Herhanj Population
As per the 2011 Census, Herhanj Tehsil has a population of 34.63 k (34,630) with 17.77 k (17,772) males and 16.86 k (16,858) females.The sex ratio in Herhanj is 949, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Herhanj Tehsil is 7.16 k (7,159) which is 20.67% of Herhanj Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Herhanj Tehsil is 961 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Herhanj Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Latehar District in the state of JHARKHAND in India.
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Herhanj Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Herhanj Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 41.84 k (41,841), indicating a 20.82% increased from Herhanj's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 21.40 k, and the estimated female population is 20.44 k.
Herhanj Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Herhanj Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 42.36 k (42,359), projecting a 22.32% increased from Herhanj's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 21.65 k, and the estimated female population is 20.71 k.
Herhanj Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Herhanj Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 28.59 k (28,593), accounting for 82.57% of the Herhanj Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 14.65 k (14,648), and the Hindu female population is around 13.95 k (13,945).
Herhanj Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Herhanj Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 3.96 k (3,964), accounting for 11.45% of the Herhanj Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.05 k (2,046), and the Muslim female population is around 1.92 k (1,918).
Herhanj Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 28,593 | 82.57% |
| Muslim | 3,964 | 11.45% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,590 | 4.59% |
| Christian | 438 | 1.26% |
| Religion not stated | 38 | 0.11% |
| Buddhist | 3 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 2 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 2 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationHerhanj Urban Population
The Urban population of Herhanj Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Herhanj total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Herhanj Rural Population
The Rural population of Herhanj Tehsil is 34.63 k (34,630), with 17.77 k (17,772) being males and 16.86 k (16,858) being females, making up 100% of the Herhanj total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 949 females for every 1000 males.
Herhanj Literacy Rate
Herhanj Tehsil has a literacy rate of 54.62% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Herhanj Tehsil is 66.13 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Herhanj Tehsil is 42.45 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Herhanj Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Herhanj Tehsil, it is around 54.62%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Herhanj
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 54.62 | 66.13 | 42.45 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 54.62 | 66.13 | 42.45 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Herhanj
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 53.27 | 65.22 | 40.68 |
| Muslim | 64.01 | 74.64 | 52.5 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 46.81 | 54.6 | 37.98 |
| Christian | 81.3 | 88.69 | 75.12 |
Herhanj Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Herhanj Tehsil is 14.65 k (14,654) with 7.41 k (7,410) males and 7.24 k (7,244) females, which is 42.32% of Herhanj Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 978 females for every 1000 males.
Herhanj Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Herhanj Tehsil is 8.53 k (8,534) with 4.34 k (4,342) males and 4.19 k (4,192) females, which is 24.64% of Herhanj Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 966 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Herhanj
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 949 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 949 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Herhanj
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 953 |
| Muslim | 938 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 867 |
| Christian | 1169 |
Herhanj Area & Households
The Total Area of Herhanj Tehsil is 399.9 Square KM, with a population density of 87 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Herhanj Tehsil are 51.The Total Number of households in Herhanj Tehsil are 5.98 k(5,979).
Herhanj Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Herhanj Tehsil, there are about 15.51 k (15,508) workers, making up nearly 44.78% of the Herhanj Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 8.56 k (8,558) are male workers, and about 6.95 k (6,950) are female workers.
Herhanj - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 41.84 k (41,841) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 42.36 k (42,359) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 42.85 k (42,847) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 43.32 k (43,315) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 43.78 k (43,783) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 44.25 k (44,252) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 44.72 k (44,719) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 45.15 k (45,150) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 45.56 k (45,555) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 45.96 k (45,959) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 46.36 k (46,364) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 46.77 k (46,768) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 47.17 k (47,172) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Herhanj Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 47.17 k (47,172), with a male population of 23.98 k (23,982) and a female population of 23.19 k (23,191). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Herhanj Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.