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Which religious communities live in Haryana?

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Map of India and surrounding countries with the state of Haryana highlighted in orange near the northern border, adjacent to New Delhi and Chandigarh. The map provides a regional context, showing neighboring countries including Pakistan, China, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
Haryana

The population of Haryana is composed of several religious communities, with Hindus constituting the great majority of the state's residents.1

In addition to the Hindu majority, there are other significant religious groups:

  • Sikhs: This community forms a small but significant minority, with most of the population located in the northeastern and northwestern parts of the state.1
  • Muslims: This group also represents a small but significant minority, primarily concentrated in the southeastern districts that adjoin Delhi.1
  • Christians: There is also a tiny community of Christians residing in the state.1