Gumla Population
As per the 2011 Census, Gumla District has a population of 10.25 Lac (10,25,213) with 5.14 Lac (5,14,390) males and 5.11 Lac (5,10,823) females.The sex ratio in Gumla is 994, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Gumla District is 1.74 Lac (1,73,647) which is 16.94% of Gumla District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Gumla District is 963 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Gumla District is listed as part of JHARKHAND State in INDIA.
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Gumla Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Gumla District current estimated population is projected to be 12.39 Lac (12,38,682), indicating a 20.82% increased from Gumla's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.19 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.19 Lac.
Gumla Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Gumla District estimated population is projected to be 12.54 Lac (12,54,006), projecting a 22.32% increased from Gumla's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.27 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.27 Lac.
Gumla Other religions and persuasions Population
Other religions and persuasions is the most popular religion in Gumla District, with a total Other religions and persuasions population of 4.57 Lac (4,57,468), accounting for 44.62% of the Gumla District population. Out of this, the Other religions and persuasions male population stands at approximately 2.29 Lac (2,28,620), and the Other religions and persuasions female population is around 2.29 Lac (2,28,848).
Gumla Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Gumla District, with a total Hindu population of 3.10 Lac (3,09,563), accounting for 30.19% of the Gumla District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.57 Lac (1,56,866), and the Hindu female population is around 1.53 Lac (1,52,697).
Gumla Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Other religions and persuasions | 4,57,468 | 44.62% |
| Hindu | 3,09,563 | 30.19% |
| Christian | 2,02,449 | 19.75% |
| Muslim | 51,429 | 5.02% |
| Religion not stated | 3,529 | 0.34% |
| Buddhist | 531 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 221 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 23 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGumla Urban Population
The Urban population of Gumla District is 65.08 k (65,081), with 33.26 k (33,255) being males and 31.83 k (31,826) being females, making up 6.35% of the Gumla total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 958 females for every 1000 males.
Gumla Rural Population
The Rural population of Gumla District is 9.60 Lac (9,60,132), with 4.81 Lac (4,81,135) being males and 4.79 Lac (4,78,997) being females, making up 93.65% of the Gumla total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 996 females for every 1000 males.
Gumla Literacy Rate
Gumla District has a literacy rate of 65.73% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Gumla District is 75.55 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Gumla District is 55.9 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Gumla District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.79%, while in the rural regions of Gumla District, it is around 64.16%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Gumla
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 65.73 | 75.55 | 55.9 |
| Urban Area | 87.79 | 92.19 | 83.2 |
| Rural Area | 64.16 | 74.34 | 53.99 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Gumla
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other religions and persuasions | 57.31 | 68.39 | 46.31 |
| Hindu | 67.33 | 77.98 | 56.45 |
| Christian | 79.66 | 85.8 | 73.68 |
| Muslim | 73.24 | 81.85 | 64.12 |
Gumla Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Gumla District is 32.46 k (32,459) with 16.45 k (16,446) males and 16.01 k (16,013) females, which is 3.17% of Gumla District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 974 females for every 1000 males.
Gumla Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Gumla District is 7.07 Lac (7,06,754) with 3.53 Lac (3,52,514) males and 3.54 Lac (3,54,240) females, which is 68.94% of Gumla District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1005 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Gumla
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 994 |
| Urban Area | 958 |
| Rural Area | 996 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Gumla
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Other religions and persuasions | 1001 |
| Hindu | 974 |
| Christian | 1017 |
| Muslim | 947 |
Gumla Area & Households
The Total Area of Gumla District is 5,360 Square KM, with a population density of 191 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Gumla District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Gumla District are 946.The Total Number of households in Gumla District are 1.89 Lac(1,88,988).
Gumla Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Gumla District, there are about 4.88 Lac (4,87,508) workers, making up nearly 47.55% of the Gumla District total population. Out of these, around 2.65 Lac (2,64,774) are male workers, and about 2.23 Lac (2,22,734) are female workers.
Gumla - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Gumla district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,69,183, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 10,25,213 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2011. The growth rate of 23.16% 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 13.14%.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.
Gumla District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,69,183 to 10,25,213.
- The year 2011 stands out with a growth rate of 23.16%.
- 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 | 2.69 Lac | ----- | ----- | 1.31 Lac | 1.38 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.14 Lac | 45.26 k | 16.81235442 | 1.53 Lac | 1.61 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.03 Lac | -11.92 k | -3.791832438 | 1.49 Lac | 1.53 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.55 Lac | 52.75 k | 17.43577199 | 1.76 Lac | 1.79 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.80 Lac | 24.54 k | 6.908141034 | 1.89 Lac | 1.90 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.22 Lac | 42.12 k | 11.08940401 | 2.11 Lac | 2.11 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.85 Lac | 63.00 k | 14.93214386 | 2.40 Lac | 2.45 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.57 Lac | 72.12 k | 14.87181496 | 2.77 Lac | 2.80 Lac |
| 1981 | 6.13 Lac | 56.29 k | 10.10518077 | 3.04 Lac | 3.10 Lac |
| 1991 | 7.08 Lac | 94.22 k | 15.36266714 | 3.57 Lac | 3.50 Lac |
| 2001 | 8.32 Lac | 1.25 Lac | 17.65120733 | 4.19 Lac | 4.14 Lac |
| 2011 | 10.25 Lac | 1.93 Lac | 23.15654931 | 5.14 Lac | 5.11 Lac |
Gumla - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12.39 Lac (12,38,682) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 12.54 Lac (12,54,006) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 12.68 Lac (12,68,469) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 12.82 Lac (12,82,317) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 12.96 Lac (12,96,164) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 13.10 Lac (13,10,043) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 13.24 Lac (13,23,890) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 13.37 Lac (13,36,630) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 13.49 Lac (13,48,631) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 13.61 Lac (13,60,602) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 13.73 Lac (13,72,572) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 13.85 Lac (13,84,543) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 13.97 Lac (13,96,513) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Gumla District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 13.97 Lac (13,96,513), with a male population of 6.94 Lac (6,94,128) and a female population of 7.03 Lac (7,02,693). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Gumla District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.45%.