Ratnagiri Population
As per the 2011 Census, Ratnagiri District has a population of 16.15 Lac (16,15,069) with 7.61 Lac (7,61,121) males and 8.54 Lac (8,53,948) females.The sex ratio in Ratnagiri is 1122, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Ratnagiri District is 1.56 Lac (1,55,560) which is 9.63% of Ratnagiri District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Ratnagiri District is 937 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Ratnagiri District is listed as part of MAHARASHTRA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Ratnagiri Population Census 2011
- Ratnagiri 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
Ratnagiri Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Ratnagiri District current estimated population is projected to be 18.27 Lac (18,26,571), indicating a 13.1% increased from Ratnagiri's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.64 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.62 Lac.
Ratnagiri Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Ratnagiri District estimated population is projected to be 18.40 Lac (18,40,478), projecting a 13.96% increased from Ratnagiri's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 8.71 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.69 Lac.
Ratnagiri Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Ratnagiri District, with a total Hindu population of 13.07 Lac (13,07,211), accounting for 80.94% of the Ratnagiri District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.16 Lac (6,16,254), and the Hindu female population is around 6.91 Lac (6,90,957).
Ratnagiri Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Ratnagiri District, with a total Muslim population of 1.87 Lac (1,87,197), accounting for 11.59% of the Ratnagiri District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 87.86 k (87,864), and the Muslim female population is around 99.33 k (99,333).
Ratnagiri Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 13,07,211 | 80.94% |
| Muslim | 1,87,197 | 11.59% |
| Buddhist | 1,13,467 | 7.03% |
| Jain | 3,347 | 0.21% |
| Christian | 1,990 | 0.12% |
| Religion not stated | 1,532 | 0.09% |
| Sikh | 230 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 95 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationRatnagiri Urban Population
The Urban population of Ratnagiri District is 2.64 Lac (2,63,723), with 1.31 Lac (1,30,908) being males and 1.33 Lac (1,32,815) being females, making up 16.33% of the Ratnagiri total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1015 females for every 1000 males.
Ratnagiri Rural Population
The Rural population of Ratnagiri District is 13.51 Lac (13,51,346), with 6.30 Lac (6,30,213) being males and 7.21 Lac (7,21,133) being females, making up 83.67% of the Ratnagiri total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1145 females for every 1000 males.
Ratnagiri Literacy Rate
Ratnagiri District has a literacy rate of 82.18% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Ratnagiri District is 90.93 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Ratnagiri District is 74.53 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Ratnagiri District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 92.75%, while in the rural regions of Ratnagiri District, it is around 80.13%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Ratnagiri
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82.18 | 90.93 | 74.53 |
| Urban Area | 92.75 | 95.41 | 90.16 |
| Rural Area | 80.13 | 89.99 | 71.68 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Ratnagiri
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 80.94 | 90.32 | 72.73 |
| Muslim | 91.19 | 94.82 | 88.05 |
| Buddhist | 81.51 | 91.5 | 72.76 |
| Jain | 95.05 | 97.49 | 92.54 |
Ratnagiri Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Ratnagiri District is 66.95 k (66,948) with 31.97 k (31,967) males and 34.98 k (34,981) females, which is 4.15% of Ratnagiri District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1095 females for every 1000 males.
Ratnagiri Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Ratnagiri District is 20.37 k (20,374) with 10.40 k (10,402) males and 9.97 k (9,972) females, which is 1.26% of Ratnagiri District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 959 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Ratnagiri
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1122 |
| Urban Area | 1015 |
| Rural Area | 1145 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Ratnagiri
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1122 |
| Muslim | 1131 |
| Buddhist | 1128 |
| Jain | 948 |
Ratnagiri Area & Households
The Total Area of Ratnagiri District is 8,208 Square KM, with a population density of 197 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Ratnagiri District are 16 and the Total Number of Villages in Ratnagiri District are 1,537.The Total Number of households in Ratnagiri District are 3.97 Lac(3,97,115).
Ratnagiri Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Ratnagiri District, there are about 7.14 Lac (7,14,076) workers, making up nearly 44.21% of the Ratnagiri District total population. Out of these, around 4.07 Lac (4,07,008) are male workers, and about 3.07 Lac (3,07,068) are female workers.
Ratnagiri - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Ratnagiri district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 8,71,866, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 16,15,069 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1931. The growth rate of 12.68% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 2011 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 5.43%.
Ratnagiri District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 8,71,866 to 16,15,069.
- The year 1931 stands out with a growth rate of 12.68%.
- The year 2011 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 8.72 Lac | 0 | 0 | 4.11 Lac | 4.60 Lac |
| 1911 | 8.94 Lac | 22.08 k | 2.532269867 | 4.13 Lac | 4.81 Lac |
| 1921 | 8.56 Lac | -37.91 k | -4.240981538 | 3.91 Lac | 4.65 Lac |
| 1931 | 9.65 Lac | 1.09 Lac | 12.67779709 | 4.53 Lac | 5.11 Lac |
| 1941 | 10.23 Lac | 58.26 k | 6.039864891 | 4.74 Lac | 5.49 Lac |
| 1951 | 10.76 Lac | 53.26 k | 5.207583769 | 4.81 Lac | 5.95 Lac |
| 1961 | 11.46 Lac | 70.16 k | 6.520240131 | 5.06 Lac | 6.40 Lac |
| 1971 | 12.79 Lac | 1.32 Lac | 11.55941628 | 5.65 Lac | 7.14 Lac |
| 1981 | 13.80 Lac | 1.01 Lac | 7.891584072 | 6.11 Lac | 7.69 Lac |
| 1991 | 15.44 Lac | 1.64 Lac | 11.91616745 | 7.00 Lac | 8.44 Lac |
| 2001 | 16.97 Lac | 1.53 Lac | 9.890826569 | 7.94 Lac | 9.02 Lac |
| 2011 | 16.15 Lac | -81.71 k | -4.81548253 | 7.61 Lac | 8.54 Lac |
Ratnagiri - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18.27 Lac (18,26,571) | 13.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 18.40 Lac (18,40,478) | 13.96% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 18.53 Lac (18,53,171) | 14.74% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 18.65 Lac (18,65,008) | 15.48% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 18.77 Lac (18,76,844) | 16.21% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 18.89 Lac (18,88,667) | 16.94% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 19.01 Lac (19,00,503) | 17.67% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 19.11 Lac (19,10,941) | 18.32% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 19.20 Lac (19,20,407) | 18.91% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 19.30 Lac (19,29,873) | 19.49% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 19.39 Lac (19,39,325) | 20.08% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 19.49 Lac (19,48,792) | 20.66% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 19.58 Lac (19,58,244) | 21.25% | 0.59 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Ratnagiri District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 19.58 Lac (19,58,244), with a male population of 9.27 Lac (9,26,857) and a female population of 10.31 Lac (10,30,554). This reflects a total growth of 21.25% from Ratnagiri District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.