Chalkusa Population
As per the 2011 Census, Chalkusa Tehsil has a population of 52.07 k (52,068) with 26.95 k (26,952) males and 25.12 k (25,116) females.The sex ratio in Chalkusa is 932, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Chalkusa Tehsil is 9.52 k (9,515) which is 18.27% of Chalkusa Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Chalkusa Tehsil is 959 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Chalkusa Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Hazaribagh District in the state of JHARKHAND in India.
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Chalkusa Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Chalkusa Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 62.91 k (62,910), indicating a 20.82% increased from Chalkusa's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 32.45 k, and the estimated female population is 30.46 k.
Chalkusa Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Chalkusa Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 63.69 k (63,688), projecting a 22.32% increased from Chalkusa's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 32.84 k, and the estimated female population is 30.85 k.
Chalkusa Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Chalkusa Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 40.19 k (40,191), accounting for 77.19% of the Chalkusa Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 20.77 k (20,767), and the Hindu female population is around 19.42 k (19,424).
Chalkusa Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Chalkusa Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 11.75 k (11,745), accounting for 22.56% of the Chalkusa Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 6.11 k (6,110), and the Muslim female population is around 5.64 k (5,635).
Chalkusa Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 40,191 | 77.19% |
| Muslim | 11,745 | 22.56% |
| Religion not stated | 103 | 0.2% |
| Christian | 24 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 2 | 0% |
| Buddhist | 2 | 0% |
| Jain | 1 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationChalkusa Urban Population
The Urban population of Chalkusa Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Chalkusa total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Chalkusa Rural Population
The Rural population of Chalkusa Tehsil is 52.07 k (52,068), with 26.95 k (26,952) being males and 25.12 k (25,116) being females, making up 100% of the Chalkusa total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 932 females for every 1000 males.
Chalkusa Literacy Rate
Chalkusa Tehsil has a literacy rate of 66.97% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Chalkusa Tehsil is 81.33 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Chalkusa Tehsil is 51.47 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Chalkusa Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Chalkusa Tehsil, it is around 66.97%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Chalkusa
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66.97 | 81.33 | 51.47 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 66.97 | 81.33 | 51.47 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Chalkusa
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 66.18 | 80.9 | 50.32 |
| Muslim | 69.75 | 82.84 | 55.55 |
| Religion not stated | 69.23 | 83.33 | 51.72 |
| Christian | 61.9 | 76.92 | 37.5 |
Chalkusa Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Chalkusa Tehsil is 7.22 k (7,224) with 3.71 k (3,714) males and 3.51 k (3,510) females, which is 13.87% of Chalkusa Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 946 females for every 1000 males.
Chalkusa Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Chalkusa Tehsil is 784 (784) with 391 (391) males and 393 (393) females, which is 1.51% of Chalkusa Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1006 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Chalkusa
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 932 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 932 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Chalkusa
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 936 |
| Muslim | 923 |
| Religion not stated | 808 |
| Christian | 715 |
Chalkusa Area & Households
The Total Area of Chalkusa Tehsil is 138.9 Square KM, with a population density of 375 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Chalkusa Tehsil are 40.The Total Number of households in Chalkusa Tehsil are 7.98 k(7,977).
Chalkusa Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Chalkusa Tehsil, there are about 20.62 k (20,618) workers, making up nearly 39.6% of the Chalkusa Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 12.21 k (12,207) are male workers, and about 8.41 k (8,411) are female workers.
Chalkusa - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 62.91 k (62,910) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 63.69 k (63,688) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 64.42 k (64,423) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 65.13 k (65,126) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 65.83 k (65,829) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 66.53 k (66,534) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 67.24 k (67,238) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 67.89 k (67,885) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 68.49 k (68,494) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 69.10 k (69,102) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 69.71 k (69,710) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 70.32 k (70,318) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 70.93 k (70,926) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Chalkusa Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 70.93 k (70,926), with a male population of 36.37 k (36,370) and a female population of 34.55 k (34,550). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Chalkusa Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.