Ajmer is one of the oldest and most important cities in the state of Rajasthan. Located near the Aravalli mountain range, Ajmer is widely known for the revered Ajmer Sharif Dargah, which attracts millions of pilgrims every year.
Ajmer has been selected under the Government of India’s Smart Cities Mission and is also recognized as a heritage city due to its historical and cultural importance. As per Census 2011, the population of Ajmer City was 542,321 (5.42 lakh). Based on current growth trends, the estimated population of Ajmer in 2026 is around 7 lakh.
Ajmer City Census 2011
| Particulars | Census 2011 |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 542,321 (5.42 lakh) |
| Male Population | 278,545 |
| Female Population | 263,776 |
| Area | 55.76 sq. km |
| Population Density | 9,725 per sq. km |
| Children (0–6 years) | 60,992 |
| Average Literacy Rate | 86.52% |
| Male Literacy | 92.08% |
| Female Literacy | 80.69% |
| Sex Ratio | 947 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 886 |
Source: Census of India 2011
Key Takeaways
Ajmer had a population of 5.42 lakh in 2011.
It is one of Rajasthan’s major religious and heritage cities.
Literacy rate stood at 86.52%.
The sex ratio was 947 females per 1000 males, higher than many major Rajasthan cities.
Children (0–6 years) formed 11.23% of the total population.
Population growth during 2001–2011 was 10.56%.
Ajmer Historical Population
As per Census 2011, Ajmer has a population growth rate of 10.56% during 2001-2011. It’s expected to have a population growth rate of 11% during 2011-2021.
Let’s look at population & percentage change from 1901 to 2021
| Year | Population | Actual Change | Percentage Change |
| 1901 | 73,839 | – | – |
| 1911 | 86,222 | 12,383 | 16.77% |
| 1921 | 113,512 | 27,290 | 31.65% |
| 1931 | 119,524 | 6,012 | 5.30% |
| 1941 | 147,258 | 27,734 | 23.20% |
| 1951 | 196,633 | 49,375 | 33.53% |
| 1961 | 231,240 | 34,607 | 17.60% |
| 1971 | 264,291 | 33,051 | 14.29% |
| 1981 | 375,593 | 111,302 | 42.11% |
| 1991 | 402,700 | 27,107 | 7.22% |
| 2001 | 490,520 | 87,820 | 21.81% |
| 2011 | 542,321 | 51,801 | 10.56% |
| 2021 | 604,000 | 62,679 | 11.37% |
Sources: Census 2011
Ajmer District Population
Ajmer district covers an area of 8,481 sq. km and is an important administrative region of Rajasthan.
As per Census 2011, the population of Ajmer District was 2,583,052 (25.83 lakh). Based on growth trends, the estimated population of Ajmer District in 2026 is around 30 lakh.
Census 2011 Data
| Particulars | Census 2011 |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,583,052 (25.83 lakh) |
| Male Population | 1,324,085 |
| Female Population | 1,258,967 |
| Literacy Rate | 69.33% |
| Sex Ratio | 951 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 901 |
Religion in Ajmer District
Ajmer District has a religiously diverse population, with Hinduism forming the majority and Islam representing a significant minority due to the presence of the Ajmer Sharif shrine.
| Religion | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Hinduism | 85.23% |
| Islam | 12.16% |
| Jainism | 1.77% |
| Christianity | 0.41% |
| Other or Not Stated | 0.43% |
Source: Census of India 2011
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