Murud Population
As per the 2011 Census, Murud Tehsil has a population of 74.21 k (74,207) with 36.39 k (36,393) males and 37.81 k (37,814) females.The sex ratio in Murud is 1040, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Murud Tehsil is 7.56 k (7,561) which is 10.19% of Murud Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Murud Tehsil is 992 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Murud Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Raigarh District in the state of MAHARASHTRA in India.
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Murud Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Murud Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 83.93 k (83,925), indicating a 13.1% increased from Murud's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 41.31 k, and the estimated female population is 42.60 k.
Murud Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Murud Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 84.56 k (84,564), projecting a 13.96% increased from Murud's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 41.63 k, and the estimated female population is 42.92 k.
Murud Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Murud Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 56.65 k (56,647), accounting for 76.34% of the Murud Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 28.06 k (28,063), and the Hindu female population is around 28.58 k (28,584).
Murud Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Murud Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 15.08 k (15,083), accounting for 20.33% of the Murud Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 7.14 k (7,138), and the Muslim female population is around 7.95 k (7,945).
Murud Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 56,647 | 76.34% |
| Muslim | 15,083 | 20.33% |
| Buddhist | 1,169 | 1.58% |
| Christian | 889 | 1.2% |
| Jain | 294 | 0.4% |
| Religion not stated | 77 | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 32 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 16 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMurud Urban Population
The Urban population of Murud Tehsil is 12.22 k (12,216), with 5.99 k (5,992) being males and 6.22 k (6,224) being females, making up 16.46% of the Murud total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1039 females for every 1000 males.
Murud Rural Population
The Rural population of Murud Tehsil is 61.99 k (61,991), with 30.40 k (30,401) being males and 31.59 k (31,590) being females, making up 83.54% of the Murud total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1040 females for every 1000 males.
Murud Literacy Rate
Murud Tehsil has a literacy rate of 83.49% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Murud Tehsil is 89.65 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Murud Tehsil is 77.59 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Murud Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 91.56%, while in the rural regions of Murud Tehsil, it is around 81.87%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Murud
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 83.49 | 89.65 | 77.59 |
| Urban Area | 91.56 | 94.89 | 88.38 |
| Rural Area | 81.87 | 88.6 | 75.42 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Murud
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 80.17 | 88.01 | 72.49 |
| Muslim | 95.56 | 95.79 | 95.35 |
| Buddhist | 82.4 | 90.26 | 75.53 |
| Christian | 90.92 | 93.43 | 88.5 |
Murud Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Murud Tehsil is 1.89 k (1,886) with 907 (907) males and 979 (979) females, which is 2.54% of Murud Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1080 females for every 1000 males.
Murud Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Murud Tehsil is 13.58 k (13,579) with 6.75 k (6,754) males and 6.83 k (6,825) females, which is 18.3% of Murud Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1011 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Murud
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1040 |
| Urban Area | 1039 |
| Rural Area | 1040 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Murud
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1019 |
| Muslim | 1114 |
| Buddhist | 1103 |
| Christian | 1039 |
Murud Area & Households
The Total Area of Murud Tehsil is 249.27 Square KM, with a population density of 298 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Murud Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Murud Tehsil are 73.The Total Number of households in Murud Tehsil are 16.83 k(16,827).
Murud Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Murud Tehsil, there are about 29.87 k (29,874) workers, making up nearly 40.26% of the Murud Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 19.89 k (19,892) are male workers, and about 9.98 k (9,982) are female workers.
Murud - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 83.93 k (83,925) | 13.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 84.56 k (84,564) | 13.96% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 85.15 k (85,147) | 14.74% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 85.69 k (85,691) | 15.48% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 86.24 k (86,235) | 16.21% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 86.78 k (86,778) | 16.94% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 87.32 k (87,322) | 17.67% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 87.80 k (87,802) | 18.32% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 88.24 k (88,237) | 18.91% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 88.67 k (88,672) | 19.49% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 89.11 k (89,106) | 20.08% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 89.54 k (89,541) | 20.66% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 89.98 k (89,975) | 21.25% | 0.59 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Murud Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 89.98 k (89,975), with a male population of 44.32 k (44,318) and a female population of 45.64 k (45,635). This reflects a total growth of 21.25% from Murud Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.68%.