Garhwa Population
As per the 2011 Census, Garhwa District has a population of 13.23 Lac (13,22,784) with 6.84 Lac (6,83,575) males and 6.39 Lac (6,39,209) females.The sex ratio in Garhwa is 936, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Garhwa District is 2.40 Lac (2,39,664) which is 18.12% of Garhwa District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Garhwa District is 960 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Garhwa District is listed as part of JHARKHAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Garhwa Population Census 2011
- Garhwa 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
Garhwa Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Garhwa District current estimated population is projected to be 15.98 Lac (15,98,212), indicating a 20.82% increased from Garhwa 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.23 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.75 Lac.
Garhwa Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Garhwa District estimated population is projected to be 16.18 Lac (16,17,985), projecting a 22.32% increased from Garhwa 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 8.33 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.85 Lac.
Garhwa Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Garhwa District, with a total Hindu population of 11.04 Lac (11,04,475), accounting for 83.5% of the Garhwa District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.72 Lac (5,71,867), and the Hindu female population is around 5.33 Lac (5,32,608).
Garhwa Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Garhwa District, with a total Muslim population of 1.95 Lac (1,94,680), accounting for 14.72% of the Garhwa District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 99.91 k (99,912), and the Muslim female population is around 94.77 k (94,768).
Garhwa Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 11,04,475 | 83.5% |
| Muslim | 1,94,680 | 14.72% |
| Christian | 17,168 | 1.3% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 4,591 | 0.35% |
| Religion not stated | 1,356 | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 371 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 123 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 20 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGarhwa Urban Population
The Urban population of Garhwa District is 69.67 k (69,670), with 36.63 k (36,628) being males and 33.04 k (33,042) being females, making up 5.27% of the Garhwa total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 903 females for every 1000 males.
Garhwa Rural Population
The Rural population of Garhwa District is 12.53 Lac (12,53,114), with 6.47 Lac (6,46,947) being males and 6.06 Lac (6,06,167) being females, making up 94.73% of the Garhwa total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 937 females for every 1000 males.
Garhwa Literacy Rate
Garhwa District has a literacy rate of 60.33% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Garhwa District is 72.19 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Garhwa District is 47.58 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Garhwa District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 77.69%, while in the rural regions of Garhwa District, it is around 59.33%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Garhwa
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60.33 | 72.19 | 47.58 |
| Urban Area | 77.69 | 85.55 | 68.91 |
| Rural Area | 59.33 | 71.4 | 46.38 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Garhwa
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 60.15 | 71.97 | 47.38 |
| Muslim | 60.63 | 73.18 | 47.3 |
| Christian | 71.61 | 79.25 | 64.21 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 48.94 | 58.53 | 39.2 |
Garhwa Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Garhwa District is 3.20 Lac (3,19,946) with 1.65 Lac (1,65,313) males and 1.55 Lac (1,54,633) females, which is 24.19% of Garhwa District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 936 females for every 1000 males.
Garhwa Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Garhwa District is 2.06 Lac (2,05,874) with 1.04 Lac (1,04,499) males and 1.01 Lac (1,01,375) females, which is 15.56% of Garhwa District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 971 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Garhwa
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 936 |
| Urban Area | 903 |
| Rural Area | 937 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Garhwa
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 932 |
| Muslim | 949 |
| Christian | 1020 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1003 |
Garhwa Area & Households
The Total Area of Garhwa District is 4,093 Square KM, with a population density of 323 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Garhwa District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Garhwa District are 888.The Total Number of households in Garhwa District are 2.55 Lac(2,54,697).
Garhwa Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Garhwa District, there are about 5.71 Lac (5,71,431) workers, making up nearly 43.2% of the Garhwa District total population. Out of these, around 3.35 Lac (3,35,451) are male workers, and about 2.36 Lac (2,35,980) are female workers.
Garhwa - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Garhwa district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,85,046, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 13,22,784 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 32.07% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 19.98%.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.
Garhwa District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,85,046 to 13,22,784.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 32.07%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.85 Lac | ----- | ----- | 91.45 k | 93.60 k |
| 1911 | 2.05 Lac | 20.18 k | 10.90485609 | 1.02 Lac | 1.03 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.19 Lac | 13.63 k | 6.642952857 | 1.10 Lac | 1.09 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.44 Lac | 25.47 k | 11.63631213 | 1.22 Lac | 1.22 Lac |
| 1941 | 2.72 Lac | 28.05 k | 11.48101913 | 1.36 Lac | 1.36 Lac |
| 1951 | 2.94 Lac | 21.79 k | 8.001439187 | 1.48 Lac | 1.46 Lac |
| 1961 | 3.59 Lac | 64.71 k | 21.99646463 | 1.81 Lac | 1.78 Lac |
| 1971 | 4.66 Lac | 1.08 Lac | 29.96207614 | 2.38 Lac | 2.29 Lac |
| 1981 | 6.07 Lac | 1.40 Lac | 30.09300949 | 3.11 Lac | 2.96 Lac |
| 1991 | 8.01 Lac | 1.95 Lac | 32.07055849 | 4.16 Lac | 3.85 Lac |
| 2001 | 10.35 Lac | 2.34 Lac | 29.21494977 | 5.35 Lac | 5.00 Lac |
| 2011 | 13.23 Lac | 2.87 Lac | 27.74794681 | 6.84 Lac | 6.39 Lac |
Garhwa - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15.98 Lac (15,98,212) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 16.18 Lac (16,17,985) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 16.37 Lac (16,36,646) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 16.55 Lac (16,54,513) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 16.72 Lac (16,72,380) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 16.90 Lac (16,90,286) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 17.08 Lac (17,08,153) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 17.25 Lac (17,24,591) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 17.40 Lac (17,40,075) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 17.56 Lac (17,55,520) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 17.71 Lac (17,70,965) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 17.86 Lac (17,86,410) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 18.02 Lac (18,01,855) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Garhwa District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 18.02 Lac (18,01,855), with a male population of 9.22 Lac (9,22,429) and a female population of 8.79 Lac (8,79,302). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Garhwa District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.45%.