Giridih Population
As per the 2011 Census, Giridih District has a population of 24.45 Lac (24,45,474) with 12.58 Lac (12,58,098) males and 11.87 Lac (11,87,376) females.The sex ratio in Giridih is 944, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Giridih District is 4.60 Lac (4,60,251) which is 18.82% of Giridih District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Giridih District is 942 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Giridih District is listed as part of JHARKHAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Giridih Population Census 2011
- Giridih 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
Giridih Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Giridih District current estimated population is projected to be 29.55 Lac (29,54,667), indicating a 20.82% increased from Giridih's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 15.15 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.40 Lac.
Giridih Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Giridih District estimated population is projected to be 29.91 Lac (29,91,221), projecting a 22.32% increased from Giridih's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 15.33 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.58 Lac.
Giridih Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Giridih District, with a total Hindu population of 18.56 Lac (18,56,202), accounting for 75.9% of the Giridih District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 9.56 Lac (9,56,181), and the Hindu female population is around 9.00 Lac (9,00,021).
Giridih Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Giridih District, with a total Muslim population of 5.09 Lac (5,08,586), accounting for 20.8% of the Giridih District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.61 Lac (2,60,889), and the Muslim female population is around 2.48 Lac (2,47,697).
Giridih Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 18,56,202 | 75.9% |
| Muslim | 5,08,586 | 20.8% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 59,218 | 2.42% |
| Christian | 14,645 | 0.6% |
| Religion not stated | 3,733 | 0.15% |
| Jain | 1,503 | 0.06% |
| Sikh | 937 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 650 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGiridih Urban Population
The Urban population of Giridih District is 2.08 Lac (2,08,024), with 1.08 Lac (1,08,490) being males and 99.53 k (99,534) being females, making up 8.51% of the Giridih total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 918 females for every 1000 males.
Giridih Rural Population
The Rural population of Giridih District is 22.37 Lac (22,37,450), with 11.50 Lac (11,49,608) being males and 10.88 Lac (10,87,842) being females, making up 91.49% of the Giridih total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 947 females for every 1000 males.
Giridih Literacy Rate
Giridih District has a literacy rate of 63.14% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Giridih District is 76.76 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Giridih District is 48.72 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Giridih District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 79.45%, while in the rural regions of Giridih District, it is around 61.55%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Giridih
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63.14 | 76.76 | 48.72 |
| Urban Area | 79.45 | 85.67 | 72.68 |
| Rural Area | 61.55 | 75.88 | 46.42 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Giridih
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 63.52 | 77.38 | 48.82 |
| Muslim | 63.33 | 76.22 | 49.7 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 46.13 | 60 | 31.85 |
| Christian | 70.65 | 79.34 | 61.85 |
Giridih Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Giridih District is 3.25 Lac (3,25,493) with 1.66 Lac (1,66,447) males and 1.59 Lac (1,59,046) females, which is 13.31% of Giridih District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 956 females for every 1000 males.
Giridih Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Giridih District is 2.38 Lac (2,38,188) with 1.21 Lac (1,20,646) males and 1.18 Lac (1,17,542) females, which is 9.74% of Giridih District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 975 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Giridih
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 944 |
| Urban Area | 918 |
| Rural Area | 947 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Giridih
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 942 |
| Muslim | 950 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 969 |
| Christian | 986 |
Giridih Area & Households
The Total Area of Giridih District is 4,962 Square KM, with a population density of 493 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Giridih District are 12 and the Total Number of Villages in Giridih District are 2,749.The Total Number of households in Giridih District are 3.97 Lac(3,96,521).
Giridih Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Giridih District, there are about 10.36 Lac (10,36,277) workers, making up nearly 42.38% of the Giridih District total population. Out of these, around 6.24 Lac (6,23,946) are male workers, and about 4.12 Lac (4,12,331) are female workers.
Giridih - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Giridih district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,75,866, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 24,45,474 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 28.92% 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 18.92%.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.
Giridih District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,75,866 to 24,45,474.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 28.92%.
- 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 | 3.76 Lac | ----- | ----- | 1.82 Lac | 1.94 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.11 Lac | 35.31 k | 9.393241208 | 2.01 Lac | 2.10 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.07 Lac | -3.72 k | -0.905217281 | 1.99 Lac | 2.08 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.84 Lac | 76.71 k | 18.82709535 | 2.40 Lac | 2.44 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.59 Lac | 74.66 k | 15.42049029 | 2.81 Lac | 2.78 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.18 Lac | 59.31 k | 10.61305856 | 3.18 Lac | 3.00 Lac |
| 1961 | 7.48 Lac | 1.30 Lac | 21.00160323 | 3.66 Lac | 3.82 Lac |
| 1971 | 9.37 Lac | 1.89 Lac | 25.28872405 | 4.64 Lac | 4.74 Lac |
| 1981 | 11.61 Lac | 2.24 Lac | 23.9009617 | 5.76 Lac | 5.85 Lac |
| 1991 | 14.97 Lac | 3.36 Lac | 28.92273135 | 7.61 Lac | 7.36 Lac |
| 2001 | 19.05 Lac | 4.08 Lac | 27.287795 | 9.61 Lac | 9.44 Lac |
| 2011 | 24.45 Lac | 5.40 Lac | 28.34822916 | 12.58 Lac | 11.87 Lac |
Giridih - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 29.55 Lac (29,54,667) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 29.91 Lac (29,91,221) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 30.26 Lac (30,25,720) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 30.59 Lac (30,58,751) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 30.92 Lac (30,91,783) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 31.25 Lac (31,24,887) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 31.58 Lac (31,57,918) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 31.88 Lac (31,88,307) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 32.17 Lac (32,16,934) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 32.45 Lac (32,45,487) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 32.74 Lac (32,74,041) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 33.03 Lac (33,02,594) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 33.31 Lac (33,31,148) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Giridih District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 33.31 Lac (33,31,148), with a male population of 16.98 Lac (16,97,701) and a female population of 16.33 Lac (16,33,365). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Giridih District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.