Giridih district with an area of 4, 962 sq km had a population of 2.45 million in 2011 which is estimated to be 3.23 million by 2025. The district has a sex ratio of 944 females per 1000 males, a literacy rate of 63.14%, and the majority of the population resides in the villages. The primary languages spoken in the district are Khortha, Hindi, Santali, and Urdu. The district is home to 12 urban localities, almost 2, 750 villages, and a considerable population of SC (13.31%) and ST (9.74%).
Giridih District Census 2021 – Full Data & Analysis
Quick Overview of District Census 2021
- District: Giridih (Jharkhand)
- Projected 2025 Population: 3,230,000 (~32.4 lakhs)
- 2011 Population: 2,445,474 (24.45 lakhs)
- Population Density (2011): 493/sq.km
- Sex Ratio: 944 females per 1000 males (2011) [Urban: 918, Rural: 947]
- Literacy Rate: 63.14% (Male: 76.76%, Female: 48.72%)
- Urban Population: 8.51% (208,024)
- Rural Population: 91.49% (2,237,450)
- SC population: 3,25,493 (13.31%)
- ST population: 2,38,188 (9.74%)
- District Area: 4,962 sq.km
- Households: 396,521
- Villages: 2,749
- Towns: 12
- Main language: Khortha (68.71%), Hindi (13.55%), Santali (8.99%), Urdu (7.47%)
Historic Census Population & Growth (1901–2036 Projection)
| Year | Population | Growth Rate (%) |
|---|
| 1901 | 375,866 | — |
| 1951 | 618,129 | 10.6 |
| 1981 | 1,161,066 | 2.17 (decadal avg.) |
| 2001 | 1,905,343 | 27.28 |
| 2011 | 2,445,474 | 28.33 |
| 2025 | 3,230,000 | ~32.2 |
| 2036 | 3,331,148 | 36.22 |
Population, Sex Ratio, Literacy – Urban vs Rural (2011)
| Segment | Population | Male | Female | Sex Ratio | Child Sex Ratio | Literacy Rate |
| Urban | 208,024 | 108,490 | 99,534 | 918 | 907 | 79.45% |
| Rural | 2,237,450 | 1,149,608 | 1,087,842 | 947 | 944 | 61.55% |
Religion-wise Population (2011)
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
| Hindu | 1,856,202 | 75.90% |
| Muslim | 508,586 | 20.80% |
| Christian | 14,645 | 0.60% |
| Other religions (Sarna etc.) | 59,218 | 2.42% |
| Jain | 1,503 | 0.06% |
| Sikh | 937 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 650 | 0.03% |
| Religion not stated | 3,733 | 0.15% |
SC / ST Population (2011)
| Category | Population | Percent | Male | Female | Sex Ratio |
|---|
| SC | 325,493 | 13.31% | 166,447 | 159,046 | 956 |
| ST | 238,188 | 9.74% | 120,646 | 117,542 | 975 |
Child Population (0–6 years) & Sex Ratio
- Total: 460,251 (18.82%)
- Male child: 237,056
- Female child: 223,195
- Child Sex Ratio: 942 girls per 1000 boys
- Urban: 31,863
- Rural: 428,388
Languages Spoken (2011)
- Khortha: 68.71%
- Hindi: 13.55%
- Santali: 8.99%
- Urdu: 7.47%
Households, Area, Density
- Total Area: 4,962 Sq.KM
- Number of Households: 396,521
- Towns: 12
- Villages: 2,749
- Houseless Families: 178 (Population: 844)
- Population Density (2011): 493 people per sq.km
Workforce Profile
- Total workers: 1,036,277 (42.38% of population), Male: 623,946; Female: 412,331
Sub-districts/Taluks/Blocks
| Block / Tahsil Name |
|---|
| Bagodar |
| Bengabad |
| Birni |
| Deori |
| Dhanwar |
| Dumri |
| Gande |
| Gawan |
| Giridih |
| Jamua |
| Pirtanr |
| Sariya |
| Tisri |
City / Urban Agglomeration Data
| Name | Type | Population | Male | Female |
|---|
| Giridih (UA) | Urban Agglomeration | 143,630 | 74,901 | 68,729 |
| Giridih (Nagar Parishad) | City | 114,533 | 59,966 | 54,567 |
Socio-Economic and General Facts
- Main resources: Coal, mica (notably in Gawan and Tisri blocks), major rivers: Barakar, Sakri, Usri (Usri Falls)
- Largest hill: Parasnath (Shikharji), sacred Jain pilgrimage
- Sports: Giridih Stadium (largest in region)
- Backward district, supported by federal grants (BRGF)
- Notable flora: Sal, bamboo, mahua, palash, kend, Asian pear, medicinal plants
FAQ: Giridih District Census & Population
- Q: What is the population of Giridih district in 2025?
- A: Projected at 3,230,000 (~32.4 lakhs)
- Q: What is the sex ratio of Giridih?
- A: 944 females per 1000 males (2011)
- Q: What is the literacy rate of Giridih?
- A: 63.14% (Male: 76.76%; Female: 48.72%)
- Q: What are the main religions?
- A: Hindu (75.90%), Muslim (20.80%), Sarna/other (2.42%), Christian (0.60%)
- Q: Key languages spoken?
- A: Khortha, Hindi, Santali, Urdu
- Q: Urban / Rural population share?
- A: 8.51% urban, 91.49% rural (2011)
- Q: Name all the blocks/subdistricts?
- A: Bagodar, Bengabad, Birni, Deori, Dhanwar, Dumri, Gande, Gawan, Giridih, Jamua, Pirtanr, Sariya, Tisri
- Q: Total workforce?
- A: 1,036,277 workers (623,946 male; 412,331 female)
- Q: Total villages/towns?
- A: 2,749 villages; 12 towns
- Q: Scheduled Castes/Tribes %?
- A: SC: 13.31%, ST: 9.74%