number of Gram Panchayats |
840 |
- Fatehpur’s population grew to over 26.3 lakh in 2011, with nearly 2.5 lakh more people than in 2001.
- The district’s population density is moderate at a little over 600 persons per square kilometre.
- Around one in eight residents lives in urban areas, so the district is still predominantly rural.
- The overall literacy rate of 67.43% is close to the state average but masks a notable gender gap.
Population of Fatehpur
| Population Detail |
2011 Value |
2001 Value |
| Total Population |
26,32,733 |
21,99,840 |
| Male Population |
13,84,722 |
11,59,389 |
| Female Population |
12,48,011 |
10,40,451 |
| Decadal Growth (2001–2011) |
about 19.7–21.5% |
— |
| Population Density |
634 persons/sq km |
about 530 persons/sq km |
Historical Population Data
| Census Year |
Population |
Decadal Growth |
| 1901 | 10,30,000 | — |
| 1911 | 10,80,000 | 4.85% |
| 1921 | 10,40,000 | -3.70% |
| 1931 | 11,40,000 | 9.62% |
| 1941 | 12,80,000 | 12.28% |
| 1951 | 14,30,000 | 12.50% |
| 1961 | 16,30,000 | 13.99% |
| 1971 | 18,90,000 | 15.95% |
| 1981 | 21,40,000 | 13.23% |
| 1991 | 20,82,000 | -2.71% |
| 2001 | 21,99,840 | 5.66% |
| 2011 | 26,32,733 | about 19.7–21.5% |
Population Projections
| Year |
Estimated Population |
| 2025 |
30,80,000 |
| 2026 |
31,10,000 |
| 2027 |
31,40,000 |
Literacy Rate in Fatehpur
| Literacy Detail |
2011 Rate |
2001 Rate |
| Overall Literacy |
67.43% |
around 60% |
| Male Literacy |
around 77–78% |
around 70–71% |
| Female Literacy |
around 56–57% |
around 48–49% |
- Fatehpur’s overall literacy rate improved notably between 2001 and 2011.
- Male literacy continues to outpace female literacy by more than 20 percentage points.
- Urban pockets of the district generally show higher literacy levels than rural areas.
Sex Ratio and Child Population
| Category |
Figure |
| Overall Sex Ratio (females per 1000 males) |
901 |
| Child Sex Ratio (0–6 years) |
around 900–905 |
| Total Child Population (0–6 years) |
3,90,000 (approx.) |
| Male Children (0–6 years) |
2,05,000 (approx.) |
| Female Children (0–6 years) |
1,85,000 (approx.) |
| Children (0–6) as % of Total Population |
about 14.8% |
Religion-wise Population
| Religion |
Population |
Share of Total |
| Hindu |
22,74,674 |
86.40% |
| Muslim |
3,50,700 |
13.32% |
| Christian |
2,201 |
0.08% |
| Sikh |
402 |
0.02% |
| Buddhist |
350 |
0.01% |
| Jain |
199 |
0.01% |
| Other Religions |
47 |
0.00% |
| Religion Not Stated |
4,338 |
0.16% |
Fatehpur district is overwhelmingly Hindu, with Hindus forming more than 86% of the population. Muslims are the main minority group at just over 13%, while Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains and other smaller communities together account for a very small share. A small number of residents did not state their religion in the census.
SC and ST Population
| Caste Group
| Population |
Percentage of Total |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) |
about 5,50,000 |
about 21% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) |
negligible |
about 0.0–0.1% |
Urban and Rural Population
| Region |
Population |
Share of District |
| Rural Population |
23,13,000 (approx.) |
about 87.8% |
| Urban Population |
3,19,733 (approx.) |
about 12.2% |
| Household Detail |
Count |
| Total Households |
4,72,238 |
Workforce and Occupation
| Workforce Category |
Number of People |
| Total Workers |
about 10,60,000 |
| Male Workers |
about 7,10,000 |
| Female Workers |
about 3,50,000 |
| Main Workers |
about 7,50,000 |
| Marginal Workers |
about 3,10,000 |
| Non-Workers |
about 15,70,000 |
Administrative Divisions
| Administrative Unit |
Count |
| Tehsils / Sub-districts |
3 |
| Blocks |
13 |
| Inhabited Villages |
1,521 |
| Gram Panchayats |
840 |
Towns and Cities
| Town / City |
Remark |
| Fatehpur |
District headquarters and main urban centre |
| Bindki |
Important town in the district |
| Khaga |
Sub-divisional town |
Language Spoken
| Language |
Percentage / Remark |
| Hindi |
primary official and everyday language for the vast majority |
| Urdu |
used among a small minority, especially in Muslim communities |
Households
| Household Detail |
Count |
| Total Households |
4,72,238 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the population of Fatehpur district? — Fatehpur district has a population of 26,32,733 as per the 2011 Census.
- What is the sex ratio in Fatehpur? — The sex ratio in Fatehpur is 901 females for every 1,000 males.
- How many children (0–6 years) live in Fatehpur? — There are about 3,90,000 children in the 0–6 age group, forming nearly 14.8% of the population.
- What is the literacy rate of Fatehpur? — The overall literacy rate in Fatehpur is 67.43%, with male literacy around the high 70s and female literacy in the mid‑50s.
- What share of Fatehpur’s population lives in urban areas? — Roughly 12.2% of the district’s population lives in urban areas, while about 87.8% lives in rural areas.
- Which religion is followed by most people in Fatehpur? — Hinduism is the majority religion, followed by about 86.40% of the population.
- How many villages are there in Fatehpur district? — There are 1,521 villages in Fatehpur district.
- How many households are there in Fatehpur? — The district has 4,72,238 households according to the 2011 Census.