Saraikela-Kharsawan Population
As per the 2011 Census, Saraikela-Kharsawan District has a population of 10.65 Lac (10,65,056) with 5.44 Lac (5,44,411) males and 5.21 Lac (5,20,645) females.The sex ratio in Saraikela-Kharsawan is 957, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Saraikela-Kharsawan District is 1.60 Lac (1,59,596) which is 14.98% of Saraikela-Kharsawan District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Saraikela-Kharsawan District is 944 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Saraikela-Kharsawan District is listed as part of JHARKHAND State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Saraikela-Kharsawan Population Census 2011
- Saraikela-Kharsawan 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
Saraikela-Kharsawan Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Saraikela-Kharsawan District current estimated population is projected to be 12.87 Lac (12,86,821), indicating a 20.82% increased from Saraikela-Kharsawan's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.55 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.31 Lac.
Saraikela-Kharsawan Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Saraikela-Kharsawan District estimated population is projected to be 13.03 Lac (13,02,741), projecting a 22.32% increased from Saraikela-Kharsawan's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.63 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.39 Lac.
Saraikela-Kharsawan Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Saraikela-Kharsawan District, with a total Hindu population of 7.09 Lac (7,09,016), accounting for 66.57% of the Saraikela-Kharsawan District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 3.66 Lac (3,65,955), and the Hindu female population is around 3.43 Lac (3,43,061).
Saraikela-Kharsawan Other religions and persuasions Population
Other religions and persuasions is the second most popular religion in Saraikela-Kharsawan District, with a total Other religions and persuasions population of 2.80 Lac (2,80,469), accounting for 26.33% of the Saraikela-Kharsawan District population. Out of this, the Other religions and persuasions male population stands at approximately 1.40 Lac (1,39,590), and the Other religions and persuasions female population is around 1.41 Lac (1,40,879).
Saraikela-Kharsawan Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 7,09,016 | 66.57% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2,80,469 | 26.33% |
| Muslim | 63,588 | 5.97% |
| Christian | 8,113 | 0.76% |
| Religion not stated | 2,497 | 0.23% |
| Sikh | 1,114 | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 187 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 72 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSaraikela-Kharsawan Urban Population
The Urban population of Saraikela-Kharsawan District is 2.59 Lac (2,58,746), with 1.36 Lac (1,35,563) being males and 1.23 Lac (1,23,183) being females, making up 24.29% of the Saraikela-Kharsawan total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 909 females for every 1000 males.
Saraikela-Kharsawan Rural Population
The Rural population of Saraikela-Kharsawan District is 8.06 Lac (8,06,310), with 4.09 Lac (4,08,848) being males and 3.97 Lac (3,97,462) being females, making up 75.71% of the Saraikela-Kharsawan total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 973 females for every 1000 males.
Saraikela-Kharsawan Literacy Rate
Saraikela-Kharsawan District has a literacy rate of 67.7% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Saraikela-Kharsawan District is 79.03 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Saraikela-Kharsawan District is 55.88 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Saraikela-Kharsawan District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 80.54%, while in the rural regions of Saraikela-Kharsawan District, it is around 63.53%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Saraikela-Kharsawan
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67.7 | 79.03 | 55.88 |
| Urban Area | 80.54 | 86.62 | 73.82 |
| Rural Area | 63.53 | 76.47 | 50.28 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Saraikela-Kharsawan
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 71.32 | 82.08 | 59.85 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 56.91 | 70.74 | 43.3 |
| Muslim | 73.04 | 78.8 | 66.91 |
| Christian | 71.09 | 79.6 | 62.75 |
Saraikela-Kharsawan Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Saraikela-Kharsawan District is 56.20 k (56,195) with 28.24 k (28,243) males and 27.95 k (27,952) females, which is 5.28% of Saraikela-Kharsawan District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 990 females for every 1000 males.
Saraikela-Kharsawan Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Saraikela-Kharsawan District is 3.75 Lac (3,74,642) with 1.87 Lac (1,87,149) males and 1.87 Lac (1,87,493) females, which is 35.18% of Saraikela-Kharsawan District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1002 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Saraikela-Kharsawan
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 957 |
| Urban Area | 909 |
| Rural Area | 973 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Saraikela-Kharsawan
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 938 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1010 |
| Muslim | 942 |
| Christian | 993 |
Saraikela-Kharsawan Area & Households
The Total Area of Saraikela-Kharsawan District is 2,657 Square KM, with a population density of 401 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Saraikela-Kharsawan District are 7 and the Total Number of Villages in Saraikela-Kharsawan District are 1,184.The Total Number of households in Saraikela-Kharsawan District are 2.21 Lac(2,21,232).
Saraikela-Kharsawan Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Saraikela-Kharsawan District, there are about 4.30 Lac (4,30,051) workers, making up nearly 40.38% of the Saraikela-Kharsawan District total population. Out of these, around 2.83 Lac (2,83,281) are male workers, and about 1.47 Lac (1,46,770) are female workers.
Saraikela-Kharsawan - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Saraikela-Kharsawan district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,90,062, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 10,65,056 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 26.2% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 17.14%.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.
Saraikela-Kharsawan District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,90,062 to 10,65,056.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 26.2%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.90 Lac | ----- | ----- | 93.83 k | 96.23 k |
| 1911 | 2.12 Lac | 22.15 k | 11.65303953 | 1.04 Lac | 1.08 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.24 Lac | 12.24 k | 5.769285142 | 1.12 Lac | 1.12 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.74 Lac | 49.81 k | 22.18994622 | 1.38 Lac | 1.36 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.27 Lac | 52.79 k | 19.24968734 | 1.65 Lac | 1.62 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.55 Lac | 28.27 k | 8.642635903 | 1.77 Lac | 1.78 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.13 Lac | 57.87 k | 16.28649186 | 2.07 Lac | 2.06 Lac |
| 1971 | 4.94 Lac | 80.69 k | 19.52767263 | 2.52 Lac | 2.42 Lac |
| 1981 | 5.60 Lac | 66.49 k | 13.46193564 | 2.87 Lac | 2.73 Lac |
| 1991 | 7.07 Lac | 1.47 Lac | 26.20034656 | 3.64 Lac | 3.43 Lac |
| 2001 | 8.49 Lac | 1.42 Lac | 20.03393785 | 4.35 Lac | 4.14 Lac |
| 2011 | 10.65 Lac | 2.16 Lac | 25.47046003 | 5.44 Lac | 5.21 Lac |
Saraikela-Kharsawan - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12.87 Lac (12,86,821) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 13.03 Lac (13,02,741) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 13.18 Lac (13,17,766) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 13.32 Lac (13,32,152) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 13.47 Lac (13,46,537) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 13.61 Lac (13,60,955) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 13.75 Lac (13,75,341) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 13.89 Lac (13,88,576) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 14.01 Lac (14,01,043) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 14.13 Lac (14,13,479) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 14.26 Lac (14,25,915) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 14.38 Lac (14,38,350) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 14.51 Lac (14,50,786) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Saraikela-Kharsawan District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 14.51 Lac (14,50,786), with a male population of 7.35 Lac (7,34,639) and a female population of 7.16 Lac (7,16,204). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Saraikela-Kharsawan District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.45%.