Khargone (West Nimar) Population
As per the 2011 Census, Khargone (West Nimar) District has a population of 18.73 Lac (18,73,046) with 9.53 Lac (9,53,121) males and 9.20 Lac (9,19,925) females.The sex ratio in Khargone (West Nimar) is 966, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Khargone (West Nimar) District is 3.00 Lac (2,99,990) which is 16.02% of Khargone (West Nimar) District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Khargone (West Nimar) District is 939 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Khargone (West Nimar) District is listed as part of MADHYA PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Khargone (West Nimar) Population Census 2011
- Khargone (West Nimar) 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
Khargone (West Nimar) Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Khargone (West Nimar) District current estimated population is projected to be 22.53 Lac (22,52,620), indicating a 20.27% increased from Khargone (West Nimar)'s population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 11.40 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.13 Lac.
Khargone (West Nimar) Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Khargone (West Nimar) District estimated population is projected to be 22.79 Lac (22,78,948), projecting a 21.67% increased from Khargone (West Nimar)'s population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 11.53 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.26 Lac.
Khargone (West Nimar) Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Khargone (West Nimar) District, with a total Hindu population of 17.25 Lac (17,25,441), accounting for 92.12% of the Khargone (West Nimar) District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.78 Lac (8,77,625), and the Hindu female population is around 8.48 Lac (8,47,816).
Khargone (West Nimar) Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Khargone (West Nimar) District, with a total Muslim population of 1.35 Lac (1,35,085), accounting for 7.21% of the Khargone (West Nimar) District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 69.19 k (69,192), and the Muslim female population is around 65.89 k (65,893).
Khargone (West Nimar) Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 17,25,441 | 92.12% |
| Muslim | 1,35,085 | 7.21% |
| Jain | 6,028 | 0.32% |
| Sikh | 2,896 | 0.15% |
| Christian | 2,075 | 0.11% |
| Religion not stated | 1,148 | 0.06% |
| Buddhist | 284 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 89 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKhargone (West Nimar) Urban Population
The Urban population of Khargone (West Nimar) District is 2.99 Lac (2,98,856), with 1.54 Lac (1,53,725) being males and 1.45 Lac (1,45,131) being females, making up 15.96% of the Khargone (West Nimar) total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 945 females for every 1000 males.
Khargone (West Nimar) Rural Population
The Rural population of Khargone (West Nimar) District is 15.74 Lac (15,74,190), with 7.99 Lac (7,99,396) being males and 7.75 Lac (7,74,794) being females, making up 84.04% of the Khargone (West Nimar) total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 970 females for every 1000 males.
Khargone (West Nimar) Literacy Rate
Khargone (West Nimar) District has a literacy rate of 62.7% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Khargone (West Nimar) District is 72.08 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Khargone (West Nimar) District is 53.03 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Khargone (West Nimar) District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.97%, while in the rural regions of Khargone (West Nimar) District, it is around 58.87%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Khargone (West Nimar)
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 62.7 | 72.08 | 53.03 |
| Urban Area | 81.97 | 88.13 | 75.49 |
| Rural Area | 58.87 | 68.85 | 48.63 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Khargone (West Nimar)
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 61.6 | 71.05 | 51.87 |
| Muslim | 74.39 | 83.33 | 65.05 |
| Jain | 96.65 | 97.5 | 95.79 |
| Sikh | 84.05 | 89.09 | 78.94 |
Khargone (West Nimar) Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Khargone (West Nimar) District is 2.09 Lac (2,09,091) with 1.07 Lac (1,07,013) males and 1.02 Lac (1,02,078) females, which is 11.16% of Khargone (West Nimar) District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Khargone (West Nimar) Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Khargone (West Nimar) District is 7.30 Lac (7,30,169) with 3.67 Lac (3,66,827) males and 3.63 Lac (3,63,342) females, which is 38.98% of Khargone (West Nimar) District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 991 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Khargone (West Nimar)
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 |
| Urban Area | 945 |
| Rural Area | 970 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Khargone (West Nimar)
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 967 |
| Muslim | 953 |
| Jain | 969 |
| Sikh | 992 |
Khargone (West Nimar) Area & Households
The Total Area of Khargone (West Nimar) District is 8,025 Square KM, with a population density of 233 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Khargone (West Nimar) District are 11 and the Total Number of Villages in Khargone (West Nimar) District are 1,417.The Total Number of households in Khargone (West Nimar) District are 3.68 Lac(3,67,988).
Khargone (West Nimar) Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Khargone (West Nimar) District, there are about 8.94 Lac (8,94,119) workers, making up nearly 47.74% of the Khargone (West Nimar) District total population. Out of these, around 5.18 Lac (5,18,254) are male workers, and about 3.76 Lac (3,75,865) are female workers.
Khargone (West Nimar) - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Khargone (West Nimar) district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,89,621, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 18,73,046 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1911. The growth rate of 36.53% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 23.45%.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.
Khargone (West Nimar) District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,89,621 to 18,73,046.
- The year 1911 stands out with a growth rate of 36.53%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.90 Lac | - | - | ||
| 1911 | 2.59 Lac | 69.27 k | 36.53287347 | 1.32 Lac | 1.27 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.85 Lac | 26.08 k | 10.07396821 | 1.46 Lac | 1.39 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.37 Lac | 51.89 k | 18.2085509 | 1.72 Lac | 1.64 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.88 Lac | 50.68 k | 15.04337036 | 1.97 Lac | 1.91 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.32 Lac | 44.16 k | 11.39541005 | 2.19 Lac | 2.12 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.83 Lac | 1.51 Lac | 35.07843337 | 2.99 Lac | 2.84 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.67 Lac | 1.84 Lac | 31.58852349 | 3.96 Lac | 3.72 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.70 Lac | 2.02 Lac | 26.37552388 | 4.99 Lac | 4.71 Lac |
| 1991 | 11.93 Lac | 2.23 Lac | 22.97380212 | 6.14 Lac | 5.78 Lac |
| 2001 | 15.25 Lac | 3.32 Lac | 27.85001509 | 7.82 Lac | 7.43 Lac |
| 2011 | 18.73 Lac | 3.48 Lac | 22.85193131 | 9.53 Lac | 9.20 Lac |
Khargone (West Nimar) - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 22.53 Lac (22,52,620) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 22.79 Lac (22,78,948) | 21.67% | 1.4 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 23.03 Lac (23,02,978) | 22.95% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 23.25 Lac (23,25,373) | 24.15% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 23.48 Lac (23,47,769) | 25.34% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 23.70 Lac (23,70,164) | 26.54% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 23.93 Lac (23,92,534) | 27.73% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 24.13 Lac (24,13,040) | 28.83% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 24.32 Lac (24,32,192) | 29.85% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 24.51 Lac (24,51,319) | 30.87% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 24.70 Lac (24,70,471) | 31.9% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 24.90 Lac (24,89,598) | 32.92% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 25.09 Lac (25,08,750) | 33.94% | 1.02 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Khargone (West Nimar) District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 25.09 Lac (25,08,750), with a male population of 12.62 Lac (12,61,919) and a female population of 12.47 Lac (12,47,339). This reflects a total growth of 33.94% from Khargone (West Nimar) District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.