Koriya Population
As per the 2011 Census, Koriya District has a population of 6.59 Lac (6,58,917) with 3.35 Lac (3,34,737) males and 3.24 Lac (3,24,180) females.The sex ratio in Koriya is 969, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Koriya District is 95.78 k (95,784) which is 14.54% of Koriya District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Koriya District is 969 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Koriya District is listed as part of CHHATTISGARH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Koriya Population Census 2011
- Koriya 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
Koriya Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Koriya District current estimated population is projected to be 7.85 Lac (7,85,221), indicating a 19.17% increased from Koriya's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.98 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.87 Lac.
Koriya Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Koriya District estimated population is projected to be 7.94 Lac (7,94,013), projecting a 20.5% increased from Koriya's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 4.03 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.91 Lac.
Koriya Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Koriya District, with a total Hindu population of 6.04 Lac (6,04,259), accounting for 91.7% of the Koriya District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 3.07 Lac (3,06,769), and the Hindu female population is around 2.97 Lac (2,97,490).
Koriya Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Koriya District, with a total Muslim population of 25.88 k (25,878), accounting for 3.93% of the Koriya District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 13.42 k (13,422), and the Muslim female population is around 12.46 k (12,456).
Koriya Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 6,04,259 | 91.7% |
| Muslim | 25,878 | 3.93% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 15,474 | 2.35% |
| Christian | 9,398 | 1.43% |
| Sikh | 1,391 | 0.21% |
| Religion not stated | 1,278 | 0.19% |
| Jain | 1,155 | 0.18% |
| Buddhist | 84 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKoriya Urban Population
The Urban population of Koriya District is 2.05 Lac (2,05,299), with 1.06 Lac (1,06,399) being males and 98.90 k (98,900) being females, making up 31.16% of the Koriya total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 930 females for every 1000 males.
Koriya Rural Population
The Rural population of Koriya District is 4.54 Lac (4,53,618), with 2.28 Lac (2,28,338) being males and 2.25 Lac (2,25,280) being females, making up 68.84% of the Koriya total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 987 females for every 1000 males.
Koriya Literacy Rate
Koriya District has a literacy rate of 70.64% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Koriya District is 80.37 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Koriya District is 60.6 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Koriya District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.49%, while in the rural regions of Koriya District, it is around 65.45%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Koriya
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70.64 | 80.37 | 60.6 |
| Urban Area | 81.49 | 89.03 | 73.41 |
| Rural Area | 65.45 | 76.11 | 54.64 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Koriya
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 69.85 | 79.83 | 59.55 |
| Muslim | 84.84 | 90.54 | 78.65 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 62.89 | 73.38 | 52.25 |
| Christian | 85.67 | 90.57 | 80.81 |
Koriya Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Koriya District is 54.78 k (54,776) with 27.68 k (27,682) males and 27.09 k (27,094) females, which is 8.31% of Koriya District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 979 females for every 1000 males.
Koriya Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Koriya District is 3.04 Lac (3,04,280) with 1.53 Lac (1,52,659) males and 1.52 Lac (1,51,621) females, which is 46.18% of Koriya District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 994 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Koriya
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 969 |
| Urban Area | 930 |
| Rural Area | 987 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Koriya
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 970 |
| Muslim | 929 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 974 |
| Christian | 985 |
Koriya Area & Households
The Total Area of Koriya District is 6,604 Square KM, with a population density of 100 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Koriya District are 8 and the Total Number of Villages in Koriya District are 636.The Total Number of households in Koriya District are 1.53 Lac(1,53,274).
Koriya Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Koriya District, there are about 3.07 Lac (3,07,071) workers, making up nearly 46.6% of the Koriya District total population. Out of these, around 1.85 Lac (1,85,483) are male workers, and about 1.22 Lac (1,21,588) are female workers.
Koriya - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Koriya district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 83,058, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 6,58,917 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 37.65% 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 21.34%.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.
Koriya District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 83,058 to 6,58,917.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 37.65%.
- 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 | 83.06 k | -- | -- | 42.16 k | 40.90 k |
| 1911 | 1.05 Lac | 22.43 k | 27.01 | 53.66 k | 51.83 k |
| 1921 | 98.01 k | -7.48 k | -7.09 | 50.04 k | 47.97 k |
| 1931 | 1.26 Lac | 28.14 k | 28.71 | 64.22 k | 61.93 k |
| 1941 | 1.43 Lac | 17.15 k | 13.59 | 73.47 k | 69.83 k |
| 1951 | 1.68 Lac | 25.01 k | 17.45 | 86.24 k | 82.07 k |
| 1961 | 2.32 Lac | 63.37 k | 37.65 | 1.23 Lac | 1.08 Lac |
| 1971 | 2.91 Lac | 59.40 k | 25.64 | 1.51 Lac | 1.40 Lac |
| 1981 | 3.85 Lac | 93.68 k | 32.18 | 2.00 Lac | 1.85 Lac |
| 1991 | 5.01 Lac | 1.16 Lac | 30.15 | 2.60 Lac | 2.41 Lac |
| 2001 | 5.86 Lac | 85.57 k | 17.09 | 3.01 Lac | 2.85 Lac |
| 2011 | 6.59 Lac | 72.59 k | 12.38 | 3.35 Lac | 3.24 Lac |
Koriya - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7.85 Lac (7,85,221) | 19.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 7.94 Lac (7,94,013) | 20.5% | 1.33 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 8.02 Lac (8,02,166) | 21.74% | 1.24 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 8.10 Lac (8,09,859) | 22.91% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 8.18 Lac (8,17,577) | 24.08% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 8.25 Lac (8,25,295) | 25.25% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 8.33 Lac (8,32,988) | 26.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 8.40 Lac (8,40,272) | 27.52% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 8.47 Lac (8,47,223) | 28.58% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 8.54 Lac (8,54,200) | 29.64% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 8.61 Lac (8,61,152) | 30.69% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 8.68 Lac (8,68,104) | 31.75% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 8.75 Lac (8,75,081) | 32.81% | 1.06 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Koriya District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 8.75 Lac (8,75,081), with a male population of 4.43 Lac (4,43,404) and a female population of 4.32 Lac (4,31,651). This reflects a total growth of 32.81% from Koriya District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.