According to the Census of India 2011, which district of Punjab has the lowest population?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (D) Barnala

1. Population: Barnala's population stands at 595,527, making it the least populated district in Punjab.
2. Population Density: The district has a population density of 419 persons per square kilometer. 
3. Urbanization: Approximately 32.02% of Barnala's population resides in urban areas, while the remaining 67.98% live in rural regions. 
4. Formation: Barnala was established as a separate district in 2006, carved out from Sangrur district. 
5. Economy: The economy of Barnala is primarily agrarian, with a focus on crops like wheat, rice, and cotton.
6. Administration: The district headquarters is located in the city of Barnala, which serves as the administrative and commercial center.

•  Hoshiarpur: Hoshiarpur has a population of 1,582,793, significantly higher than Barnala. 
• Sri Muktsar Sahib: This district's population is 902,702, also exceeding that of Barnala. 
•  Faridkot: Faridkot has a population of 618,008, making it more populous than Barnala.