Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Kodarma District

Kodarma Population

As per the 2011 Census, Kodarma District has a population of 7.16 Lac (7,16,259) with 3.67 Lac (3,67,222) males and 3.49 Lac (3,49,037) females.The sex ratio in Kodarma is 951, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kodarma District is 1.32 Lac (1,32,375) which is 18.48% of Kodarma District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kodarma District is 950 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Kodarma District is listed as part of JHARKHAND State in INDIA.

7.16 Lac

Toatl Population

3.67 Lac

Male Population

3.49 Lac

Female Population

Kodarma Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Kodarma District current estimated population is projected to be 8.65 Lac (8,65,398), indicating a 20.82% increased from Kodarma's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 4.42 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.23 Lac.

Kodarma Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Kodarma District estimated population is projected to be 8.76 Lac (8,76,104), projecting a 22.32% increased from Kodarma's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 4.47 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.29 Lac.

Kodarma Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Kodarma District, with a total Hindu population of 6.05 Lac (6,05,138), accounting for 84.49% of the Kodarma District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 3.11 Lac (3,10,571), and the Hindu female population is around 2.95 Lac (2,94,567).

Kodarma Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kodarma District, with a total Muslim population of 1.07 Lac (1,07,018), accounting for 14.94% of the Kodarma District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 54.57 k (54,570), and the Muslim female population is around 52.45 k (52,448).

Kodarma Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu6,05,13884.49%
Muslim1,07,01814.94%
Christian1,2210.17%
Jain9800.14%
Sikh9440.13%
Religion not stated6570.09%
Other religions and persuasions2690.04%
Buddhist320%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Kodarma Urban Population

The Urban population of Kodarma District is 1.41 Lac (1,41,246), with 73.63 k (73,627) being males and 67.62 k (67,619) being females, making up 19.72% of the Kodarma total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 919 females for every 1000 males.

Kodarma Rural Population

The Rural population of Kodarma District is 5.75 Lac (5,75,013), with 2.94 Lac (2,93,595) being males and 2.81 Lac (2,81,418) being females, making up 80.28% of the Kodarma total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 959 females for every 1000 males.

Kodarma Literacy Rate

Kodarma District has a literacy rate of 66.84% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kodarma District is 79.78 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kodarma District is 53.23 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Kodarma District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 79.15%, while in the rural regions of Kodarma District, it is around 63.69%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kodarma

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 66.84 79.78 53.23
Urban Area 79.15 87.52 70.02
Rural Area 63.69 77.75 49.03

Literacy Rate by Religion in Kodarma

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 66.54 79.91 52.47
Muslim 67.87 78.73 56.54
Christian 79.92 85.45 75
Jain 95.73 96.95 94.42

Kodarma Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kodarma District is 1.09 Lac (1,09,003) with 55.35 k (55,346) males and 53.66 k (53,657) females, which is 15.22% of Kodarma District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 970 females for every 1000 males.

Kodarma Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kodarma District is 6.90 k (6,903) with 3.59 k (3,594) males and 3.31 k (3,309) females, which is 0.96% of Kodarma District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 921 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kodarma

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 951
Urban Area 919
Rural Area 959

Sex Ratio by Religion in Kodarma

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 949
Muslim 962
Christian 1124
Jain 930

Kodarma Area & Households

The Total Area of Kodarma District is 2,540 Square KM, with a population density of 282 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kodarma District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Kodarma District are 699.The Total Number of households in Kodarma District are 1.16 Lac(1,16,155).

Kodarma Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Kodarma District, there are about 2.57 Lac (2,57,418) workers, making up nearly 35.94% of the Kodarma District total population. Out of these, around 1.74 Lac (1,73,993) are male workers, and about 83.43 k (83,425) are female workers.

Kodarma - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Diving deeper into local demographics, Kodarma district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,10,697, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 7,16,259 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 2011. The growth rate of 32.42% 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 18.89%.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.

Kodarma District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 1,10,697 to 7,16,259.
  • The year 2011 stands out with a growth rate of 32.42%.
  • 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 1.11 Lac ----- ----- 53.58 k 57.12 k
1911 1.21 Lac 10.40 k 9.392305121 59.12 k 61.98 k
1921 1.20 Lac -1.10 k -0.905082002 58.64 k 61.36 k
1931 1.43 Lac 22.59 k 18.82698045 70.66 k 71.93 k
1941 1.65 Lac 21.99 k 15.42043622 82.65 k 81.93 k
1951 1.82 Lac 17.47 k 10.61320468 88.86 k 93.18 k
1961 2.15 Lac 33.21 k 18.24109423 1.07 Lac 1.09 Lac
1971 2.69 Lac 53.58 k 24.89361307 1.32 Lac 1.37 Lac
1981 3.27 Lac 58.20 k 21.64851434 1.61 Lac 1.66 Lac
1991 4.20 Lac 92.59 k 28.3116486 2.11 Lac 2.08 Lac
2001 5.41 Lac 1.21 Lac 28.90134978 2.70 Lac 2.71 Lac
2011 7.16 Lac 1.75 Lac 32.41961098 3.67 Lac 3.49 Lac

Historical Population of Kodarma by Census Year 1901-2011

Kodarma - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 8.65 Lac (8,65,398) 20.82%
2025 8.76 Lac (8,76,104) 22.32% 1.5 %
2026 8.86 Lac (8,86,209) 23.73% 1.41 %
2027 8.96 Lac (8,95,883) 25.08% 1.35 %
2028 9.06 Lac (9,05,558) 26.43% 1.35 %
2029 9.15 Lac (9,15,254) 27.78% 1.35 %
2030 9.25 Lac (9,24,928) 29.13% 1.35 %
2031 9.34 Lac (9,33,829) 30.38% 1.25 %
2032 9.42 Lac (9,42,213) 31.55% 1.17 %
2033 9.51 Lac (9,50,577) 32.71% 1.16 %
2034 9.59 Lac (9,58,940) 33.88% 1.17 %
2035 9.67 Lac (9,67,303) 35.05% 1.17 %
2036 9.76 Lac (9,75,666) 36.22% 1.17 %

Projected estimates indicate that Kodarma District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 9.76 Lac (9,75,666), with a male population of 4.96 Lac (4,95,536) and a female population of 4.80 Lac (4,80,139). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Kodarma District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.

Kodarma Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Kodarma is 7.16 Lac (7,16,259).

The estimated population of Kodarma in 2024 is approximately 8.65 Lac (8,65,398).

Hindu constitute 84.49% of Kodarma population, amounting to approximately 6.05 Lac (6,05,138) people.

Muslim constitute 14.94% of Kodarma population, totaling around 1.07 Lac (1,07,018) people.

Hindu: 84.49%, Muslim: 14.94%, Christian: 0.17%, Jain: 0.14%, Sikh: 0.13%, Religion not stated: 0.09%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.04%, Buddhist: 0%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Kodarma is 1.09 Lac (15.22%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 6.90 k (0.96%).

In Kodarma, 1.41 Lac (19.72%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 5.75 Lac (80.28%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kodarma is 66.84%, with male literacy at 79.78% and female literacy at 53.23%.

The sex ratio in Kodarma is 951 females for every 1000 males.

Kodarma population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 1.28% up to 2036.