Ahmedabad is the largest city in the state of Gujarat and one of the major urban centers in western India. According to Census 2011, it is the fifth-most populous city in India and an important hub of trade, industry, and education.
As per provisional Census 2011 data, Ahmedabad had a population of 5,577,940 (55.77 lakh). Due to rapid urbanization and infrastructure development, the city has continued to grow steadily over the past decade. Based on past growth trends, the estimated population of Ahmedabad in 2026 is around 80 lakh (8 million).
👉 Projected Population of Ahmedabad (2026): ~80 lakh (8 million).
Ahmedabad Population Growth (2011–2026)
| Category | Census 2011 | 2026 Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,577,940 | 80 Lakh |
| Male Population | 2,938,985 | 42 Lakh |
| Female Population | 2,638,955 | 38 Lakh |
| Population Density | 11,000/sq km | — |
| Literacy Rate | 88.29% | — |
| Sex Ratio | 898 | — |
| Child Sex Ratio | 848 | — |
Source: Census 2011
Ahmedabad Metropolitan (Urban Agglomeration) Population
Ahmedabad Urban Agglomeration (UA) includes Ahmedabad city, Gandhinagar, and nearby towns such as Kalol. It is one of the largest metropolitan regions in western India.
As per Census 2011, the Ahmedabad Metropolitan Area had a population of 63.58 lakh. By 2023, it was estimated to have crossed 80 lakh, and it continues to expand rapidly.
Also read about Ahmedabad District Population
Key Takeaways
Ahmedabad is the largest city in Gujarat and the 5th most populous city in India (Census 2011).
As per Census 2011, the city had a population of 55.78 lakh, with a literacy rate of 88.29%.
The city recorded a strong growth rate of 24.79% during 2001–2011, showing steady urban expansion.
Hinduism is the dominant religion, followed by Islam and Jainism.
Projected Population of Ahmedabad (2026): ~80 lakh (8 million).
Religion in Ahmedabad
The majority of people in Ahmedabad city follow Hinduism, accounting for 81.56% of the total population. Islam is the second most popular religion with approximately 13.51% of the population. Jainism is followed by 3.62%, Christianity by 0.85%, Sikhism by 0.24%, and Buddhism by 0.08%. About 0.04% of the population stated that they follow ‘Other Religion’, and approximately 0.12% stated that they have ‘No Particular Religion’.
Religion percentage in Ahmedabad
| Religion | Percentage |
| Hindu | 81.56% |
| Muslims | 13.51% |
| Jain | 3.62% |
| Christian | 0.85% |
| Sikh | 0.24% |
| Buddhist | 0.08% |
| Others | 0.04% |
| Not Stated | 0.12% |
Source: Census 2011
Ahmedabad Historical Population
As per Census 2011, Ahmedabad has a population growth rate of 24.79% during 2001-2011. Its expected to have population growth rate of 16% during 2011-2021.
In 1901 Population of Ahmedabad was 1.85 lakh & Year 2021 its estimated around 65 lakh. Let’s look at population & percentage change from the Year 1901 to 2021.
| Census Year | Population | Absolute Change | Percentage Change |
| 1901 | 185,889 | – | |
| 1911 | 216,777 | 30,888 | 16.62% |
| 1921 | 274,007 | 57,230 | 26.40% |
| 1931 | 310,000 | 35,993 | 13.14% |
| 1941 | 591,267 | 281,267 | 90.73% |
| 1951 | 871,849 | 280,582 | 47.45% |
| 1961 | 1,199,131 | 327,282 | 37.54% |
| 1971 | 1,750,134 | 551,003 | 45.95% |
| 1981 | 2,534,641 | 784,507 | 44.83% |
| 1991 | 3,324,197 | 789,556 | 31.15% |
| 2001 | 4,470,006 | 1,145,809 | 34.47% |
| 2011 | 5,577,940 | 1,107,934 | 24.79% |
| 2021 (estimate) | 6,500,000 | 922,060 | 16.53% |
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