Ranchi Population
As per the 2011 Census, Ranchi District has a population of 29.14 Lac (29,14,253) with 14.95 Lac (14,94,937) males and 14.19 Lac (14,19,316) females.The sex ratio in Ranchi is 950, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Ranchi District is 4.01 Lac (4,01,214) which is 13.77% of Ranchi District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Ranchi District is 938 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Ranchi District is listed as part of JHARKHAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Ranchi Population Census 2011
- Ranchi 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
Ranchi Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Ranchi District current estimated population is projected to be 35.21 Lac (35,21,054), indicating a 20.82% increased from Ranchi's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 18.00 Lac, and the estimated female population is 17.21 Lac.
Ranchi Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Ranchi District estimated population is projected to be 35.65 Lac (35,64,616), projecting a 22.32% increased from Ranchi's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 18.21 Lac, and the estimated female population is 17.43 Lac.
Ranchi Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Ranchi District, with a total Hindu population of 16.12 Lac (16,12,239), accounting for 55.32% of the Ranchi District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.39 Lac (8,38,680), and the Hindu female population is around 7.74 Lac (7,73,559).
Ranchi Other religions and persuasions Population
Other religions and persuasions is the second most popular religion in Ranchi District, with a total Other religions and persuasions population of 6.77 Lac (6,77,445), accounting for 23.25% of the Ranchi District population. Out of this, the Other religions and persuasions male population stands at approximately 3.40 Lac (3,39,508), and the Other religions and persuasions female population is around 3.38 Lac (3,37,937).
Ranchi Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 16,12,239 | 55.32% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 6,77,445 | 23.25% |
| Muslim | 4,10,759 | 14.09% |
| Christian | 1,93,974 | 6.66% |
| Religion not stated | 11,345 | 0.39% |
| Sikh | 4,826 | 0.17% |
| Jain | 2,733 | 0.09% |
| Buddhist | 932 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationRanchi Urban Population
The Urban population of Ranchi District is 12.57 Lac (12,57,335), with 6.54 Lac (6,54,409) being males and 6.03 Lac (6,02,926) being females, making up 43.14% of the Ranchi total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 922 females for every 1000 males.
Ranchi Rural Population
The Rural population of Ranchi District is 16.57 Lac (16,56,918), with 8.41 Lac (8,40,528) being males and 8.16 Lac (8,16,390) being females, making up 56.86% of the Ranchi total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 972 females for every 1000 males.
Ranchi Literacy Rate
Ranchi District has a literacy rate of 76.06% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Ranchi District is 84.26 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Ranchi District is 67.44 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Ranchi District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.55%, while in the rural regions of Ranchi District, it is around 67.81%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Ranchi
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76.06 | 84.26 | 67.44 |
| Urban Area | 86.55 | 91.24 | 81.47 |
| Rural Area | 67.81 | 78.63 | 56.68 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Ranchi
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 78.69 | 86.74 | 69.96 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 64.52 | 75.18 | 53.87 |
| Muslim | 79.1 | 85.47 | 72.28 |
| Christian | 86.63 | 90.89 | 82.6 |
Ranchi Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Ranchi District is 1.53 Lac (1,52,943) with 78.61 k (78,613) males and 74.33 k (74,330) females, which is 5.25% of Ranchi District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 946 females for every 1000 males.
Ranchi Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Ranchi District is 10.42 Lac (10,42,016) with 5.21 Lac (5,20,582) males and 5.21 Lac (5,21,434) females, which is 35.76% of Ranchi District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1002 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Ranchi
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 950 |
| Urban Area | 922 |
| Rural Area | 972 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Ranchi
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 923 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 996 |
| Muslim | 936 |
| Christian | 1049 |
Ranchi Area & Households
The Total Area of Ranchi District is 5,097 Square KM, with a population density of 572 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Ranchi District are 15 and the Total Number of Villages in Ranchi District are 1,311.The Total Number of households in Ranchi District are 5.69 Lac(5,69,444).
Ranchi Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Ranchi District, there are about 11.43 Lac (11,42,867) workers, making up nearly 39.22% of the Ranchi District total population. Out of these, around 7.44 Lac (7,43,967) are male workers, and about 3.99 Lac (3,98,900) are female workers.
Ranchi - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Ranchi district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,77,249, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 29,14,253 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 30.14% 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 18.31%.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.
Ranchi District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,77,249 to 29,14,253.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 30.14%.
- 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 | 4.77 Lac | ----- | ----- | 2.32 Lac | 2.45 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.57 Lac | 80.24 k | 16.81281679 | 2.72 Lac | 2.86 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.36 Lac | -21.14 k | -3.792368625 | 2.65 Lac | 2.72 Lac |
| 1931 | 6.30 Lac | 93.52 k | 17.4359462 | 3.12 Lac | 3.18 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.73 Lac | 43.51 k | 6.908327684 | 3.36 Lac | 3.37 Lac |
| 1951 | 7.48 Lac | 74.67 k | 11.08949532 | 3.81 Lac | 3.67 Lac |
| 1961 | 8.95 Lac | 1.47 Lac | 19.633848 | 4.60 Lac | 4.35 Lac |
| 1971 | 11.65 Lac | 2.70 Lac | 30.14120799 | 6.05 Lac | 5.60 Lac |
| 1981 | 14.89 Lac | 3.25 Lac | 27.87437718 | 7.80 Lac | 7.09 Lac |
| 1991 | 18.28 Lac | 3.38 Lac | 22.72304561 | 9.58 Lac | 8.70 Lac |
| 2001 | 23.50 Lac | 5.23 Lac | 28.58903835 | 12.19 Lac | 11.32 Lac |
| 2011 | 29.14 Lac | 5.64 Lac | 23.99783852 | 14.95 Lac | 14.19 Lac |
Ranchi - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 35.21 Lac (35,21,054) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 35.65 Lac (35,64,616) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 36.06 Lac (36,05,728) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 36.45 Lac (36,45,091) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 36.84 Lac (36,84,454) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 37.24 Lac (37,23,904) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 37.63 Lac (37,63,267) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 37.99 Lac (37,99,481) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 38.34 Lac (38,33,596) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 38.68 Lac (38,67,623) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 39.02 Lac (39,01,650) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 39.36 Lac (39,35,677) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 39.70 Lac (39,69,704) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Ranchi District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 39.70 Lac (39,69,704), with a male population of 20.17 Lac (20,17,295) and a female population of 19.52 Lac (19,52,424). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Ranchi District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.