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Top 5 Indian states with the highest Hindu population percentage | In Pics

Published on: August 22, 2025 18:18 IST
India has the largest Hindu population in the world, with faith and traditions deeply rooted across its states. While Hindus form the majority in most regions, some states stand out for having the highest concentration of the Hindu population. Here's a look at the top five Indian states where Hinduism is most dominant.
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India has the largest Hindu population in the world, with faith and traditions deeply rooted across its states. While Hindus form the majority in most regions, some states stand out for having the highest concentration of the Hindu population. Here's a look at the top five Indian states where Hinduism is most dominant.
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With 95.17 per cent Hindu, Himachal Pradesh ranks among the top states with the highest Hindu population percentage. Out of the state's population of 68.64 lakh, around 65.32 lakh are Hindus. Hindu culture and festivals are central to daily life in this hill state.
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The population of Dadra and Nagar Haveli is 3.43 lakh, out of which 3.22 lakh are Hindus. With 93.93 per cent of its population being Hindu, this Union Territory ranks second on the list.
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Out of Odisha's total population of 4.19 crore, around 3.93 crore are Hindus. With the 93.63 per cent Hindu population, the state has a deeply rooted Hindu culture. Odisha ranks third in the top-five list of the Hindu population percentage.
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Chhattisgarh has a population of 2.55 crore, out of which about 2.38 crore are Hindus. With 93.25 per cent Hindu population, the influence of Hinduism is evident here. The state holds the fourth position in the list. Local deities and folk practices often merge seamlessly with Hindu rituals in the state.
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Madhya Pradesh has a total population of 7.26 crore, out of which around 6.60 crore are Hindus. This accounts for 90.89 per cent of the total population. The state ranks fifth in the top-five list. The state is home to ancient temples, sacred rivers, and the world-famous Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga in Ujjain.