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Haridwar is a major religious city in the state of Uttarakhand, India. Located on the banks of the Ganga River, the city is one of the seven holiest places in Hinduism and an important pilgrimage destination. Haridwar lies about 50 km south of Dehradun, the state capital.
Haridwar is the second-largest city in Uttarakhand after Dehradun. According to the 2011 Census of India, the population of Haridwar city was 225,235 (2.25 lakh). Based on recent growth trends, the estimated population of Haridwar city in 2026 is around 3.5 lakh.
Projected Population of Haridwar City in 2026: ~3.5 lakh
Census 2011 Details
| Haridwar City | Census 2011 |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 225,235 (2.25 lakh) |
| Male Population | 120,201 |
| Female Population | 105,034 |
| Population Density | 18,300 per sq km |
| Average Literacy | 84.99% |
| Male Literacy | 88.87% |
| Female Literacy | 80.55% |
| Sex Ratio | 874 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 873 |
Key Takeaways
Haridwar had a population of 2.25 lakh in the 2011 Census.
The population density was very high at 18,300 persons per sq km, reflecting the compact urban area of just 12.3 sq km.
The literacy rate was 84.99%, higher than the national average.
The sex ratio was 874 females per 1000 males, which is below the national average of 940.
Children aged 0–6 years formed about 11.5% of the population.
Haridwar District Population
Haridwar district is one of the major districts of Uttarakhand and is located in the southern part of the state along the Ganga River. The district includes important pilgrimage towns such as Haridwar, Roorkee, and Laksar.
According to the 2011 Census, Haridwar district had a population of 1,890,422 (18.9 lakh). The district recorded a population growth rate of 30.63% between 2001 and 2011, which is among the highest in Uttarakhand.
Estimated Population of Haridwar District in 2026: ~24 lakh
Haridwar District Census 2011
| Haridwar District | Census 2011 |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,890,422 |
| Male Population | 1,005,295 |
| Female Population | 885,127 |
| District Area | 2,360 sq km |
| Population Density | 817 per sq km |
| Average Literacy | 73.43% |
| Sex Ratio | 880 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 877 |
Religions in Haridwar District
| Religion | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Hinduism | 64.27% |
| Islam | 34.28% |
| Sikhism | 0.92% |
| Other / Not Stated | 0.53% |
Languages in Haridwar District
| Language | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Hindi | 87.3% |
| Urdu | 9.66% |
| Others | 3.08% |
Key Takeaways
Haridwar district had a population of 18.9 lakh in 2011.
The population density was 817 persons per sq km.
The district recorded a very high population growth of 30.63% during 2001–2011.
Hindus form about 64% of the population, while Muslims make up around 34%.
Hindi is the dominant language, spoken by more than 87% of residents.
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