Dhar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Dhar District has a population of 21.86 Lac (21,85,793) with 11.13 Lac (11,12,725) males and 10.73 Lac (10,73,068) females.The sex ratio in Dhar is 965, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Dhar District is 3.60 Lac (3,59,949) which is 16.47% of Dhar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Dhar District is 929 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Dhar District is listed as part of MADHYA PRADESH State in INDIA.
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Dhar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Dhar District current estimated population is projected to be 26.29 Lac (26,28,745), indicating a 20.27% increased from Dhar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 13.31 Lac, and the estimated female population is 12.98 Lac.
Dhar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Dhar District estimated population is projected to be 26.59 Lac (26,59,469), projecting a 21.67% increased from Dhar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 13.46 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.14 Lac.
Dhar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Dhar District, with a total Hindu population of 20.51 Lac (20,51,219), accounting for 93.84% of the Dhar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 10.44 Lac (10,44,075), and the Hindu female population is around 10.07 Lac (10,07,144).
Dhar Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Dhar District, with a total Muslim population of 1.16 Lac (1,16,202), accounting for 5.32% of the Dhar District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 59.37 k (59,369), and the Muslim female population is around 56.83 k (56,833).
Dhar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 20,51,219 | 93.84% |
| Muslim | 1,16,202 | 5.32% |
| Jain | 12,199 | 0.56% |
| Christian | 2,261 | 0.1% |
| Religion not stated | 1,889 | 0.09% |
| Sikh | 1,607 | 0.07% |
| Buddhist | 328 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 88 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDhar Urban Population
The Urban population of Dhar District is 4.13 Lac (4,13,221), with 2.18 Lac (2,17,612) being males and 1.96 Lac (1,95,609) being females, making up 18.9% of the Dhar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 899 females for every 1000 males.
Dhar Rural Population
The Rural population of Dhar District is 17.73 Lac (17,72,572), with 8.95 Lac (8,95,113) being males and 8.77 Lac (8,77,459) being females, making up 81.1% of the Dhar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 981 females for every 1000 males.
Dhar Literacy Rate
Dhar District has a literacy rate of 59% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Dhar District is 68.95 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Dhar District is 48.77 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Dhar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 79.49%, while in the rural regions of Dhar District, it is around 54.09%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Dhar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59 | 68.95 | 48.77 |
| Urban Area | 79.49 | 86.33 | 71.88 |
| Rural Area | 54.09 | 64.57 | 43.5 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Dhar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 57.84 | 67.84 | 47.55 |
| Muslim | 74.47 | 84.53 | 64.03 |
| Jain | 96.67 | 97.79 | 95.54 |
| Christian | 84.72 | 89.17 | 80.61 |
Dhar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Dhar District is 1.45 Lac (1,45,436) with 74.29 k (74,291) males and 71.15 k (71,145) females, which is 6.65% of Dhar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 958 females for every 1000 males.
Dhar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Dhar District is 12.23 Lac (12,22,814) with 6.15 Lac (6,14,619) males and 6.08 Lac (6,08,195) females, which is 55.94% of Dhar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 990 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Dhar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 965 |
| Urban Area | 899 |
| Rural Area | 981 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Dhar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 965 |
| Muslim | 958 |
| Jain | 988 |
| Christian | 1081 |
Dhar Area & Households
The Total Area of Dhar District is 8,153 Square KM, with a population density of 268 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Dhar District are 13 and the Total Number of Villages in Dhar District are 1,535.The Total Number of households in Dhar District are 4.26 Lac(4,25,914).
Dhar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Dhar District, there are about 10.28 Lac (10,27,974) workers, making up nearly 47.03% of the Dhar District total population. Out of these, around 5.97 Lac (5,97,079) are male workers, and about 4.31 Lac (4,30,895) are female workers.
Dhar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Dhar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,93,103, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 21,85,793 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 30.85% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 20.35%.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.
Dhar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,93,103 to 21,85,793.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 30.85%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.93 Lac | - | - | ||
| 1911 | 3.43 Lac | 50.15 k | 17.1110497 | 1.71 Lac | 1.72 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.94 Lac | 50.32 k | 14.65990398 | 1.98 Lac | 1.95 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.32 Lac | 38.91 k | 9.884978035 | 2.18 Lac | 2.14 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.74 Lac | 41.24 k | 9.535425752 | 2.40 Lac | 2.33 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.04 Lac | 30.24 k | 6.384348593 | 2.57 Lac | 2.47 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.44 Lac | 1.40 Lac | 27.74180747 | 3.28 Lac | 3.16 Lac |
| 1971 | 8.42 Lac | 1.99 Lac | 30.85337401 | 4.29 Lac | 4.13 Lac |
| 1981 | 10.57 Lac | 2.15 Lac | 25.53050807 | 5.38 Lac | 5.20 Lac |
| 1991 | 13.67 Lac | 3.10 Lac | 29.30988994 | 7.01 Lac | 6.66 Lac |
| 2001 | 17.40 Lac | 3.73 Lac | 27.27173668 | 8.90 Lac | 8.50 Lac |
| 2011 | 21.86 Lac | 4.45 Lac | 25.5965395 | 11.13 Lac | 10.73 Lac |
Dhar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 26.29 Lac (26,28,745) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 26.59 Lac (26,59,469) | 21.67% | 1.4 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 26.88 Lac (26,87,511) | 22.95% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 27.14 Lac (27,13,646) | 24.15% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 27.40 Lac (27,39,781) | 25.34% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 27.66 Lac (27,65,916) | 26.54% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 27.92 Lac (27,92,021) | 27.73% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 28.16 Lac (28,15,951) | 28.83% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 28.38 Lac (28,38,301) | 29.85% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 28.61 Lac (28,60,621) | 30.87% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 28.83 Lac (28,82,972) | 31.9% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 29.05 Lac (29,05,292) | 32.92% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 29.28 Lac (29,27,642) | 33.94% | 1.02 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Dhar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 29.28 Lac (29,27,642), with a male population of 14.73 Lac (14,73,232) and a female population of 14.55 Lac (14,54,987). This reflects a total growth of 33.94% from Dhar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.