Garu Population
As per the 2011 Census, Garu Tehsil has a population of 30.27 k (30,274) with 15.23 k (15,227) males and 15.05 k (15,047) females.The sex ratio in Garu is 989, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Garu Tehsil is 6.30 k (6,302) which is 20.82% of Garu Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Garu Tehsil is 983 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Garu Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Latehar District in the state of JHARKHAND in India.
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Garu Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Garu Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 36.58 k (36,578), indicating a 20.82% increased from Garu's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 18.33 k, and the estimated female population is 18.25 k.
Garu Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Garu Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 37.03 k (37,031), projecting a 22.32% increased from Garu's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 18.55 k, and the estimated female population is 18.48 k.
Garu Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Garu Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 13.85 k (13,852), accounting for 45.76% of the Garu Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.09 k (7,091), and the Hindu female population is around 6.76 k (6,761).
Garu Other religions and persuasions Population
Other religions and persuasions is the second most popular religion in Garu Tehsil, with a total Other religions and persuasions population of 12.48 k (12,476), accounting for 41.21% of the Garu Tehsil population. Out of this, the Other religions and persuasions male population stands at approximately 6.16 k (6,161), and the Other religions and persuasions female population is around 6.32 k (6,315).
Garu Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 13,852 | 45.76% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 12,476 | 41.21% |
| Christian | 2,623 | 8.66% |
| Muslim | 1,200 | 3.96% |
| Religion not stated | 117 | 0.39% |
| Buddhist | 5 | 0.02% |
| Sikh | 1 | 0% |
| Jain | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGaru Urban Population
The Urban population of Garu Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Garu total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Garu Rural Population
The Rural population of Garu Tehsil is 30.27 k (30,274), with 15.23 k (15,227) being males and 15.05 k (15,047) being females, making up 100% of the Garu total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 989 females for every 1000 males.
Garu Literacy Rate
Garu Tehsil has a literacy rate of 57.6% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Garu Tehsil is 70.34 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Garu Tehsil is 44.74 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Garu Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Garu Tehsil, it is around 57.6%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Garu
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57.6 | 70.34 | 44.74 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 57.6 | 70.34 | 44.74 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Garu
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 57.17 | 70.56 | 43.02 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 53.12 | 66.32 | 40.28 |
| Christian | 74.21 | 81.92 | 66.82 |
| Muslim | 71.28 | 82.52 | 59.83 |
Garu Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Garu Tehsil is 1.48 k (1,475) with 761 (761) males and 714 (714) females, which is 4.87% of Garu Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 939 females for every 1000 males.
Garu Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Garu Tehsil is 24.20 k (24,199) with 12.05 k (12,048) males and 12.15 k (12,151) females, which is 79.93% of Garu Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1009 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Garu
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 989 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 989 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Garu
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 954 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1025 |
| Christian | 1004 |
| Muslim | 964 |
Garu Area & Households
The Total Area of Garu Tehsil is 507.64 Square KM, with a population density of 60 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Garu Tehsil are 74.The Total Number of households in Garu Tehsil are 5.91 k(5,905).
Garu Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Garu Tehsil, there are about 13.71 k (13,709) workers, making up nearly 45.28% of the Garu Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 7.08 k (7,076) are male workers, and about 6.63 k (6,633) are female workers.
Garu - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 36.58 k (36,578) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 37.03 k (37,031) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 37.46 k (37,458) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 37.87 k (37,867) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 38.28 k (38,276) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 38.69 k (38,685) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 39.09 k (39,094) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 39.47 k (39,470) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 39.83 k (39,825) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 40.18 k (40,178) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 40.53 k (40,532) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 40.89 k (40,885) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 41.24 k (41,239) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Garu Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 41.24 k (41,239), with a male population of 20.55 k (20,548) and a female population of 20.70 k (20,699). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Garu Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.