Jyotiba Phule Nagar (now Amroha) district in western Uttar Pradesh had a population of 18,40,221 as per the 2011 Census, up from 14,99,068 in 2001, giving a decadal growth rate of 22.76%. The district covers 2,249 sq km and has a relatively high population density of 818 persons per sq km. The overall sex ratio is about 910 females for every 1,000 males, and the average literacy rate is 65.09%, with male literacy at 70.98% and female literacy at 58.68%. Hindus form a bare majority at about 58%, while Muslims constitute a very large minority of around 41%, making the district religiously more balanced than most in Uttar Pradesh.
Quick Overview — Jyotiba Phule Nagar Census 2011
| Key Fact |
Figure (2011) |
| Total Population |
18,40,221 |
| Male Population |
9,63,449 |
| Female Population |
8,76,772 |
| Area |
2,249 sq km |
| Population Density |
818 persons/sq km |
| Decadal Growth (2001–2011) |
22.76% |
| Sex Ratio |
about 910 |
| Overall Literacy Rate |
65.09% |
| Male Literacy Rate |
70.98% |
| Female Literacy Rate |
58.68% |
| Hindu Population Share |
58.44% |
| Muslim Population Share |
40.78% |
- The district’s population grew by nearly 23% between 2001 and 2011, reaching more than 18.4 lakh residents.
- With 818 people per square kilometre, the area is considerably more crowded than the national average.
- The sex ratio is slightly below parity, reflecting a continued gender imbalance.
- Hindus form a slim majority, while Muslims make up over two‑fifths of the population, giving the district a mixed religious profile.
Population of Jyotiba Phule Nagar
| Population Detail |
2011 Value |
2001 Value |
| Total Population |
18,40,221 |
14,99,068 |
| Male Population |
9,63,449 |
7,95,228 |
| Female Population |
8,76,772 |
7,03,840 |
| Decadal Growth (2001–2011) |
22.76% |
29.71% |
| Population Density |
818 persons/sq km |
667 persons/sq km (approx.) |
Historical Population Data
| Census Year |
Population |
Decadal Growth |
| 1901 | about 6,30,000 | — |
| 1911 | about 6,80,000 | 7.94% |
| 1921 | about 6,60,000 | -2.94% |
| 1931 | about 7,40,000 | 12.12% |
| 1941 | about 8,30,000 | 12.16% |
| 1951 | about 9,30,000 | 12.05% |
| 1961 | about 10,60,000 | 13.98% |
| 1971 | about 12,20,000 | 15.09% |
| 1981 | about 13,80,000 | 13.11% |
| 1991 | about 15,40,000 | 11.59% |
| 2001 | 14,99,068 | -2.66% |
| 2011 | 18,40,221 | 22.76% |
Population Projections
| Year |
Estimated Population |
| 2021 |
21,90,000 |
| 2022 |
22,30,000 |
| 2023 |
22,60,000 |
| 2024 |
22,90,000 |
| 2025 |
23,10,000 |
| 2026 |
23,30,000 |
| 2027 |
23,50,000 |
Literacy Rate in Jyotiba Phule Nagar
| Literacy Detail |
2011 Rate |
2001 Rate (approx.) |
| Overall Literacy |
65.09% |
about 55–56% |
| Male Literacy |
70.98% |
around 63–64% |
| Female Literacy |
58.68% |
around 46–47% |
- Overall literacy improved by roughly 9–10 percentage points between 2001 and 2011.
- Male literacy is about 12 percentage points higher than female literacy, reflecting a persistent gender gap.
- Urban areas generally show better literacy indicators than the more agrarian rural belt.
Sex Ratio and Child Population
| Category |
Figure |
| Overall Sex Ratio (females per 1000 males) |
about 910 |
| Child Sex Ratio (0–6 years) |
about 910–915 (approx.) |
| Total Child Population (0–6 years) |
about 3,10,000 |
| Male Children (0–6 years) |
about 1,62,000 |
| Female Children (0–6 years) |
about 1,48,000 |
| Children (0–6) as % of Total Population |
around 17% |
Religion-wise Population
| Religion |
Population |
Share of Total |
| Hindu |
about 10,75,000 |
58.44% |
| Muslim |
about 7,50,000 |
40.78% |
| Christian |
about 5,900 |
0.32% |
| Sikh |
about 5,300 |
0.29% |
| Buddhist |
about 200 |
0.01% |
| Jain |
about 600 |
0.03% |
| Other Religions |
negligible |
0.00% |
| Religion Not Stated |
about 2,400 |
0.13% |
Jyotiba Phule Nagar has a distinctive religious balance: Hindus form a narrow majority at around three‑fifths of the population, while Muslims account for more than two‑fifths. Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists and Jains are present in very small numbers, and only a tiny fraction of residents did not state their religion. This mix makes the district one of the more religiously diverse areas in western Uttar Pradesh.
SC and ST Population
| Caste Group |
Population |
Percentage of Total |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) |
about 3,30,000 |
around 18% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) |
very small |
well under 1% |
Urban and Rural Population
| Region |
Population |
Share of District |
| Rural Population |
about 13,50,000 |
about 73–74% |
| Urban Population |
about 4,90,000 |
about 26–27% |
| Household Detail |
Count |
| Total Households |
about 3,10,000–3,20,000 |
Workforce and Occupation
| Workforce Category |
Number of People |
| Total Workers |
about 6,20,000 |
| Male Workers |
about 3,80,000 |
| Female Workers |
about 2,40,000 |
| Main Workers |
about 4,20,000 |
| Marginal Workers |
about 2,00,000 |
| Non-Workers |
about 12,20,000 |
Administrative Divisions
| Administrative Unit |
Count |
| Tehsils / Sub-districts |
3 |
| Villages |
about 600–650 |
| Urban Towns |
4 |
Towns and Cities
| Town / City |
Remark |
| Amroha |
District headquarters and major town |
| Gajraula |
Important industrial and commercial town |
| Dhanaura and Ujhari |
Smaller towns contributing to the district’s urban population |
Language Spoken
| Language |
Percentage / Remark |
| Hindi |
about 80.10% (principal language) |
| Urdu |
about 19.70% (widely used among Muslim communities) |
| Other Languages |
small fractions, including Punjabi and local dialects |
Households
| Household Detail |
Count |
| Total Households |
about 3,10,000–3,20,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the population of Jyotiba Phule Nagar district? — Jyotiba Phule Nagar has a population of 18,40,221 as per the 2011 Census.
- What is the sex ratio in Jyotiba Phule Nagar? — The sex ratio in Jyotiba Phule Nagar is about 910 females for every 1,000 males.
- What is the literacy rate of Jyotiba Phule Nagar? — The overall literacy rate is 65.09%, with male literacy at 70.98% and female literacy at 58.68%.
- How densely populated is Jyotiba Phule Nagar? — The district has a population density of 818 persons per square kilometre.
- Which religions are most common in Jyotiba Phule Nagar? — Hinduism is followed by 58.44% of residents and Islam by 40.78%.
- Is Jyotiba Phule Nagar the same as Amroha district? — Yes, the district was earlier called Jyotiba Phule Nagar and was later renamed Amroha.
- How many people live in rural areas of Jyotiba Phule Nagar? — Roughly three‑quarters of the population lives in rural areas, with the rest in towns.
- What languages are mainly spoken in Jyotiba Phule Nagar? — Hindi is the main language, and Urdu is also widely spoken.