Premnagar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Premnagar Tehsil has a population of 64.80 k (64,797) with 32.58 k (32,579) males and 32.22 k (32,218) females.The sex ratio in Premnagar is 989, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Premnagar Tehsil is 10.96 k (10,956) which is 16.91% of Premnagar Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Premnagar Tehsil is 960 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Premnagar Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Surguja District in the state of CHHATTISGARH in India.
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Premnagar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Premnagar Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 77.22 k (77,218), indicating a 19.17% increased from Premnagar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 38.76 k, and the estimated female population is 38.46 k.
Premnagar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Premnagar Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 78.08 k (78,083), projecting a 20.5% increased from Premnagar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 39.19 k, and the estimated female population is 38.89 k.
Premnagar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Premnagar Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 63.04 k (63,035), accounting for 97.28% of the Premnagar Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 31.69 k (31,689), and the Hindu female population is around 31.35 k (31,346).
Premnagar Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Premnagar Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 1.06 k (1,058), accounting for 1.63% of the Premnagar Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 516 (516), and the Muslim female population is around 542 (542).
Premnagar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 63,035 | 97.28% |
| Muslim | 1,058 | 1.63% |
| Christian | 488 | 0.75% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 119 | 0.18% |
| Religion not stated | 88 | 0.14% |
| Sikh | 4 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 3 | 0% |
| Buddhist | 2 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPremnagar Urban Population
The Urban population of Premnagar Tehsil is 4.95 k (4,954), with 2.52 k (2,518) being males and 2.44 k (2,436) being females, making up 7.65% of the Premnagar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 968 females for every 1000 males.
Premnagar Rural Population
The Rural population of Premnagar Tehsil is 59.84 k (59,843), with 30.06 k (30,061) being males and 29.78 k (29,782) being females, making up 92.35% of the Premnagar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 991 females for every 1000 males.
Premnagar Literacy Rate
Premnagar Tehsil has a literacy rate of 57.09% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Premnagar Tehsil is 66.58 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Premnagar Tehsil is 47.55 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Premnagar Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 69.52%, while in the rural regions of Premnagar Tehsil, it is around 56.01%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Premnagar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57.09 | 66.58 | 47.55 |
| Urban Area | 69.52 | 77.76 | 60.94 |
| Rural Area | 56.01 | 65.59 | 46.41 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Premnagar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 56.67 | 66.19 | 47.11 |
| Muslim | 70.64 | 79.91 | 61.43 |
| Christian | 80.37 | 85.65 | 74.76 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 55 | 60.42 | 50 |
Premnagar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Premnagar Tehsil is 2.50 k (2,495) with 1.26 k (1,263) males and 1.23 k (1,232) females, which is 3.85% of Premnagar Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 976 females for every 1000 males.
Premnagar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Premnagar Tehsil is 38.98 k (38,976) with 19.46 k (19,464) males and 19.51 k (19,512) females, which is 60.15% of Premnagar Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1003 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Premnagar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 989 |
| Urban Area | 968 |
| Rural Area | 991 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Premnagar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 990 |
| Muslim | 1051 |
| Christian | 976 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1017 |
Premnagar Area & Households
The Total Area of Premnagar Tehsil is 576.21 Square KM, with a population density of 112 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Premnagar Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Premnagar Tehsil are 46.The Total Number of households in Premnagar Tehsil are 14.53 k(14,531).
Premnagar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Premnagar Tehsil, there are about 35.46 k (35,455) workers, making up nearly 54.72% of the Premnagar Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 18.36 k (18,356) are male workers, and about 17.10 k (17,099) are female workers.
Premnagar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 77.22 k (77,218) | 19.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 78.08 k (78,083) | 20.5% | 1.33 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 78.88 k (78,884) | 21.74% | 1.24 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 79.64 k (79,641) | 22.91% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 80.40 k (80,400) | 24.08% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 81.16 k (81,159) | 25.25% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 81.92 k (81,915) | 26.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 82.63 k (82,632) | 27.52% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 83.32 k (83,315) | 28.58% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 84.00 k (84,001) | 29.64% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 84.69 k (84,685) | 30.69% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 85.37 k (85,369) | 31.75% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 86.06 k (86,055) | 32.81% | 1.06 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Premnagar Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 86.06 k (86,055), with a male population of 43.16 k (43,156) and a female population of 42.90 k (42,899). This reflects a total growth of 32.81% from Premnagar Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.