Jhargram Population Data
Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.
Live Estimate
Jhargram Population 2026
2,29,306 (Estimated)
Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.
Next Census 2027
2,33,507
Projected Estimate
Methodology: Population projections are calculated using a default urban growth rate of 2% per annum (Census 2001 data not available for this location). 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 • 12.0% of total pop
Child Sex Ratio 979
Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)
Boys 10,272
Girls 10,059
Literacy Gap
14.8% Diff Male Literacy 70.9%
Female Literacy 56.1%
SC Population
25,220
14.8% of total
ST Population
38,625
22.7% of total
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Workforce Economy
Primary occupation: farming (Labor)
Worker Participation Rate 46%
Main Workers 38,357
Employment > 6 months/year
Marginal Workers 40,011
Employment < 6 months/year
Employment Sectors
Other Workers (Services/Ind) 21.9%
Cultivators (Farmers) 21.6%
Agricultural Laborers 52.8%
Household Industries 3.7%
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Jhargram in 2026? ▼
The estimated population of Jhargram in 2026 is 2,28,928. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of 2.00%.
What is the literacy rate of Jhargram? ▼
The literacy rate of Jhargram is 63.6% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Jhargram? ▼
The sex ratio of Jhargram is 979 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 Jhargram in 2027? ▼
The projected population of Jhargram in 2027 is 2,33,507. This projection is based on the 2.00% annual growth rate (default urban growth rate).
How has Jhargram population changed since 2001? ▼
Census 2001 data is not available for Jhargram. The Census 2011 population was 1,70,097. Current projections use a default urban growth rate of 2.00%.
What was the population of Jhargram in Census 2011? ▼
According to Census 2011, Jhargram had a total population of 1,70,097. This comprised 85,970 males and 84,127 females.
📊 Comparison & Rankings
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Rank in Paschim Medinipur District
#16 of 30
By population size
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Rank in West Bengal
#198 of 304
Among all talukas/cities in state
Comparison with Averages
| Metric | Jhargram | Paschim Medinipur Avg | West Bengal Avg |
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| Literacy Rate | 63.6% | 67.54% ↓ 3.9%
| 63.53% ↑ 0.1%
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| Sex Ratio | 979 | 966 ↑ 13 | 955 ↑ 24 |
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