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Simdega

District in JHARKHAND

Simdega District of JHARKHAND has a total population of 5,99,578 as per the Census 2011. Out of which 3,00,309 are males while 2,99,269 are females. The district has a total literacy rate of N/A%. The entire district extends over an area of N/A.

👥 Total Population
5,99,578
📚 Literacy Rate
57.29%
⚖️ Sex Ratio
997

per 1000 males

🏙️ Urbanization
N/A

Urban Population

Compare with Census 2001

See how Simdega has changed over the decade

👶 Child Population (0-6 years)

Children aged 0-6 years constitute 15.75% of the total population. The child sex ratio is 969 girls per 1000 boys, which is lower than the overall district sex ratio of 997.

Total Children

94,414

15.75% of population

Boys

47,962

50.8%

Girls

46,452

49.2%

Child Sex Ratio

969

girls per 1000 boys

Religion Breakdown

Hindu
33.61%
Muslim
2.52%
Christian
51.14%
Sikh
0.01%

Demographics & Social Profile

The text sex ratio of Simdega stands at 997 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 N/A%. Male literacy stands at 76.08% while female literacy is at 59.92%, showing a gender gap of 16.16%.

The Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 7.45% while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 70.78% of total population in Simdega.

Workforce Statistics

Out of the total population of 5,99,578, 2,88,645 are engaged in work or business activity. This constitutes 48.14% of the total population. Of the total workforce, 53.88% are Main Workers (employed for more than 6 months), while the remaining 46.12% are Marginal Workers.

Main Workers
1,55,510

Full-time employment

Marginal Workers
1,33,135

Part-time / Seasonal

Non-Workers
3,10,933

Dependents / Students

Sex Ratio Profile

Literacy Performance

Literacy Rate Comparison (Male vs Female)

Other Districts in JHARKHAND

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Simdega district in JHARKHAND?

Simdega district in JHARKHAND has a total population of 5,99,578 as per Census 2011. The district comprises 3,00,309 males and 2,99,269 females.

What is the literacy rate of Simdega district?

The overall literacy rate of Simdega district is N/A%. Male literacy is 76.08% and female literacy is 59.92%.

What is the sex ratio in Simdega district?

The sex ratio in Simdega district is 997 females per 1000 males. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.

What is the child population of Simdega district?

Simdega district has 94,414 children aged 0-6 years. Of these, 47,962 are boys and 46,452 are girls. The child sex ratio is 969 girls per 1000 boys.

What is the workforce participation in Simdega district?

Out of the total population of 5,99,578, 2,88,645 people (48.1%) are engaged in work activities in Simdega district.