Dhamtari Taluka Population Data
Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.
Live Estimate
Dhamtari Taluka Population 2026
3,32,012 (Estimated)
Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.
Next Census 2027
3,35,480
Projected Estimate
Methodology: Population projections are calculated using an annual compound growth rate of 1.14% derived from Census 2001-2011 data. The formula used is P × (1 + r/100)^(Y - 2011), where P is the 2011 population and r is the growth rate.
Census 2011 Data
Officialper 1000 Males
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Child (0-6) Stats
Future Generation • 12.1% of total pop
Child Sex Ratio 964
Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)
Boys 17,197
Girls 16,570
Literacy Gap
14.7% Diff Male Literacy 79.1%
Female Literacy 64.4%
SC Population
21,670
7.7% of total
ST Population
47,268
16.9% of total
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Workforce Economy
Primary occupation: farming (Labor)
Worker Participation Rate 46%
Main Workers 1,05,403
Employment > 6 months/year
Marginal Workers 23,169
Employment < 6 months/year
Employment Sectors
Other Workers (Services/Ind) 35.3%
Cultivators (Farmers) 20.5%
Agricultural Laborers 40.7%
Household Industries 3.4%
Historical Comparison (2001-2011)
Decadal Change| Metric | Census 2001 | Census 2011 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,49,780 | 2,79,833 | +12.03% |
| Literacy Rate | 65.74% | 71.72% | +6.0% |
| Sex Ratio | 999 | 1007 | +8 |
Decadal Growth Rate
12.03%
Total population change from 2001 to 2011
Annual Compound Growth Rate (CAGR)
1.14%
Average annual growth rate over 10 years
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Dhamtari Taluka in 2026? ▼
The estimated population of Dhamtari Taluka in 2026 is 3,31,698. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of 1.14%.
What is the literacy rate of Dhamtari Taluka? ▼
The literacy rate of Dhamtari Taluka is 71.72% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Dhamtari Taluka? ▼
The sex ratio of Dhamtari Taluka is 1007 females per 1000 males according to Census 2011. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.
What is the projected population of Dhamtari Taluka in 2027? ▼
The projected population of Dhamtari Taluka in 2027 is 3,35,480. This projection is based on the 1.14% annual growth rate calculated from Census 2001-2011 data.
How has Dhamtari Taluka population changed since 2001? ▼
Dhamtari Taluka population grew from 2,49,780 in 2001 to 2,79,833 in 2011, a decadal growth of 12.03%. The annual compound growth rate was 1.14%.
What was the population of Dhamtari Taluka in Census 2011? ▼
According to Census 2011, Dhamtari Taluka had a total population of 2,79,833. This comprised 1,39,451 males and 1,40,382 females.
📊 Comparison & Rankings
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Rank in Dhamtari District
#1 of 4
By population size
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Rank in Chhattisgarh
#12 of 132
Among all talukas/cities in state
Comparison with Averages
| Metric | Dhamtari Taluka | Dhamtari Avg | Chhattisgarh Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literacy Rate | 71.72% | 67.66% ↑ 4.1%
| 56.73% ↑ 15.0%
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| Sex Ratio | 1007 | 1011 ↓ 4 | 999 ↑ 8 |
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