Bokaro Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bokaro District has a population of 20.62 Lac (20,62,330) with 10.73 Lac (10,72,807) males and 9.90 Lac (9,89,523) females.The sex ratio in Bokaro is 923, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bokaro District is 2.94 Lac (2,93,786) which is 14.25% of Bokaro District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bokaro District is 923 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Bokaro District is listed as part of JHARKHAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Bokaro Population Census 2011
- Bokaro 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
Bokaro Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bokaro District current estimated population is projected to be 24.92 Lac (24,91,745), indicating a 20.82% increased from Bokaro's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 12.92 Lac, and the estimated female population is 12.00 Lac.
Bokaro Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bokaro District estimated population is projected to be 25.23 Lac (25,22,573), projecting a 22.32% increased from Bokaro's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 13.07 Lac, and the estimated female population is 12.15 Lac.
Bokaro Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bokaro District, with a total Hindu population of 16.36 Lac (16,36,460), accounting for 79.35% of the Bokaro District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.54 Lac (8,53,598), and the Hindu female population is around 7.83 Lac (7,82,862).
Bokaro Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Bokaro District, with a total Muslim population of 2.41 Lac (2,41,451), accounting for 11.71% of the Bokaro District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.25 Lac (1,25,472), and the Muslim female population is around 1.16 Lac (1,15,979).
Bokaro Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 16,36,460 | 79.35% |
| Muslim | 2,41,451 | 11.71% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,60,524 | 7.78% |
| Christian | 13,730 | 0.67% |
| Sikh | 4,174 | 0.2% |
| Religion not stated | 2,056 | 0.1% |
| Jain | 2,045 | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 1,890 | 0.09% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBokaro Urban Population
The Urban population of Bokaro District is 9.84 Lac (9,83,644), with 5.18 Lac (5,17,853) being males and 4.66 Lac (4,65,791) being females, making up 47.7% of the Bokaro total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 900 females for every 1000 males.
Bokaro Rural Population
The Rural population of Bokaro District is 10.79 Lac (10,78,686), with 5.55 Lac (5,54,954) being males and 5.24 Lac (5,23,732) being females, making up 52.3% of the Bokaro total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 944 females for every 1000 males.
Bokaro Literacy Rate
Bokaro District has a literacy rate of 72.01% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bokaro District is 82.51 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bokaro District is 60.63 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Bokaro District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.01%, while in the rural regions of Bokaro District, it is around 63.5%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bokaro
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72.01 | 82.51 | 60.63 |
| Urban Area | 81.01 | 88.81 | 72.35 |
| Rural Area | 63.5 | 76.41 | 49.81 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bokaro
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 73.21 | 83.57 | 61.93 |
| Muslim | 72.97 | 83.01 | 62.03 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 55.73 | 68.73 | 42.5 |
| Christian | 86.43 | 90.81 | 82.12 |
Bokaro Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bokaro District is 2.99 Lac (2,99,227) with 1.54 Lac (1,54,297) males and 1.45 Lac (1,44,930) females, which is 14.51% of Bokaro District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 940 females for every 1000 males.
Bokaro Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bokaro District is 2.56 Lac (2,55,626) with 1.29 Lac (1,29,233) males and 1.26 Lac (1,26,393) females, which is 12.4% of Bokaro District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 979 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bokaro
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 923 |
| Urban Area | 900 |
| Rural Area | 944 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bokaro
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 918 |
| Muslim | 925 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 982 |
| Christian | 1020 |
Bokaro Area & Households
The Total Area of Bokaro District is 2,883 Square KM, with a population density of 715 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bokaro District are 27 and the Total Number of Villages in Bokaro District are 635.The Total Number of households in Bokaro District are 3.95 Lac(3,94,918).
Bokaro Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bokaro District, there are about 6.85 Lac (6,85,368) workers, making up nearly 33.23% of the Bokaro District total population. Out of these, around 5.08 Lac (5,07,677) are male workers, and about 1.78 Lac (1,77,691) are female workers.
Bokaro - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Bokaro district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,43,649, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 20,62,330 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 43.85% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 21.93%.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.
Bokaro District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,43,649 to 20,62,330.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 43.85%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.44 Lac | ----- | ----- | 1.20 Lac | 1.24 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.83 Lac | 39.48 k | 16.20199549 | 1.42 Lac | 1.41 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.93 Lac | 10.33 k | 3.648211921 | 1.49 Lac | 1.44 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.46 Lac | 52.05 k | 17.73702182 | 1.78 Lac | 1.68 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.96 Lac | 50.64 k | 14.65655969 | 2.05 Lac | 1.91 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.54 Lac | 57.92 k | 14.62022552 | 2.34 Lac | 2.21 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.55 Lac | 1.01 Lac | 22.14531119 | 2.88 Lac | 2.67 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.63 Lac | 2.08 Lac | 37.51480762 | 4.08 Lac | 3.55 Lac |
| 1981 | 10.97 Lac | 3.34 Lac | 43.85288622 | 5.88 Lac | 5.10 Lac |
| 1991 | 14.54 Lac | 3.57 Lac | 32.56551184 | 7.80 Lac | 6.74 Lac |
| 2001 | 17.78 Lac | 3.23 Lac | 22.22514054 | 9.38 Lac | 8.39 Lac |
| 2011 | 20.62 Lac | 2.85 Lac | 16.01361789 | 10.73 Lac | 9.90 Lac |
Bokaro - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 24.92 Lac (24,91,745) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 25.23 Lac (25,22,573) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 25.52 Lac (25,51,667) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 25.80 Lac (25,79,522) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 26.07 Lac (26,07,378) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 26.35 Lac (26,35,296) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 26.63 Lac (26,63,152) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 26.89 Lac (26,88,780) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 27.13 Lac (27,12,921) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 27.37 Lac (27,37,001) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 27.61 Lac (27,61,081) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 27.85 Lac (27,85,161) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 28.09 Lac (28,09,241) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bokaro District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 28.09 Lac (28,09,241), with a male population of 14.48 Lac (14,47,666) and a female population of 13.61 Lac (13,61,197). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Bokaro District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.45%.