Raipur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Raipur District has a population of 40.64 Lac (40,63,872) with 20.48 Lac (20,48,186) males and 20.16 Lac (20,15,686) females.The sex ratio in Raipur is 985, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Raipur District is 5.83 Lac (5,83,382) which is 14.36% of Raipur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Raipur District is 968 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Raipur District is listed as part of CHHATTISGARH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Raipur Population Census 2011
- Raipur 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
Raipur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Raipur District current estimated population is projected to be 48.43 Lac (48,42,852), indicating a 19.17% increased from Raipur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 24.37 Lac, and the estimated female population is 24.06 Lac.
Raipur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Raipur District estimated population is projected to be 48.97 Lac (48,97,075), projecting a 20.5% increased from Raipur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 24.64 Lac, and the estimated female population is 24.33 Lac.
Raipur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Raipur District, with a total Hindu population of 38.81 Lac (38,81,485), accounting for 95.51% of the Raipur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 19.56 Lac (19,55,550), and the Hindu female population is around 19.26 Lac (19,25,935).
Raipur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Raipur District, with a total Muslim population of 1.03 Lac (1,03,038), accounting for 2.54% of the Raipur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 52.63 k (52,633), and the Muslim female population is around 50.41 k (50,405).
Raipur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 38,81,485 | 95.51% |
| Muslim | 1,03,038 | 2.54% |
| Christian | 23,181 | 0.57% |
| Jain | 17,137 | 0.42% |
| Sikh | 16,707 | 0.41% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 10,680 | 0.26% |
| Buddhist | 8,397 | 0.21% |
| Religion not stated | 3,247 | 0.08% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationRaipur Urban Population
The Urban population of Raipur District is 14.83 Lac (14,83,289), with 7.60 Lac (7,59,619) being males and 7.24 Lac (7,23,670) being females, making up 36.5% of the Raipur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 953 females for every 1000 males.
Raipur Rural Population
The Rural population of Raipur District is 25.81 Lac (25,80,583), with 12.89 Lac (12,88,567) being males and 12.92 Lac (12,92,016) being females, making up 63.5% of the Raipur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1003 females for every 1000 males.
Raipur Literacy Rate
Raipur District has a literacy rate of 75.56% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Raipur District is 85.24 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Raipur District is 65.75 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Raipur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 84.24%, while in the rural regions of Raipur District, it is around 70.47%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Raipur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75.56 | 85.24 | 65.75 |
| Urban Area | 84.24 | 90.32 | 77.85 |
| Rural Area | 70.47 | 82.18 | 58.83 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Raipur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 74.92 | 84.88 | 64.84 |
| Muslim | 87.37 | 91.5 | 83.06 |
| Christian | 92.7 | 94.51 | 90.98 |
| Jain | 97.98 | 98.61 | 97.32 |
Raipur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Raipur District is 7.24 Lac (7,24,250) with 3.62 Lac (3,62,284) males and 3.62 Lac (3,61,966) females, which is 17.82% of Raipur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1000 females for every 1000 males.
Raipur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Raipur District is 4.76 Lac (4,76,446) with 2.35 Lac (2,35,271) males and 2.41 Lac (2,41,175) females, which is 11.72% of Raipur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1026 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Raipur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 985 |
| Urban Area | 953 |
| Rural Area | 1003 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Raipur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 985 |
| Muslim | 958 |
| Christian | 1038 |
| Jain | 955 |
Raipur Area & Households
The Total Area of Raipur District is 12,383 Square KM, with a population density of 328 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Raipur District are 26 and the Total Number of Villages in Raipur District are 2,149.The Total Number of households in Raipur District are 8.71 Lac(8,71,225).
Raipur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Raipur District, there are about 17.58 Lac (17,57,664) workers, making up nearly 43.25% of the Raipur District total population. Out of these, around 11.00 Lac (10,99,964) are male workers, and about 6.58 Lac (6,57,700) are female workers.
Raipur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Raipur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 5,79,370, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 40,63,872 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 34.81% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 19.78%.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.
Raipur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 5,79,370 to 40,63,872.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 34.81%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 5.79 Lac | -- | -- | 2.81 Lac | 2.98 Lac |
| 1911 | 6.96 Lac | 1.17 Lac | 20.21 | 3.39 Lac | 3.57 Lac |
| 1921 | 7.39 Lac | 42.31 k | 6.07 | 3.59 Lac | 3.80 Lac |
| 1931 | 8.12 Lac | 73.40 k | 9.94 | 3.93 Lac | 4.19 Lac |
| 1941 | 9.01 Lac | 89.14 k | 10.98 | 4.38 Lac | 4.63 Lac |
| 1951 | 9.75 Lac | 73.28 k | 8.13 | 4.78 Lac | 4.97 Lac |
| 1961 | 12.17 Lac | 2.42 Lac | 24.86 | 6.00 Lac | 6.17 Lac |
| 1971 | 16.40 Lac | 4.24 Lac | 34.81 | 8.21 Lac | 8.20 Lac |
| 1981 | 19.43 Lac | 3.03 Lac | 18.46 | 9.71 Lac | 9.72 Lac |
| 1991 | 25.29 Lac | 5.86 Lac | 30.14 | 12.75 Lac | 12.54 Lac |
| 2001 | 30.17 Lac | 4.88 Lac | 19.29 | 15.24 Lac | 14.93 Lac |
| 2011 | 40.64 Lac | 10.47 Lac | 34.7 | 20.48 Lac | 20.16 Lac |
Raipur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 48.43 Lac (48,42,852) | 19.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 48.97 Lac (48,97,075) | 20.5% | 1.33 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 49.47 Lac (49,47,357) | 21.74% | 1.24 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 49.95 Lac (49,94,802) | 22.91% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 50.42 Lac (50,42,405) | 24.08% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 50.90 Lac (50,90,007) | 25.25% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 51.37 Lac (51,37,452) | 26.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 51.82 Lac (51,82,375) | 27.52% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 52.25 Lac (52,25,249) | 28.58% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 52.68 Lac (52,68,280) | 29.64% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 53.11 Lac (53,11,154) | 30.69% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 53.54 Lac (53,54,028) | 31.75% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 53.97 Lac (53,97,060) | 32.81% | 1.06 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Raipur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 53.97 Lac (53,97,060), with a male population of 27.13 Lac (27,13,096) and a female population of 26.84 Lac (26,83,917). This reflects a total growth of 32.81% from Raipur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.31%.