Mahasamund Population
As per the 2011 Census, Mahasamund District has a population of 10.33 Lac (10,32,754) with 5.12 Lac (5,11,967) males and 5.21 Lac (5,20,787) females.The sex ratio in Mahasamund is 1018, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Mahasamund District is 1.34 Lac (1,34,448) which is 13.02% of Mahasamund District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Mahasamund District is 972 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Mahasamund District is listed as part of CHHATTISGARH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Mahasamund Population Census 2011
- Mahasamund 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
Mahasamund Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Mahasamund District current estimated population is projected to be 12.31 Lac (12,30,717), indicating a 19.17% increased from Mahasamund's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.09 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.22 Lac.
Mahasamund Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Mahasamund District estimated population is projected to be 12.44 Lac (12,44,497), projecting a 20.5% increased from Mahasamund's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.16 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.29 Lac.
Mahasamund Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Mahasamund District, with a total Hindu population of 10.08 Lac (10,08,061), accounting for 97.61% of the Mahasamund District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.00 Lac (4,99,616), and the Hindu female population is around 5.08 Lac (5,08,445).
Mahasamund Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Mahasamund District, with a total Muslim population of 12.57 k (12,570), accounting for 1.22% of the Mahasamund District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 6.32 k (6,318), and the Muslim female population is around 6.25 k (6,252).
Mahasamund Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 10,08,061 | 97.61% |
| Muslim | 12,570 | 1.22% |
| Christian | 5,284 | 0.51% |
| Sikh | 2,941 | 0.28% |
| Jain | 1,495 | 0.14% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,417 | 0.14% |
| Buddhist | 521 | 0.05% |
| Religion not stated | 465 | 0.05% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMahasamund Urban Population
The Urban population of Mahasamund District is 1.20 Lac (1,20,152), with 60.28 k (60,276) being males and 59.88 k (59,876) being females, making up 11.63% of the Mahasamund total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 994 females for every 1000 males.
Mahasamund Rural Population
The Rural population of Mahasamund District is 9.13 Lac (9,12,602), with 4.52 Lac (4,51,691) being males and 4.61 Lac (4,60,911) being females, making up 88.37% of the Mahasamund total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1021 females for every 1000 males.
Mahasamund Literacy Rate
Mahasamund District has a literacy rate of 71.02% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Mahasamund District is 82.05 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Mahasamund District is 60.25 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Mahasamund District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.83%, while in the rural regions of Mahasamund District, it is around 69.59%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Mahasamund
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71.02 | 82.05 | 60.25 |
| Urban Area | 81.83 | 89.37 | 74.28 |
| Rural Area | 69.59 | 81.06 | 58.42 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Mahasamund
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 70.59 | 81.76 | 59.7 |
| Muslim | 86.91 | 92.83 | 80.92 |
| Christian | 89.8 | 93.93 | 86.11 |
| Sikh | 94.34 | 96.69 | 91.71 |
Mahasamund Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Mahasamund District is 1.40 Lac (1,39,581) with 68.97 k (68,968) males and 70.61 k (70,613) females, which is 13.52% of Mahasamund District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1024 females for every 1000 males.
Mahasamund Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Mahasamund District is 2.80 Lac (2,79,896) with 1.37 Lac (1,37,339) males and 1.43 Lac (1,42,557) females, which is 27.1% of Mahasamund District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1038 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Mahasamund
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1018 |
| Urban Area | 994 |
| Rural Area | 1021 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Mahasamund
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1018 |
| Muslim | 990 |
| Christian | 1113 |
| Sikh | 905 |
Mahasamund Area & Households
The Total Area of Mahasamund District is 4,790 Square KM, with a population density of 216 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Mahasamund District are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Mahasamund District are 1,145.The Total Number of households in Mahasamund District are 2.49 Lac(2,48,561).
Mahasamund Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Mahasamund District, there are about 4.99 Lac (4,99,260) workers, making up nearly 48.34% of the Mahasamund District total population. Out of these, around 2.92 Lac (2,91,858) are male workers, and about 2.07 Lac (2,07,402) are female workers.
Mahasamund - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Mahasamund district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,31,053, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 10,32,754 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 23.37% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 14.73%.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.
Mahasamund District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,31,053 to 10,32,754.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 23.37%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.31 Lac | -- | -- | 1.12 Lac | 1.19 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.78 Lac | 46.69 k | 20.21 | 1.35 Lac | 1.43 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.95 Lac | 16.87 k | 6.07 | 1.43 Lac | 1.51 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.24 Lac | 29.27 k | 9.94 | 1.57 Lac | 1.67 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.59 Lac | 35.55 k | 10.98 | 1.75 Lac | 1.85 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.89 Lac | 29.23 k | 8.13 | 1.90 Lac | 1.99 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.56 Lac | 67.55 k | 17.38 | 2.23 Lac | 2.33 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.63 Lac | 1.07 Lac | 23.37 | 2.77 Lac | 2.86 Lac |
| 1981 | 6.63 Lac | 99.91 k | 17.75 | 3.27 Lac | 3.35 Lac |
| 1991 | 7.91 Lac | 1.28 Lac | 19.38 | 3.93 Lac | 3.98 Lac |
| 2001 | 8.60 Lac | 69.06 k | 8.73 | 4.26 Lac | 4.34 Lac |
| 2011 | 10.33 Lac | 1.72 Lac | 20.05 | 5.12 Lac | 5.21 Lac |
Mahasamund - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12.31 Lac (12,30,717) | 19.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 12.44 Lac (12,44,497) | 20.5% | 1.33 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 12.57 Lac (12,57,275) | 21.74% | 1.24 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 12.69 Lac (12,69,332) | 22.91% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 12.81 Lac (12,81,429) | 24.08% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 12.94 Lac (12,93,527) | 25.25% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 13.06 Lac (13,05,584) | 26.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 13.17 Lac (13,17,000) | 27.52% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 13.28 Lac (13,27,896) | 28.58% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 13.39 Lac (13,38,831) | 29.64% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 13.50 Lac (13,49,727) | 30.69% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 13.61 Lac (13,60,622) | 31.75% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 13.72 Lac (13,71,558) | 32.81% | 1.06 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Mahasamund District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 13.72 Lac (13,71,558), with a male population of 6.78 Lac (6,78,169) and a female population of 6.93 Lac (6,93,436). This reflects a total growth of 32.81% from Mahasamund District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.31%.