Jamui Population
As per the 2011 Census, Jamui District has a population of 17.60 Lac (17,60,405) with 9.16 Lac (9,16,064) males and 8.44 Lac (8,44,341) females.The sex ratio in Jamui is 922, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Jamui District is 3.25 Lac (3,24,513) which is 18.43% of Jamui District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Jamui District is 956 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Jamui District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
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Jamui Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Jamui District current estimated population is projected to be 21.68 Lac (21,68,238), indicating a 23.17% increased from Jamui's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 11.24 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.44 Lac.
Jamui Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Jamui District estimated population is projected to be 21.99 Lac (21,98,939), projecting a 24.91% increased from Jamui's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 11.39 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.60 Lac.
Jamui Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Jamui District, with a total Hindu population of 15.26 Lac (15,25,746), accounting for 86.67% of the Jamui District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.95 Lac (7,95,023), and the Hindu female population is around 7.31 Lac (7,30,723).
Jamui Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Jamui District, with a total Muslim population of 2.18 Lac (2,17,621), accounting for 12.36% of the Jamui District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.12 Lac (1,12,304), and the Muslim female population is around 1.05 Lac (1,05,317).
Jamui Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 15,25,746 | 86.67% |
| Muslim | 2,17,621 | 12.36% |
| Christian | 8,443 | 0.48% |
| Religion not stated | 4,749 | 0.27% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 3,438 | 0.2% |
| Sikh | 162 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 159 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 87 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationJamui Urban Population
The Urban population of Jamui District is 1.45 Lac (1,45,333), with 76.29 k (76,288) being males and 69.05 k (69,045) being females, making up 8.26% of the Jamui total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 906 females for every 1000 males.
Jamui Rural Population
The Rural population of Jamui District is 16.15 Lac (16,15,072), with 8.40 Lac (8,39,776) being males and 7.75 Lac (7,75,296) being females, making up 91.74% of the Jamui total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 924 females for every 1000 males.
Jamui Literacy Rate
Jamui District has a literacy rate of 59.79% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Jamui District is 71.24 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Jamui District is 47.28 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Jamui District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 74.85%, while in the rural regions of Jamui District, it is around 58.4%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Jamui
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59.79 | 71.24 | 47.28 |
| Urban Area | 74.85 | 82.86 | 65.95 |
| Rural Area | 58.4 | 70.15 | 45.56 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Jamui
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 59.75 | 71.39 | 46.99 |
| Muslim | 59.77 | 69.93 | 48.75 |
| Christian | 67.71 | 75.63 | 59.53 |
| Religion not stated | 63.71 | 75.69 | 51.24 |
Jamui Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Jamui District is 3.03 Lac (3,02,649) with 1.56 Lac (1,55,849) males and 1.47 Lac (1,46,800) females, which is 17.19% of Jamui District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 942 females for every 1000 males.
Jamui Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Jamui District is 78.79 k (78,793) with 40.19 k (40,185) males and 38.61 k (38,608) females, which is 4.48% of Jamui District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 961 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Jamui
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 922 |
| Urban Area | 906 |
| Rural Area | 924 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Jamui
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 920 |
| Muslim | 938 |
| Christian | 941 |
| Religion not stated | 961 |
Jamui Area & Households
The Total Area of Jamui District is 3,098 Square KM, with a population density of 568 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Jamui District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Jamui District are 1,503.The Total Number of households in Jamui District are 3.07 Lac(3,07,082).
Jamui Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Jamui District, there are about 7.28 Lac (7,27,571) workers, making up nearly 41.33% of the Jamui District total population. Out of these, around 4.52 Lac (4,52,288) are male workers, and about 2.75 Lac (2,75,283) are female workers.
Jamui - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Jamui district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,45,129, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 17,60,405 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 33.03% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 16.45%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Jamui District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,45,129 to 17,60,405.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 33.03%.
- The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 3.45 Lac | - | - | 1.69 Lac | 1.76 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.56 Lac | 10.81 k | 3.130713443 | 1.74 Lac | 1.82 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.38 Lac | -17.48 k | -4.910741879 | 1.67 Lac | 1.71 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.81 Lac | 42.66 k | 12.6043344 | 1.91 Lac | 1.90 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.31 Lac | 49.74 k | 13.05117878 | 2.16 Lac | 2.15 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.76 Lac | 45.31 k | 10.51676318 | 2.37 Lac | 2.40 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.74 Lac | 97.67 k | 20.5110812 | 2.84 Lac | 2.90 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.14 Lac | 1.40 Lac | 24.38022146 | 3.60 Lac | 3.54 Lac |
| 1981 | 8.63 Lac | 1.49 Lac | 20.85547037 | 4.39 Lac | 4.24 Lac |
| 1991 | 10.52 Lac | 1.89 Lac | 21.90359488 | 5.53 Lac | 4.99 Lac |
| 2001 | 13.99 Lac | 3.47 Lac | 33.02521 | 7.29 Lac | 6.70 Lac |
| 2011 | 17.60 Lac | 3.62 Lac | 25.85144653 | 9.16 Lac | 8.44 Lac |
Jamui - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 21.68 Lac (21,68,238) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 21.99 Lac (21,98,939) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 22.29 Lac (22,28,855) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 22.58 Lac (22,58,202) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 22.88 Lac (22,87,549) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 23.17 Lac (23,16,896) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 23.46 Lac (23,46,243) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 23.73 Lac (23,73,182) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 23.98 Lac (23,98,382) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 24.24 Lac (24,23,582) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 24.49 Lac (24,48,782) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 24.74 Lac (24,73,982) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 24.99 Lac (24,99,182) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Jamui District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 24.99 Lac (24,99,182), with a male population of 12.89 Lac (12,89,106) and a female population of 12.10 Lac (12,10,120). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Jamui District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.57%.