On primary indices corresponding to intercourse ratio and literacy fee, the smaller state of Himachal Pradesh is forward of its fellow poll-bound state Gujarat, as per the 2011 Census.
Whereas the intercourse ratio of Gujarat was 919 as per the Census, the ratio for Himachal was 972. Nevertheless, each states noticed a decline within the city intercourse ratio, which was 880 and 853, respectively for the 2 states. Within the 2001 Census, the intercourse ratio was 921 and 970.
The literacy fee in Gujarat grew from 61.29% in 1991, to 69.14 % in 2001 and 78.03% in 2011. Within the corresponding interval, Himachal noticed a gradual literacy fee development: 63.86%, 76.48% and 82.80% respectively, rating among the many prime 5 states now. By way of literacy charges amongst women and men too, Himachal fared higher than Gujarat — at 89.5% to 85.75% for males, and 75.92% to 69.67% for ladies.
Whereas Himachal has a a lot increased share of the inhabitants belonging to Scheduled Castes in comparison with Gujarat (25.2% to six.74%), its share of Scheduled Tribes is way decrease (5.71% to 14.75%). Himachal ranks second when it comes to share of Dalits in its inhabitants, subsequent solely to Punjab.