Latehar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Latehar District has a population of 7.27 Lac (7,26,978) with 3.70 Lac (3,69,666) males and 3.57 Lac (3,57,312) females.The sex ratio in Latehar is 967, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Latehar District is 1.38 Lac (1,37,699) which is 18.94% of Latehar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Latehar District is 968 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Latehar District is listed as part of JHARKHAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Latehar Population Census 2011
- Latehar 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
Latehar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Latehar District current estimated population is projected to be 8.78 Lac (8,78,349), indicating a 20.82% increased from Latehar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 4.45 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.33 Lac.
Latehar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Latehar District estimated population is projected to be 8.89 Lac (8,89,215), projecting a 22.32% increased from Latehar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 4.50 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.39 Lac.
Latehar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Latehar District, with a total Hindu population of 4.73 Lac (4,73,049), accounting for 65.07% of the Latehar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.42 Lac (2,41,562), and the Hindu female population is around 2.31 Lac (2,31,487).
Latehar Other religions and persuasions Population
Other religions and persuasions is the second most popular religion in Latehar District, with a total Other religions and persuasions population of 1.34 Lac (1,33,525), accounting for 18.37% of the Latehar District population. Out of this, the Other religions and persuasions male population stands at approximately 67.11 k (67,107), and the Other religions and persuasions female population is around 66.42 k (66,418).
Latehar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 4,73,049 | 65.07% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,33,525 | 18.37% |
| Muslim | 69,808 | 9.6% |
| Christian | 47,653 | 6.55% |
| Religion not stated | 2,679 | 0.37% |
| Buddhist | 128 | 0.02% |
| Sikh | 120 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 16 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationLatehar Urban Population
The Urban population of Latehar District is 51.86 k (51,858), with 27.10 k (27,100) being males and 24.76 k (24,758) being females, making up 7.13% of the Latehar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 914 females for every 1000 males.
Latehar Rural Population
The Rural population of Latehar District is 6.75 Lac (6,75,120), with 3.43 Lac (3,42,566) being males and 3.33 Lac (3,32,554) being females, making up 92.87% of the Latehar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 971 females for every 1000 males.
Latehar Literacy Rate
Latehar District has a literacy rate of 59.51% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Latehar District is 69.97 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Latehar District is 48.68 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Latehar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 78.33%, while in the rural regions of Latehar District, it is around 57.99%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Latehar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59.51 | 69.97 | 48.68 |
| Urban Area | 78.33 | 84.77 | 71.26 |
| Rural Area | 57.99 | 68.74 | 46.92 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Latehar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 57.69 | 68.47 | 46.41 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 53.65 | 64.9 | 42.36 |
| Muslim | 68.63 | 78.33 | 58.45 |
| Christian | 79.01 | 85.66 | 72.48 |
Latehar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Latehar District is 1.55 Lac (1,54,910) with 78.27 k (78,266) males and 76.64 k (76,644) females, which is 21.31% of Latehar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 980 females for every 1000 males.
Latehar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Latehar District is 3.31 Lac (3,31,096) with 1.66 Lac (1,66,427) males and 1.65 Lac (1,64,669) females, which is 45.54% of Latehar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 990 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Latehar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 967 |
| Urban Area | 914 |
| Rural Area | 971 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Latehar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 959 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 990 |
| Muslim | 956 |
| Christian | 1003 |
Latehar Area & Households
The Total Area of Latehar District is 4,291 Square KM, with a population density of 169 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Latehar District are 4 and the Total Number of Villages in Latehar District are 769.The Total Number of households in Latehar District are 1.33 Lac(1,33,381).
Latehar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Latehar District, there are about 3.13 Lac (3,13,379) workers, making up nearly 43.11% of the Latehar District total population. Out of these, around 1.80 Lac (1,80,106) are male workers, and about 1.33 Lac (1,33,273) are female workers.
Latehar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Latehar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,26,790, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 7,26,978 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2011. The growth rate of 29.61% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 17.46%.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.
Latehar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,26,790 to 7,26,978.
- The year 2011 stands out with a growth rate of 29.61%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.27 Lac | ----- | ----- | 62.66 k | 64.13 k |
| 1911 | 1.41 Lac | 13.83 k | 10.90464548 | 69.90 k | 70.72 k |
| 1921 | 1.50 Lac | 9.34 k | 6.642914035 | 75.12 k | 74.84 k |
| 1931 | 1.67 Lac | 17.45 k | 11.63666918 | 83.79 k | 83.62 k |
| 1941 | 1.87 Lac | 19.22 k | 11.48100139 | 93.52 k | 93.11 k |
| 1951 | 2.02 Lac | 14.93 k | 8.001521752 | 1.03 Lac | 98.85 k |
| 1961 | 2.40 Lac | 38.02 k | 18.86038897 | 1.20 Lac | 1.19 Lac |
| 1971 | 3.00 Lac | 60.06 k | 25.06730669 | 1.51 Lac | 1.48 Lac |
| 1981 | 3.60 Lac | 60.30 k | 20.12482061 | 1.82 Lac | 1.78 Lac |
| 1991 | 4.57 Lac | 97.11 k | 26.98024616 | 2.34 Lac | 2.23 Lac |
| 2001 | 5.61 Lac | 1.04 Lac | 22.72317521 | 2.87 Lac | 2.74 Lac |
| 2011 | 7.27 Lac | 1.66 Lac | 29.61058596 | 3.70 Lac | 3.57 Lac |
Latehar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8.78 Lac (8,78,349) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 8.89 Lac (8,89,215) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 8.99 Lac (8,99,471) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 9.09 Lac (9,09,290) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 9.19 Lac (9,19,110) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 9.29 Lac (9,28,951) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 9.39 Lac (9,38,770) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 9.48 Lac (9,47,804) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 9.56 Lac (9,56,314) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 9.65 Lac (9,64,802) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 9.73 Lac (9,73,290) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 9.82 Lac (9,81,779) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 9.90 Lac (9,90,267) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Latehar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 9.90 Lac (9,90,267), with a male population of 4.99 Lac (4,98,834) and a female population of 4.92 Lac (4,91,522). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Latehar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.45%.