Durg Population
As per the 2011 Census, Durg District has a population of 33.44 Lac (33,43,872) with 16.82 Lac (16,82,101) males and 16.62 Lac (16,61,771) females.The sex ratio in Durg is 988, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Durg District is 4.31 Lac (4,30,536) which is 12.88% of Durg District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Durg District is 963 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Durg District is listed as part of CHHATTISGARH State in INDIA.
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Durg Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Durg District current estimated population is projected to be 39.85 Lac (39,84,840), indicating a 19.17% increased from Durg's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 20.01 Lac, and the estimated female population is 19.83 Lac.
Durg Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Durg District estimated population is projected to be 40.29 Lac (40,29,456), projecting a 20.5% increased from Durg's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 20.24 Lac, and the estimated female population is 20.06 Lac.
Durg Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Durg District, with a total Hindu population of 31.30 Lac (31,29,745), accounting for 93.6% of the Durg District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 15.74 Lac (15,74,094), and the Hindu female population is around 15.56 Lac (15,55,651).
Durg Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Durg District, with a total Muslim population of 83.50 k (83,499), accounting for 2.5% of the Durg District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 42.89 k (42,885), and the Muslim female population is around 40.61 k (40,614).
Durg Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 31,29,745 | 93.6% |
| Muslim | 83,499 | 2.5% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 42,569 | 1.27% |
| Christian | 24,304 | 0.73% |
| Sikh | 24,276 | 0.73% |
| Buddhist | 19,587 | 0.59% |
| Jain | 17,209 | 0.51% |
| Religion not stated | 2,683 | 0.08% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDurg Urban Population
The Urban population of Durg District is 12.85 Lac (12,84,765), with 6.56 Lac (6,55,949) being males and 6.29 Lac (6,28,816) being females, making up 38.42% of the Durg total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 959 females for every 1000 males.
Durg Rural Population
The Rural population of Durg District is 20.59 Lac (20,59,107), with 10.26 Lac (10,26,152) being males and 10.33 Lac (10,32,955) being females, making up 61.58% of the Durg total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1007 females for every 1000 males.
Durg Literacy Rate
Durg District has a literacy rate of 79.06% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Durg District is 87.82 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Durg District is 70.23 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Durg District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.59%, while in the rural regions of Durg District, it is around 74.88%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Durg
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79.06 | 87.82 | 70.23 |
| Urban Area | 85.59 | 91.79 | 79.13 |
| Rural Area | 74.88 | 85.21 | 64.68 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Durg
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 78.51 | 87.5 | 69.45 |
| Muslim | 86.87 | 91.95 | 81.49 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 76.04 | 87.16 | 65.55 |
| Christian | 91.17 | 93.82 | 88.61 |
Durg Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Durg District is 4.58 Lac (4,58,040) with 2.29 Lac (2,29,067) males and 2.29 Lac (2,28,973) females, which is 13.7% of Durg District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1000 females for every 1000 males.
Durg Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Durg District is 3.97 Lac (3,97,416) with 1.96 Lac (1,96,008) males and 2.01 Lac (2,01,408) females, which is 11.88% of Durg District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1028 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Durg
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 988 |
| Urban Area | 959 |
| Rural Area | 1007 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Durg
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 989 |
| Muslim | 948 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1052 |
| Christian | 1035 |
Durg Area & Households
The Total Area of Durg District is 8,535 Square KM, with a population density of 392 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Durg District are 25 and the Total Number of Villages in Durg District are 1,773.The Total Number of households in Durg District are 7.02 Lac(7,01,707).
Durg Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Durg District, there are about 14.97 Lac (14,96,805) workers, making up nearly 44.76% of the Durg District total population. Out of these, around 9.22 Lac (9,21,729) are male workers, and about 5.75 Lac (5,75,076) are female workers.
Durg - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Durg district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 5,64,794, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 33,43,872 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 34.1% 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 18.22%.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.
Durg District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 5,64,794 to 33,43,872.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 34.1%.
- 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 | 5.65 Lac | -- | -- | 2.73 Lac | 2.91 Lac |
| 1911 | 6.73 Lac | 1.08 Lac | 19.13 | 3.26 Lac | 3.47 Lac |
| 1921 | 6.13 Lac | -59.43 k | -8.83 | 2.97 Lac | 3.16 Lac |
| 1931 | 6.93 Lac | 79.14 k | 12.9 | 3.36 Lac | 3.57 Lac |
| 1941 | 8.00 Lac | 1.07 Lac | 15.48 | 3.87 Lac | 4.12 Lac |
| 1951 | 8.26 Lac | 26.28 k | 3.29 | 4.00 Lac | 4.26 Lac |
| 1961 | 11.08 Lac | 2.82 Lac | 34.1 | 5.64 Lac | 5.44 Lac |
| 1971 | 14.69 Lac | 3.61 Lac | 32.63 | 7.43 Lac | 7.27 Lac |
| 1981 | 18.90 Lac | 4.21 Lac | 28.68 | 9.55 Lac | 9.36 Lac |
| 1991 | 23.97 Lac | 5.07 Lac | 26.8 | 12.19 Lac | 11.78 Lac |
| 2001 | 28.10 Lac | 4.13 Lac | 17.24 | 14.18 Lac | 13.93 Lac |
| 2011 | 33.44 Lac | 5.33 Lac | 18.98 | 16.82 Lac | 16.62 Lac |
Durg - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 39.85 Lac (39,84,840) | 19.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 40.29 Lac (40,29,456) | 20.5% | 1.33 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 40.71 Lac (40,70,829) | 21.74% | 1.24 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 41.10 Lac (41,09,868) | 22.91% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 41.49 Lac (41,49,037) | 24.08% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 41.88 Lac (41,88,206) | 25.25% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 42.27 Lac (42,27,245) | 26.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 42.64 Lac (42,64,209) | 27.52% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 42.99 Lac (42,99,487) | 28.58% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 43.35 Lac (43,34,894) | 29.64% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 43.70 Lac (43,70,172) | 30.69% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 44.05 Lac (44,05,450) | 31.75% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 44.41 Lac (44,40,858) | 32.81% | 1.06 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Durg District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 44.41 Lac (44,40,858), with a male population of 22.28 Lac (22,28,167) and a female population of 22.13 Lac (22,12,673). This reflects a total growth of 32.81% from Durg District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.