Karon Population
As per the 2011 Census, Karon Tehsil has a population of 88.25 k (88,251) with 45.32 k (45,317) males and 42.93 k (42,934) females.The sex ratio in Karon is 948, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Karon Tehsil is 16.76 k (16,759) which is 18.99% of Karon Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Karon Tehsil is 973 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Karon Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Deoghar District in the state of JHARKHAND in India.
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Karon Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Karon Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.07 Lac (1,06,627), indicating a 20.82% increased from Karon's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 54.56 k, and the estimated female population is 52.07 k.
Karon Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Karon Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.08 Lac (1,07,946), projecting a 22.32% increased from Karon's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 55.22 k, and the estimated female population is 52.73 k.
Karon Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Karon Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 66.83 k (66,833), accounting for 75.73% of the Karon Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 34.52 k (34,522), and the Hindu female population is around 32.31 k (32,311).
Karon Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Karon Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 19.93 k (19,925), accounting for 22.58% of the Karon Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 10.05 k (10,046), and the Muslim female population is around 9.88 k (9,879).
Karon Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 66,833 | 75.73% |
| Muslim | 19,925 | 22.58% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,303 | 1.48% |
| Christian | 144 | 0.16% |
| Religion not stated | 30 | 0.03% |
| Buddhist | 6 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 6 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 4 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKaron Urban Population
The Urban population of Karon Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Karon total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Karon Rural Population
The Rural population of Karon Tehsil is 88.25 k (88,251), with 45.32 k (45,317) being males and 42.93 k (42,934) being females, making up 100% of the Karon total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 948 females for every 1000 males.
Karon Literacy Rate
Karon Tehsil has a literacy rate of 59.61% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Karon Tehsil is 73.34 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Karon Tehsil is 45.03 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Karon Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Karon Tehsil, it is around 59.61%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Karon
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59.61 | 73.34 | 45.03 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 59.61 | 73.34 | 45.03 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Karon
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 62.19 | 76.16 | 47.17 |
| Muslim | 51.35 | 63.97 | 38.48 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 42.06 | 55.95 | 28.01 |
| Christian | 71.68 | 75.44 | 67.86 |
Karon Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Karon Tehsil is 11.02 k (11,017) with 5.62 k (5,621) males and 5.40 k (5,396) females, which is 12.48% of Karon Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 960 females for every 1000 males.
Karon Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Karon Tehsil is 12.68 k (12,683) with 6.38 k (6,380) males and 6.30 k (6,303) females, which is 14.37% of Karon Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 988 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Karon
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 948 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Karon
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 936 |
| Muslim | 984 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1008 |
| Christian | 973 |
Karon Area & Households
The Total Area of Karon Tehsil is 141.71 Square KM, with a population density of 623 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Karon Tehsil are 152.The Total Number of households in Karon Tehsil are 14.84 k(14,841).
Karon Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Karon Tehsil, there are about 33.29 k (33,291) workers, making up nearly 37.72% of the Karon Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 22.60 k (22,600) are male workers, and about 10.69 k (10,691) are female workers.
Karon - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.07 Lac (1,06,627) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.08 Lac (1,07,946) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.09 Lac (1,09,191) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.10 Lac (1,10,383) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.12 Lac (1,11,575) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.13 Lac (1,12,770) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.14 Lac (1,13,962) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.15 Lac (1,15,058) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.16 Lac (1,16,092) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.17 Lac (1,17,122) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.18 Lac (1,18,152) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.19 Lac (1,19,183) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.20 Lac (1,20,213) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Karon Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.20 Lac (1,20,213), with a male population of 61.15 k (61,152) and a female population of 59.06 k (59,061). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Karon Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.