Balumath Population
As per the 2011 Census, Balumath Tehsil has a population of 89.01 k (89,012) with 45.31 k (45,313) males and 43.70 k (43,699) females.The sex ratio in Balumath is 965, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Balumath Tehsil is 16.71 k (16,714) which is 18.78% of Balumath Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Balumath Tehsil is 955 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Balumath Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Latehar District in the state of JHARKHAND in India.
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Balumath Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Balumath Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.08 Lac (1,07,546), indicating a 20.82% increased from Balumath's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 54.56 k, and the estimated female population is 53.00 k.
Balumath Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Balumath Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.09 Lac (1,08,877), projecting a 22.32% increased from Balumath's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 55.21 k, and the estimated female population is 53.67 k.
Balumath Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Balumath Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 58.97 k (58,969), accounting for 66.25% of the Balumath Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 30.14 k (30,137), and the Hindu female population is around 28.83 k (28,832).
Balumath Other religions and persuasions Population
Other religions and persuasions is the second most popular religion in Balumath Tehsil, with a total Other religions and persuasions population of 16.82 k (16,819), accounting for 18.9% of the Balumath Tehsil population. Out of this, the Other religions and persuasions male population stands at approximately 8.45 k (8,451), and the Other religions and persuasions female population is around 8.37 k (8,368).
Balumath Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 58,969 | 66.25% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 16,819 | 18.9% |
| Muslim | 12,140 | 13.64% |
| Christian | 917 | 1.03% |
| Religion not stated | 162 | 0.18% |
| Sikh | 5 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 0 | 0% |
| Jain | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBalumath Urban Population
The Urban population of Balumath Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Balumath total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Balumath Rural Population
The Rural population of Balumath Tehsil is 89.01 k (89,012), with 45.31 k (45,313) being males and 43.70 k (43,699) being females, making up 100% of the Balumath total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 965 females for every 1000 males.
Balumath Literacy Rate
Balumath Tehsil has a literacy rate of 58.22% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Balumath Tehsil is 68.52 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Balumath Tehsil is 47.57 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Balumath Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Balumath Tehsil, it is around 58.22%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Balumath
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 58.22 | 68.52 | 47.57 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 58.22 | 68.52 | 47.57 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Balumath
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 55.71 | 66.37 | 44.56 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 55.75 | 66.85 | 44.68 |
| Muslim | 72.37 | 80.06 | 64.39 |
| Christian | 77.82 | 84.38 | 71.17 |
Balumath Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Balumath Tehsil is 21.54 k (21,535) with 10.88 k (10,877) males and 10.66 k (10,658) females, which is 24.19% of Balumath Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 980 females for every 1000 males.
Balumath Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Balumath Tehsil is 24.30 k (24,301) with 12.23 k (12,226) males and 12.08 k (12,075) females, which is 27.3% of Balumath Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 988 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Balumath
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 965 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 965 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Balumath
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 957 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 991 |
| Muslim | 964 |
| Christian | 964 |
Balumath Area & Households
The Total Area of Balumath Tehsil is 259.52 Square KM, with a population density of 343 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Balumath Tehsil are 67.The Total Number of households in Balumath Tehsil are 15.97 k(15,972).
Balumath Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Balumath Tehsil, there are about 37.49 k (37,494) workers, making up nearly 42.12% of the Balumath Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 22.34 k (22,340) are male workers, and about 15.15 k (15,154) are female workers.
Balumath - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.08 Lac (1,07,546) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.09 Lac (1,08,877) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.10 Lac (1,10,133) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.11 Lac (1,11,335) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.13 Lac (1,12,537) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.14 Lac (1,13,742) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.15 Lac (1,14,944) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.16 Lac (1,16,051) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.17 Lac (1,17,093) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.18 Lac (1,18,132) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.19 Lac (1,19,171) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.20 Lac (1,20,211) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.21 Lac (1,21,250) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Balumath Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.21 Lac (1,21,250), with a male population of 61.15 k (61,147) and a female population of 60.11 k (60,113). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Balumath Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.