Ketar* Population
As per the 2011 Census, Ketar* Tehsil has a population of 50.82 k (50,821) with 26.52 k (26,518) males and 24.30 k (24,303) females.The sex ratio in Ketar* is 917, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Ketar* Tehsil is 8.75 k (8,745) which is 17.21% of Ketar* Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Ketar* Tehsil is 952 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Ketar* Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Garhwa District in the state of JHARKHAND in India.
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Ketar* Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Ketar* Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 61.40 k (61,403), indicating a 20.82% increased from Ketar*'s population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 31.93 k, and the estimated female population is 29.47 k.
Ketar* Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Ketar* Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 62.16 k (62,163), projecting a 22.32% increased from Ketar*'s population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 32.31 k, and the estimated female population is 29.85 k.
Ketar* Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Ketar* Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 48.95 k (48,953), accounting for 96.32% of the Ketar* Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 25.55 k (25,554), and the Hindu female population is around 23.40 k (23,399).
Ketar* Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Ketar* Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 1.84 k (1,839), accounting for 3.62% of the Ketar* Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 945 (945), and the Muslim female population is around 894 (894).
Ketar* Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 48,953 | 96.32% |
| Muslim | 1,839 | 3.62% |
| Religion not stated | 25 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 3 | 0.01% |
| Christian | 1 | 0% |
| Buddhist | 0 | 0% |
| Jain | 0 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKetar* Urban Population
The Urban population of Ketar* Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Ketar* total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Ketar* Rural Population
The Rural population of Ketar* Tehsil is 50.82 k (50,821), with 26.52 k (26,518) being males and 24.30 k (24,303) being females, making up 100% of the Ketar* total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 917 females for every 1000 males.
Ketar* Literacy Rate
Ketar* Tehsil has a literacy rate of 61.29% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Ketar* Tehsil is 75.48 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Ketar* Tehsil is 45.68 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Ketar* Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Ketar* Tehsil, it is around 61.29%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Ketar*
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61.29 | 75.48 | 45.68 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 61.29 | 75.48 | 45.68 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Ketar*
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 61.38 | 75.45 | 45.89 |
| Muslim | 58.61 | 76.15 | 39.86 |
| Religion not stated | 70.59 | 88.89 | 50 |
| Sikh | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ketar* Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Ketar* Tehsil is 12.08 k (12,075) with 6.30 k (6,297) males and 5.78 k (5,778) females, which is 23.76% of Ketar* Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 918 females for every 1000 males.
Ketar* Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Ketar* Tehsil is 6.65 k (6,653) with 3.45 k (3,448) males and 3.21 k (3,205) females, which is 13.09% of Ketar* Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 930 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Ketar*
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 917 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 917 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Ketar*
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 916 |
| Muslim | 947 |
| Religion not stated | 563 |
| Sikh | 0 |
Ketar* Area & Households
The Total Area of Ketar* Tehsil is 182.88 Square KM, with a population density of 278 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Ketar* Tehsil are 31.The Total Number of households in Ketar* Tehsil are 9.94 k(9,939).
Ketar* Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Ketar* Tehsil, there are about 20.91 k (20,910) workers, making up nearly 41.14% of the Ketar* Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 12.73 k (12,731) are male workers, and about 8.18 k (8,179) are female workers.
Ketar* - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 61.40 k (61,403) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 62.16 k (62,163) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 62.88 k (62,880) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 63.57 k (63,566) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 64.25 k (64,253) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 64.94 k (64,941) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 65.63 k (65,627) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 66.26 k (66,259) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 66.85 k (66,854) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 67.45 k (67,447) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 68.04 k (68,040) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 68.63 k (68,634) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 69.23 k (69,227) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Ketar* Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 69.23 k (69,227), with a male population of 35.78 k (35,784) and a female population of 33.43 k (33,432). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Ketar* Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.