Dhamtari Population
As per the 2011 Census, Dhamtari District has a population of 8.00 Lac (7,99,781) with 3.98 Lac (3,97,897) males and 4.02 Lac (4,01,884) females.The sex ratio in Dhamtari is 1011, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Dhamtari District is 1.02 Lac (1,01,909) which is 12.74% of Dhamtari District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Dhamtari District is 973 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Dhamtari District is listed as part of CHHATTISGARH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Dhamtari Population Census 2011
- Dhamtari Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- Population Projections Up to 2036
Dhamtari Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Dhamtari District current estimated population is projected to be 9.53 Lac (9,53,087), indicating a 19.17% increased from Dhamtari 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 4.73 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.80 Lac.
Dhamtari Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Dhamtari District estimated population is projected to be 9.64 Lac (9,63,758), projecting a 20.5% increased from Dhamtari 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 4.79 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.85 Lac.
Dhamtari Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Dhamtari District, with a total Hindu population of 7.77 Lac (7,77,188), accounting for 97.18% of the Dhamtari District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 3.87 Lac (3,86,527), and the Hindu female population is around 3.91 Lac (3,90,661).
Dhamtari Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Dhamtari District, with a total Muslim population of 10.43 k (10,425), accounting for 1.3% of the Dhamtari District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 5.33 k (5,325), and the Muslim female population is around 5.10 k (5,100).
Dhamtari Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 7,77,188 | 97.18% |
| Muslim | 10,425 | 1.3% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 3,685 | 0.46% |
| Jain | 3,612 | 0.45% |
| Christian | 2,644 | 0.33% |
| Sikh | 1,196 | 0.15% |
| Buddhist | 667 | 0.08% |
| Religion not stated | 364 | 0.05% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDhamtari Urban Population
The Urban population of Dhamtari District is 1.49 Lac (1,49,195), with 74.48 k (74,477) being males and 74.72 k (74,718) being females, making up 18.65% of the Dhamtari total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1004 females for every 1000 males.
Dhamtari Rural Population
The Rural population of Dhamtari District is 6.51 Lac (6,50,586), with 3.23 Lac (3,23,420) being males and 3.27 Lac (3,27,166) being females, making up 81.35% of the Dhamtari total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1012 females for every 1000 males.
Dhamtari Literacy Rate
Dhamtari District has a literacy rate of 78.36% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Dhamtari District is 87.78 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Dhamtari District is 69.08 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Dhamtari District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 84.26%, while in the rural regions of Dhamtari District, it is around 76.98%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Dhamtari
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78.36 | 87.78 | 69.08 |
| Urban Area | 84.26 | 91.26 | 77.32 |
| Rural Area | 76.98 | 86.96 | 67.17 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Dhamtari
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 78.06 | 87.61 | 68.65 |
| Muslim | 89.64 | 94.23 | 84.9 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 73.13 | 83.93 | 63.02 |
| Jain | 96.63 | 97.82 | 95.39 |
Dhamtari Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Dhamtari District is 58.58 k (58,581) with 28.89 k (28,887) males and 29.69 k (29,694) females, which is 7.32% of Dhamtari District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1028 females for every 1000 males.
Dhamtari Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Dhamtari District is 2.08 Lac (2,07,633) with 1.02 Lac (1,02,058) males and 1.06 Lac (1,05,575) females, which is 25.96% of Dhamtari District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1035 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Dhamtari
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1011 |
| Urban Area | 1004 |
| Rural Area | 1012 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Dhamtari
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1011 |
| Muslim | 958 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1064 |
| Jain | 947 |
Dhamtari Area & Households
The Total Area of Dhamtari District is 4,084 Square KM, with a population density of 196 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Dhamtari District are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Dhamtari District are 649.The Total Number of households in Dhamtari District are 1.71 Lac(1,70,951).
Dhamtari Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Dhamtari District, there are about 4.03 Lac (4,02,895) workers, making up nearly 50.38% of the Dhamtari District total population. Out of these, around 2.26 Lac (2,26,382) are male workers, and about 1.77 Lac (1,76,513) are female workers.
Dhamtari - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Dhamtari district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,64,530, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 7,99,781 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 24.71% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 15.62%.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.
Dhamtari District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,64,530 to 7,99,781.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 24.71%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.65 Lac | -- | -- | 79.84 k | 84.69 k |
| 1911 | 1.98 Lac | 33.25 k | 20.21 | 96.27 k | 1.02 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.10 Lac | 12.01 k | 6.07 | 1.02 Lac | 1.08 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.31 Lac | 20.85 k | 9.94 | 1.12 Lac | 1.19 Lac |
| 1941 | 2.56 Lac | 25.31 k | 10.98 | 1.24 Lac | 1.32 Lac |
| 1951 | 2.77 Lac | 20.81 k | 8.13 | 1.35 Lac | 1.42 Lac |
| 1961 | 3.29 Lac | 52.16 k | 18.85 | 1.60 Lac | 1.69 Lac |
| 1971 | 4.10 Lac | 81.27 k | 24.71 | 2.03 Lac | 2.07 Lac |
| 1981 | 4.73 Lac | 63.17 k | 15.4 | 2.34 Lac | 2.39 Lac |
| 1991 | 5.88 Lac | 1.14 Lac | 24.15 | 2.93 Lac | 2.95 Lac |
| 2001 | 7.07 Lac | 1.19 Lac | 20.23 | 3.53 Lac | 3.54 Lac |
| 2011 | 8.00 Lac | 93.19 k | 13.19 | 3.98 Lac | 4.02 Lac |
Dhamtari - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9.53 Lac (9,53,087) | 19.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 9.64 Lac (9,63,758) | 20.5% | 1.33 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 9.74 Lac (9,73,654) | 21.74% | 1.24 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 9.83 Lac (9,82,991) | 22.91% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 9.92 Lac (9,92,359) | 24.08% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 10.02 Lac (10,01,728) | 25.25% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 10.11 Lac (10,11,065) | 26.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 10.20 Lac (10,19,906) | 27.52% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 10.28 Lac (10,28,344) | 28.58% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 10.37 Lac (10,36,812) | 29.64% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 10.45 Lac (10,45,250) | 30.69% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 10.54 Lac (10,53,688) | 31.75% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 10.62 Lac (10,62,156) | 32.81% | 1.06 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Dhamtari District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 10.62 Lac (10,62,156), with a male population of 5.27 Lac (5,27,068) and a female population of 5.35 Lac (5,35,115). This reflects a total growth of 32.81% from Dhamtari District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.31%.