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Haryana is the 18th most populous state of India and has a diverse population of many religions & communities. At the census 2011, out of 2.53 Crore population, around 2.21 crores (87.46%) have returned themselves as followers of the Hindu religion, 17.81 lakhs (7.03%) as Muslims or the followers of Islam, and 12.43 Lakhs (4.91%) as Sikhs. In addition, 0.17% Stated as no religion, & 0.45% are other religions.
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Religion-wise Population Percentage in Haryana
| # | Religion | Percentage % |
| 1 | Hindu | 87.46% |
| 2 | Muslim | 7.03% |
| 3 | Sikh | 4.91% |
| 4 | Jain | 0.21% |
| 5 | Christian | 0.20% |
| 6 | Buddhist | 0.03% |
| 7 | Other religions and persuasions | 0.01% |
| 8 | Religion not stated | 0.17% |
Source: Census 2011
Religion-wise Population in Haryana
| # | Religion | Population 2011 |
| 1 | Hindu | 2,21,71,128 |
| 2 | Muslim | 17,81,342 |
| 3 | Sikh | 12,43,752 |
| 4 | Jain | 52,613 |
| 5 | Christian | 50,353 |
| 6 | Buddhist | 7,514 |
| 7 | Other religions and persuasions | 2,548 |
| 8 | Religion not stated | 42,212 |
| Total | 2,53,51,462 |
Source: Census 2011
Religion in Haryana - Rural Population
| # | Religion | Rural Pop. 2011 | Percentage % |
| 1 | Hindu | 1,41,28,537 | 85.58% |
| 2 | Muslim | 14,24,576 | 8.63% |
| 3 | Sikh | 9,12,937 | 5.53% |
| 4 | Christian | 17,367 | 0.11% |
| 5 | Buddhist | 2,844 | 0.02% |
| 6 | Jain | 3,515 | 0.02% |
| 7 | Other religions and persuasions | 1,013 | 0.01% |
| 8 | Religion not stated | 18,570 | 0.11% |
| Total | 1,65,09,359 |
Source: Census 2011
Religion in Haryana - Urban Population
| # | Religion | Urban Pop. 2011 | Percentage % |
| 1 | Hindu | 80,42,591 | 90.96% |
| 2 | Muslim | 3,56,766 | 4.03% |
| 3 | Sikh | 3,30,815 | 3.74% |
| 4 | Jain | 49,098 | 0.56% |
| 5 | Christian | 32,986 | 0.37% |
| 6 | Buddhist | 4,670 | 0.05% |
| 7 | Other religions and persuasions | 1,535 | 0.02% |
| 8 | Religion not stated | 23,642 | 0.27% |
| Total | 88,42,103 |
Source: Census 2011
Haryana Caste-wise Population
| Caste | Population (%) |
| OBC* | 35% |
| Dalits (SCs) | 20.17% |
| Tribals (STs) | 0% |
| General | 45% |
*The government has not enumerated caste-wise populations other than SCs and STs in the 2011 Census. So, the OBC Percentage is not accurate & based on various estimates.
Caste-wise percentage in Haryana
When discussing the social composition of Haryana, it is important to clarify that any figures on caste distribution are based only on rough estimates from various unverified sources. These estimates suggest that the Jat community is one of the largest groups, potentially comprising around 20–22% of the population. Other major communities, each estimated to form about 5% to 8% of the population, include Jatavs/Ramdasias, Rajputs, Aroras, Brahmins, and Vaishyas/Banias/Agarwals.
Communities such as Valmikis, Yadavs, Gujars, Sainis, Khatris, Telis, Dhanuks, Lohars, Kumhars, Tarkhans, Arians, Nais, and Sonars are generally estimated to form around 1% to 3% each. In addition, there are over 100 smaller caste and community groups, each constituting less than 1% of the total population.
It is also important to note that while some castes are evenly distributed across the state, others—though smaller in overall percentage—form significant population concentrations in specific districts and regions.
Major Population Groups
| Main Sub-Group |
| Jat |
| Rajput |
| Jatav /Ramdasi |
| Arora |
| Brahmin |
| Vaishya/ Bania/Agarwal |
| Valmiki |
| Yadav |
| Gujar |
| Teli |
| Khatri |
| Dhanuk |
| Lohar |
| Kumhar |
| Tarkhan |
| Nai |
| Mali |
| Arain |
| Saini |
| Sonar |
*100+ other caste groups are on the list; they have a population of less than 0.5%
Haryana Population - Caste wise
| Caste | Population (%) |
| OBC* | 35% |
| Dalits (SCs) | 20.17% |
| Tribals (STs) | 0% |
| General | 45% |
*Govt has not enumerated caste-wise population other than SCs and STs in Census 2011. So OBC Percentage is not accurate & based on various estimates.
The estimated percentage of the main sub-group or caste population.
It may vary in actual numbers, figures, or accuracy as the government has not provided caste-wise population data other than for SCs and STs in the 2011 census. The figures are based on various estimates.
| # | Sub-Group | Estimate % |
| 1 | Jat | 20-22% |
| 2 | Rajput | 6-8% |
| 3 | Jatav /Ramdasi | 8.68% |
| 4 | Arora | 6% |
| 5 | Brahmin | 5-6% |
| 6 | Vaishya/ Bania/Agarwal | 4% |
| 7 | Valmiki | 3-4% |
| 8 | Yadav | 3-4% |
| 9 | Gujar | 3% |
| 10 | Teli | 2-3% |
| 11 | Khatri | 2-3% |
| 12 | Dhanuk | 2% |
| 13 | Lohar | 2% |
| 14 | Kumhar | 2% |
| 15 | Tarkhan | 1.5% |
| 16 | Nai | 1% |
| 17 | Mali | 1% |
| 18 | Arain | 1% |
| 19 | Saini | 1% |
| 20 | Sonar | 1% |
*100+ other caste groups are on the list, they have a population of less than 0.5%
Source: Joshua Project and various news articles
Please note that the Caste percentage and percentage provided above is for general information only. It should not be considered reliable as it is based on non-governmental studies and news reports, and may not be accurate or up-to-date.
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