Chaurah Population
As per the 2011 Census, Chaurah Tehsil has a population of 78.99 k (78,988) with 40.15 k (40,152) males and 38.84 k (38,836) females.The sex ratio in Chaurah is 968, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Chaurah Tehsil is 12.09 k (12,093) which is 15.31% of Chaurah Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Chaurah Tehsil is 1013 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Chaurah Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Chamba District in the state of HIMACHAL PRADESH in India.
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Chaurah Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Chaurah Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 86.18 k (86,179), indicating a 9.1% increased from Chaurah's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 43.79 k, and the estimated female population is 42.39 k.
Chaurah Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Chaurah Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 86.60 k (86,602), projecting a 9.64% increased from Chaurah's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 44.01 k, and the estimated female population is 42.59 k.
Chaurah Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Chaurah Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 65.33 k (65,332), accounting for 82.71% of the Chaurah Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 33.23 k (33,233), and the Hindu female population is around 32.10 k (32,099).
Chaurah Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Chaurah Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 13.03 k (13,030), accounting for 16.5% of the Chaurah Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 6.60 k (6,602), and the Muslim female population is around 6.43 k (6,428).
Chaurah Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 65,332 | 82.71% |
| Muslim | 13,030 | 16.5% |
| Religion not stated | 466 | 0.59% |
| Christian | 82 | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 38 | 0.05% |
| Buddhist | 28 | 0.04% |
| Jain | 8 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 4 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationChaurah Urban Population
The Urban population of Chaurah Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Chaurah total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Chaurah Rural Population
The Rural population of Chaurah Tehsil is 78.99 k (78,988), with 40.15 k (40,152) being males and 38.84 k (38,836) being females, making up 100% of the Chaurah total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 968 females for every 1000 males.
Chaurah Literacy Rate
Chaurah Tehsil has a literacy rate of 60.44% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Chaurah Tehsil is 72.8 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Chaurah Tehsil is 47.55 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Chaurah Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Chaurah Tehsil, it is around 60.44%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Chaurah
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60.44 | 72.8 | 47.55 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 60.44 | 72.8 | 47.55 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Chaurah
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 62.02 | 74.35 | 49.15 |
| Muslim | 51.89 | 64.45 | 38.86 |
| Religion not stated | 70.69 | 81.96 | 59.49 |
| Christian | 53.73 | 57.14 | 50 |
Chaurah Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Chaurah Tehsil is 23.01 k (23,009) with 11.69 k (11,691) males and 11.32 k (11,318) females, which is 29.13% of Chaurah Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 969 females for every 1000 males.
Chaurah Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Chaurah Tehsil is 6.61 k (6,610) with 3.40 k (3,395) males and 3.22 k (3,215) females, which is 8.37% of Chaurah Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 947 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Chaurah
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 968 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 968 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Chaurah
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 966 |
| Muslim | 974 |
| Religion not stated | 1018 |
| Christian | 1050 |
Chaurah Area & Households
The Total Area of Chaurah Tehsil is 1,164.89 Square KM, with a population density of 68 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Chaurah Tehsil are 312.The Total Number of households in Chaurah Tehsil are 14.14 k(14,142).
Chaurah Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Chaurah Tehsil, there are about 43.44 k (43,437) workers, making up nearly 54.99% of the Chaurah Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 23.23 k (23,229) are male workers, and about 20.21 k (20,208) are female workers.
Chaurah - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 86.18 k (86,179) | 9.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 86.60 k (86,602) | 9.64% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 86.96 k (86,957) | 10.09% | 0.45 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 87.26 k (87,255) | 10.47% | 0.38 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 87.56 k (87,564) | 10.86% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 87.86 k (87,862) | 11.23% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 88.17 k (88,171) | 11.62% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 88.39 k (88,388) | 11.9% | 0.28 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 88.56 k (88,560) | 12.12% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 88.73 k (88,732) | 12.34% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 88.89 k (88,892) | 12.54% | 0.2 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 89.06 k (89,064) | 12.76% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 89.24 k (89,236) | 12.97% | 0.21 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Chaurah Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 89.24 k (89,236), with a male population of 45.33 k (45,328) and a female population of 43.91 k (43,908). This reflects a total growth of 12.97% from Chaurah Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.32%.