Khatra Population
As per the 2011 Census, Khatra Tehsil has a population of 1.17 Lac (1,17,030) with 60.06 k (60,058) males and 56.97 k (56,972) females.The sex ratio in Khatra is 949, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Khatra Tehsil is 13.43 k (13,434) which is 11.48% of Khatra Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Khatra Tehsil is 945 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Khatra Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Bankura District in the state of WEST BENGAL in India.
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Khatra Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Khatra Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.27 Lac (1,27,395), indicating a 8.86% increased from Khatra's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 64.97 k, and the estimated female population is 62.42 k.
Khatra Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Khatra Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.28 Lac (1,28,006), projecting a 9.38% increased from Khatra's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 65.25 k, and the estimated female population is 62.76 k.
Khatra Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Khatra Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 98.40 k (98,404), accounting for 84.08% of the Khatra Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 50.76 k (50,756), and the Hindu female population is around 47.65 k (47,648).
Khatra Other religions and persuasions Population
Other religions and persuasions is the second most popular religion in Khatra Tehsil, with a total Other religions and persuasions population of 15.24 k (15,244), accounting for 13.03% of the Khatra Tehsil population. Out of this, the Other religions and persuasions male population stands at approximately 7.54 k (7,538), and the Other religions and persuasions female population is around 7.71 k (7,706).
Khatra Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 98,404 | 84.08% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 15,244 | 13.03% |
| Muslim | 3,254 | 2.78% |
| Religion not stated | 72 | 0.06% |
| Christian | 32 | 0.03% |
| Buddhist | 11 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 8 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 5 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKhatra Urban Population
The Urban population of Khatra Tehsil is 12.44 k (12,438), with 6.36 k (6,356) being males and 6.08 k (6,082) being females, making up 10.63% of the Khatra total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 957 females for every 1000 males.
Khatra Rural Population
The Rural population of Khatra Tehsil is 1.05 Lac (1,04,592), with 53.70 k (53,702) being males and 50.89 k (50,890) being females, making up 89.37% of the Khatra total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 948 females for every 1000 males.
Khatra Literacy Rate
Khatra Tehsil has a literacy rate of 72.18% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Khatra Tehsil is 83.43 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Khatra Tehsil is 60.33 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Khatra Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.4%, while in the rural regions of Khatra Tehsil, it is around 70.31%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Khatra
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72.18 | 83.43 | 60.33 |
| Urban Area | 87.4 | 93.53 | 80.96 |
| Rural Area | 70.31 | 82.19 | 57.79 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Khatra
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 72.23 | 83.25 | 60.49 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 69.96 | 83.39 | 56.88 |
| Muslim | 81 | 88.81 | 72.38 |
| Religion not stated | 72.88 | 85.29 | 56 |
Khatra Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Khatra Tehsil is 30.95 k (30,947) with 15.82 k (15,820) males and 15.13 k (15,127) females, which is 26.44% of Khatra Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 957 females for every 1000 males.
Khatra Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Khatra Tehsil is 25.77 k (25,765) with 12.86 k (12,862) males and 12.90 k (12,903) females, which is 22.02% of Khatra Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1004 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Khatra
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 949 |
| Urban Area | 957 |
| Rural Area | 948 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Khatra
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 939 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1023 |
| Muslim | 919 |
| Religion not stated | 715 |
Khatra Area & Households
The Total Area of Khatra Tehsil is 233.61 Square KM, with a population density of 501 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Khatra Tehsil are 2 and the Total Number of Villages in Khatra Tehsil are 153.The Total Number of households in Khatra Tehsil are 25.23 k(25,228).
Khatra Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Khatra Tehsil, there are about 45.44 k (45,441) workers, making up nearly 38.83% of the Khatra Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 32.07 k (32,071) are male workers, and about 13.37 k (13,370) are female workers.
Khatra - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.27 Lac (1,27,395) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.28 Lac (1,28,006) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.29 Lac (1,28,506) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.29 Lac (1,28,926) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.29 Lac (1,29,346) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.30 Lac (1,29,766) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.30 Lac (1,30,186) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.30 Lac (1,30,474) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.31 Lac (1,30,669) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.31 Lac (1,30,864) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.31 Lac (1,31,060) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.31 Lac (1,31,255) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.31 Lac (1,31,449) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Khatra Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.31 Lac (1,31,449), with a male population of 66.55 k (66,549) and a female population of 64.90 k (64,900). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Khatra Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.29%.