Raigarh Population
As per the 2011 Census, Raigarh District has a population of 14.94 Lac (14,93,984) with 7.50 Lac (7,50,278) males and 7.44 Lac (7,43,706) females.The sex ratio in Raigarh is 992, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Raigarh District is 1.95 Lac (1,95,069) which is 13.06% of Raigarh District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Raigarh District is 947 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Raigarh District is listed as part of CHHATTISGARH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Raigarh Population Census 2011
- Raigarh 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
Raigarh Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Raigarh District current estimated population is projected to be 17.80 Lac (17,80,358), indicating a 19.17% increased from Raigarh's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.93 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.88 Lac.
Raigarh Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Raigarh District estimated population is projected to be 18.00 Lac (18,00,291), projecting a 20.5% increased from Raigarh's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 9.03 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.98 Lac.
Raigarh Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Raigarh District, with a total Hindu population of 14.23 Lac (14,22,986), accounting for 95.25% of the Raigarh District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.14 Lac (7,14,205), and the Hindu female population is around 7.09 Lac (7,08,781).
Raigarh Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Raigarh District, with a total Christian population of 47.65 k (47,653), accounting for 3.19% of the Raigarh District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 23.68 k (23,682), and the Christian female population is around 23.97 k (23,971).
Raigarh Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 14,22,986 | 95.25% |
| Christian | 47,653 | 3.19% |
| Muslim | 17,332 | 1.16% |
| Sikh | 2,117 | 0.14% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,782 | 0.12% |
| Religion not stated | 924 | 0.06% |
| Buddhist | 781 | 0.05% |
| Jain | 409 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationRaigarh Urban Population
The Urban population of Raigarh District is 2.46 Lac (2,46,302), with 1.26 Lac (1,26,461) being males and 1.20 Lac (1,19,841) being females, making up 16.49% of the Raigarh total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 948 females for every 1000 males.
Raigarh Rural Population
The Rural population of Raigarh District is 12.48 Lac (12,47,682), with 6.24 Lac (6,23,817) being males and 6.24 Lac (6,23,865) being females, making up 83.51% of the Raigarh total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1001 females for every 1000 males.
Raigarh Literacy Rate
Raigarh District has a literacy rate of 73.26% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Raigarh District is 83.49 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Raigarh District is 63.02 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Raigarh District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.22%, while in the rural regions of Raigarh District, it is around 70.89%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Raigarh
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 73.26 | 83.49 | 63.02 |
| Urban Area | 85.22 | 92.01 | 78.09 |
| Rural Area | 70.89 | 81.75 | 60.1 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Raigarh
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 73.2 | 83.58 | 62.82 |
| Christian | 69.3 | 76.83 | 61.93 |
| Muslim | 86.42 | 91.93 | 80.04 |
| Sikh | 95.5 | 96.98 | 93.87 |
Raigarh Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Raigarh District is 2.25 Lac (2,24,942) with 1.12 Lac (1,12,111) males and 1.13 Lac (1,12,831) females, which is 15.06% of Raigarh District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1007 females for every 1000 males.
Raigarh Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Raigarh District is 5.06 Lac (5,05,609) with 2.50 Lac (2,50,473) males and 2.55 Lac (2,55,136) females, which is 33.84% of Raigarh District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1019 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Raigarh
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 992 |
| Urban Area | 948 |
| Rural Area | 1001 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Raigarh
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 993 |
| Christian | 1013 |
| Muslim | 873 |
| Sikh | 896 |
Raigarh Area & Households
The Total Area of Raigarh District is 7,086 Square KM, with a population density of 211 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Raigarh District are 10 and the Total Number of Villages in Raigarh District are 1,466.The Total Number of households in Raigarh District are 3.68 Lac(3,67,962).
Raigarh Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Raigarh District, there are about 6.90 Lac (6,90,167) workers, making up nearly 46.2% of the Raigarh District total population. Out of these, around 4.29 Lac (4,29,211) are male workers, and about 2.61 Lac (2,60,956) are female workers.
Raigarh - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Raigarh district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,69,467, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 14,93,984 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1911. The growth rate of 29.48% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 17.03%.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.
Raigarh District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,69,467 to 14,93,984.
- The year 1911 stands out with a growth rate of 29.48%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.69 Lac | -- | -- | 1.34 Lac | 1.36 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.49 Lac | 79.44 k | 29.48 | 1.73 Lac | 1.76 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.64 Lac | 15.33 k | 4.39 | 1.81 Lac | 1.84 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.34 Lac | 70.20 k | 19.27 | 2.15 Lac | 2.19 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.95 Lac | 60.53 k | 13.93 | 2.46 Lac | 2.49 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.36 Lac | 41.17 k | 8.32 | 2.62 Lac | 2.74 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.47 Lac | 1.11 Lac | 20.69 | 3.21 Lac | 3.27 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.81 Lac | 1.34 Lac | 20.69 | 3.88 Lac | 3.92 Lac |
| 1981 | 8.82 Lac | 1.01 Lac | 12.97 | 4.39 Lac | 4.43 Lac |
| 1991 | 10.66 Lac | 1.84 Lac | 20.82 | 5.33 Lac | 5.33 Lac |
| 2001 | 12.66 Lac | 2.00 Lac | 18.72 | 6.35 Lac | 6.31 Lac |
| 2011 | 14.94 Lac | 2.28 Lac | 18.05 | 7.50 Lac | 7.44 Lac |
Raigarh - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 17.80 Lac (17,80,358) | 19.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 18.00 Lac (18,00,291) | 20.5% | 1.33 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 18.19 Lac (18,18,776) | 21.74% | 1.24 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 18.36 Lac (18,36,218) | 22.91% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 18.54 Lac (18,53,718) | 24.08% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 18.71 Lac (18,71,218) | 25.25% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 18.89 Lac (18,88,660) | 26.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 19.05 Lac (19,05,175) | 27.52% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 19.21 Lac (19,20,936) | 28.58% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 19.37 Lac (19,36,756) | 29.64% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 19.53 Lac (19,52,517) | 30.69% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 19.68 Lac (19,68,279) | 31.75% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 19.84 Lac (19,84,098) | 32.81% | 1.06 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Raigarh District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 19.84 Lac (19,84,098), with a male population of 9.94 Lac (9,93,844) and a female population of 9.90 Lac (9,90,256). This reflects a total growth of 32.81% from Raigarh District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.