Surguja Population
As per the 2011 Census, Surguja District has a population of 23.60 Lac (23,59,886) with 11.93 Lac (11,93,129) males and 11.67 Lac (11,66,757) females.The sex ratio in Surguja is 978, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Surguja District is 3.80 Lac (3,80,445) which is 16.12% of Surguja District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Surguja District is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Surguja District is listed as part of CHHATTISGARH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Surguja Population Census 2011
- Surguja 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
Surguja Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Surguja District current estimated population is projected to be 28.12 Lac (28,12,239), indicating a 19.17% increased from Surguja's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 14.20 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.93 Lac.
Surguja Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Surguja District estimated population is projected to be 28.44 Lac (28,43,726), projecting a 20.5% increased from Surguja's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 14.35 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.08 Lac.
Surguja Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Surguja District, with a total Hindu population of 21.26 Lac (21,26,195), accounting for 90.1% of the Surguja District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 10.76 Lac (10,75,966), and the Hindu female population is around 10.50 Lac (10,50,229).
Surguja Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Surguja District, with a total Christian population of 97.43 k (97,432), accounting for 4.13% of the Surguja District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 47.92 k (47,920), and the Christian female population is around 49.51 k (49,512).
Surguja Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 21,26,195 | 90.1% |
| Christian | 97,432 | 4.13% |
| Muslim | 81,442 | 3.45% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 48,295 | 2.05% |
| Religion not stated | 2,309 | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 2,303 | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 1,287 | 0.05% |
| Jain | 623 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSurguja Urban Population
The Urban population of Surguja District is 2.43 Lac (2,42,921), with 1.25 Lac (1,25,221) being males and 1.18 Lac (1,17,700) being females, making up 10.29% of the Surguja total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 940 females for every 1000 males.
Surguja Rural Population
The Rural population of Surguja District is 21.17 Lac (21,16,965), with 10.68 Lac (10,67,908) being males and 10.49 Lac (10,49,057) being females, making up 89.71% of the Surguja total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 983 females for every 1000 males.
Surguja Literacy Rate
Surguja District has a literacy rate of 60.01% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Surguja District is 69.53 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Surguja District is 50.32 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Surguja District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 84.49%, while in the rural regions of Surguja District, it is around 57.07%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Surguja
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60.01 | 69.53 | 50.32 |
| Urban Area | 84.49 | 90.08 | 78.58 |
| Rural Area | 57.07 | 67 | 46.99 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Surguja
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 58.89 | 68.6 | 48.97 |
| Christian | 71.48 | 77.25 | 65.96 |
| Muslim | 75.85 | 84.91 | 66.41 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 56.57 | 66.51 | 46.56 |
Surguja Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Surguja District is 1.16 Lac (1,15,652) with 58.28 k (58,281) males and 57.37 k (57,371) females, which is 4.9% of Surguja District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 985 females for every 1000 males.
Surguja Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Surguja District is 13.01 Lac (13,00,628) with 6.53 Lac (6,52,799) males and 6.48 Lac (6,47,829) females, which is 55.11% of Surguja District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 993 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Surguja
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 978 |
| Urban Area | 940 |
| Rural Area | 983 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Surguja
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 977 |
| Christian | 1034 |
| Muslim | 961 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 986 |
Surguja Area & Households
The Total Area of Surguja District is 15,732 Square KM, with a population density of 150 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Surguja District are 16 and the Total Number of Villages in Surguja District are 1,750.The Total Number of households in Surguja District are 5.26 Lac(5,26,049).
Surguja Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Surguja District, there are about 11.56 Lac (11,55,807) workers, making up nearly 48.98% of the Surguja District total population. Out of these, around 6.50 Lac (6,49,888) are male workers, and about 5.06 Lac (5,05,919) are female workers.
Surguja - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Surguja district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,22,614, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 23,59,886 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1931. The growth rate of 28.71% 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 20.28%.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.
Surguja District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,22,614 to 23,59,886.
- The year 1931 stands out with a growth rate of 28.71%.
- 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 | 3.23 Lac | -- | -- | 1.64 Lac | 1.59 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.10 Lac | 87.13 k | 27.01 | 2.08 Lac | 2.01 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.81 Lac | -29.06 k | -7.09 | 1.94 Lac | 1.86 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.90 Lac | 1.09 Lac | 28.71 | 2.49 Lac | 2.41 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.57 Lac | 66.60 k | 13.59 | 2.85 Lac | 2.71 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.54 Lac | 97.14 k | 17.45 | 3.34 Lac | 3.19 Lac |
| 1961 | 8.05 Lac | 1.51 Lac | 23.15 | 4.07 Lac | 3.98 Lac |
| 1971 | 10.35 Lac | 2.30 Lac | 28.61 | 5.24 Lac | 5.11 Lac |
| 1981 | 12.49 Lac | 2.13 Lac | 20.61 | 6.33 Lac | 6.16 Lac |
| 1991 | 15.82 Lac | 3.33 Lac | 26.68 | 8.05 Lac | 7.77 Lac |
| 2001 | 19.72 Lac | 3.90 Lac | 24.67 | 10.00 Lac | 9.72 Lac |
| 2011 | 23.60 Lac | 3.88 Lac | 19.66 | 11.93 Lac | 11.67 Lac |
Surguja - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 28.12 Lac (28,12,239) | 19.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 28.44 Lac (28,43,726) | 20.5% | 1.33 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 28.73 Lac (28,72,925) | 21.74% | 1.24 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 29.00 Lac (29,00,476) | 22.91% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 29.28 Lac (29,28,119) | 24.08% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 29.56 Lac (29,55,762) | 25.25% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 29.83 Lac (29,83,313) | 26.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 30.09 Lac (30,09,400) | 27.52% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 30.34 Lac (30,34,297) | 28.58% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 30.59 Lac (30,59,285) | 29.64% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 30.84 Lac (30,84,182) | 30.69% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 31.09 Lac (31,09,078) | 31.75% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 31.34 Lac (31,34,067) | 32.81% | 1.06 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Surguja District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 31.34 Lac (31,34,067), with a male population of 15.80 Lac (15,80,459) and a female population of 15.54 Lac (15,53,555). This reflects a total growth of 32.81% from Surguja District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.31%.