Ratlam District Madhya Pradesh Census 2025/2011 – Population, Growth, Religion, Sex Ratio, Literacy, SC/ST, Rural/Urban, Language, Tehsil/Taluk Data
Ratlam District Census 2011 & 2021 – Population, Literacy, Religion, Tehsil & City Wise Data: Based on 2011 trends Ratlam district's projected population for 2021 is approximately 1, 690, 000. The population is anticipated to increase to nearly 1, 777, 000 by 2025 and get to about 1, 833, 000 by 2031, thus implying a gradual rise in population. The figures for the next few years are an extension of the growth rate for the decade from 2001 to 2011 and therefore, show a steady increase of the population in Ratlam district.
Quick Overview of District Census 2021 (Projection)
- Projected population of Ratlam district in 2021 is about 1,690,000 (16.90 lakh) as per population projection based on Census 2011 trends.
- Projected population of Ratlam district rises to around 1,770,000 (17.77 lakh) by 2025 and about 1,830,000 (18.33 lakh) by 2031, indicating steady growth.
- Population projections are calculated by extending the decadal growth rate of Ratlam district from 2001–2011 over future years.
Ratlam District Population & Growth (2011 & 2001)
- Total population of Ratlam district as per Census 2011 is 1,455,069 (14.55 lakh).
- Male population is 738,241 and female population is 716,828 in 2011.
- In Census 2001, Ratlam district population was 1,215,393 (12.15 lakh) with 620,862 males and 594,531 females, showing significant decadal growth.
- Ratlam district population forms about 2.0% of the total state population as per 2011 data.
| Description | 2011 | 2001 |
|---|---|---|
| Population (in lakh) | 14.55 | 12.15 |
| Actual Population | 1,455,069 | 1,215,393 |
| Male | 738,241 | 620,862 |
| Female | 716,828 | 594,531 |
Population Projections 2011–2031
| Year | Projected Population | Approximate Population (Lakh) |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 1,455,069 | 14.55 |
| 2021 | 1,690,000 | 16.99 |
| 2022 | 1,720,000 | 17.23 |
| 2023 | 1,740,000 | 17.44 |
| 2024 | 1,760,000 | 17.62 |
| 2025 | 1,770,000 | 17.77 |
| 2026 | 1,790,000 | 17.91 |
| 2027 | 1,800,000 | 18.02 |
| 2028 | 1,810,000 | 18.12 |
| 2029 | 1,810,000 | 18.20 |
| 2030 | 1,820,000 | 18.27 |
| 2031 | 1,830,000 | 18.33 |
Population Density, Households & Sex Ratio
- Total number of households (families) in Ratlam district is about 296,683 as per Census 2011.
- Population density of Ratlam district is about 299 persons per sq. km, with total area around 4,861 sq. km.
- Overall sex ratio in Ratlam district is 971 females per 1000 males as per Census 2011.
- Child sex ratio (0–6 years) in Ratlam district is about 939 girls per 1000 boys.
| Indicator | Value (2011) |
|---|---|
| Total Households | 296,683 |
| District Area (sq. km) | 4,861 |
| Population Density (per sq. km) | 299 |
| Sex Ratio (females per 1000 males) | 971 |
| Child Sex Ratio (0–6 years) | 939 |
Urban & Rural Population, Households & Child Population
- About 29.9% population of Ratlam lives in urban areas and 70.1% lives in rural areas as per Census 2011.
- Urban population is 435,031 (221,773 males and 213,258 females), while rural population is 1,020,038 (516,468 males and 503,570 females).
- Total child population (0–6 years) in Ratlam district is around 218,354, with significant share residing in rural parts.
| Description | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|
| Population (%) | 70.10% | 29.90% |
| Total Population | 1,020,038 | 435,031 |
| Male Population | 516,468 | 221,773 |
| Female Population | 503,570 | 213,258 |
| Sex Ratio | 975 | 962 |
| Child Percentage (0–6) | 16.31% | 11.95% |
| Average Literacy | 59.40% | 83.23% |
| Male Literacy | 72.22% | 89.28% |
| Female Literacy | 46.35% | 76.95% |
Overall Literacy, Male Literacy & Female Literacy
- Average literacy rate of Ratlam district is 66.78% as per Census 2011.
