Ashoknagar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Ashoknagar District has a population of 8.45 Lac (8,45,071) with 4.44 Lac (4,43,837) males and 4.01 Lac (4,01,234) females.The sex ratio in Ashoknagar is 905, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Ashoknagar District is 1.39 Lac (1,38,787) which is 16.42% of Ashoknagar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Ashoknagar District is 922 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Ashoknagar District is listed as part of MADHYA PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Ashoknagar Population Census 2011
- Ashoknagar 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
Ashoknagar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Ashoknagar District current estimated population is projected to be 10.16 Lac (10,16,325), indicating a 20.27% increased from Ashoknagar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 5.31 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.85 Lac.
Ashoknagar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Ashoknagar District estimated population is projected to be 10.28 Lac (10,28,204), projecting a 21.67% increased from Ashoknagar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 5.37 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.91 Lac.
Ashoknagar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Ashoknagar District, with a total Hindu population of 7.78 Lac (7,78,214), accounting for 92.09% of the Ashoknagar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.09 Lac (4,09,072), and the Hindu female population is around 3.69 Lac (3,69,142).
Ashoknagar Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Ashoknagar District, with a total Muslim population of 40.71 k (40,707), accounting for 4.82% of the Ashoknagar District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 21.16 k (21,155), and the Muslim female population is around 19.55 k (19,552).
Ashoknagar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 7,78,214 | 92.09% |
| Muslim | 40,707 | 4.82% |
| Jain | 15,094 | 1.79% |
| Sikh | 8,009 | 0.95% |
| Buddhist | 1,352 | 0.16% |
| Religion not stated | 1,033 | 0.12% |
| Christian | 635 | 0.08% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 27 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationAshoknagar Urban Population
The Urban population of Ashoknagar District is 1.54 Lac (1,53,684), with 80.43 k (80,426) being males and 73.26 k (73,258) being females, making up 18.19% of the Ashoknagar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 911 females for every 1000 males.
Ashoknagar Rural Population
The Rural population of Ashoknagar District is 6.91 Lac (6,91,387), with 3.63 Lac (3,63,411) being males and 3.28 Lac (3,27,976) being females, making up 81.81% of the Ashoknagar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 903 females for every 1000 males.
Ashoknagar Literacy Rate
Ashoknagar District has a literacy rate of 66.42% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Ashoknagar District is 78.12 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Ashoknagar District is 53.42 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Ashoknagar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 78%, while in the rural regions of Ashoknagar District, it is around 63.76%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Ashoknagar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66.42 | 78.12 | 53.42 |
| Urban Area | 78 | 86.35 | 68.83 |
| Rural Area | 63.76 | 76.25 | 49.87 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Ashoknagar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 65.24 | 77.36 | 51.75 |
| Muslim | 74.43 | 83.16 | 64.95 |
| Jain | 95.52 | 97.13 | 93.75 |
| Sikh | 77.65 | 85.59 | 69.03 |
Ashoknagar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Ashoknagar District is 1.76 Lac (1,75,764) with 92.22 k (92,216) males and 83.55 k (83,548) females, which is 20.8% of Ashoknagar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 907 females for every 1000 males.
Ashoknagar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Ashoknagar District is 82.07 k (82,072) with 42.45 k (42,447) males and 39.63 k (39,625) females, which is 9.71% of Ashoknagar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 934 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Ashoknagar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 905 |
| Urban Area | 911 |
| Rural Area | 903 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Ashoknagar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 903 |
| Muslim | 925 |
| Jain | 917 |
| Sikh | 901 |
Ashoknagar Area & Households
The Total Area of Ashoknagar District is 4,674 Square KM, with a population density of 181 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Ashoknagar District are 4 and the Total Number of Villages in Ashoknagar District are 899.The Total Number of households in Ashoknagar District are 1.73 Lac(1,72,680).
Ashoknagar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Ashoknagar District, there are about 3.15 Lac (3,15,270) workers, making up nearly 37.31% of the Ashoknagar District total population. Out of these, around 2.32 Lac (2,31,829) are male workers, and about 83.44 k (83,441) are female workers.
Ashoknagar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Ashoknagar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,50,821, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 8,45,071 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 28.68% 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 17.43%.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.
Ashoknagar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,50,821 to 8,45,071.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 28.68%.
- 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 | 1.51 Lac | - | - | ||
| 1911 | 1.78 Lac | 27.49 k | 18.22823082 | 92.97 k | 85.34 k |
| 1921 | 1.73 Lac | -5.24 k | -2.940335253 | 90.70 k | 82.37 k |
| 1931 | 1.93 Lac | 19.64 k | 11.34800948 | 1.01 Lac | 91.35 k |
| 1941 | 2.16 Lac | 23.26 k | 12.06994967 | 1.13 Lac | 1.03 Lac |
| 1951 | 2.18 Lac | 2.31 k | 1.070519054 | 1.13 Lac | 1.05 Lac |
| 1961 | 2.78 Lac | 59.51 k | 27.26427282 | 1.45 Lac | 1.32 Lac |
| 1971 | 3.57 Lac | 79.66 k | 28.67618208 | 1.89 Lac | 1.68 Lac |
| 1981 | 4.45 Lac | 87.10 k | 24.36523656 | 2.36 Lac | 2.08 Lac |
| 1991 | 5.59 Lac | 1.15 Lac | 25.80266381 | 2.99 Lac | 2.61 Lac |
| 2001 | 6.89 Lac | 1.30 Lac | 23.18844467 | 3.67 Lac | 3.22 Lac |
| 2011 | 8.45 Lac | 1.56 Lac | 22.66249601 | 4.44 Lac | 4.01 Lac |
Ashoknagar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10.16 Lac (10,16,325) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 10.28 Lac (10,28,204) | 21.67% | 1.4 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 10.39 Lac (10,39,046) | 22.95% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 10.49 Lac (10,49,150) | 24.15% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 10.59 Lac (10,59,254) | 25.34% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 10.69 Lac (10,69,358) | 26.54% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 10.79 Lac (10,79,451) | 27.73% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 10.89 Lac (10,88,703) | 28.83% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 10.97 Lac (10,97,344) | 29.85% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 11.06 Lac (11,05,973) | 30.87% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 11.15 Lac (11,14,614) | 31.9% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 11.23 Lac (11,23,244) | 32.92% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 11.32 Lac (11,31,885) | 33.94% | 1.02 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Ashoknagar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 11.32 Lac (11,31,885), with a male population of 5.88 Lac (5,87,634) and a female population of 5.44 Lac (5,44,039). This reflects a total growth of 33.94% from Ashoknagar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.36%.