It was estimated that by 2050, India's Muslim population would grow by ** percent compared to 2010. For followers of the Hindu faith, this change stood at ** percent. According to this projection, the south Asian country would be home not just to the world's majority of Hindus, but also Muslims by this time period. Regardless, the latter would continue to remain a minority within the country at ** percent, with ** percent or *** billion Hindus at the forefront by 2050.

India Census: Population: by Religion: Muslim: Urban data was reported at 68,740,419.000 Person in 2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 49,393,496.000 Person for 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Muslim: Urban data is updated yearly, averaging 59,066,957.500 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 68,740,419.000 Person in 2011 and a record low of 49,393,496.000 Person in 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Muslim: Urban data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Census of India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE001: Census: Population: by Religion.

According to a survey conducted by India's fifth National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) in 2021 stated that about 36 percent of Christian men consumed alcohol in India. In contrast, over six percent of Muslim men consumed alcohol.

A survey conducted across India in 2024 found that ** percent of Hindu population and ** percent of minorities agree that India belongs to all religions equally. The survey reflects citizens' faith in the secular and pluralistic fabric of the country.

India Census: Population: by Religion: Hindu: Male data was reported at 498,306,968.000 Person in 2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 428,678,554.000 Person for 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Hindu: Male data is updated yearly, averaging 463,492,761.000 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 498,306,968.000 Person in 2011 and a record low of 428,678,554.000 Person in 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Hindu: Male data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Census of India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE001: Census: Population: by Religion.

With almost all major religions being practiced throughout the country, India is known for its religious diversity. Islam makes up the highest share among minority faiths in the country. According to the Indian census of 2011, the Muslim population in Uttar Pradesh more than ** million, making it the state with the most Muslims.

Socio-economic conditions of Muslims
Muslims seem to lag behind every other religious community in India in terms of living standards, financial stability, education and other aspects, thereby showing poor performance in most of the fields. According to a national survey, 17 percent of the Muslims were categorized under the lowest wealth index, which indicates poor socio-economic conditions.

Growth of Muslim population in India
Islam is one of the fastest-growing religions worldwide. According to India’s census, the Muslim population has witnessed a negative decadal growth of more than ** percent from 1951 to 1960, presumably due to the partitions forming Pakistan and Bangladesh. The population showed a positive and steady growth since 1961, making up ** percent of the total population of India . Even though people following Islam were estimated to grow significantly, they would still remain a minority in India compared to *** billion Hindus by 2050.

India Census: Population: by Religion: Muslim data was reported at 172,245,158.000 Person in 2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 138,188,240.000 Person for 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Muslim data is updated yearly, averaging 155,216,699.000 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 172,245,158.000 Person in 2011 and a record low of 138,188,240.000 Person in 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Muslim data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Census of India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE001: Census: Population: by Religion.

India Census: Population: by Religion: Not Stated data was reported at 2,867,303.000 Person in 2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 727,588.000 Person for 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Not Stated data is updated yearly, averaging 1,797,445.500 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,867,303.000 Person in 2011 and a record low of 727,588.000 Person in 2001. India Census: Population: by Religion: Not Stated data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Census of India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE001: Census: Population: by Religion.

Census: Population: by Religion: Muslim: West Bengal: Female data was reported at 12,014,733.000 Person in 03-01-2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 9,770,137.000 Person for 03-01-2001. Census: Population: by Religion: Muslim: West Bengal: Female data is updated decadal, averaging 10,892,435.000 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 03-01-2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 12,014,733.000 Person in 03-01-2011 and a record low of 9,770,137.000 Person in 03-01-2001. Census: Population: by Religion: Muslim: West Bengal: Female data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE003: Census: Population: by Religion: Muslim.

According to the latest census data, Lakshadweep, the island union territory had the highest share of Muslim population in the country, where ** percent of its population identified as followers of the Islamic faith. Jammu & Kashmir ranked second at ** percent during the same time period. With almost all major religions being practiced throughout the country, India is known for its religious diversity. Islam makes up the highest share among minority faiths in the country.

With almost all major religions being practiced throughout the country, India is known for its religious diversity. According to the Indian census of 2011, Hindus made up for the highest share of population in the country.

