Ratlam Population
As per the 2011 Census, Ratlam District has a population of 14.55 Lac (14,55,069) with 7.38 Lac (7,38,241) males and 7.17 Lac (7,16,828) females.The sex ratio in Ratlam is 971, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Ratlam District is 2.18 Lac (2,18,354) which is 15.01% of Ratlam District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Ratlam District is 939 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Ratlam District is listed as part of MADHYA PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Ratlam Population Census 2011
- Ratlam 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
Ratlam Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Ratlam District current estimated population is projected to be 17.50 Lac (17,49,940), indicating a 20.27% increased from Ratlam's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.83 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.67 Lac.
Ratlam Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Ratlam District estimated population is projected to be 17.70 Lac (17,70,393), projecting a 21.67% increased from Ratlam's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 8.93 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.77 Lac.
Ratlam Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Ratlam District, with a total Hindu population of 12.67 Lac (12,67,043), accounting for 87.08% of the Ratlam District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.43 Lac (6,42,942), and the Hindu female population is around 6.24 Lac (6,24,101).
Ratlam Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Ratlam District, with a total Muslim population of 1.51 Lac (1,51,071), accounting for 10.38% of the Ratlam District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 76.72 k (76,718), and the Muslim female population is around 74.35 k (74,353).
Ratlam Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 12,67,043 | 87.08% |
| Muslim | 1,51,071 | 10.38% |
| Jain | 29,353 | 2.02% |
| Christian | 3,996 | 0.27% |
| Religion not stated | 1,955 | 0.13% |
| Sikh | 1,353 | 0.09% |
| Buddhist | 175 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 123 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationRatlam Urban Population
The Urban population of Ratlam District is 4.35 Lac (4,35,031), with 2.22 Lac (2,21,773) being males and 2.13 Lac (2,13,258) being females, making up 29.9% of the Ratlam total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Ratlam Rural Population
The Rural population of Ratlam District is 10.20 Lac (10,20,038), with 5.16 Lac (5,16,468) being males and 5.04 Lac (5,03,570) being females, making up 70.1% of the Ratlam total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 976 females for every 1000 males.
Ratlam Literacy Rate
Ratlam District has a literacy rate of 66.78% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Ratlam District is 77.54 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Ratlam District is 55.77 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Ratlam District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.23%, while in the rural regions of Ratlam District, it is around 59.4%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Ratlam
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66.78 | 77.54 | 55.77 |
| Urban Area | 83.23 | 89.28 | 76.95 |
| Rural Area | 59.4 | 72.22 | 46.35 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Ratlam
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 64.68 | 76.14 | 52.94 |
| Muslim | 77.16 | 84.38 | 69.73 |
| Jain | 97.07 | 98.07 | 96.03 |
| Christian | 91.7 | 93.8 | 89.79 |
Ratlam Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Ratlam District is 1.99 Lac (1,98,612) with 1.01 Lac (1,00,629) males and 97.98 k (97,983) females, which is 13.65% of Ratlam District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 974 females for every 1000 males.
Ratlam Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Ratlam District is 4.10 Lac (4,09,865) with 2.06 Lac (2,06,290) males and 2.04 Lac (2,03,575) females, which is 28.17% of Ratlam District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 987 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Ratlam
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 971 |
| Urban Area | 962 |
| Rural Area | 976 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Ratlam
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 971 |
| Muslim | 970 |
| Jain | 972 |
| Christian | 1088 |
Ratlam Area & Households
The Total Area of Ratlam District is 4,861 Square KM, with a population density of 299 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Ratlam District are 10 and the Total Number of Villages in Ratlam District are 1,069.The Total Number of households in Ratlam District are 2.97 Lac(2,96,683).
Ratlam Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Ratlam District, there are about 6.91 Lac (6,90,980) workers, making up nearly 47.49% of the Ratlam District total population. Out of these, around 4.11 Lac (4,11,446) are male workers, and about 2.80 Lac (2,79,534) are female workers.
Ratlam - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Ratlam district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,38,624, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 14,55,069 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 29.58% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 18.24%.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.
Ratlam District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,38,624 to 14,55,069.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 29.58%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.39 Lac | - | - | ||
| 1911 | 2.45 Lac | 5.89 k | 2.467899289 | 1.25 Lac | 1.20 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.45 Lac | 508 | 0.207759915 | 1.26 Lac | 1.19 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.90 Lac | 45.42 k | 18.5355541 | 1.49 Lac | 1.41 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.35 Lac | 44.71 k | 15.39404415 | 1.71 Lac | 1.64 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.82 Lac | 46.57 k | 13.89599191 | 1.94 Lac | 1.88 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.84 Lac | 1.02 Lac | 26.66935625 | 2.49 Lac | 2.34 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.27 Lac | 1.43 Lac | 29.57741236 | 3.23 Lac | 3.04 Lac |
| 1981 | 7.83 Lac | 1.56 Lac | 24.93001178 | 4.02 Lac | 3.81 Lac |
| 1991 | 9.72 Lac | 1.89 Lac | 24.16660172 | 4.99 Lac | 4.73 Lac |
| 2001 | 12.15 Lac | 2.44 Lac | 25.05484171 | 6.21 Lac | 5.95 Lac |
| 2011 | 14.55 Lac | 2.40 Lac | 19.72004117 | 7.38 Lac | 7.17 Lac |
Ratlam - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 17.50 Lac (17,49,940) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 17.70 Lac (17,70,393) | 21.67% | 1.4 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 17.89 Lac (17,89,060) | 22.95% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 18.06 Lac (18,06,458) | 24.15% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 18.24 Lac (18,23,856) | 25.34% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 18.41 Lac (18,41,254) | 26.54% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 18.59 Lac (18,58,632) | 27.73% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 18.75 Lac (18,74,561) | 28.83% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 18.89 Lac (18,89,440) | 29.85% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 19.04 Lac (19,04,298) | 30.87% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 19.19 Lac (19,19,177) | 31.9% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 19.34 Lac (19,34,035) | 32.92% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 19.49 Lac (19,48,914) | 33.94% | 1.02 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Ratlam District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 19.49 Lac (19,48,914), with a male population of 9.77 Lac (9,77,421) and a female population of 9.72 Lac (9,71,957). This reflects a total growth of 33.94% from Ratlam District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.36%.