The Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand had a population of 483,439 approx. in 2011 and it is expected to grow steadily to reach a population of 507,500 by 2025. It has an area of 7,090 sq km and population density of 68 persons per sq km. The sex ratio is close to 1020 females per 1000 males and the literacy rate is around 82.25%. The child sex ratio is 816 girls per 1000 boys. The major religion Hindu accounts for 98.28% and Hindi is the main language spoken by 96.08%. The district population is 14.40% urban and 85.60% rural, and Scheduled Caste accounts for 24.90% of the total population. There are a total of 114,730 households in the district.
Quick Overview of District Census 2021
| Main Parameters |
Census Statistical Value |
| Actual Population Index |
483,439 |
| Average Literacy Ratio |
82.25% |
| General Sex Ratio |
1020 |
| Total Count of Households |
114,730 |
Historic Census Data and Growth Rates
| Census Timeline |
Total Population Counts |
Decadal Growth Rate |
| 1991 Census |
416,647 |
11.25% |
| 2001 Census |
462,289 |
10.95% |
| 2011 Census |
483,439 |
4.58% |
- Population: steady small gains seen
- Growth percentage: fell under five percent
- Decadal pattern: expansion speed has slowed
Population Projections for the District
| Projection Target Year |
Projected Population Figure |
| 2021 Projected Year |
502,200 |
| 2024 Projected Year |
506,500 |
| 2025 Projected Year |
507,500 |
Gender Wise Demographics and Child Population
| Population Group Category |
Male Count |
Female Count |
Total Combined Group |
| General Population |
239,306 |
244,133 |
483,439 |
| Child Records (0-6 Age) |
34,853 |
28,440 |
63,293 |
| Houseless Population Base |
231 |
193 |
424 |
- Child status: 816 girls per 1000 boys
- Child share: thirteen percent of district
- Houseless count: around 105 families lack shelter
Detailed Literacy and Educational Levels
| Literacy Category |
Total Literates Count |
Calculated Literacy Rate |
| Male Literacy Standard |
189,623 |
92.75% |
| Female Literacy Standard |
155,927 |
72.29% |
| District Average Line |
345,550 |
82.25% |
Religious Composition and Statistics
| Religious Affiliation |
Total Population Base |
Percentage Proportion |
| Hindu |
475,105 |
98.28% |
| Muslim |
6,015 |
1.24% |
| Christian |
1,401 |
0.29% |
| Sikh |
260 |
0.05% |
| Buddhist |
185 |
0.04% |
| Jain |
13 |
0.00% |
| Others / Not Stated |
460 |
0.10% |
Social Stratification and Caste Balance
| Social Group Category |
Total Population Count |
Percentage Proportion |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) |
120,378 |
24.90% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) |
19,535 |
4.04% |
Languages Spoken and Linguistic Division
| Main Local Dialect |
Total Speakers |
Percentage Proportion |
| Hindi Language |
464,488 |
96.08% |
| Nepali Language |
7,251 |
1.50% |
| Halam Language |
5,607 |
1.16% |
Urban and Rural Sector Dynamics
| Sector Location Type |
Total Population Count |
Percentage Share |
| Rural Village Areas |
414,267 |
85.60% |
| Urban Town Centers |
69,172 |
14.40% |
- Rural areas: cover eighty-five percent space
- Urban centers: account for fourteen percent
- Living patterns: heavy focus on village communities
Workforce Classification and Participation
| Labour Category |
Total Workers Count |
Percentage Work Share |
| Cultivators Group |
134,223 |
63.44% |
| Agricultural Labourers |
5,311 |
2.51% |
| Household Industries |
4,890 |
2.31% |
| Other Diverse Workers |
66,134 |
31.26% |
Administrative Structure and Sub-Districts
| Sub-District Name |
Census Tehsil Code |
Administrative Type |
| Pithoragarh |
00320 |
Tehsil Division |
| Dharchula |
00316 |
Tehsil Division |
| Munsiari |
00317 |
Tehsil Division |
| Didihat |
00318 |
Tehsil Division |
| Berinag |
00319 |
Tehsil Division |
| Gangolihat |
00321 |
Tehsil Division |
City and Major Town Inventory
| Town Name Location |
Local Governance Status |
Total Settled Population |
| Pithoragarh |
Nagar Palika Parishad |
56,044 |
| Dharchula |
Nagar Panchayat |
7,039 |
| Didihat |
Nagar Panchayat |
6,522 |
Village and Area Density Metrics
| Geographical Parameter |
Recorded Count Values |
| Total Land Area Size |
7,090 Sq Km |
| Total Count of Villages |
1,675 Villages |
| Total Statutory Towns |
3 Towns |
| Calculated Population Density |
68 persons per Sq Km |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Question: What was the total literacy rate of the district in 2011? Simple answer: The total literacy rate was 82.25%.
- Question: How many households exist in the region? Simple answer: There are 114,730 households in total.
- Question: Which religion holds the majority share? Simple answer: Hinduism holds the majority with 98.28% share.
- Question: What is the registered child sex ratio? Simple answer: It stands at 816 girls per 1000 boys.
- Question: How many sub-districts manage the area? Simple answer: Six main tehsils split the local administration.