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Amritsar
Class IUrban Agglomeration in Punjab β’ Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011 data.
Live Estimate
Amritsar Population 2026
17,17,663 (Estimated)
Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.
Next Census 2031
19,39,383
Projected Estimate
Census 2011 Data
OfficialFemales per 1000 Males
π₯ Population by Gender
Male 6,28,420 (53.1%)
Female 5,55,129 (46.9%)
π Literacy by Gender
Male Literacy 77.07%
Female Literacy 72.46%
Gender Gap 4.6%
π Projection Methodology
Population projections for Amritsar are calculated using the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) formula: P(t) = Pβ Γ (1 + r)^t, where Pβ is the Census 2011 population (11,83,549), r is the annual growth rate (2.50%), and t is the number of years elapsed. A default urban growth rate of 2.5% is used as 2001 data is not available.
β Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Amritsar in 2026? βΌ
The estimated population of Amritsar Urban Agglomeration in 2026 is approximately 17,17,663, based on a 2.50% annual growth rate from Census 2011 data.
What was the population of Amritsar according to Census 2011? βΌ
As per Census 2011, Amritsar Urban Agglomeration had a total population of 11,83,549. Out of this, 6,28,420 were males (53.1%) and 5,55,129 were females (46.9%).
What is the literacy rate of Amritsar? βΌ
The literacy rate of Amritsar Urban Agglomeration is 74.91% as per Census 2011. Male literacy stands at 77.07% while female literacy is 72.46%.
What is the sex ratio of Amritsar? βΌ
The sex ratio of Amritsar Urban Agglomeration is 883 females per 1000 males according to Census 2011. This is below the national average of 940.
What will be the population of Amritsar in 2031? βΌ
The projected population of Amritsar Urban Agglomeration for the Next Census 2031 is estimated to be approximately 19,39,383, based on current growth trends.