Dhira Population
As per the 2011 Census, Dhira Tehsil has a population of 22.12 k (22,119) with 10.50 k (10,498) males and 11.62 k (11,621) females.The sex ratio in Dhira is 1107, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Dhira Tehsil is 2.38 k (2,381) which is 10.76% of Dhira Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Dhira Tehsil is 922 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Dhira Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Kangra District in the state of HIMACHAL PRADESH in India.
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Dhira Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Dhira Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 24.13 k (24,133), indicating a 9.1% increased from Dhira's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 11.45 k, and the estimated female population is 12.68 k.
Dhira Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Dhira Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 24.25 k (24,252), projecting a 9.64% increased from Dhira's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 11.51 k, and the estimated female population is 12.75 k.
Dhira Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Dhira Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 21.95 k (21,948), accounting for 99.23% of the Dhira Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 10.40 k (10,395), and the Hindu female population is around 11.55 k (11,553).
Dhira Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Dhira Tehsil, with a total Buddhist population of 88 (88), accounting for 0.4% of the Dhira Tehsil population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 45 (45), and the Buddhist female population is around 43 (43).
Dhira Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 21,948 | 99.23% |
| Buddhist | 88 | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 37 | 0.17% |
| Christian | 29 | 0.13% |
| Religion not stated | 8 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 5 | 0.02% |
| Sikh | 4 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDhira Urban Population
The Urban population of Dhira Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Dhira total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Dhira Rural Population
The Rural population of Dhira Tehsil is 22.12 k (22,119), with 10.50 k (10,498) being males and 11.62 k (11,621) being females, making up 100% of the Dhira total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1107 females for every 1000 males.
Dhira Literacy Rate
Dhira Tehsil has a literacy rate of 86.47% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Dhira Tehsil is 93.12 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Dhira Tehsil is 80.59 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Dhira Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Dhira Tehsil, it is around 86.47%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Dhira
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86.47 | 93.12 | 80.59 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 86.47 | 93.12 | 80.59 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Dhira
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 86.75 | 93.57 | 80.75 |
| Buddhist | 38.46 | 41.67 | 34.48 |
| Muslim | 32.43 | 34.29 | 0 |
| Christian | 72 | 75 | 69.23 |
Dhira Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Dhira Tehsil is 3.52 k (3,521) with 1.68 k (1,684) males and 1.84 k (1,837) females, which is 15.92% of Dhira Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1091 females for every 1000 males.
Dhira Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Dhira Tehsil is 194 (194) with 85 (85) males and 109 (109) females, which is 0.88% of Dhira Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1283 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Dhira
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1107 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 1107 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Dhira
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1112 |
| Buddhist | 956 |
| Muslim | 0 |
| Christian | 934 |
Dhira Area & Households
The Total Area of Dhira Tehsil is 81.19 Square KM, with a population density of 272 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Dhira Tehsil are 115.The Total Number of households in Dhira Tehsil are 5.30 k(5,298).
Dhira Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Dhira Tehsil, there are about 9.44 k (9,437) workers, making up nearly 42.66% of the Dhira Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 5.27 k (5,274) are male workers, and about 4.16 k (4,163) are female workers.
Dhira - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 24.13 k (24,133) | 9.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 24.25 k (24,252) | 9.64% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 24.35 k (24,351) | 10.09% | 0.45 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 24.43 k (24,434) | 10.47% | 0.38 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 24.52 k (24,521) | 10.86% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 24.60 k (24,604) | 11.23% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 24.69 k (24,691) | 11.62% | 0.39 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 24.75 k (24,752) | 11.9% | 0.28 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 24.80 k (24,800) | 12.12% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 24.85 k (24,848) | 12.34% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 24.89 k (24,893) | 12.54% | 0.2 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 24.94 k (24,941) | 12.76% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 24.99 k (24,989) | 12.97% | 0.21 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Dhira Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 24.99 k (24,989), with a male population of 11.85 k (11,852) and a female population of 13.14 k (13,139). This reflects a total growth of 12.97% from Dhira Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.32%.