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Rampur is a historic city in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is located in the Rohilkhand region, about 27 km east of Moradabad and 70 km northwest of Bareilly. The city is known for its cultural heritage, including the famous Rampur Raza Library, and serves as an important urban center in western Uttar Pradesh.
According to the provisional reports of the 2011 Census of India, the population of Rampur city was 325,313 (3.25 lakh). The city has grown steadily due to its administrative importance and its proximity to major urban centers such as Moradabad and Bareilly.
👉 Estimated Population of Rampur City in 2026: ~4.5 lakh
Rampur City Population – Census 2011
| Rampur City | Census 2011 |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 325,313 (3.25 lakh) |
| Male Population | 169,681 |
| Female Population | 155,632 |
| Population Density | 3,900 per sq. km |
| Average Literacy Rate | 59.47% |
| Male Literacy | 62.25% |
| Female Literacy | 56.45% |
| Sex Ratio | 917 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 926 |
| Children (0–6 years) | 39,513 |
Source: Census of India 2011
Rampur District Population
Rampur district is located in the Rohilkhand region of Uttar Pradesh and is part of the Moradabad Division. The district is historically significant and lies in the fertile plains of the Ganga basin.
According to the 2011 Census of India, the population of Rampur district was 2,335,819 (23.36 lakh). The district experienced a population growth rate of 21.4% between 2001 and 2011, which was higher than the national average.
Estimated Population of Rampur District in 2026: ~29 lakh
Rampur District Population – Census 2011
| Rampur District | Census 2011 |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,335,819 (23.36 lakh) |
| Male Population | 1,223,889 |
| Female Population | 1,111,930 |
| District Area | 2,367 sq. km |
| Population Density | 987 per sq. km |
| Average Literacy Rate | 53.34% |
| Sex Ratio | 909 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 924 |
Source: Census of India 2011
About 25.2% of the district population lives in urban areas, while the rest resides in rural areas. Scheduled Castes constitute around 13.18% of the district population.
Religion in Rampur District
Rampur is one of the few districts in Uttar Pradesh where Muslims form a slight majority, while Hindus constitute a large minority community.
| Religion | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Islam | 50.57% |
| Hinduism | 45.97% |
| Sikhism | 2.80% |
| Others / Not Stated | 0.66% |
Languages in Rampur District
Hindi is the most widely spoken language in the Rampur district, while Urdu is also widely used, especially in urban areas.
| Language | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Hindi | 73.8% |
| Urdu | 23.0% |
| Punjabi | 2.54% |
| Others | 0.57% |
Source: Census 2011
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