Harda Population
As per the 2011 Census, Harda District has a population of 5.70 Lac (5,70,465) with 2.95 Lac (2,94,838) males and 2.76 Lac (2,75,627) females.The sex ratio in Harda is 935, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Harda District is 84.19 k (84,191) which is 14.76% of Harda District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Harda District is 929 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Harda District is listed as part of MADHYA PRADESH State in INDIA.
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Harda Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Harda District current estimated population is projected to be 6.86 Lac (6,86,070), indicating a 20.27% increased from Harda 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.53 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.33 Lac.
Harda Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Harda District estimated population is projected to be 6.94 Lac (6,94,089), projecting a 21.67% increased from Harda 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.57 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.37 Lac.
Harda Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Harda District, with a total Hindu population of 5.27 Lac (5,27,462), accounting for 92.46% of the Harda District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.73 Lac (2,72,640), and the Hindu female population is around 2.55 Lac (2,54,822).
Harda Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Harda District, with a total Muslim population of 38.64 k (38,640), accounting for 6.77% of the Harda District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 19.99 k (19,991), and the Muslim female population is around 18.65 k (18,649).
Harda Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 5,27,462 | 92.46% |
| Muslim | 38,640 | 6.77% |
| Jain | 1,573 | 0.28% |
| Religion not stated | 1,283 | 0.22% |
| Christian | 683 | 0.12% |
| Sikh | 676 | 0.12% |
| Buddhist | 93 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 55 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationHarda Urban Population
The Urban population of Harda District is 1.19 Lac (1,19,364), with 61.53 k (61,526) being males and 57.84 k (57,838) being females, making up 20.92% of the Harda total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 941 females for every 1000 males.
Harda Rural Population
The Rural population of Harda District is 4.51 Lac (4,51,101), with 2.33 Lac (2,33,312) being males and 2.18 Lac (2,17,789) being females, making up 79.08% of the Harda total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 934 females for every 1000 males.
Harda Literacy Rate
Harda District has a literacy rate of 72.5% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Harda District is 81.14 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Harda District is 63.27 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Harda District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.24%, while in the rural regions of Harda District, it is around 68.46%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Harda
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72.5 | 81.14 | 63.27 |
| Urban Area | 87.24 | 92.38 | 81.79 |
| Rural Area | 68.46 | 78.07 | 58.16 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Harda
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 71.98 | 80.77 | 62.58 |
| Muslim | 78.48 | 85.63 | 70.86 |
| Jain | 98.25 | 98.75 | 97.74 |
| Religion not stated | 54.54 | 63.9 | 46.03 |
Harda Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Harda District is 92.87 k (92,865) with 48.55 k (48,553) males and 44.31 k (44,312) females, which is 16.28% of Harda District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 913 females for every 1000 males.
Harda Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Harda District is 1.60 Lac (1,59,678) with 81.45 k (81,446) males and 78.23 k (78,232) females, which is 27.99% of Harda District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 961 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Harda
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 935 |
| Urban Area | 941 |
| Rural Area | 934 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Harda
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 935 |
| Muslim | 933 |
| Jain | 969 |
| Religion not stated | 1053 |
Harda Area & Households
The Total Area of Harda District is 3,334 Square KM, with a population density of 171 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Harda District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Harda District are 567.The Total Number of households in Harda District are 1.13 Lac(1,13,379).
Harda Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Harda District, there are about 2.31 Lac (2,30,979) workers, making up nearly 40.49% of the Harda District total population. Out of these, around 1.57 Lac (1,56,852) are male workers, and about 74.13 k (74,127) are female workers.
Harda - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Harda district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,32,349, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 5,70,465 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 29.14% 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 14.86%.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.
Harda District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,32,349 to 5,70,465.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 29.14%.
- 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 | 1.32 Lac | - | - | 66.04 k | 66.31 k |
| 1911 | 1.36 Lac | 3.63 k | 2.741237184 | 68.55 k | 67.43 k |
| 1921 | 1.32 Lac | -3.91 k | -2.875486295 | 67.16 k | 64.91 k |
| 1931 | 1.45 Lac | 12.49 k | 9.45959248 | 73.73 k | 70.83 k |
| 1941 | 1.45 Lac | 246 | 0.170171555 | 73.53 k | 71.27 k |
| 1951 | 1.47 Lac | 1.71 k | 1.178818557 | 74.88 k | 71.63 k |
| 1961 | 1.87 Lac | 40.63 k | 27.72928 | 95.73 k | 91.41 k |
| 1971 | 2.40 Lac | 53.30 k | 28.47867906 | 1.24 Lac | 1.16 Lac |
| 1981 | 2.95 Lac | 54.40 k | 22.62565766 | 1.53 Lac | 1.42 Lac |
| 1991 | 3.81 Lac | 85.93 k | 29.14409755 | 1.99 Lac | 1.82 Lac |
| 2001 | 4.74 Lac | 93.65 k | 24.59646708 | 2.47 Lac | 2.27 Lac |
| 2011 | 5.70 Lac | 96.05 k | 20.2457337 | 2.95 Lac | 2.76 Lac |
Harda - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6.86 Lac (6,86,070) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 6.94 Lac (6,94,089) | 21.67% | 1.4 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 7.01 Lac (7,01,408) | 22.95% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 7.08 Lac (7,08,229) | 24.15% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 7.15 Lac (7,15,049) | 25.34% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 7.22 Lac (7,21,870) | 26.54% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 7.29 Lac (7,28,683) | 27.73% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 7.35 Lac (7,34,929) | 28.83% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 7.41 Lac (7,40,762) | 29.85% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 7.47 Lac (7,46,587) | 30.87% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 7.52 Lac (7,52,420) | 31.9% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 7.58 Lac (7,58,246) | 32.92% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 7.64 Lac (7,64,079) | 33.94% | 1.02 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Harda District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 7.64 Lac (7,64,079), with a male population of 3.90 Lac (3,90,362) and a female population of 3.74 Lac (3,73,727). This reflects a total growth of 33.94% from Harda District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.