Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Palamu District

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.

19.40 Lac

Toatl Population

10.06 Lac

Male Population

9.34 Lac

Female Population

More on This Page!
  1. Palamu Population Census 2011
  2. Palamu Population 2024
  3. Hindu Population
  4. Muslim Population
  5. All Religion Population
  6. Urban Population
  7. Rural Population
  8. Literacy Rate
  9. Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
  10. Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
  11. Sex Ratio
  12. Historical Census 1901 to 2011
  13. 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
Hindu16,83,16986.77%
Muslim2,38,29512.28%
Christian6,1640.32%
Other religions and persuasions5,6810.29%
Religion not stated5,3540.28%
Sikh7340.04%
Jain2840.01%
Buddhist1880.01%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Palamu 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

Historical Population of Palamu by Census Year 1901-2011

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 1.45%.