Latur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Latur District has a population of 24.54 Lac (24,54,196) with 12.73 Lac (12,73,140) males and 11.81 Lac (11,81,056) females.The sex ratio in Latur is 928, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Latur District is 3.18 Lac (3,17,811) which is 12.95% of Latur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Latur District is 890 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Latur District is listed as part of MAHARASHTRA State in INDIA.
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Latur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Latur District current estimated population is projected to be 27.76 Lac (27,75,586), indicating a 13.1% increased from Latur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 14.45 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.31 Lac.
Latur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Latur District estimated population is projected to be 27.97 Lac (27,96,719), projecting a 13.96% increased from Latur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 14.56 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.40 Lac.
Latur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Latur District, with a total Hindu population of 20.07 Lac (20,06,984), accounting for 81.78% of the Latur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 10.43 Lac (10,42,919), and the Hindu female population is around 9.64 Lac (9,64,065).
Latur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Latur District, with a total Muslim population of 3.68 Lac (3,67,664), accounting for 14.98% of the Latur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.89 Lac (1,89,202), and the Muslim female population is around 1.78 Lac (1,78,462).
Latur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 20,06,984 | 81.78% |
| Muslim | 3,67,664 | 14.98% |
| Buddhist | 66,535 | 2.71% |
| Jain | 6,387 | 0.26% |
| Religion not stated | 2,994 | 0.12% |
| Christian | 2,387 | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 935 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 310 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationLatur Urban Population
The Urban population of Latur District is 6.25 Lac (6,24,980), with 3.23 Lac (3,23,433) being males and 3.02 Lac (3,01,547) being females, making up 25.47% of the Latur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 933 females for every 1000 males.
Latur Rural Population
The Rural population of Latur District is 18.29 Lac (18,29,216), with 9.50 Lac (9,49,707) being males and 8.80 Lac (8,79,509) being females, making up 74.53% of the Latur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 927 females for every 1000 males.
Latur Literacy Rate
Latur District has a literacy rate of 77.26% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Latur District is 84.39 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Latur District is 69.63 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Latur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.56%, while in the rural regions of Latur District, it is around 75.11%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Latur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 77.26 | 84.39 | 69.63 |
| Urban Area | 83.56 | 88.57 | 78.23 |
| Rural Area | 75.11 | 82.96 | 66.67 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Latur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 77.51 | 84.65 | 69.84 |
| Muslim | 75.93 | 83.01 | 68.43 |
| Buddhist | 75.63 | 82.98 | 67.85 |
| Jain | 90.64 | 93.58 | 87.5 |
Latur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Latur District is 4.81 Lac (4,80,913) with 2.48 Lac (2,47,918) males and 2.33 Lac (2,32,995) females, which is 19.6% of Latur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 940 females for every 1000 males.
Latur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Latur District is 57.49 k (57,488) with 29.87 k (29,872) males and 27.62 k (27,616) females, which is 2.34% of Latur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 925 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Latur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 928 |
| Urban Area | 933 |
| Rural Area | 927 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Latur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 925 |
| Muslim | 944 |
| Buddhist | 942 |
| Jain | 928 |
Latur Area & Households
The Total Area of Latur District is 7,157 Square KM, with a population density of 343 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Latur District are 7 and the Total Number of Villages in Latur District are 948.The Total Number of households in Latur District are 4.82 Lac(4,81,572).
Latur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Latur District, there are about 10.47 Lac (10,46,857) workers, making up nearly 42.66% of the Latur District total population. Out of these, around 6.70 Lac (6,70,018) are male workers, and about 3.77 Lac (3,76,839) are female workers.
Latur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Latur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,23,609, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 24,54,196 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 29.68% 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 16.26%.
Latur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,23,609 to 24,54,196.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 29.68%.
- 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 | 4.24 Lac | 0 | 0 | 2.14 Lac | 2.10 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.07 Lac | 82.94 k | 19.57937626 | 2.58 Lac | 2.49 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.80 Lac | -26.83 k | -5.295835151 | 2.47 Lac | 2.32 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.40 Lac | 60.30 k | 12.56891998 | 2.78 Lac | 2.62 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.00 Lac | 60.35 k | 11.17627343 | 3.09 Lac | 2.91 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.61 Lac | 60.45 k | 10.0687406 | 3.39 Lac | 3.21 Lac |
| 1961 | 8.18 Lac | 1.57 Lac | 23.80924998 | 4.20 Lac | 3.99 Lac |
| 1971 | 10.49 Lac | 2.30 Lac | 28.16784003 | 5.40 Lac | 5.09 Lac |
| 1981 | 12.93 Lac | 2.44 Lac | 23.2938973 | 6.60 Lac | 6.33 Lac |
| 1991 | 16.77 Lac | 3.84 Lac | 29.68244588 | 8.63 Lac | 8.13 Lac |
| 2001 | 20.80 Lac | 4.04 Lac | 24.07456337 | 10.75 Lac | 10.05 Lac |
| 2011 | 24.54 Lac | 3.74 Lac | 17.9740276 | 12.73 Lac | 11.81 Lac |
Latur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 27.76 Lac (27,75,586) | 13.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 27.97 Lac (27,96,719) | 13.96% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 28.16 Lac (28,16,007) | 14.74% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 28.34 Lac (28,33,993) | 15.48% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 28.52 Lac (28,51,980) | 16.21% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 28.70 Lac (28,69,944) | 16.94% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 28.88 Lac (28,87,931) | 17.67% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 29.04 Lac (29,03,791) | 18.32% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 29.18 Lac (29,18,175) | 18.91% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 29.33 Lac (29,32,560) | 19.49% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 29.47 Lac (29,46,923) | 20.08% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 29.61 Lac (29,61,308) | 20.66% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 29.76 Lac (29,75,671) | 21.25% | 0.59 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Latur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 29.76 Lac (29,75,671), with a male population of 15.50 Lac (15,50,370) and a female population of 14.25 Lac (14,25,311). This reflects a total growth of 21.25% from Latur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.68%.