Palamu Population
As per the 2011 Census, Palamu District has a population of 19.40 Lac (19,39,869) with 10.06 Lac (10,06,302) males and 9.34 Lac (9,33,567) females.The sex ratio in Palamu is 928, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Palamu District is 3.30 Lac (3,29,728) which is 17% of Palamu District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Palamu District is 945 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Palamu District is listed as part of JHARKHAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Palamu Population Census 2011
- Palamu 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
Palamu Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Palamu District current estimated population is projected to be 23.44 Lac (23,43,786), indicating a 20.82% increased from Palamu's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 12.12 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.32 Lac.
Palamu Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Palamu District estimated population is projected to be 23.73 Lac (23,72,782), projecting a 22.32% increased from Palamu's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 12.26 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.47 Lac.
Palamu Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Palamu District, with a total Hindu population of 16.83 Lac (16,83,169), accounting for 86.77% of the Palamu District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.74 Lac (8,74,192), and the Hindu female population is around 8.09 Lac (8,08,977).
Palamu Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Palamu District, with a total Muslim population of 2.38 Lac (2,38,295), accounting for 12.28% of the Palamu District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.23 Lac (1,22,763), and the Muslim female population is around 1.16 Lac (1,15,532).
Palamu Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 16,83,169 | 86.77% |
| Muslim | 2,38,295 | 12.28% |
| Christian | 6,164 | 0.32% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 5,681 | 0.29% |
| Religion not stated | 5,354 | 0.28% |
| Sikh | 734 | 0.04% |
| Jain | 284 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 188 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPalamu Urban Population
The Urban population of Palamu District is 2.26 Lac (2,26,003), with 1.19 Lac (1,18,751) being males and 1.07 Lac (1,07,252) being females, making up 11.65% of the Palamu total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 904 females for every 1000 males.
Palamu Rural Population
The Rural population of Palamu District is 17.14 Lac (17,13,866), with 8.88 Lac (8,87,551) being males and 8.26 Lac (8,26,315) being females, making up 88.35% of the Palamu total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 932 females for every 1000 males.
Palamu Literacy Rate
Palamu District has a literacy rate of 63.63% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Palamu District is 74.3 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Palamu District is 52.09 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Palamu District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 80.54%, while in the rural regions of Palamu District, it is around 61.31%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Palamu
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63.63 | 74.3 | 52.09 |
| Urban Area | 80.54 | 87.07 | 73.3 |
| Rural Area | 61.31 | 72.52 | 49.22 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Palamu
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 63.28 | 74.07 | 51.57 |
| Muslim | 65.79 | 75.73 | 55.16 |
| Christian | 80.59 | 86.32 | 74.92 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 51.96 | 63.61 | 39.65 |
Palamu Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Palamu District is 5.36 Lac (5,36,382) with 2.77 Lac (2,77,119) males and 2.59 Lac (2,59,263) females, which is 27.65% of Palamu District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 936 females for every 1000 males.
Palamu Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Palamu District is 1.81 Lac (1,81,208) with 92.58 k (92,577) males and 88.63 k (88,631) females, which is 9.34% of Palamu District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 958 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Palamu
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 928 |
| Urban Area | 904 |
| Rural Area | 932 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Palamu
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 926 |
| Muslim | 942 |
| Christian | 994 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 972 |
Palamu Area & Households
The Total Area of Palamu District is 4,393 Square KM, with a population density of 442 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Palamu District are 9 and the Total Number of Villages in Palamu District are 1,870.The Total Number of households in Palamu District are 3.59 Lac(3,58,754).
Palamu Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Palamu District, there are about 7.13 Lac (7,13,175) workers, making up nearly 36.76% of the Palamu District total population. Out of these, around 4.73 Lac (4,73,042) are male workers, and about 2.40 Lac (2,40,133) are female workers.
Palamu - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Palamu district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,08,256, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 19,39,869 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 28.9% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 18.50%.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.
Palamu District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,08,256 to 19,39,869.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 28.9%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 3.08 Lac | ----- | ----- | 1.52 Lac | 1.56 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.42 Lac | 33.61 k | 10.90424842 | 1.70 Lac | 1.72 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.65 Lac | 22.71 k | 6.642895378 | 1.83 Lac | 1.82 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.07 Lac | 42.43 k | 11.63670974 | 2.04 Lac | 2.03 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.54 Lac | 46.73 k | 11.48072255 | 2.27 Lac | 2.26 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.90 Lac | 36.31 k | 8.00165737 | 2.48 Lac | 2.42 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.89 Lac | 99.30 k | 20.263776 | 2.97 Lac | 2.92 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.38 Lac | 1.49 Lac | 25.2790848 | 3.77 Lac | 3.61 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.51 Lac | 2.13 Lac | 28.78482926 | 4.87 Lac | 4.63 Lac |
| 1991 | 11.93 Lac | 2.42 Lac | 25.44721031 | 6.20 Lac | 5.73 Lac |
| 2001 | 15.37 Lac | 3.45 Lac | 28.89534801 | 7.98 Lac | 7.40 Lac |
| 2011 | 19.40 Lac | 4.02 Lac | 26.1732137 | 10.06 Lac | 9.34 Lac |
Palamu - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23.44 Lac (23,43,786) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 23.73 Lac (23,72,782) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 24.00 Lac (24,00,149) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 24.26 Lac (24,26,351) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 24.53 Lac (24,52,552) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 24.79 Lac (24,78,813) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 25.05 Lac (25,05,014) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 25.29 Lac (25,29,120) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 25.52 Lac (25,51,828) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 25.74 Lac (25,74,478) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 25.97 Lac (25,97,129) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 26.20 Lac (26,19,779) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 26.42 Lac (26,42,429) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Palamu District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 26.42 Lac (26,42,429), with a male population of 13.58 Lac (13,57,923) and a female population of 12.84 Lac (12,84,224). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Palamu District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.