Jharkhand Population
As per the 2011 Census, Jharkhand State has a population of 3.30 Cr (3,29,88,134) with 1.69 Cr (1,69,30,315) males and 1.61 Cr (1,60,57,819) females.The sex ratio in Jharkhand is 949, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Jharkhand State is 53.89 Lac (53,89,495) which is 16.34% of Jharkhand State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Jharkhand State is 948 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Jharkhand State is listed as part of the East region of India .
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Jharkhand Population Census 2011
- Jharkhand 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
Jharkhand Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Jharkhand State current estimated population is projected to be 3.99 Cr (3,98,56,867), indicating a 20.82% increased from Jharkhand's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 2.04 Cr, and the estimated female population is 1.95 Cr.
Jharkhand Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Jharkhand State estimated population is projected to be 4.03 Cr (4,03,49,966), projecting a 22.32% increased from Jharkhand's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 2.06 Cr, and the estimated female population is 1.97 Cr.
Jharkhand Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Jharkhand State, with a total Hindu population of 2.24 Cr (2,23,76,051), accounting for 67.83% of the Jharkhand State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.16 Cr (1,15,63,951), and the Hindu female population is around 1.08 Cr (1,08,12,100).
Jharkhand Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Jharkhand State, with a total Muslim population of 47.94 Lac (47,93,994), accounting for 14.53% of the Jharkhand State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 24.67 Lac (24,67,219), and the Muslim female population is around 23.27 Lac (23,26,775).
Jharkhand Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 2,23,76,051 | 67.83% |
| Muslim | 47,93,994 | 14.53% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 42,35,786 | 12.84% |
| Christian | 14,18,608 | 4.3% |
| Sikh | 71,422 | 0.22% |
| Religion not stated | 68,343 | 0.21% |
| Jain | 14,974 | 0.05% |
| Buddhist | 8,956 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationJharkhand Urban Population
The Urban population of Jharkhand State is 79.33 Lac (79,33,061), with 41.54 Lac (41,53,829) being males and 37.79 Lac (37,79,232) being females, making up 24.05% of the Jharkhand total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 910 females for every 1000 males.
Jharkhand Rural Population
The Rural population of Jharkhand State is 2.51 Cr (2,50,55,073), with 1.28 Cr (1,27,76,486) being males and 1.23 Cr (1,22,78,587) being females, making up 75.95% of the Jharkhand total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Jharkhand Literacy Rate
Jharkhand State has a literacy rate of 66.41% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Jharkhand State is 76.84 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Jharkhand State is 55.42 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Jharkhand State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 82.26%, while in the rural regions of Jharkhand State, it is around 61.11%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Jharkhand
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66.41 | 76.84 | 55.42 |
| Urban Area | 82.26 | 88.44 | 75.47 |
| Rural Area | 61.11 | 72.86 | 48.91 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Jharkhand
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 67.66 | 78.26 | 56.32 |
| Muslim | 66.21 | 75.38 | 56.43 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 56.39 | 68.51 | 44.38 |
| Christian | 74.95 | 81.62 | 68.52 |
Jharkhand Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Jharkhand State is 39.86 Lac (39,85,644) with 20.43 Lac (20,43,458) males and 19.42 Lac (19,42,186) females, which is 12.08% of Jharkhand State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 951 females for every 1000 males.
Jharkhand Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Jharkhand State is 86.45 Lac (86,45,042) with 43.15 Lac (43,15,407) males and 43.30 Lac (43,29,635) females, which is 26.21% of Jharkhand State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1004 females for every 1000 males.
Jharkhand Slum Population
Slum Population in Jharkhand State is 3.73 Lac (3,72,999) with 1.93 Lac (1,92,908) males and 1.80 Lac (1,80,091) females, which is 1.13% of Jharkhand State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 934 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Jharkhand State are 72.54 k (72,544).
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Jharkhand
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 949 |
| Urban Area | 910 |
| Rural Area | 962 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Jharkhand
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 935 |
| Muslim | 944 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1004 |
| Christian | 1027 |
Jharkhand Area & Households
The Total Area of Jharkhand State is 79,716 Square KM, with a population density of 414 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Jharkhand State are 228 and the Total Number of Villages in Jharkhand State are 32,394.The Total Number of households in Jharkhand State are 62.55 Lac(62,54,781).
Jharkhand Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Jharkhand State, there are about 1.31 Cr (1,30,98,274) workers, making up nearly 39.71% of the Jharkhand State total population. Out of these, around 84.25 Lac (84,24,769) are male workers, and about 46.74 Lac (46,73,505) are female workers.
Jharkhand - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Jharkhand state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 60,68,233, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 3,29,88,134 by the dataset's conclusion.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 24.03% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 16.88%.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.
Jharkhand State population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 60,68,233 to 3,29,88,134.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 24.03%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 60.68 Lac | ----- | ----- | 29.86 Lac | 30.82 Lac |
| 1911 | 67.47 Lac | 6.79 Lac | 11.18758953 | 33.39 Lac | 34.08 Lac |
| 1921 | 67.68 Lac | 20.65 k | 0.306026777 | 33.81 Lac | 33.87 Lac |
| 1931 | 79.09 Lac | 11.41 Lac | 16.85883238 | 39.76 Lac | 39.32 Lac |
| 1941 | 88.68 Lac | 9.59 Lac | 12.13002784 | 44.84 Lac | 43.84 Lac |
| 1951 | 96.97 Lac | 8.29 Lac | 9.350231713 | 49.44 Lac | 47.53 Lac |
| 1961 | 1.16 Cr | 19.09 Lac | 19.6884087 | 59.22 Lac | 56.85 Lac |
| 1971 | 1.42 Cr | 26.21 Lac | 22.57912793 | 73.16 Lac | 69.11 Lac |
| 1981 | 1.76 Cr | 33.85 Lac | 23.79211609 | 90.80 Lac | 85.32 Lac |
| 1991 | 2.18 Cr | 42.32 Lac | 24.02807984 | 1.14 Cr | 1.05 Cr |
| 2001 | 2.69 Cr | 51.02 Lac | 23.35624788 | 1.39 Cr | 1.31 Cr |
| 2011 | 3.30 Cr | 60.42 Lac | 22.42389722 | 1.69 Cr | 1.61 Cr |
Jharkhand - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3.99 Cr (3,98,56,867) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 4.03 Cr (4,03,49,966) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 4.08 Cr (4,08,15,341) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 4.13 Cr (4,12,60,912) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 4.17 Cr (4,17,06,484) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 4.22 Cr (4,21,53,045) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 4.26 Cr (4,25,98,617) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 4.30 Cr (4,30,08,542) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 4.34 Cr (4,33,94,705) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 4.38 Cr (4,37,79,876) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 4.42 Cr (4,41,65,048) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 4.46 Cr (4,45,50,220) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 4.49 Cr (4,49,35,392) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Jharkhand State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 4.49 Cr (4,49,35,392), with a male population of 2.28 Cr (2,28,46,073) and a female population of 2.21 Cr (2,20,89,278). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Jharkhand State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.45%.