Churchu Population
As per the 2011 Census, Churchu Tehsil has a population of 53.71 k (53,705) with 27.46 k (27,458) males and 26.25 k (26,247) females.The sex ratio in Churchu is 956, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Churchu Tehsil is 8.24 k (8,241) which is 15.34% of Churchu Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Churchu Tehsil is 938 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Churchu Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Hazaribagh District in the state of JHARKHAND in India.
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Churchu Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Churchu Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 64.89 k (64,888), indicating a 20.82% increased from Churchu's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 33.06 k, and the estimated female population is 31.83 k.
Churchu Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Churchu Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 65.69 k (65,691), projecting a 22.32% increased from Churchu's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 33.46 k, and the estimated female population is 32.24 k.
Churchu Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Churchu Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 37.82 k (37,815), accounting for 70.41% of the Churchu Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 19.47 k (19,465), and the Hindu female population is around 18.35 k (18,350).
Churchu Other religions and persuasions Population
Other religions and persuasions is the second most popular religion in Churchu Tehsil, with a total Other religions and persuasions population of 8.00 k (8,003), accounting for 14.9% of the Churchu Tehsil population. Out of this, the Other religions and persuasions male population stands at approximately 4.01 k (4,006), and the Other religions and persuasions female population is around 4.00 k (3,997).
Churchu Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 37,815 | 70.41% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 8,003 | 14.9% |
| Muslim | 6,327 | 11.78% |
| Christian | 1,499 | 2.79% |
| Sikh | 35 | 0.07% |
| Religion not stated | 25 | 0.05% |
| Jain | 1 | 0% |
| Buddhist | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationChurchu Urban Population
The Urban population of Churchu Tehsil is 6.84 k (6,842), with 3.61 k (3,611) being males and 3.23 k (3,231) being females, making up 12.74% of the Churchu total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 895 females for every 1000 males.
Churchu Rural Population
The Rural population of Churchu Tehsil is 46.86 k (46,863), with 23.85 k (23,847) being males and 23.02 k (23,016) being females, making up 87.26% of the Churchu total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 966 females for every 1000 males.
Churchu Literacy Rate
Churchu Tehsil has a literacy rate of 67.97% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Churchu Tehsil is 79.03 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Churchu Tehsil is 56.44 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Churchu Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 82.82%, while in the rural regions of Churchu Tehsil, it is around 65.71%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Churchu
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67.97 | 79.03 | 56.44 |
| Urban Area | 82.82 | 89.72 | 75.14 |
| Rural Area | 65.71 | 77.34 | 53.71 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Churchu
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 68.65 | 79.82 | 56.84 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 56.41 | 67.99 | 44.84 |
| Muslim | 74.04 | 84.94 | 62.65 |
| Christian | 84.25 | 90 | 79.03 |
Churchu Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Churchu Tehsil is 7.78 k (7,776) with 3.95 k (3,948) males and 3.83 k (3,828) females, which is 14.48% of Churchu Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 970 females for every 1000 males.
Churchu Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Churchu Tehsil is 12.95 k (12,952) with 6.49 k (6,487) males and 6.47 k (6,465) females, which is 24.12% of Churchu Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 997 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Churchu
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 956 |
| Urban Area | 895 |
| Rural Area | 966 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Churchu
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 943 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 998 |
| Muslim | 959 |
| Christian | 1071 |
Churchu Area & Households
The Total Area of Churchu Tehsil is 149.39 Square KM, with a population density of 359 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Churchu Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Churchu Tehsil are 40.The Total Number of households in Churchu Tehsil are 9.60 k(9,599).
Churchu Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Churchu Tehsil, there are about 21.16 k (21,164) workers, making up nearly 39.41% of the Churchu Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 13.44 k (13,436) are male workers, and about 7.73 k (7,728) are female workers.
Churchu - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 64.89 k (64,888) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 65.69 k (65,691) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 66.45 k (66,448) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 67.17 k (67,174) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 67.90 k (67,899) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 68.63 k (68,626) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 69.35 k (69,351) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 70.02 k (70,019) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 70.65 k (70,647) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 71.28 k (71,275) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 71.90 k (71,902) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 72.53 k (72,529) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 73.16 k (73,156) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Churchu Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 73.16 k (73,156), with a male population of 37.05 k (37,053) and a female population of 36.11 k (36,106). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Churchu Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.