Chhindwara Population
As per the 2011 Census, Chhindwara District has a population of 20.91 Lac (20,90,922) with 10.64 Lac (10,64,468) males and 10.26 Lac (10,26,454) females.The sex ratio in Chhindwara is 965, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Chhindwara District is 2.72 Lac (2,72,289) which is 13.02% of Chhindwara District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Chhindwara District is 956 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Chhindwara District is listed as part of MADHYA PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Chhindwara Population Census 2011
- Chhindwara 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
Chhindwara Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Chhindwara District current estimated population is projected to be 25.15 Lac (25,14,649), indicating a 20.27% increased from Chhindwara's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 12.74 Lac, and the estimated female population is 12.41 Lac.
Chhindwara Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Chhindwara District estimated population is projected to be 25.44 Lac (25,44,039), projecting a 21.67% increased from Chhindwara's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 12.88 Lac, and the estimated female population is 12.56 Lac.
Chhindwara Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Chhindwara District, with a total Hindu population of 19.24 Lac (19,23,920), accounting for 92.01% of the Chhindwara District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 9.80 Lac (9,79,510), and the Hindu female population is around 9.44 Lac (9,44,410).
Chhindwara Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Chhindwara District, with a total Muslim population of 1.01 Lac (1,00,692), accounting for 4.82% of the Chhindwara District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 51.25 k (51,247), and the Muslim female population is around 49.45 k (49,445).
Chhindwara Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 19,23,920 | 92.01% |
| Muslim | 1,00,692 | 4.82% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 25,771 | 1.23% |
| Buddhist | 24,471 | 1.17% |
| Jain | 7,830 | 0.37% |
| Christian | 4,893 | 0.23% |
| Sikh | 2,258 | 0.11% |
| Religion not stated | 1,087 | 0.05% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationChhindwara Urban Population
The Urban population of Chhindwara District is 5.05 Lac (5,05,183), with 2.58 Lac (2,58,269) being males and 2.47 Lac (2,46,914) being females, making up 24.16% of the Chhindwara total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 957 females for every 1000 males.
Chhindwara Rural Population
The Rural population of Chhindwara District is 15.86 Lac (15,85,739), with 8.06 Lac (8,06,199) being males and 7.80 Lac (7,79,540) being females, making up 75.84% of the Chhindwara total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 967 females for every 1000 males.
Chhindwara Literacy Rate
Chhindwara District has a literacy rate of 71.16% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Chhindwara District is 79.04 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Chhindwara District is 63.01 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Chhindwara District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.75%, while in the rural regions of Chhindwara District, it is around 66.36%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Chhindwara
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71.16 | 79.04 | 63.01 |
| Urban Area | 85.75 | 90.7 | 80.57 |
| Rural Area | 66.36 | 75.17 | 57.26 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Chhindwara
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 70.18 | 78.23 | 61.83 |
| Muslim | 85.62 | 90.59 | 80.47 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 62.03 | 72.18 | 51.77 |
| Buddhist | 82.84 | 89.92 | 75.35 |
Chhindwara Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Chhindwara District is 2.32 Lac (2,32,244) with 1.18 Lac (1,18,465) males and 1.14 Lac (1,13,779) females, which is 11.11% of Chhindwara District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 961 females for every 1000 males.
Chhindwara Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Chhindwara District is 7.70 Lac (7,69,778) with 3.86 Lac (3,85,785) males and 3.84 Lac (3,83,993) females, which is 36.82% of Chhindwara District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 996 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Chhindwara
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 965 |
| Urban Area | 957 |
| Rural Area | 967 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Chhindwara
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 965 |
| Muslim | 965 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 991 |
| Buddhist | 955 |
Chhindwara Area & Households
The Total Area of Chhindwara District is 11,815 Square KM, with a population density of 177 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Chhindwara District are 24 and the Total Number of Villages in Chhindwara District are 1,965.The Total Number of households in Chhindwara District are 4.43 Lac(4,43,361).
Chhindwara Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Chhindwara District, there are about 9.58 Lac (9,57,984) workers, making up nearly 45.82% of the Chhindwara District total population. Out of these, around 5.82 Lac (5,82,263) are male workers, and about 3.76 Lac (3,75,721) are female workers.
Chhindwara - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Chhindwara district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,07,999, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 20,90,922 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 27.21% 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 16.46%.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.
Chhindwara District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,07,999 to 20,90,922.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 27.21%.
- 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 | 4.08 Lac | - | - | 1.99 Lac | 2.09 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.17 Lac | 1.09 Lac | 26.7427126 | 2.56 Lac | 2.61 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.92 Lac | -25.27 k | -4.887557556 | 2.43 Lac | 2.49 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.73 Lac | 81.44 k | 16.55778869 | 2.85 Lac | 2.88 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.11 Lac | 37.44 k | 6.53005903 | 3.06 Lac | 3.05 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.46 Lac | 35.72 k | 5.8494499 | 3.24 Lac | 3.22 Lac |
| 1961 | 7.86 Lac | 1.39 Lac | 21.51895797 | 3.97 Lac | 3.89 Lac |
| 1971 | 9.89 Lac | 2.04 Lac | 25.95403133 | 5.03 Lac | 4.87 Lac |
| 1981 | 12.33 Lac | 2.44 Lac | 24.63258518 | 6.28 Lac | 6.06 Lac |
| 1991 | 15.69 Lac | 3.36 Lac | 27.21292385 | 8.03 Lac | 7.65 Lac |
| 2001 | 18.49 Lac | 2.81 Lac | 17.88618871 | 9.47 Lac | 9.02 Lac |
| 2011 | 20.91 Lac | 2.42 Lac | 13.06663177 | 10.64 Lac | 10.26 Lac |
Chhindwara - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 25.15 Lac (25,14,649) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 25.44 Lac (25,44,039) | 21.67% | 1.4 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 25.71 Lac (25,70,864) | 22.95% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 25.96 Lac (25,95,865) | 24.15% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 26.21 Lac (26,20,865) | 25.34% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 26.46 Lac (26,45,866) | 26.54% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 26.71 Lac (26,70,838) | 27.73% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 26.94 Lac (26,93,729) | 28.83% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 27.15 Lac (27,15,109) | 29.85% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 27.36 Lac (27,36,461) | 30.87% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 27.58 Lac (27,57,841) | 31.9% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 27.79 Lac (27,79,192) | 32.92% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 28.01 Lac (28,00,573) | 33.94% | 1.02 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Chhindwara District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 28.01 Lac (28,00,573), with a male population of 14.09 Lac (14,09,341) and a female population of 13.92 Lac (13,91,783). This reflects a total growth of 33.94% from Chhindwara District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.