Korba Population
As per the 2011 Census, Korba District has a population of 12.07 Lac (12,06,640) with 6.13 Lac (6,12,915) males and 5.94 Lac (5,93,725) females.The sex ratio in Korba is 969, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Korba District is 1.72 Lac (1,72,016) which is 14.26% of Korba District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Korba District is 967 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Korba District is listed as part of CHHATTISGARH State in INDIA.
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Korba Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Korba District current estimated population is projected to be 14.38 Lac (14,37,934), indicating a 19.17% increased from Korba 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 7.29 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.09 Lac.
Korba Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Korba District estimated population is projected to be 14.54 Lac (14,54,034), projecting a 20.5% increased from Korba 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 7.37 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.17 Lac.
Korba Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Korba District, with a total Hindu population of 11.33 Lac (11,33,176), accounting for 93.91% of the Korba District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.76 Lac (5,75,717), and the Hindu female population is around 5.57 Lac (5,57,459).
Korba Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Korba District, with a total Muslim population of 30.20 k (30,195), accounting for 2.5% of the Korba District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 15.38 k (15,378), and the Muslim female population is around 14.82 k (14,817).
Korba Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 11,33,176 | 93.91% |
| Muslim | 30,195 | 2.5% |
| Christian | 21,059 | 1.75% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 15,649 | 1.3% |
| Sikh | 3,666 | 0.3% |
| Religion not stated | 1,245 | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 897 | 0.07% |
| Jain | 753 | 0.06% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKorba Urban Population
The Urban population of Korba District is 4.46 Lac (4,46,290), with 2.31 Lac (2,31,491) being males and 2.15 Lac (2,14,799) being females, making up 36.99% of the Korba total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 928 females for every 1000 males.
Korba Rural Population
The Rural population of Korba District is 7.60 Lac (7,60,350), with 3.81 Lac (3,81,424) being males and 3.79 Lac (3,78,926) being females, making up 63.01% of the Korba total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 994 females for every 1000 males.
Korba Literacy Rate
Korba District has a literacy rate of 72.37% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Korba District is 82.48 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Korba District is 61.93 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Korba District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.65%, while in the rural regions of Korba District, it is around 65.55%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Korba
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72.37 | 82.48 | 61.93 |
| Urban Area | 83.65 | 90.73 | 76.02 |
| Rural Area | 65.55 | 77.32 | 53.73 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Korba
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 71.86 | 82.17 | 61.22 |
| Muslim | 83.24 | 90.11 | 76.15 |
| Christian | 82.55 | 87.03 | 78.01 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 66.86 | 79.18 | 54.5 |
Korba Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Korba District is 1.25 Lac (1,24,679) with 63.45 k (63,446) males and 61.23 k (61,233) females, which is 10.33% of Korba District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 966 females for every 1000 males.
Korba Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Korba District is 4.94 Lac (4,93,559) with 2.46 Lac (2,46,323) males and 2.47 Lac (2,47,236) females, which is 40.9% of Korba District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1004 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Korba
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 969 |
| Urban Area | 928 |
| Rural Area | 994 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Korba
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 969 |
| Muslim | 964 |
| Christian | 983 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 995 |
Korba Area & Households
The Total Area of Korba District is 6,598 Square KM, with a population density of 183 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Korba District are 7 and the Total Number of Villages in Korba District are 719.The Total Number of households in Korba District are 2.80 Lac(2,80,073).
Korba Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Korba District, there are about 5.21 Lac (5,21,186) workers, making up nearly 43.19% of the Korba District total population. Out of these, around 3.33 Lac (3,33,329) are male workers, and about 1.88 Lac (1,87,857) are female workers.
Korba - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Korba district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,45,943, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 12,06,640 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 42.47% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 21.61%.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.
Korba District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,45,943 to 12,06,640.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 42.47%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.46 Lac | -- | -- | 70.98 k | 74.97 k |
| 1911 | 1.84 Lac | 38.50 k | 26.38 | 89.93 k | 94.51 k |
| 1921 | 1.99 Lac | 14.22 k | 7.71 | 97.12 k | 1.02 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.26 Lac | 27.56 k | 13.87 | 1.11 Lac | 1.16 Lac |
| 1941 | 2.55 Lac | 28.47 k | 12.58 | 1.25 Lac | 1.30 Lac |
| 1951 | 2.76 Lac | 21.21 k | 8.33 | 1.37 Lac | 1.39 Lac |
| 1961 | 3.33 Lac | 57.54 k | 20.86 | 1.67 Lac | 1.67 Lac |
| 1971 | 4.30 Lac | 96.51 k | 28.94 | 2.17 Lac | 2.13 Lac |
| 1981 | 6.13 Lac | 1.83 Lac | 42.47 | 3.14 Lac | 2.99 Lac |
| 1991 | 8.26 Lac | 2.13 Lac | 34.83 | 4.23 Lac | 4.03 Lac |
| 2001 | 10.12 Lac | 1.86 Lac | 22.51 | 5.15 Lac | 4.97 Lac |
| 2011 | 12.07 Lac | 1.95 Lac | 19.25 | 6.13 Lac | 5.94 Lac |
Korba - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14.38 Lac (14,37,934) | 19.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 14.54 Lac (14,54,034) | 20.5% | 1.33 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 14.69 Lac (14,68,964) | 21.74% | 1.24 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 14.83 Lac (14,83,051) | 22.91% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 14.97 Lac (14,97,185) | 24.08% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 15.11 Lac (15,11,319) | 25.25% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 15.25 Lac (15,25,407) | 26.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 15.39 Lac (15,38,745) | 27.52% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 15.51 Lac (15,51,475) | 28.58% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 15.64 Lac (15,64,252) | 29.64% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 15.77 Lac (15,76,982) | 30.69% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 15.90 Lac (15,89,712) | 31.75% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 16.02 Lac (16,02,489) | 32.81% | 1.06 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Korba District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 16.02 Lac (16,02,489), with a male population of 8.12 Lac (8,11,888) and a female population of 7.91 Lac (7,90,554). This reflects a total growth of 32.81% from Korba District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.31%.