Jirang Population
As per the 2011 Census, Jirang Tehsil has a population of 30.92 k (30,919) with 15.93 k (15,934) males and 14.99 k (14,985) females.The sex ratio in Jirang is 941, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Jirang Tehsil is 6.37 k (6,372) which is 20.61% of Jirang Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Jirang Tehsil is 937 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Jirang Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Ribhoi District in the state of MEGHALAYA in India.
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Jirang Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Jirang Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 35.18 k (35,180), indicating a 13.78% increased from Jirang 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 18.05 k, and the estimated female population is 17.13 k.
Jirang Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Jirang Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 35.50 k (35,501), projecting a 14.82% increased from Jirang 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 18.21 k, and the estimated female population is 17.29 k.
Jirang Christian Population
Christian is the most popular religion in Jirang Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 24.52 k (24,520), accounting for 79.3% of the Jirang Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 12.61 k (12,611), and the Christian female population is around 11.91 k (11,909).
Jirang Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Jirang Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 6.06 k (6,063), accounting for 19.61% of the Jirang Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 3.14 k (3,141), and the Hindu female population is around 2.92 k (2,922).
Jirang Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 24,520 | 79.3% |
| Hindu | 6,063 | 19.61% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 138 | 0.45% |
| Muslim | 82 | 0.27% |
| Buddhist | 69 | 0.22% |
| Religion not stated | 23 | 0.07% |
| Jain | 15 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 9 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationJirang Urban Population
The Urban population of Jirang Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Jirang total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Jirang Rural Population
The Rural population of Jirang Tehsil is 30.92 k (30,919), with 15.93 k (15,934) being males and 14.99 k (14,985) being females, making up 100% of the Jirang total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 941 females for every 1000 males.
Jirang Literacy Rate
Jirang Tehsil has a literacy rate of 74.62% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Jirang Tehsil is 78.19 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Jirang Tehsil is 70.82 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Jirang Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Jirang Tehsil, it is around 74.62%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Jirang
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74.62 | 78.19 | 70.82 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 74.62 | 78.19 | 70.82 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Jirang
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian | 78.38 | 80.85 | 75.77 |
| Hindu | 61.25 | 69.32 | 52.66 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 37.5 | 39.71 | 34.09 |
| Muslim | 81.54 | 81.08 | 82.14 |
Jirang Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Jirang Tehsil is 17 (17) with 10 (10) males and 7 (7) females, which is 0.05% of Jirang Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 700 females for every 1000 males.
Jirang Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Jirang Tehsil is 30.19 k (30,193) with 15.52 k (15,523) males and 14.67 k (14,670) females, which is 97.65% of Jirang Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 946 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Jirang
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 941 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 941 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Jirang
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Christian | 945 |
| Hindu | 931 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 725 |
| Muslim | 783 |
Jirang Area & Households
The Total Area of Jirang Tehsil is 659.4 Square KM, with a population density of 47 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Jirang Tehsil are 107.The Total Number of households in Jirang Tehsil are 5.93 k(5,934).
Jirang Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Jirang Tehsil, there are about 13.00 k (12,997) workers, making up nearly 42.04% of the Jirang Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 7.56 k (7,555) are male workers, and about 5.44 k (5,442) are female workers.
Jirang - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 35.18 k (35,180) | 13.78% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 35.50 k (35,501) | 14.82% | 1.04 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 35.80 k (35,801) | 15.79% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 36.08 k (36,081) | 16.69% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 36.37 k (36,372) | 17.63% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 36.65 k (36,651) | 18.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 36.94 k (36,942) | 19.48% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 37.19 k (37,190) | 20.28% | 0.8 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 37.42 k (37,418) | 21.02% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 37.65 k (37,646) | 21.76% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 37.87 k (37,874) | 22.49% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 38.09 k (38,092) | 23.2% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 38.32 k (38,320) | 23.94% | 0.74 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Jirang Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 38.32 k (38,320), with a male population of 19.55 k (19,546) and a female population of 18.77 k (18,765). This reflects a total growth of 23.94% from Jirang Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.