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Dakshin Bastar Dantewada

District in Chhattisgarh

Dakshin Bastar Dantewada District of Chhattisgarh has a total population of 5,33,638 as per the Census 2011. Out of which 2,64,142 are males while 2,69,496 are females. In 2011 there were total 96,233 families residing in urban areas while 4,37,405 families were living in rural areas. The district population is mostly Rural, with 81.97% living in rural areas and 18.03% in urban areas. The district has a total literacy rate of 42.12%. The entire district extends over an area of N/A.

👥 Total Population
5,33,638
📚 Literacy Rate
42.12%
⚖️ Sex Ratio
1020

per 1000 males

🏙️ Urbanization
18.0%

Urban Population

Compare with Census 2001

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Demographics & Social Profile

The text sex ratio of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada stands at 1020 females per 1000 males. This is comparable to or better than the national average. In terms of literacy, the district has reflected a growth, currently standing at 42.12%.

The Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 2.44% while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 76.88% of total population in Dakshin Bastar Dantewada.

Workforce Statistics

Out of the total population of 5,33,638, 2,86,595 are engaged in work or business activity. This constitutes 53.71% of the total population. Of the total workforce, 64.30% are Main Workers (employed for more than 6 months), while the remaining 35.70% are Marginal Workers.

Main Workers
1,84,285

Full-time employment

Marginal Workers
1,02,310

Part-time / Seasonal

Non-Workers
2,47,043

Dependents / Students

Talukas / Tehsils

Sex Ratio Profile

Literacy Performance

Other Districts in Chhattisgarh

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh?

Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh has a total population of 5,33,638 as per Census 2011. The district comprises 2,64,142 males and 2,69,496 females.

What is the literacy rate of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district?

The overall literacy rate of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district is 42.12%. Male literacy is N/A% and female literacy is N/A%.

What is the sex ratio in Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district?

The sex ratio in Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district is 1020 females per 1000 males. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.

Is Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district urban or rural?

Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district has 18.0% urban population and 82.0% rural population. The district is predominantly rural in nature.

What is the workforce participation in Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district?

Out of the total population of 5,33,638, 2,86,595 people (53.7%) are engaged in work activities in Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district.