Jhunjhunun Population
As per the 2011 Census, Jhunjhunun District has a population of 21.37 Lac (21,37,045) with 10.96 Lac (10,95,896) males and 10.41 Lac (10,41,149) females.The sex ratio in Jhunjhunun is 951, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Jhunjhunun District is 2.88 Lac (2,88,470) which is 13.5% of Jhunjhunun District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Jhunjhunun District is 837 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Jhunjhunun District is listed as part of RAJASTHAN State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Jhunjhunun Population Census 2011
- Jhunjhunun 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
Jhunjhunun Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Jhunjhunun District current estimated population is projected to be 25.44 Lac (25,44,434), indicating a 19.06% increased from Jhunjhunun's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 12.90 Lac, and the estimated female population is 12.55 Lac.
Jhunjhunun Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Jhunjhunun District estimated population is projected to be 25.71 Lac (25,71,359), projecting a 20.32% increased from Jhunjhunun's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 13.02 Lac, and the estimated female population is 12.69 Lac.
Jhunjhunun Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Jhunjhunun District, with a total Hindu population of 19.06 Lac (19,05,682), accounting for 89.17% of the Jhunjhunun District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 9.81 Lac (9,81,147), and the Hindu female population is around 9.25 Lac (9,24,535).
Jhunjhunun Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Jhunjhunun District, with a total Muslim population of 2.28 Lac (2,28,178), accounting for 10.68% of the Jhunjhunun District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.13 Lac (1,13,005), and the Muslim female population is around 1.15 Lac (1,15,173).
Jhunjhunun Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 19,05,682 | 89.17% |
| Muslim | 2,28,178 | 10.68% |
| Religion not stated | 1,217 | 0.06% |
| Christian | 1,004 | 0.05% |
| Jain | 548 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 275 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 85 | 0% |
| Buddhist | 56 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationJhunjhunun Urban Population
The Urban population of Jhunjhunun District is 4.89 Lac (4,89,079), with 2.53 Lac (2,53,178) being males and 2.36 Lac (2,35,901) being females, making up 22.89% of the Jhunjhunun total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 932 females for every 1000 males.
Jhunjhunun Rural Population
The Rural population of Jhunjhunun District is 16.48 Lac (16,47,966), with 8.43 Lac (8,42,718) being males and 8.05 Lac (8,05,248) being females, making up 77.11% of the Jhunjhunun total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 956 females for every 1000 males.
Jhunjhunun Literacy Rate
Jhunjhunun District has a literacy rate of 74.13% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Jhunjhunun District is 86.9 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Jhunjhunun District is 60.95 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Jhunjhunun District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 76.53%, while in the rural regions of Jhunjhunun District, it is around 73.42%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Jhunjhunun
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74.13 | 86.9 | 60.95 |
| Urban Area | 76.53 | 87.39 | 65.03 |
| Rural Area | 73.42 | 86.75 | 59.77 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Jhunjhunun
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 75.02 | 87.56 | 61.98 |
| Muslim | 66.2 | 80.86 | 52.16 |
| Religion not stated | 71.41 | 82.32 | 57.95 |
| Christian | 79.66 | 88.77 | 69.71 |
Jhunjhunun Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Jhunjhunun District is 3.61 Lac (3,60,709) with 1.86 Lac (1,85,879) males and 1.75 Lac (1,74,830) females, which is 16.88% of Jhunjhunun District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 941 females for every 1000 males.
Jhunjhunun Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Jhunjhunun District is 41.63 k (41,629) with 21.38 k (21,380) males and 20.25 k (20,249) females, which is 1.95% of Jhunjhunun District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 948 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Jhunjhunun
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 951 |
| Urban Area | 932 |
| Rural Area | 956 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Jhunjhunun
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 943 |
| Muslim | 1020 |
| Religion not stated | 795 |
| Christian | 913 |
Jhunjhunun Area & Households
The Total Area of Jhunjhunun District is 5,928 Square KM, with a population density of 361 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Jhunjhunun District are 18 and the Total Number of Villages in Jhunjhunun District are 927.The Total Number of households in Jhunjhunun District are 3.84 Lac(3,84,197).
Jhunjhunun Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Jhunjhunun District, there are about 8.95 Lac (8,94,649) workers, making up nearly 41.86% of the Jhunjhunun District total population. Out of these, around 5.41 Lac (5,41,392) are male workers, and about 3.53 Lac (3,53,257) are female workers.
Jhunjhunun - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Jhunjhunun district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,41,572, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 21,37,045 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 30.61% 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 18.59%.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.
Jhunjhunun District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,41,572 to 21,37,045.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 30.61%.
- 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 | 3.42 Lac | ----- | ----- | 1.81 Lac | 1.60 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.69 Lac | 27.51 k | 8.053646083 | 1.94 Lac | 1.75 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.53 Lac | -15.94 k | -4.319106104 | 1.88 Lac | 1.65 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.06 Lac | 52.38 k | 14.8323611 | 2.16 Lac | 1.90 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.91 Lac | 85.48 k | 21.08014668 | 2.61 Lac | 2.30 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.89 Lac | 97.73 k | 19.90476637 | 3.01 Lac | 2.88 Lac |
| 1961 | 7.20 Lac | 1.31 Lac | 22.23645233 | 3.70 Lac | 3.49 Lac |
| 1971 | 9.29 Lac | 2.10 Lac | 29.1224901 | 4.82 Lac | 4.47 Lac |
| 1981 | 12.12 Lac | 2.82 Lac | 30.38569568 | 6.19 Lac | 5.92 Lac |
| 1991 | 15.82 Lac | 3.71 Lac | 30.6077256 | 8.19 Lac | 7.63 Lac |
| 2001 | 19.14 Lac | 3.31 Lac | 20.93425201 | 9.84 Lac | 9.30 Lac |
| 2011 | 21.37 Lac | 2.23 Lac | 11.67148894 | 10.96 Lac | 10.41 Lac |
Jhunjhunun - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 25.44 Lac (25,44,434) | 19.06% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 25.71 Lac (25,71,359) | 20.32% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 25.95 Lac (25,95,412) | 21.45% | 1.13 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 26.17 Lac (26,17,365) | 22.48% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 26.39 Lac (26,39,318) | 23.5% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 26.61 Lac (26,61,272) | 24.53% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 26.83 Lac (26,83,225) | 25.56% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 27.04 Lac (27,04,499) | 26.55% | 0.99 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 27.25 Lac (27,25,279) | 27.53% | 0.98 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 27.46 Lac (27,46,059) | 28.5% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 27.67 Lac (27,66,840) | 29.47% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 27.88 Lac (27,87,620) | 30.44% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 28.08 Lac (28,08,400) | 31.42% | 0.98 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Jhunjhunun District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 28.08 Lac (28,08,400), with a male population of 14.13 Lac (14,12,527) and a female population of 13.96 Lac (13,96,455). This reflects a total growth of 31.42% from Jhunjhunun District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.03%.