Jalna Population
As per the 2011 Census, Jalna District has a population of 19.59 Lac (19,59,046) with 10.11 Lac (10,11,473) males and 9.48 Lac (9,47,573) females.The sex ratio in Jalna is 937, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Jalna District is 2.87 Lac (2,87,338) which is 14.67% of Jalna District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Jalna District is 871 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Jalna District is listed as part of MAHARASHTRA State in INDIA.
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Jalna Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Jalna District current estimated population is projected to be 22.16 Lac (22,15,594), indicating a 13.1% increased from Jalna's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 11.48 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.68 Lac.
Jalna Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Jalna District estimated population is projected to be 22.32 Lac (22,32,463), projecting a 13.96% increased from Jalna's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 11.57 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.75 Lac.
Jalna Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Jalna District, with a total Hindu population of 15.05 Lac (15,04,641), accounting for 76.8% of the Jalna District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.79 Lac (7,78,617), and the Hindu female population is around 7.26 Lac (7,26,024).
Jalna Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Jalna District, with a total Muslim population of 2.74 Lac (2,74,221), accounting for 14% of the Jalna District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.40 Lac (1,40,416), and the Muslim female population is around 1.34 Lac (1,33,805).
Jalna Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 15,04,641 | 76.8% |
| Muslim | 2,74,221 | 14% |
| Buddhist | 1,52,540 | 7.79% |
| Christian | 12,542 | 0.64% |
| Jain | 9,619 | 0.49% |
| Religion not stated | 3,518 | 0.18% |
| Sikh | 1,629 | 0.08% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 336 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationJalna Urban Population
The Urban population of Jalna District is 3.77 Lac (3,77,429), with 1.94 Lac (1,94,194) being males and 1.83 Lac (1,83,235) being females, making up 19.27% of the Jalna total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 944 females for every 1000 males.
Jalna Rural Population
The Rural population of Jalna District is 15.82 Lac (15,81,617), with 8.17 Lac (8,17,279) being males and 7.64 Lac (7,64,338) being females, making up 80.73% of the Jalna total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 936 females for every 1000 males.
Jalna Literacy Rate
Jalna District has a literacy rate of 71.52% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Jalna District is 81.53 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Jalna District is 60.95 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Jalna District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.24%, while in the rural regions of Jalna District, it is around 69.17%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Jalna
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71.52 | 81.53 | 60.95 |
| Urban Area | 81.24 | 86.82 | 75.35 |
| Rural Area | 69.17 | 80.26 | 57.48 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Jalna
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 71.28 | 81.88 | 60.1 |
| Muslim | 73.56 | 80.59 | 66.17 |
| Buddhist | 68.51 | 79.01 | 57.49 |
| Christian | 77.56 | 82.63 | 72.62 |
Jalna Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Jalna District is 2.72 Lac (2,72,266) with 1.39 Lac (1,38,957) males and 1.33 Lac (1,33,309) females, which is 13.9% of Jalna District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 960 females for every 1000 males.
Jalna Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Jalna District is 42.26 k (42,263) with 21.99 k (21,988) males and 20.28 k (20,275) females, which is 2.16% of Jalna District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 923 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Jalna
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 937 |
| Urban Area | 944 |
| Rural Area | 936 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Jalna
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 933 |
| Muslim | 953 |
| Buddhist | 947 |
| Christian | 1019 |
Jalna Area & Households
The Total Area of Jalna District is 7,694.11 Square KM, with a population density of 255 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Jalna District are 4 and the Total Number of Villages in Jalna District are 967.The Total Number of households in Jalna District are 3.92 Lac(3,91,701).
Jalna Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Jalna District, there are about 9.31 Lac (9,30,886) workers, making up nearly 47.52% of the Jalna District total population. Out of these, around 5.45 Lac (5,45,030) are male workers, and about 3.86 Lac (3,85,856) are female workers.
Jalna - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Jalna district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,56,096, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 19,59,046 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 32.48% 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 17.48%.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.
Jalna District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,56,096 to 19,59,046.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 32.48%.
- 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 | 3.56 Lac | - | - | 1.78 Lac | 1.78 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.28 Lac | 71.52 k | 20.08419078 | 2.15 Lac | 2.13 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.64 Lac | -63.85 k | -14.93165581 | 1.83 Lac | 1.81 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.66 Lac | 1.02 Lac | 27.99252265 | 2.37 Lac | 2.29 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.21 Lac | 55.63 k | 11.94822935 | 2.66 Lac | 2.55 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.69 Lac | 48.10 k | 9.228697177 | 2.88 Lac | 2.81 Lac |
| 1961 | 7.20 Lac | 1.51 Lac | 26.49053966 | 3.66 Lac | 3.55 Lac |
| 1971 | 8.93 Lac | 1.73 Lac | 24.07264688 | 4.56 Lac | 4.37 Lac |
| 1981 | 10.26 Lac | 1.33 Lac | 14.85778368 | 5.21 Lac | 5.05 Lac |
| 1991 | 13.60 Lac | 3.33 Lac | 32.48100856 | 6.94 Lac | 6.65 Lac |
| 2001 | 16.07 Lac | 2.48 Lac | 18.22624337 | 8.24 Lac | 7.83 Lac |
| 2011 | 19.59 Lac | 3.52 Lac | 21.87737769 | 10.11 Lac | 9.48 Lac |
Jalna - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 22.16 Lac (22,15,594) | 13.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 22.32 Lac (22,32,463) | 13.96% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 22.48 Lac (22,47,859) | 14.74% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 22.62 Lac (22,62,217) | 15.48% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 22.77 Lac (22,76,574) | 16.21% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 22.91 Lac (22,90,914) | 16.94% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 23.05 Lac (23,05,272) | 17.67% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 23.18 Lac (23,17,932) | 18.32% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 23.29 Lac (23,29,415) | 18.91% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 23.41 Lac (23,40,897) | 19.49% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 23.52 Lac (23,52,362) | 20.08% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 23.64 Lac (23,63,845) | 20.66% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 23.75 Lac (23,75,310) | 21.25% | 0.59 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Jalna District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 23.75 Lac (23,75,310), with a male population of 12.32 Lac (12,31,724) and a female population of 11.44 Lac (11,43,542). This reflects a total growth of 21.25% from Jalna District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.