Census: Population: by Religion: Other Religion and Persuasions: Dadra and Nagar Haveli: Male data was reported at 130.000 Person in 03-01-2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 48.000 Person for 03-01-2001. Census: Population: by Religion: Other Religion and Persuasions: Dadra and Nagar Haveli: Male data is updated decadal, averaging 89.000 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 03-01-2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 130.000 Person in 03-01-2011 and a record low of 48.000 Person in 03-01-2001. Census: Population: by Religion: Other Religion and Persuasions: Dadra and Nagar Haveli: Male data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE008: Census: Population: by Religion: Other Religion and Persuasions.

According to India's last census in 2011, about **** percent of the total population identified as Muslims. This was an increase from about ten percent in 1951. Overall, India has been a religiously pluralistic and multiethnic democracy with people of several faiths.

India: Sunni Muslims as percent of the total population: The latest value from 2013 is 10 percent, unchanged from 10 percent in 2012. In comparison, the world average is 64.3 percent, based on data from 32 countries. Historically, the average for India from 1960 to 2013 is 8.8 percent. The minimum value, 8 percent, was reached in 1960 while the maximum of 10 percent was recorded in 2004.

Census: Population: by Religion: Other Religion and Persuasions: Jammu and Kashmir: Male data was reported at 802.000 Person in 03-01-2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 51.000 Person for 03-01-2001. Census: Population: by Religion: Other Religion and Persuasions: Jammu and Kashmir: Male data is updated decadal, averaging 426.500 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 03-01-2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 802.000 Person in 03-01-2011 and a record low of 51.000 Person in 03-01-2001. Census: Population: by Religion: Other Religion and Persuasions: Jammu and Kashmir: Male data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE008: Census: Population: by Religion: Other Religion and Persuasions.

This dataset provides a comprehensive overview of the demographic trends and population statistics of India. It includes various aspects of the population, such as total population figures, gender distribution, religious composition, linguistic diversity, and age group breakdowns. The dataset aims to facilitate research and analysis in the fields of sociology, economics, and public policy by offering valuable insights into the demographic dynamics of India.

Key Features: - Census Data: Detailed population statistics based on census years, including total population, male and female counts, and differences between genders. - Religious Demographics: Information on the population distribution among different religions, along with percentages. - Language Distribution: Data on the number of speakers for various languages in India and their corresponding percentages. - Vital Statistics: Key indicators such as live births, deaths, natural changes, crude birth rates, and total fertility rates. - Age Distribution: Breakdown of the population by age group, including gender-specific counts and percentages.

Purpose: This dataset serves as a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and educators interested in understanding the demographic landscape of India. It can be used for various analyses, including population growth trends, gender ratios, and the impact of cultural diversity on the social fabric of the nation.

Census: Population: by Religion: Other Religion and Persuasions: Madhya Pradesh: Female data was reported at 302,980.000 Person in 03-01-2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 207,551.000 Person for 03-01-2001. Census: Population: by Religion: Other Religion and Persuasions: Madhya Pradesh: Female data is updated decadal, averaging 255,265.500 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 03-01-2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 302,980.000 Person in 03-01-2011 and a record low of 207,551.000 Person in 03-01-2001. Census: Population: by Religion: Other Religion and Persuasions: Madhya Pradesh: Female data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE008: Census: Population: by Religion: Other Religion and Persuasions.

According to India's last census details, Hindus made up the majority of the population in the country, followed by Muslims. At the same time, almost ***** million people did not state their religion for the census. India has historically been a religiously pluralistic and multiethnic democracy, with a substantial proportion of all major religions of the world along with several minority and tribal religions.

According to India's last census in 2011, the Muslim population had about 24.6 percent of decadal growth rate, while Hindus had a decadal growth rate of 16.8 percent. India, a secular nation provides religious freedom as a fundamental right under the constitution to its citizens.

Census: Population: by Religion: Other Religion and Persuasions: Jammu and Kashmir: Female data was reported at 706.000 Person in 03-01-2011. This records an increase from the previous number of 46.000 Person for 03-01-2001. Census: Population: by Religion: Other Religion and Persuasions: Jammu and Kashmir: Female data is updated decadal, averaging 376.000 Person from Mar 2001 (Median) to 03-01-2011, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 706.000 Person in 03-01-2011 and a record low of 46.000 Person in 03-01-2001. Census: Population: by Religion: Other Religion and Persuasions: Jammu and Kashmir: Female data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Demographic – Table IN.GAE008: Census: Population: by Religion: Other Religion and Persuasions.