Jaldega Population
As per the 2011 Census, Jaldega Tehsil has a population of 64.29 k (64,286) with 32.17 k (32,167) males and 32.12 k (32,119) females.The sex ratio in Jaldega is 999, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Jaldega Tehsil is 10.54 k (10,540) which is 16.4% of Jaldega Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Jaldega Tehsil is 991 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Jaldega Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Simdega District in the state of JHARKHAND in India.
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Jaldega Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Jaldega Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 77.67 k (77,672), indicating a 20.82% increased from Jaldega's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 38.73 k, and the estimated female population is 38.95 k.
Jaldega Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Jaldega Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 78.63 k (78,633), projecting a 22.32% increased from Jaldega's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 39.19 k, and the estimated female population is 39.45 k.
Jaldega Christian Population
Christian is the most popular religion in Jaldega Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 32.45 k (32,449), accounting for 50.48% of the Jaldega Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 16.17 k (16,169), and the Christian female population is around 16.28 k (16,280).
Jaldega Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Jaldega Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 16.08 k (16,084), accounting for 25.02% of the Jaldega Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.08 k (8,083), and the Hindu female population is around 8.00 k (8,001).
Jaldega Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 32,449 | 50.48% |
| Hindu | 16,084 | 25.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 14,859 | 23.11% |
| Muslim | 584 | 0.91% |
| Religion not stated | 258 | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 50 | 0.08% |
| Sikh | 2 | 0% |
| Jain | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationJaldega Urban Population
The Urban population of Jaldega Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Jaldega total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Jaldega Rural Population
The Rural population of Jaldega Tehsil is 64.29 k (64,286), with 32.17 k (32,167) being males and 32.12 k (32,119) being females, making up 100% of the Jaldega total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 999 females for every 1000 males.
Jaldega Literacy Rate
Jaldega Tehsil has a literacy rate of 64.89% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Jaldega Tehsil is 73.71 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Jaldega Tehsil is 56.07 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Jaldega Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Jaldega Tehsil, it is around 64.89%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Jaldega
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64.89 | 73.71 | 56.07 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 64.89 | 73.71 | 56.07 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Jaldega
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian | 75.19 | 82.41 | 68.04 |
| Hindu | 60.13 | 70.69 | 49.51 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 46.84 | 57.56 | 35.95 |
| Muslim | 76.61 | 85.36 | 66.67 |
Jaldega Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Jaldega Tehsil is 2.32 k (2,317) with 1.17 k (1,169) males and 1.15 k (1,148) females, which is 3.6% of Jaldega Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 983 females for every 1000 males.
Jaldega Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Jaldega Tehsil is 53.31 k (53,309) with 26.64 k (26,644) males and 26.67 k (26,665) females, which is 82.92% of Jaldega Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1001 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Jaldega
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 999 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 999 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Jaldega
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Christian | 1007 |
| Hindu | 990 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 996 |
| Muslim | 860 |
Jaldega Area & Households
The Total Area of Jaldega Tehsil is 339.66 Square KM, with a population density of 189 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Jaldega Tehsil are 60.The Total Number of households in Jaldega Tehsil are 12.39 k(12,389).
Jaldega Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Jaldega Tehsil, there are about 29.83 k (29,833) workers, making up nearly 46.41% of the Jaldega Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 16.94 k (16,940) are male workers, and about 12.89 k (12,893) are female workers.
Jaldega - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 77.67 k (77,672) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 78.63 k (78,633) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 79.54 k (79,540) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 80.41 k (80,408) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 81.28 k (81,276) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 82.15 k (82,147) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 83.02 k (83,015) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 83.81 k (83,814) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 84.57 k (84,566) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 85.32 k (85,317) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 86.07 k (86,068) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 86.82 k (86,818) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 87.57 k (87,569) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Jaldega Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 87.57 k (87,569), with a male population of 43.41 k (43,407) and a female population of 44.18 k (44,184). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Jaldega Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.