Dumka Population
As per the 2011 Census, Dumka District has a population of 13.21 Lac (13,21,442) with 6.69 Lac (6,68,514) males and 6.53 Lac (6,52,928) females.The sex ratio in Dumka is 977, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Dumka District is 2.19 Lac (2,19,449) which is 16.61% of Dumka District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Dumka District is 966 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Dumka District is listed as part of JHARKHAND State in INDIA.
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Dumka Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Dumka District current estimated population is projected to be 15.97 Lac (15,96,591), indicating a 20.82% increased from Dumka's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.05 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.92 Lac.
Dumka Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Dumka District estimated population is projected to be 16.16 Lac (16,16,343), projecting a 22.32% increased from Dumka's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 8.15 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.02 Lac.
Dumka Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Dumka District, with a total Hindu population of 10.45 Lac (10,44,726), accounting for 79.06% of the Dumka District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.30 Lac (5,30,439), and the Hindu female population is around 5.14 Lac (5,14,287).
Dumka Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Dumka District, with a total Muslim population of 1.07 Lac (1,06,865), accounting for 8.09% of the Dumka District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 54.87 k (54,868), and the Muslim female population is around 52.00 k (51,997).
Dumka Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 10,44,726 | 79.06% |
| Muslim | 1,06,865 | 8.09% |
| Christian | 86,404 | 6.54% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 78,622 | 5.95% |
| Religion not stated | 4,162 | 0.31% |
| Buddhist | 267 | 0.02% |
| Sikh | 234 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 162 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDumka Urban Population
The Urban population of Dumka District is 90.18 k (90,178), with 47.59 k (47,586) being males and 42.59 k (42,592) being females, making up 6.82% of the Dumka total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 896 females for every 1000 males.
Dumka Rural Population
The Rural population of Dumka District is 12.31 Lac (12,31,264), with 6.21 Lac (6,20,928) being males and 6.10 Lac (6,10,336) being females, making up 93.18% of the Dumka total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 983 females for every 1000 males.
Dumka Literacy Rate
Dumka District has a literacy rate of 61.02% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Dumka District is 72.96 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Dumka District is 48.82 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Dumka District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.72%, while in the rural regions of Dumka District, it is around 59.28%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Dumka
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61.02 | 72.96 | 48.82 |
| Urban Area | 83.72 | 89.16 | 77.62 |
| Rural Area | 59.28 | 71.65 | 46.72 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Dumka
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 61.01 | 73.07 | 48.6 |
| Muslim | 62.34 | 74.79 | 49.1 |
| Christian | 68.41 | 77.9 | 59.61 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 51 | 63.43 | 38.87 |
Dumka Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Dumka District is 79.61 k (79,614) with 40.80 k (40,802) males and 38.81 k (38,812) females, which is 6.02% of Dumka District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 952 females for every 1000 males.
Dumka Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Dumka District is 5.71 Lac (5,71,077) with 2.82 Lac (2,82,125) males and 2.89 Lac (2,88,952) females, which is 43.22% of Dumka District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1025 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Dumka
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 977 |
| Urban Area | 896 |
| Rural Area | 983 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Dumka
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 970 |
| Muslim | 948 |
| Christian | 1063 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1019 |
Dumka Area & Households
The Total Area of Dumka District is 3,761 Square KM, with a population density of 351 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Dumka District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Dumka District are 2,925.The Total Number of households in Dumka District are 2.75 Lac(2,75,019).
Dumka Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Dumka District, there are about 6.25 Lac (6,24,779) workers, making up nearly 47.28% of the Dumka District total population. Out of these, around 3.67 Lac (3,67,108) are male workers, and about 2.58 Lac (2,57,671) are female workers.
Dumka - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Dumka district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,17,465, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 13,21,442 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 21.86% 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 11.30%.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.
Dumka District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,17,465 to 13,21,442.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 21.86%.
- 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 | 4.17 Lac | ----- | ----- | 2.07 Lac | 2.11 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.34 Lac | 16.88 k | 4.043213204 | 2.15 Lac | 2.19 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.15 Lac | -19.37 k | -4.460519772 | 2.07 Lac | 2.08 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.74 Lac | 59.34 k | 14.30079283 | 2.37 Lac | 2.37 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.17 Lac | 42.62 k | 8.986030351 | 2.59 Lac | 2.58 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.37 Lac | 20.26 k | 3.920021047 | 2.71 Lac | 2.67 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.10 Lac | 72.61 k | 13.51675354 | 3.07 Lac | 3.03 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.13 Lac | 1.04 Lac | 16.99408998 | 3.62 Lac | 3.52 Lac |
| 1981 | 7.80 Lac | 66.81 k | 9.364995711 | 3.96 Lac | 3.84 Lac |
| 1991 | 9.51 Lac | 1.71 Lac | 21.861615 | 4.86 Lac | 4.65 Lac |
| 2001 | 11.07 Lac | 1.56 Lac | 16.37360846 | 5.64 Lac | 5.43 Lac |
| 2011 | 13.21 Lac | 2.15 Lac | 19.42312889 | 6.69 Lac | 6.53 Lac |
Dumka - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15.97 Lac (15,96,591) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 16.16 Lac (16,16,343) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 16.35 Lac (16,34,986) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 16.53 Lac (16,52,834) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 16.71 Lac (16,70,683) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 16.89 Lac (16,88,571) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 17.06 Lac (17,06,420) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 17.23 Lac (17,22,841) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 17.38 Lac (17,38,310) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 17.54 Lac (17,53,739) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 17.69 Lac (17,69,168) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 17.85 Lac (17,84,598) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 18.00 Lac (18,00,027) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Dumka District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 18.00 Lac (18,00,027), with a male population of 9.02 Lac (9,02,105) and a female population of 8.98 Lac (8,98,174). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Dumka District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.