Himachal Pradesh, in northern India, is known for its Himalayan landscapes, hill stations, and spiritual sites. Covering 55,673 km², it has 20,690 villages and a population of 6,864,602 (2011 Census). Shimla, the capital, is under the Himachal Pradesh High Court. Formed on January 25, 1971, its 12 districts promote tourism and agriculture.
In Himachal Pradesh, villages are categorized based on their population. Here’s a breakdown of the number of villages within each population range:
As per the 2011 Census, Himachal Pradesh has a total population of 6864602 people, with 688552 residing in urban areas and 6176050 in rural regions. The population density of Himachal Pradesh is approximately 123/ km² (people per square kilometer), reflecting its high concentration of inhabitants across both urban and rural landscapes.
| Particulars | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6176050 | 688552 | 6864602 |
| Male Population | 3110345 | 371528 | 3481873 |
| Female Population | 3065705 | 317024 | 3382729 |
As of the latest data, the population density of Himachal Pradesh is approximately 123/ km² (people per square kilometer). The breakdown is as follows:
| Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 111 | 2542 | 123/ km² |
As per the 2011 Census, Himachal Pradesh has a total of 14,83,280 households, with 13,12,510 in rural areas and 1,70,770 in urban regions.
| Particulars | Households |
|---|---|
| Rural Households | 13,12,510 |
| Urban Households | 1,70,770 |
| Total Households | 14,83,280 |
| State Overview | |
|---|---|
| State/UT Name | Himachal Pradesh - (हिमाचल प्रदेश) |
| Capital | Shimla |
| Established | 25-Jan-1971 |
| Total Area | 55,673 km² |
| Total Villages | 20934 |
| Sex Ratio (2011) | 971 |
| Population Density | 123/ km² |
| Total Population (2011) | 68,64,602 |
| High Court | Himachal Pradesh High Court |
| Total Population | Villages in Himachal Pradesh |
|---|---|
| less than 200 | 8461 |
| 200-499 | 5898 |
| 500-999 | 2459 |
| 1000-1999 | 832 |
| 2000-4999 | 219 |
| 5000-9999 | 12 |
| 10000 and above | 1 |
All survey data of Himachal Pradesh villages are based on the Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, 2015 (censusindia.gov.in). Open Government Data Platform India. Published under National Data Sharing and Accessibility Policy (NDSAP).