- Male literacy rate is 77.54% and female literacy rate is 55.77% at district level.
- Urban literacy is higher at about 83.2% compared to rural literacy around 59.4%.
| Area / Gender | Ratlam District Literacy | State Literacy (Madhya Pradesh) |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 66.78% | 69.32% |
| Male | 77.54% | 78.73% |
| Female | 55.77% | 59.24% |
| Urban Literacy (Total) | 83.23% | - |
| Rural Literacy (Total) | 59.40% | - |
Literacy Rate by Religion
- Hindu literacy in Ratlam district is around 64.68% total, 76.14% for males and 52.94% for females.
- Muslim literacy stands at about 77.16% total, with 84.38% male literacy and 69.73% female literacy.
- Jain community shows very high literacy with about 97.07% total literacy, 98.07% male literacy and 96.03% female literacy.
- Christian literacy rate is about 91.70% total, 93.80% male literacy and 89.79% female literacy in Ratlam.
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 64.68% | 76.14% | 52.94% |
| Muslim | 77.16% | 84.38% | 69.73% |
| Jain | 97.07% | 98.07% | 96.03% |
| Christian | 91.70% | 93.80% | 89.79% |
Religion Wise Population Share
- Hindu population forms the dominant majority in Ratlam district with a share of about 87.08% of total population.
- Muslim population accounts for around 10.38% of the total district population.
- Christian, Sikh, Jain and other religions together form the remaining small percentage of population in Ratlam district.
| Religion | Approximate Share (%) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 87.08% | 1,267,043 |
| Muslim | 10.38% | 151,071 |
| Christian | 0.27% | 3,996 |
| Sikh | 0.09% | 1,353 |
| Buddhist | 0.01% | 175 |
| Jain | 2.02% | 29,353 |
| Others | 0.01% | 123 |
| Not Stated | 0.13% | 1,955 |
Ratlam Tehsil Population, Literacy & Villages
- Ratlam tehsil has a total population of 555,259 as per Census 2011.
- Average sex ratio of Ratlam tehsil is about 966 females per 1000 males.
- Child sex ratio (0–6 years) in Ratlam tehsil is around 931 girls per 1000 boys.
- Total literacy rate of Ratlam tehsil is about 75.82%, with male literacy about 84.86% and female literacy about 66.52%.
- To facilitate administration, Ratlam tehsil is further divided into 4 towns and 171 villages.
| Indicator | Ratlam Tehsil |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 555,259 |
| Average Sex Ratio | 966 |
| Child Sex Ratio (0–6 years) | 931 |
| Total Literacy Rate | 75.82% |
| Male Literacy Rate | 84.86% |
| Female Literacy Rate | 66.52% |
| Number of Towns | 4 |
| Number of Villages | 171 |
Ratlam Tehsil Urban & Rural Population
- About 52.6% of Ratlam tehsil population lives in urban areas while 47.4% lives in rural areas.
- Average literacy rate in urban areas of Ratlam tehsil is 85.9%, while rural literacy is 64.1%.
- Population of children (0–6 years) in urban regions is 33,010 while that in rural regions is 40,418.
Ratlam City Population & Urban Stats
- Ratlam city is the district headquarters and has a population of about 264,914 as per Census 2011.
- Ratlam city population contributes a significant portion of the urban population of the district, forming the core urban centre.
- Urban population of Ratlam district including Ratlam city is 435,031 as per Census 2011.
| Urban Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Ratlam City Population (2011) | 264,914 |
| District Urban Population (2011) | 435,031 |
| Urban Share of District Population | 29.90% |
SC & ST Population Overview
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ratlam district is approximately 198,612, including 100,629 males and 97,983 females.
- In rural areas, SC population is 151,828 (76,926 males and 74,902 females), while in urban areas it is 46,784 (23,703 males and 23,081 females).
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Ratlam district is about 409,865, including 206,290 males and 203,575 females.
- In rural areas, ST population is 387,743 (194,869 males and 192,874 females), while in urban areas it is 22,122 (11,421 males and 10,701 females).
| Category | Total | Male | Female | Rural Total | Urban Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC Population | 198,612 | 100,629 | 97,983 | 151,828 | 46,784 |
| ST Population | 409,865 | 206,290 | 203,575 | 387,743 | 22,122 |
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