Purbi Singhbhum Population
As per the 2011 Census, Purbi Singhbhum District has a population of 22.94 Lac (22,93,919) with 11.77 Lac (11,76,902) males and 11.17 Lac (11,17,017) females.The sex ratio in Purbi Singhbhum is 950, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Purbi Singhbhum District is 2.97 Lac (2,96,626) which is 12.93% of Purbi Singhbhum District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Purbi Singhbhum District is 924 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Purbi Singhbhum District is listed as part of JHARKHAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Purbi Singhbhum Population Census 2011
- Purbi Singhbhum 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
Purbi Singhbhum Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Purbi Singhbhum District current estimated population is projected to be 27.72 Lac (27,71,555), indicating a 20.82% increased from Purbi Singhbhum's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 14.17 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.55 Lac.
Purbi Singhbhum Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Purbi Singhbhum District estimated population is projected to be 28.06 Lac (28,05,844), projecting a 22.32% increased from Purbi Singhbhum's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 14.34 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.72 Lac.
Purbi Singhbhum Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Purbi Singhbhum District, with a total Hindu population of 15.50 Lac (15,50,178), accounting for 67.58% of the Purbi Singhbhum District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.02 Lac (8,01,515), and the Hindu female population is around 7.49 Lac (7,48,663).
Purbi Singhbhum Other religions and persuasions Population
Other religions and persuasions is the second most popular religion in Purbi Singhbhum District, with a total Other religions and persuasions population of 4.65 Lac (4,65,367), accounting for 20.29% of the Purbi Singhbhum District population. Out of this, the Other religions and persuasions male population stands at approximately 2.32 Lac (2,32,024), and the Other religions and persuasions female population is around 2.33 Lac (2,33,343).
Purbi Singhbhum Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 15,50,178 | 67.58% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 4,65,367 | 20.29% |
| Muslim | 2,03,999 | 8.89% |
| Sikh | 38,544 | 1.68% |
| Christian | 30,172 | 1.32% |
| Religion not stated | 3,097 | 0.14% |
| Jain | 1,670 | 0.07% |
| Buddhist | 892 | 0.04% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPurbi Singhbhum Urban Population
The Urban population of Purbi Singhbhum District is 12.75 Lac (12,74,591), with 6.62 Lac (6,62,404) being males and 6.12 Lac (6,12,187) being females, making up 55.56% of the Purbi Singhbhum total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 925 females for every 1000 males.
Purbi Singhbhum Rural Population
The Rural population of Purbi Singhbhum District is 10.19 Lac (10,19,328), with 5.14 Lac (5,14,498) being males and 5.05 Lac (5,04,830) being females, making up 44.44% of the Purbi Singhbhum total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 982 females for every 1000 males.
Purbi Singhbhum Literacy Rate
Purbi Singhbhum District has a literacy rate of 75.49% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Purbi Singhbhum District is 83.75 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Purbi Singhbhum District is 66.81 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Purbi Singhbhum District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.27%, while in the rural regions of Purbi Singhbhum District, it is around 62.86%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Purbi Singhbhum
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75.49 | 83.75 | 66.81 |
| Urban Area | 85.27 | 90.56 | 79.57 |
| Rural Area | 62.86 | 74.7 | 50.85 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Purbi Singhbhum
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 78.1 | 85.72 | 69.97 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 60.15 | 72.98 | 47.5 |
| Muslim | 83.74 | 87.92 | 79.22 |
| Sikh | 93.32 | 95.37 | 91.11 |
Purbi Singhbhum Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Purbi Singhbhum District is 1.11 Lac (1,11,414) with 56.15 k (56,147) males and 55.27 k (55,267) females, which is 4.86% of Purbi Singhbhum District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 985 females for every 1000 males.
Purbi Singhbhum Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Purbi Singhbhum District is 6.54 Lac (6,53,923) with 3.26 Lac (3,25,989) males and 3.28 Lac (3,27,934) females, which is 28.51% of Purbi Singhbhum District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1006 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Purbi Singhbhum
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 950 |
| Urban Area | 925 |
| Rural Area | 982 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Purbi Singhbhum
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 935 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1006 |
| Muslim | 930 |
| Sikh | 924 |
Purbi Singhbhum Area & Households
The Total Area of Purbi Singhbhum District is 3,562 Square KM, with a population density of 644 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Purbi Singhbhum District are 15 and the Total Number of Villages in Purbi Singhbhum District are 1,748.The Total Number of households in Purbi Singhbhum District are 4.77 Lac(4,76,931).
Purbi Singhbhum Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Purbi Singhbhum District, there are about 8.37 Lac (8,37,167) workers, making up nearly 36.5% of the Purbi Singhbhum District total population. Out of these, around 6.16 Lac (6,16,249) are male workers, and about 2.21 Lac (2,20,918) are female workers.
Purbi Singhbhum - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Purbi Singhbhum district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,62,602, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 22,93,919 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 29.56% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 18.49%.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.
Purbi Singhbhum District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,62,602 to 22,93,919.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 29.56%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 3.63 Lac | ----- | ----- | 1.79 Lac | 1.84 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.05 Lac | 42.25 k | 11.65299695 | 1.99 Lac | 2.06 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.28 Lac | 23.36 k | 5.769458771 | 2.14 Lac | 2.15 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.23 Lac | 95.02 k | 22.18983966 | 2.63 Lac | 2.60 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.24 Lac | 1.01 Lac | 19.24970472 | 3.15 Lac | 3.09 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.78 Lac | 53.93 k | 8.642610445 | 3.56 Lac | 3.22 Lac |
| 1961 | 8.72 Lac | 1.94 Lac | 28.57640205 | 4.59 Lac | 4.12 Lac |
| 1971 | 10.64 Lac | 1.93 Lac | 22.11646464 | 5.63 Lac | 5.02 Lac |
| 1981 | 13.79 Lac | 3.15 Lac | 29.55651325 | 7.24 Lac | 6.55 Lac |
| 1991 | 16.13 Lac | 2.34 Lac | 16.97952571 | 8.46 Lac | 7.67 Lac |
| 2001 | 19.83 Lac | 3.70 Lac | 22.931173 | 10.27 Lac | 9.56 Lac |
| 2011 | 22.94 Lac | 3.11 Lac | 15.67992343 | 11.77 Lac | 11.17 Lac |
Purbi Singhbhum - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 27.72 Lac (27,71,555) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 28.06 Lac (28,05,844) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 28.38 Lac (28,38,205) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 28.69 Lac (28,69,189) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 29.00 Lac (29,00,173) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 29.31 Lac (29,31,226) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 29.62 Lac (29,62,210) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 29.91 Lac (29,90,716) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 30.18 Lac (30,17,568) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 30.44 Lac (30,44,352) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 30.71 Lac (30,71,136) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 30.98 Lac (30,97,920) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 31.25 Lac (31,24,704) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Purbi Singhbhum District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 31.25 Lac (31,24,704), with a male population of 15.88 Lac (15,88,133) and a female population of 15.37 Lac (15,36,579). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Purbi Singhbhum District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.