Pakur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Pakur District has a population of 9.00 Lac (9,00,422) with 4.53 Lac (4,52,661) males and 4.48 Lac (4,47,761) females.The sex ratio in Pakur is 990, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Pakur District is 1.78 Lac (1,77,623) which is 19.73% of Pakur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Pakur District is 976 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Pakur District is listed as part of JHARKHAND State in INDIA.
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Pakur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Pakur District current estimated population is projected to be 10.88 Lac (10,87,907), indicating a 20.82% increased from Pakur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 5.45 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.43 Lac.
Pakur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Pakur District estimated population is projected to be 11.01 Lac (11,01,366), projecting a 22.32% increased from Pakur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 5.52 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.50 Lac.
Pakur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Pakur District, with a total Hindu population of 4.10 Lac (4,10,127), accounting for 45.55% of the Pakur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.07 Lac (2,06,985), and the Hindu female population is around 2.03 Lac (2,03,142).
Pakur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Pakur District, with a total Muslim population of 3.23 Lac (3,22,963), accounting for 35.87% of the Pakur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.63 Lac (1,63,349), and the Muslim female population is around 1.60 Lac (1,59,614).
Pakur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 4,10,127 | 45.55% |
| Muslim | 3,22,963 | 35.87% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 88,760 | 9.86% |
| Christian | 75,865 | 8.43% |
| Religion not stated | 1,846 | 0.21% |
| Sikh | 356 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 283 | 0.03% |
| Jain | 222 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPakur Urban Population
The Urban population of Pakur District is 67.51 k (67,512), with 34.41 k (34,410) being males and 33.10 k (33,102) being females, making up 7.5% of the Pakur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Pakur Rural Population
The Rural population of Pakur District is 8.33 Lac (8,32,910), with 4.18 Lac (4,18,251) being males and 4.15 Lac (4,14,659) being females, making up 92.5% of the Pakur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 992 females for every 1000 males.
Pakur Literacy Rate
Pakur District has a literacy rate of 48.82% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Pakur District is 57.06 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Pakur District is 40.52 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Pakur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 66.5%, while in the rural regions of Pakur District, it is around 47.33%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Pakur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 48.82 | 57.06 | 40.52 |
| Urban Area | 66.5 | 71.29 | 61.49 |
| Rural Area | 47.33 | 55.84 | 38.79 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Pakur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 50.17 | 59.67 | 40.48 |
| Muslim | 48.19 | 54.09 | 42.17 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 39.14 | 49.35 | 29.31 |
| Christian | 55.1 | 63.77 | 46.89 |
Pakur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Pakur District is 28.47 k (28,469) with 14.35 k (14,352) males and 14.12 k (14,117) females, which is 3.16% of Pakur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 984 females for every 1000 males.
Pakur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Pakur District is 3.79 Lac (3,79,054) with 1.87 Lac (1,86,967) males and 1.92 Lac (1,92,087) females, which is 42.1% of Pakur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1028 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Pakur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 990 |
| Urban Area | 962 |
| Rural Area | 992 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Pakur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 982 |
| Muslim | 978 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1029 |
| Christian | 1039 |
Pakur Area & Households
The Total Area of Pakur District is 1,811 Square KM, with a population density of 497 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Pakur District are 4 and the Total Number of Villages in Pakur District are 1,247.The Total Number of households in Pakur District are 1.82 Lac(1,82,317).
Pakur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Pakur District, there are about 4.05 Lac (4,04,584) workers, making up nearly 44.93% of the Pakur District total population. Out of these, around 2.34 Lac (2,34,012) are male workers, and about 1.71 Lac (1,70,572) are female workers.
Pakur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Pakur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,15,587, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 9,00,422 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2011. The growth rate of 28.33% 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 14.31%.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.
Pakur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,15,587 to 9,00,422.
- The year 2011 stands out with a growth rate of 28.33%.
- 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 | 2.16 Lac | ----- | ----- | 1.07 Lac | 1.09 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.24 Lac | 8.72 k | 4.043379239 | 1.11 Lac | 1.13 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.14 Lac | -10.01 k | -4.46046437 | 1.07 Lac | 1.08 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.45 Lac | 30.65 k | 14.30058003 | 1.22 Lac | 1.22 Lac |
| 1941 | 2.67 Lac | 22.01 k | 8.98609892 | 1.34 Lac | 1.33 Lac |
| 1951 | 2.77 Lac | 10.47 k | 3.920121668 | 1.39 Lac | 1.38 Lac |
| 1961 | 3.47 Lac | 69.59 k | 25.08497915 | 1.75 Lac | 1.72 Lac |
| 1971 | 4.03 Lac | 56.07 k | 16.15678997 | 2.05 Lac | 1.98 Lac |
| 1981 | 4.64 Lac | 61.08 k | 15.15240226 | 2.35 Lac | 2.29 Lac |
| 1991 | 5.64 Lac | 1.00 Lac | 21.5659027 | 2.89 Lac | 2.75 Lac |
| 2001 | 7.02 Lac | 1.37 Lac | 24.3527283 | 3.59 Lac | 3.43 Lac |
| 2011 | 9.00 Lac | 1.99 Lac | 28.32666347 | 4.53 Lac | 4.48 Lac |
Pakur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10.88 Lac (10,87,907) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 11.01 Lac (11,01,366) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 11.14 Lac (11,14,069) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 11.26 Lac (11,26,231) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 11.38 Lac (11,38,393) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 11.51 Lac (11,50,582) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 11.63 Lac (11,62,744) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 11.74 Lac (11,73,933) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 11.84 Lac (11,84,473) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 11.95 Lac (11,94,987) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 12.06 Lac (12,05,500) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 12.16 Lac (12,16,013) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 12.27 Lac (12,26,527) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Pakur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 12.27 Lac (12,26,527), with a male population of 6.11 Lac (6,10,829) and a female population of 6.16 Lac (6,15,944). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Pakur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.