Chatra Population
As per the 2011 Census, Chatra District has a population of 10.43 Lac (10,42,886) with 5.34 Lac (5,33,935) males and 5.09 Lac (5,08,951) females.The sex ratio in Chatra is 954, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Chatra District is 1.95 Lac (1,95,321) which is 18.73% of Chatra District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Chatra District is 967 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Chatra District is listed as part of JHARKHAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Chatra Population Census 2011
- Chatra 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
Chatra Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Chatra District current estimated population is projected to be 12.60 Lac (12,60,034), indicating a 20.82% increased from Chatra's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.43 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.17 Lac.
Chatra Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Chatra District estimated population is projected to be 12.76 Lac (12,75,623), projecting a 22.32% increased from Chatra's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.51 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.25 Lac.
Chatra Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Chatra District, with a total Hindu population of 9.03 Lac (9,03,179), accounting for 86.6% of the Chatra District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.63 Lac (4,62,671), and the Hindu female population is around 4.41 Lac (4,40,508).
Chatra Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Chatra District, with a total Muslim population of 1.17 Lac (1,16,710), accounting for 11.19% of the Chatra District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 59.65 k (59,649), and the Muslim female population is around 57.06 k (57,061).
Chatra Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 9,03,179 | 86.6% |
| Muslim | 1,16,710 | 11.19% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 12,936 | 1.24% |
| Christian | 6,565 | 0.63% |
| Religion not stated | 2,444 | 0.23% |
| Sikh | 888 | 0.09% |
| Jain | 129 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 35 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationChatra Urban Population
The Urban population of Chatra District is 62.95 k (62,954), with 33.72 k (33,724) being males and 29.23 k (29,230) being females, making up 6.04% of the Chatra total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 867 females for every 1000 males.
Chatra Rural Population
The Rural population of Chatra District is 9.80 Lac (9,79,932), with 5.00 Lac (5,00,211) being males and 4.80 Lac (4,79,721) being females, making up 93.96% of the Chatra total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 960 females for every 1000 males.
Chatra Literacy Rate
Chatra District has a literacy rate of 60.18% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Chatra District is 69.92 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Chatra District is 49.92 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Chatra District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 80.94%, while in the rural regions of Chatra District, it is around 58.78%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Chatra
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60.18 | 69.92 | 49.92 |
| Urban Area | 80.94 | 86.89 | 73.97 |
| Rural Area | 58.78 | 68.71 | 48.39 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Chatra
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 58.62 | 68.64 | 48.07 |
| Muslim | 71.19 | 79.12 | 62.86 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 54.19 | 63.7 | 44.68 |
| Christian | 79.39 | 85.64 | 73.42 |
Chatra Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Chatra District is 3.41 Lac (3,40,553) with 1.73 Lac (1,72,668) males and 1.68 Lac (1,67,885) females, which is 32.65% of Chatra District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 973 females for every 1000 males.
Chatra Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Chatra District is 45.56 k (45,563) with 23.14 k (23,141) males and 22.42 k (22,422) females, which is 4.37% of Chatra District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 969 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Chatra
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 954 |
| Urban Area | 867 |
| Rural Area | 960 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Chatra
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 953 |
| Muslim | 957 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 997 |
| Christian | 1030 |
Chatra Area & Households
The Total Area of Chatra District is 3,718 Square KM, with a population density of 280 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Chatra District are 2 and the Total Number of Villages in Chatra District are 1,471.The Total Number of households in Chatra District are 1.82 Lac(1,82,271).
Chatra Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Chatra District, there are about 3.98 Lac (3,97,690) workers, making up nearly 38.13% of the Chatra District total population. Out of these, around 2.51 Lac (2,51,213) are male workers, and about 1.46 Lac (1,46,477) are female workers.
Chatra - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Chatra district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,44,844, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 10,42,886 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 32.19% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 20.09%.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.
Chatra District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,44,844 to 10,42,886.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 32.19%.
- The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.45 Lac | ----- | ----- | 70.10 k | 74.74 k |
| 1911 | 1.58 Lac | 13.61 k | 9.393554445 | 77.36 k | 81.09 k |
| 1921 | 1.57 Lac | -1.43 k | -0.905017356 | 76.73 k | 80.29 k |
| 1931 | 1.87 Lac | 29.56 k | 18.82674377 | 92.46 k | 94.12 k |
| 1941 | 2.15 Lac | 28.77 k | 15.42044303 | 1.08 Lac | 1.07 Lac |
| 1951 | 2.38 Lac | 22.86 k | 10.61305422 | 1.17 Lac | 1.21 Lac |
| 1961 | 2.93 Lac | 55.19 k | 23.17015319 | 1.46 Lac | 1.48 Lac |
| 1971 | 3.71 Lac | 77.87 k | 26.54203378 | 1.85 Lac | 1.86 Lac |
| 1981 | 4.72 Lac | 1.01 Lac | 27.14508118 | 2.37 Lac | 2.35 Lac |
| 1991 | 6.24 Lac | 1.52 Lac | 32.18521806 | 3.20 Lac | 3.04 Lac |
| 2001 | 8.08 Lac | 1.84 Lac | 29.51317272 | 4.13 Lac | 3.95 Lac |
| 2011 | 10.43 Lac | 2.35 Lac | 29.04848819 | 5.34 Lac | 5.09 Lac |
Chatra - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12.60 Lac (12,60,034) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 12.76 Lac (12,75,623) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 12.90 Lac (12,90,336) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 13.04 Lac (13,04,422) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 13.19 Lac (13,18,508) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 13.33 Lac (13,32,626) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 13.47 Lac (13,46,712) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 13.60 Lac (13,59,671) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 13.72 Lac (13,71,880) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 13.84 Lac (13,84,056) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 13.96 Lac (13,96,233) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 14.08 Lac (14,08,410) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 14.21 Lac (14,20,587) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Chatra District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 14.21 Lac (14,20,587), with a male population of 7.21 Lac (7,20,502) and a female population of 7.00 Lac (7,00,118). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Chatra District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.