Gurugram’s Population : Current Estimates and Future Projections

What is the Current Population of Gurugram in 2025?

The current population of Gurugram in 2025 can be summed up through the following table: 

Gurugram Population Breakdown by Gender and Density

Here are some insights on the population of Gurugram, the density, and some other aspects. 

It goes without saying that these ratios may not be fully accurate, due to the large number of migrant professionals and corporates, who have increased the population of residents in Gurugram, while expanding the real estate market as well. 

What is the Composition of People Living in Gurugram?

When we analyze the population of Gurugram and the composition of people, there are two main segments worth noting here. The first chunk of the population comprises local Haryanvi residents, while the second includes the huge influx of migrant workforce (service workers, corporate employees, etc.) from several other states in the country and even from other countries as well. Here are some statistics that shed light on the composition of people in the city. 

Gurugram Population by Age Group (0-6, Youth, Working Class, Elderly)

How is the Gurugram population structured in terms of age groups and types? Here is a closer look at the same below. 

 How Does the Population of Gurugram Impact Real Estate Trends?

The dynamically evolving population of Gurugram impacts real estate trends directly in the city. The high population density, economic growth, job creation, and the strong influx of migrant workforces are all factors behind real estate growth in Gurugram. For starters, the rental yields in Gurugram have gone up considerably, backed by strong demand from the rising corporate and migrant workforce population. As of April, 2024, the rental yields went up sizably in Gurugram to stand at 4.1% for the latest March quarter. 

There is demand for multiple types of rental housing, driven by the rapidly increasing workforce of Gurugram. These include PGs (paying guest accommodations) for bachelors, along with 1 and 2 BHK units. Families are also looking for 3 and 4 BHK units in various parts of the city, as its rental market grows exponentially in response to steady demand. The real estate market of Gurugram has also benefited from a higher pool of people looking to purchase homes in the city. 

With an average property price of INR 15,200 per sq. ft. in Gurugram, the market is clearly witnessing a demand-led upsurge. There has been skyrocketing growth throughout several corridors like the Dwarka Expressway and the Southern Peripheral Road (SPR), along with the entire New Gurugram stretch. There is an increasing push towards high-rise apartments and vertical developments due to high population density and the increasing scarcity of land in Gurugram. Hence, residential high-rises, gated townships, and communities are coming up in Gurugram across multiple locations and price points, each offering tailored amenities for self-sufficient living. 

Population Growth Projections for Gurugram 

How does Gurugram’s population growth look like for the future? The surge in growth may see the population rising to 55 lakh by 2041 as per the projections of the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA). Yet, a revised estimate states that the city could have a population of 69 lakh people by 2031 alone, higher than the earlier projections of 43 lakh, once the proposed Transit Oriented Development (TOD) plan is implemented. 

There are several infrastructural projects that are being designed for accommodating future growth of the population in Gurugram. So, it’s not just the Dwarka Expressway and the SPR, but also the four metro corridors approved as per the TOD policy. These include the SPR and NPR (Northern Peripheral Road), along with the Golf Course Road and MG Road links. Higher density will be ensured through extra floor area ratio (FAR) of 3.5 and 2.5 along 800 metres on both sides of the metro corridor in Gurugram. This will lead to additional housing built along the metro corridors and key roads. 

The city has 33,800 hectares to be developed as per the 2031 Gurugram-Manesar master plan, while 300 acres are provisioned under the affordable housing scheme. In each HUDA sector, 20% of the net planned area will be allotted for group housing, with 20% for plotted zones, and 10 acres for affordable housing. The GMDA is already planning for the development of daycare centres, schools, multi-purpose campuses of institutions, Government healthcare within 3 kilometres, police posts, old-age homes, and parks in colonies. 

Most and Least Populated Localities in Gurugram

Which are the most and least-populated localities in Gurugram? Here is a closer look for your understanding.