Gadchiroli Population
As per the 2011 Census, Gadchiroli District has a population of 10.73 Lac (10,72,942) with 5.41 Lac (5,41,328) males and 5.32 Lac (5,31,614) females.The sex ratio in Gadchiroli is 983, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Gadchiroli District is 1.20 Lac (1,20,272) which is 11.21% of Gadchiroli District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Gadchiroli District is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Gadchiroli District is listed as part of MAHARASHTRA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Gadchiroli Population Census 2011
- Gadchiroli 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
Gadchiroli Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Gadchiroli District current estimated population is projected to be 12.13 Lac (12,13,450), indicating a 13.1% increased from Gadchiroli's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.14 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.99 Lac.
Gadchiroli Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Gadchiroli District estimated population is projected to be 12.23 Lac (12,22,689), projecting a 13.96% increased from Gadchiroli's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.19 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.03 Lac.
Gadchiroli Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Gadchiroli District, with a total Hindu population of 9.27 Lac (9,27,411), accounting for 86.44% of the Gadchiroli District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.68 Lac (4,68,440), and the Hindu female population is around 4.59 Lac (4,58,971).
Gadchiroli Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Gadchiroli District, with a total Buddhist population of 82.70 k (82,695), accounting for 7.71% of the Gadchiroli District population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 41.76 k (41,761), and the Buddhist female population is around 40.93 k (40,934).
Gadchiroli Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 9,27,411 | 86.44% |
| Buddhist | 82,695 | 7.71% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 30,047 | 2.8% |
| Muslim | 21,063 | 1.96% |
| Religion not stated | 6,719 | 0.63% |
| Christian | 3,872 | 0.36% |
| Sikh | 681 | 0.06% |
| Jain | 454 | 0.04% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGadchiroli Urban Population
The Urban population of Gadchiroli District is 1.18 Lac (1,18,033), with 60.04 k (60,038) being males and 58.00 k (57,995) being females, making up 11% of the Gadchiroli total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 966 females for every 1000 males.
Gadchiroli Rural Population
The Rural population of Gadchiroli District is 9.55 Lac (9,54,909), with 4.81 Lac (4,81,290) being males and 4.74 Lac (4,73,619) being females, making up 89% of the Gadchiroli total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 985 females for every 1000 males.
Gadchiroli Literacy Rate
Gadchiroli District has a literacy rate of 74.36% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Gadchiroli District is 82.31 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Gadchiroli District is 66.27 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Gadchiroli District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 89%, while in the rural regions of Gadchiroli District, it is around 72.52%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Gadchiroli
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74.36 | 82.31 | 66.27 |
| Urban Area | 89 | 93.71 | 84.16 |
| Rural Area | 72.52 | 80.87 | 64.05 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Gadchiroli
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 73.48 | 81.47 | 65.35 |
| Buddhist | 83.15 | 91.06 | 75.1 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 67.49 | 76.31 | 58.98 |
| Muslim | 87.3 | 92.93 | 81.77 |
Gadchiroli Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Gadchiroli District is 1.21 Lac (1,20,745) with 61.04 k (61,041) males and 59.70 k (59,704) females, which is 11.25% of Gadchiroli District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 979 females for every 1000 males.
Gadchiroli Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Gadchiroli District is 4.15 Lac (4,15,306) with 2.07 Lac (2,07,377) males and 2.08 Lac (2,07,929) females, which is 38.71% of Gadchiroli District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1003 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Gadchiroli
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 983 |
| Urban Area | 966 |
| Rural Area | 985 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Gadchiroli
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 980 |
| Buddhist | 981 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1028 |
| Muslim | 1014 |
Gadchiroli Area & Households
The Total Area of Gadchiroli District is 14,412 Square KM, with a population density of 74 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Gadchiroli District are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Gadchiroli District are 1,675.The Total Number of households in Gadchiroli District are 2.50 Lac(2,50,435).
Gadchiroli Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Gadchiroli District, there are about 5.84 Lac (5,84,237) workers, making up nearly 54.45% of the Gadchiroli District total population. Out of these, around 3.23 Lac (3,23,338) are male workers, and about 2.61 Lac (2,60,899) are female workers.
Gadchiroli - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Gadchiroli district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,77,244, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 10,72,942 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 35.16% 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 16.65%.
Gadchiroli District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,77,244 to 10,72,942.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 35.16%.
- 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 | 1.77 Lac | 0 | 0 | 87.61 k | 89.63 k |
| 1911 | 2.25 Lac | 47.84 k | 26.99216899 | 1.12 Lac | 1.13 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.21 Lac | -4.32 k | -1.917045041 | 1.10 Lac | 1.11 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.54 Lac | 33.32 k | 15.0912031 | 1.28 Lac | 1.26 Lac |
| 1941 | 2.91 Lac | 36.64 k | 14.420988 | 1.46 Lac | 1.45 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.25 Lac | 34.23 k | 11.77449868 | 1.63 Lac | 1.62 Lac |
| 1961 | 3.86 Lac | 61.43 k | 18.90374875 | 1.93 Lac | 1.93 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.22 Lac | 1.36 Lac | 35.15523096 | 2.63 Lac | 2.59 Lac |
| 1981 | 6.37 Lac | 1.15 Lac | 22.04147989 | 3.22 Lac | 3.16 Lac |
| 1991 | 7.87 Lac | 1.50 Lac | 23.48431597 | 3.98 Lac | 3.89 Lac |
| 2001 | 9.70 Lac | 1.83 Lac | 23.28864945 | 4.91 Lac | 4.79 Lac |
| 2011 | 10.73 Lac | 1.03 Lac | 10.5790616 | 5.41 Lac | 5.32 Lac |
Gadchiroli - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12.13 Lac (12,13,450) | 13.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 12.23 Lac (12,22,689) | 13.96% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 12.31 Lac (12,31,121) | 14.74% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 12.39 Lac (12,38,985) | 15.48% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 12.47 Lac (12,46,848) | 16.21% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 12.55 Lac (12,54,702) | 16.94% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 12.63 Lac (12,62,565) | 17.67% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 12.69 Lac (12,69,499) | 18.32% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 12.76 Lac (12,75,788) | 18.91% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 12.82 Lac (12,82,077) | 19.49% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 12.88 Lac (12,88,356) | 20.08% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 12.95 Lac (12,94,645) | 20.66% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 13.01 Lac (13,00,924) | 21.25% | 0.59 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Gadchiroli District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 13.01 Lac (13,00,924), with a male population of 6.59 Lac (6,59,204) and a female population of 6.42 Lac (6,41,558). This reflects a total growth of 21.25% from Gadchiroli District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.68%.