Dhatwal Population
As per the 2011 Census, Dhatwal Tehsil has a population of 37.62 k (37,621) with 17.58 k (17,579) males and 20.04 k (20,042) females.The sex ratio in Dhatwal is 1141, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Dhatwal Tehsil is 4.12 k (4,117) which is 10.94% of Dhatwal Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Dhatwal Tehsil is 886 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Dhatwal Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Hamirpur District in the state of HIMACHAL PRADESH in India.
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Dhatwal Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Dhatwal Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 41.05 k (41,046), indicating a 9.1% increased from Dhatwal's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 19.17 k, and the estimated female population is 21.88 k.
Dhatwal Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Dhatwal Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 41.25 k (41,248), projecting a 9.64% increased from Dhatwal's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 19.27 k, and the estimated female population is 21.98 k.
Dhatwal Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Dhatwal Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 37.35 k (37,354), accounting for 99.29% of the Dhatwal Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 17.44 k (17,438), and the Hindu female population is around 19.92 k (19,916).
Dhatwal Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Dhatwal Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 180 (180), accounting for 0.48% of the Dhatwal Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 94 (94), and the Muslim female population is around 86 (86).
Dhatwal Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 37,354 | 99.29% |
| Muslim | 180 | 0.48% |
| Sikh | 42 | 0.11% |
| Christian | 23 | 0.06% |
| Religion not stated | 20 | 0.05% |
| Jain | 2 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 0 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDhatwal Urban Population
The Urban population of Dhatwal Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Dhatwal total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Dhatwal Rural Population
The Rural population of Dhatwal Tehsil is 37.62 k (37,621), with 17.58 k (17,579) being males and 20.04 k (20,042) being females, making up 100% of the Dhatwal total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1141 females for every 1000 males.
Dhatwal Literacy Rate
Dhatwal Tehsil has a literacy rate of 86.93% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Dhatwal Tehsil is 93.52 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Dhatwal Tehsil is 81.33 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Dhatwal Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Dhatwal Tehsil, it is around 86.93%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Dhatwal
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86.93 | 93.52 | 81.33 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 86.93 | 93.52 | 81.33 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Dhatwal
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 86.94 | 93.57 | 81.31 |
| Muslim | 83.02 | 85.37 | 80.52 |
| Sikh | 89.74 | 91.3 | 87.5 |
| Christian | 95.24 | 90 | 100 |
Dhatwal Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Dhatwal Tehsil is 8.97 k (8,967) with 4.36 k (4,359) males and 4.61 k (4,608) females, which is 23.84% of Dhatwal Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1058 females for every 1000 males.
Dhatwal Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Dhatwal Tehsil is 105 (105) with 54 (54) males and 51 (51) females, which is 0.28% of Dhatwal Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 945 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Dhatwal
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1141 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 1141 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Dhatwal
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1143 |
| Muslim | 915 |
| Sikh | 750 |
| Christian | 917 |
Dhatwal Area & Households
The Total Area of Dhatwal Tehsil is 119.35 Square KM, with a population density of 315 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Dhatwal Tehsil are 132.The Total Number of households in Dhatwal Tehsil are 8.63 k(8,628).
Dhatwal Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Dhatwal Tehsil, there are about 16.86 k (16,856) workers, making up nearly 44.8% of the Dhatwal Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 8.42 k (8,416) are male workers, and about 8.44 k (8,440) are female workers.
Dhatwal - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 41.05 k (41,046) | 9.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 41.25 k (41,248) | 9.64% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 41.42 k (41,417) | 10.09% | 0.45 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 41.56 k (41,559) | 10.47% | 0.38 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 41.71 k (41,706) | 10.86% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 41.85 k (41,848) | 11.23% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 42.00 k (41,995) | 11.62% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 42.10 k (42,099) | 11.9% | 0.28 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 42.18 k (42,180) | 12.12% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 42.26 k (42,262) | 12.34% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 42.34 k (42,338) | 12.54% | 0.2 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 42.42 k (42,420) | 12.76% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 42.50 k (42,502) | 12.97% | 0.21 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Dhatwal Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 42.50 k (42,502), with a male population of 19.85 k (19,845) and a female population of 22.66 k (22,660). This reflects a total growth of 12.97% from Dhatwal Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.32%.