Contai - III Population
As per the 2011 Census, Contai - III Tehsil has a population of 1.58 Lac (1,57,793) with 81.14 k (81,143) males and 76.65 k (76,650) females.The sex ratio in Contai - III is 945, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Contai - III Tehsil is 17.99 k (17,985) which is 11.4% of Contai - III Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Contai - III Tehsil is 948 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Contai - III Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Purba Medinipur District in the state of WEST BENGAL in India.
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Contai - III Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Contai - III Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.72 Lac (1,71,768), indicating a 8.86% increased from Contai - III's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 87.79 k, and the estimated female population is 83.98 k.
Contai - III Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Contai - III Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.73 Lac (1,72,592), projecting a 9.38% increased from Contai - III's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 88.16 k, and the estimated female population is 84.43 k.
Contai - III Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Contai - III Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 1.52 Lac (1,52,038), accounting for 96.35% of the Contai - III Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 78.21 k (78,210), and the Hindu female population is around 73.83 k (73,828).
Contai - III Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Contai - III Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 5.58 k (5,584), accounting for 3.54% of the Contai - III Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.84 k (2,840), and the Muslim female population is around 2.74 k (2,744).
Contai - III Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,52,038 | 96.35% |
| Muslim | 5,584 | 3.54% |
| Christian | 91 | 0.06% |
| Religion not stated | 56 | 0.04% |
| Sikh | 20 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 3 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1 | 0% |
| Buddhist | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationContai - III Urban Population
The Urban population of Contai - III Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Contai - III total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Contai - III Rural Population
The Rural population of Contai - III Tehsil is 1.58 Lac (1,57,793), with 81.14 k (81,143) being males and 76.65 k (76,650) being females, making up 100% of the Contai - III total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 945 females for every 1000 males.
Contai - III Literacy Rate
Contai - III Tehsil has a literacy rate of 89.89% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Contai - III Tehsil is 94.75 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Contai - III Tehsil is 84.75 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Contai - III Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Contai - III Tehsil, it is around 89.89%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Contai - III
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 89.89 | 94.75 | 84.75 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 89.89 | 94.75 | 84.75 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Contai - III
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 90.24 | 94.99 | 85.21 |
| Muslim | 80.09 | 87.98 | 71.93 |
| Christian | 88.61 | 90.48 | 86.49 |
| Religion not stated | 90.91 | 100 | 77.78 |
Contai - III Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Contai - III Tehsil is 20.83 k (20,832) with 10.67 k (10,671) males and 10.16 k (10,161) females, which is 13.2% of Contai - III Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 953 females for every 1000 males.
Contai - III Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Contai - III Tehsil is 144 (144) with 72 (72) males and 72 (72) females, which is 0.09% of Contai - III Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1000 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Contai - III
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 945 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 945 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Contai - III
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 944 |
| Muslim | 967 |
| Christian | 858 |
| Religion not stated | 932 |
Contai - III Area & Households
The Total Area of Contai - III Tehsil is 192.34 Square KM, with a population density of 820 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Contai - III Tehsil are 166.The Total Number of households in Contai - III Tehsil are 34.34 k(34,342).
Contai - III Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Contai - III Tehsil, there are about 65.16 k (65,156) workers, making up nearly 41.29% of the Contai - III Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 48.20 k (48,202) are male workers, and about 16.95 k (16,954) are female workers.
Contai - III - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.72 Lac (1,71,768) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.73 Lac (1,72,592) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.73 Lac (1,73,267) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.74 Lac (1,73,833) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.74 Lac (1,74,399) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.75 Lac (1,74,965) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.76 Lac (1,75,531) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.76 Lac (1,75,919) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.76 Lac (1,76,183) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.76 Lac (1,76,446) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.77 Lac (1,76,709) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.77 Lac (1,76,972) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.77 Lac (1,77,234) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Contai - III Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.77 Lac (1,77,234), with a male population of 89.91 k (89,913) and a female population of 87.32 k (87,316). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Contai - III Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.29%.