Chandigarh
District-Level Data & Statistics
- Population
- 10.6 Lakh
- 0.1% of India
- Districts
- 1
- Avg 10.6 Lakh each
- Area
- 112 km²
- 9,435 people /km²
- Literacy Rate
- 86.0%
- India: 72.9%
- Sex Ratio
- 818
- India: 943
- Rank
- 31st
- of 36 by population
Chandigarh is India's 31st most populous state with a population of 10.6 Lakh spread across 1 districts covering 112sq km. The state's literacy rate stands at 86.0%, above the national average of 72.9%. With a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males, it is below the national figure of 943.
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District Rankings
All Districts
| District | Population | Literacy % | Sex Ratio | Density /km² |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chandigarh | 10,55,450 | 86.0% | 818 | 9,435 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Chandigarh?
Chandigarh has a population of 10.6 Lakh according to the Census 2011, making it India's 31st most populous state. The population is spread across 1 districts.
How many districts are in Chandigarh?
Chandigarh has 1 districts covering a total area of 112 sq km.
Which district in Chandigarh has the highest literacy rate?
Chandigarh has the highest literacy rate in Chandigarh at 86.0%, compared to the state average of 86.0%.
What is Chandigarh's sex ratio?
Chandigarh has a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males, which is below the national average of 943.
Data Sources
Each indicator keeps its own source and vintage. How they are crosswalked onto one district geography is on the methodology page, with the per-source limits on the caveats page.