Hazaribagh Population
As per the 2011 Census, Hazaribagh District has a population of 17.34 Lac (17,34,495) with 8.91 Lac (8,90,881) males and 8.44 Lac (8,43,614) females.The sex ratio in Hazaribagh is 947, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Hazaribagh District is 2.82 Lac (2,81,863) which is 16.25% of Hazaribagh District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Hazaribagh District is 933 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Hazaribagh District is listed as part of JHARKHAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Hazaribagh Population Census 2011
- Hazaribagh 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
Hazaribagh Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Hazaribagh District current estimated population is projected to be 20.96 Lac (20,95,649), indicating a 20.82% increased from Hazaribagh's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 10.73 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.23 Lac.
Hazaribagh Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Hazaribagh District estimated population is projected to be 21.22 Lac (21,21,576), projecting a 22.32% increased from Hazaribagh's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 10.85 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.36 Lac.
Hazaribagh Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Hazaribagh District, with a total Hindu population of 13.97 Lac (13,97,227), accounting for 80.56% of the Hazaribagh District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.19 Lac (7,18,675), and the Hindu female population is around 6.79 Lac (6,78,552).
Hazaribagh Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Hazaribagh District, with a total Muslim population of 2.81 Lac (2,81,247), accounting for 16.21% of the Hazaribagh District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.44 Lac (1,44,310), and the Muslim female population is around 1.37 Lac (1,36,937).
Hazaribagh Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 13,97,227 | 80.56% |
| Muslim | 2,81,247 | 16.21% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 34,154 | 1.97% |
| Christian | 17,137 | 0.99% |
| Jain | 1,676 | 0.1% |
| Religion not stated | 1,671 | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 1,312 | 0.08% |
| Buddhist | 71 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationHazaribagh Urban Population
The Urban population of Hazaribagh District is 2.75 Lac (2,75,307), with 1.44 Lac (1,43,947) being males and 1.31 Lac (1,31,360) being females, making up 15.87% of the Hazaribagh total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 913 females for every 1000 males.
Hazaribagh Rural Population
The Rural population of Hazaribagh District is 14.59 Lac (14,59,188), with 7.47 Lac (7,46,934) being males and 7.12 Lac (7,12,254) being females, making up 84.13% of the Hazaribagh total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Hazaribagh Literacy Rate
Hazaribagh District has a literacy rate of 69.75% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Hazaribagh District is 80.01 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Hazaribagh District is 58.95 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Hazaribagh District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.49%, while in the rural regions of Hazaribagh District, it is around 66.64%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Hazaribagh
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69.75 | 80.01 | 58.95 |
| Urban Area | 85.49 | 90.59 | 79.89 |
| Rural Area | 66.64 | 77.86 | 54.91 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Hazaribagh
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 68.95 | 79.65 | 57.67 |
| Muslim | 73.82 | 82.23 | 64.92 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 58.21 | 69.4 | 46.99 |
| Christian | 85.66 | 90.23 | 81.48 |
Hazaribagh Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Hazaribagh District is 3.04 Lac (3,03,515) with 1.55 Lac (1,55,013) males and 1.49 Lac (1,48,502) females, which is 17.5% of Hazaribagh District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 958 females for every 1000 males.
Hazaribagh Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Hazaribagh District is 1.22 Lac (1,21,768) with 60.80 k (60,796) males and 60.97 k (60,972) females, which is 7.02% of Hazaribagh District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1003 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Hazaribagh
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 947 |
| Urban Area | 913 |
| Rural Area | 954 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Hazaribagh
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 945 |
| Muslim | 949 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 995 |
| Christian | 1071 |
Hazaribagh Area & Households
The Total Area of Hazaribagh District is 3,555 Square KM, with a population density of 488 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Hazaribagh District are 17 and the Total Number of Villages in Hazaribagh District are 1,308.The Total Number of households in Hazaribagh District are 3.05 Lac(3,04,749).
Hazaribagh Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Hazaribagh District, there are about 6.55 Lac (6,54,636) workers, making up nearly 37.74% of the Hazaribagh District total population. Out of these, around 4.23 Lac (4,23,472) are male workers, and about 2.31 Lac (2,31,164) are female workers.
Hazaribagh - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Hazaribagh district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,41,612, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 17,34,495 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 32.86% 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 20.05%.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.
Hazaribagh District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,41,612 to 17,34,495.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 32.86%.
- 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 | 2.42 Lac | ----- | ----- | 1.17 Lac | 1.25 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.64 Lac | 22.69 k | 9.389020413 | 1.29 Lac | 1.35 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.62 Lac | -2.38 k | -0.901258811 | 1.28 Lac | 1.34 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.11 Lac | 49.31 k | 18.8274822 | 1.54 Lac | 1.57 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.59 Lac | 47.99 k | 15.41993465 | 1.80 Lac | 1.79 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.97 Lac | 38.12 k | 10.61305391 | 1.96 Lac | 2.01 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.98 Lac | 1.01 Lac | 25.34139356 | 2.46 Lac | 2.52 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.43 Lac | 1.45 Lac | 29.12491918 | 3.21 Lac | 3.22 Lac |
| 1981 | 8.54 Lac | 2.11 Lac | 32.85579223 | 4.29 Lac | 4.25 Lac |
| 1991 | 11.01 Lac | 2.47 Lac | 28.88584313 | 5.63 Lac | 5.38 Lac |
| 2001 | 13.79 Lac | 2.78 Lac | 25.21951631 | 6.94 Lac | 6.85 Lac |
| 2011 | 17.34 Lac | 3.56 Lac | 25.7900428 | 8.91 Lac | 8.44 Lac |
Hazaribagh - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 20.96 Lac (20,95,649) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 21.22 Lac (21,21,576) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 21.46 Lac (21,46,045) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 21.69 Lac (21,69,473) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 21.93 Lac (21,92,901) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 22.16 Lac (22,16,381) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 22.40 Lac (22,39,809) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 22.61 Lac (22,61,362) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 22.82 Lac (22,81,666) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 23.02 Lac (23,01,918) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 23.22 Lac (23,22,170) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 23.42 Lac (23,42,423) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 23.63 Lac (23,62,675) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Hazaribagh District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 23.63 Lac (23,62,675), with a male population of 12.02 Lac (12,02,171) and a female population of 11.60 Lac (11,60,483). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Hazaribagh District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.