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Lucknow is the capital city of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is one of the largest cities in northern India and serves as an important administrative, cultural, and educational center of the state. As per the Census 2011, Lucknow was the 11th most populous city in India and the largest city in Uttar Pradesh by city population.
According to the provisional data of the 2011 Census, Lucknow city had a population of 2,817,105 (28.17 lakh). The city has experienced steady population growth over the past few decades due to urban expansion, migration, and economic development.
👉 Projected Population of Lucknow in 2026: ~34 lakh (3.4 million)
Census Quick Facts
| Lucknow City | Census 2011 | 2026 Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,817,105 (28.17 Lakh) | 34 Lakh |
| Male Population | 1,460,970 | 17.60 Lakh |
| Female Population | 1,356,135 | 16.40 Lakh |
| Average Literacy (%) | 82.50% | — |
| Male Literacy | 86.04% | — |
| Female Literacy | 78.70% | — |
| Sex Ratio | 940 | — |
| Child Sex Ratio | 904 | — |
| Children (0-6 years) | 293,697 | — |
Source: Census 2011
Lucknow Metropolitan Population
Lucknow is the second-largest metropolitan region in Uttar Pradesh after Kanpur. The metropolitan region includes Lucknow city and its adjoining urban outgrowths forming a continuous urban area. According to the Census 2011, the Lucknow Urban Agglomeration (UA) had a population of 2,902,290, of which 1,509,451 were males and 1,393,469 were females.
👉 Projected Population of Lucknow Urban Agglomeration in 2026: ~36 lakh
An Urban Agglomeration (UA) refers to a continuous urban spread consisting of a town and its adjoining outgrowths, or two or more physically contiguous towns together with their outgrowths.
Lucknow Historical Population
Lucknow has seen significant population growth over the last century. At the beginning of the 20th century, the population of the city was about 2.5 lakh, and it gradually expanded as the administrative and economic importance of the city increased.
The population crossed 1 million in the late 20th century, and rapid urbanization during the last three decades has pushed the population close to 3.5 million today.
| Census Year | Population | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 256,239 | – | – |
| 1911 | 252,114 | -4,125 | -1.61% |
| 1921 | 240,566 | -11,548 | -4.58% |
| 1931 | 251,097 | 10,531 | 4.38% |
| 1941 | 361,294 | 110,197 | 43.89% |
| 1951 | 459,484 | 98,190 | 27.18% |
| 1961 | 615,523 | 156,039 | 33.96% |
| 1971 | 774,644 | 159,121 | 25.85% |
| 1981 | 947,990 | 173,346 | 22.38% |
| 1991 | 1,619,115 | 671,125 | 70.79% |
| 2001 | 2,185,927 | 566,812 | 35.01% |
| 2011 | 2,817,105 | 631,178 | 28.87% |
| 2021 (estimate) | 3,380,000 | 562,895 | 19.98% |
Lucknow District Population
Lucknow district is located in the central part of Uttar Pradesh and includes Lucknow city as its administrative headquarters. The district is one of the most urbanized districts in the state.
According to the 2011 Census, Lucknow district had a total population of 4,589,838. About 66.21% of the population lives in urban areas, reflecting the high level of urbanization in the district. Scheduled Castes made up 20.66% of the population.
Estimated Population of Lucknow District in 2026: ~55 lakh
| Lucknow District | Census 2011 |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,589,838 |
| Male Population | 2,394,476 |
| Female Population | 2,195,362 |
| Average Literacy | 77.29% |
| Sex Ratio | 917 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 915 |
Religion in Lucknow District
| Religion | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Hinduism | 77.08% |
| Islam | 21.46% |
| Sikhism | 0.52% |
| Christianity | 0.45% |
| Others / Not Stated | 0.49% |
Languages Spoken in Lucknow District
At the time of the 2011 Census of India, the majority of the population in Lucknow district reported Hindi as their first language (89.15%). Other commonly spoken languages include Urdu (7.56%) and Awadhi (1.56%), reflecting the cultural and linguistic diversity of the region.
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