The Raigarh district of Maharashtra had a population of about 26.34 lakh in 2011 and it is expected to grow steadily to reach a population of around 30.9 lakh by 2031. It has an area of 7,152 sq km and population density of 368 persons per sq km. The sex ratio is close to 959 females per 1000 males and the literacy rate is around 83.14 percent. The child sex ratio is about 935 girls per 1000 boys. The major religion is Hinduism with about 85.01% share and Marathi is the main language spoken by most people. The district population is partly urban at about 36.83% and around 63.17% people live in rural areas, and Raigarh accounts for about 2.34% of the total population of Maharashtra. There are around 6.12 lakh households in the district.
Quick Overview of District Census 2021
Raigarh district basic census profile
| Item | Value |
| District name | Raigarh |
| State | Maharashtra |
| Area (sq km) | 7,152 |
| Population 2011 (actual) | 2,634,200 |
| Population 2011 (in lakh) | 26.34 |
| Male population 2011 | 1,344,345 |
| Female population 2011 | 1,289,855 |
| Population share in Maharashtra | 2.34% |
| Population density (persons per sq km) | 368 |
| Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 959 |
| Child sex ratio (0-6 years) | 935 |
| Average literacy rate | 83.14% |
| Male literacy rate | 89.13% |
| Female literacy rate | 76.92% |
| Rural population share | 63.17% |
| Urban population share | 36.83% |
| Rural population | 1,664,005 |
| Urban population | 970,195 |
| Number of towns | 42 |
| Number of villages | 1,909 |
| Number of talukas | 15 |
| Number of gram panchayats | 821 |
| Total households | 611,790 |
- District size is medium in state
- Density is high compared to many
- Most people live in villages and small towns
- Literacy level is quite good
Population and Historic Census Data
Raigarh population in 2001 and 2011
| Description | 2011 | 2001 |
| Population (in lakh) | 26.34 | 22.08 |
| Actual population | 2,634,200 | 2,208,019 |
| Male population | 1,344,345 | 1,119,102 |
| Female population | 1,289,855 | 1,088,917 |
| Population growth rate | 19.31% | 20.99% |
| Area (sq km) | 7,152 | 7,152 |
| Population density (persons per sq km) | 368 | 309 |
| Share in Maharashtra population | 2.34% | 2.28% |
| Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 959 | 976 |
| Child sex ratio (0-6 years) | 935 | 939 |
| Total child population (0-6 years) | 300,815 | 314,767 |
| Child share of total population | 11.42% | 14.26% |
- Population grew by nearly one fifth in ten years
- Density increased sharply
- Sex ratio dropped a bit since 2001
- Child share in total population reduced
Raigarh projected population up to 2031
| Year | Projected population |
| 2011 | 2,634,200 |
| 2021 | 2,950,000 |
| 2022 | 2,970,000 |
| 2023 | 2,990,000 |
| 2024 | 3,010,000 |
| 2025 | 3,030,000 |
| 2026 | 3,050,000 |
| 2027 | 3,060,000 |
| 2028 | 3,070,000 |
| 2029 | 3,080,000 |
| 2030 | 3,080,000 |
| 2031 | 3,080,000 |
- Population will grow slowly after 2025
- District will stay mid sized in state
- Urban share will keep rising
- Rural belt will remain important
Sex Ratio and Child Population
Overall sex ratio and by area
| Indicator | Value |
| Sex ratio 2011 (females per 1000 males) | 959 |
| Sex ratio 2001 (females per 1000 males) | 976 |
| Rural sex ratio 2011 | 972 |
| Urban sex ratio 2011 | 935 |
- Sex ratio is better than national average
- Urban areas have lower female share
- Rural areas are closer to equal
- Overall balance is fairly good
Child population and child sex ratio
| Child indicator | Value |
| Total child population (0-6 years) | 300,815 |
| Child share of total population | 11.42% |
| Child sex ratio (girls per 1000 boys) | 935 |
- Every ninth person is 0 to 6 years old
- Child sex ratio is close to expected level
- Girls’ survival has improved
- Young population supports future workforce
Literacy Rate, Male Literacy and Female Literacy
Overall literacy in Raigarh district
| Indicator | Rate (%) |
| Average literacy rate | 83.14 |
| Male literacy rate | 89.13 |
| Female literacy rate | 76.92 |
- Literacy level is better than national figure
- Male literacy is near 90 percent
- Female literacy is quite good
- Male‑female gap is moderate
Urban and rural literacy pattern
| Area | Average literacy (%) |
| Total population | 83.14 |
| Rural area | 70.89 |
| Urban area | 85.22 |
- Urban literacy is very high
- Rural literacy is fair but lower
- Education level rises near cities
- Rural girls need more school support
Male and female literacy in rural and urban areas
| Area | Male literacy (%) |
| Total population | 89.13 |
| Rural area | 81.75 |
| Urban area | 92.01 |
| Area | Female literacy (%) |
| Total population | 76.92 |
| Rural area | 60.10 |
| Urban area | 78.09 |
- Urban female literacy is strong
- Rural male literacy is good
- Rural female literacy is improving
- Women’s education is key to progress
Religion and Caste (SC/ST) Demographics
Religion wise population in Raigarh
| Religion | Share (%) |
| Hindu | 85.01 |
| Muslim | 8.64 |
| Buddhist | 4.62 |
| Jain | 0.47 |
| Christian | 0.66 |
| Sikh | 0.28 |
| Others | 0.04 |
| Religion not stated | 0.28 |
- Hindu community is the largest group
- Muslim and Buddhist communities are sizeable
- Other faiths have small but steady presence
- Religious mix shapes local festivals and culture
Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe population
| Group | Status in district |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | present in all talukas |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | present but smaller share |
- SC families live across villages and towns
- ST population is limited but visible
- Welfare schemes target SC/ST groups
- Local mix affects education and employment plans
Languages Spoken, Area Statistics and Households
Languages spoken in Raigarh district
| Language | Situation |
| Marathi | main spoken language |
| Hindi | common in markets and offices |
| Urdu | spoke in some pockets |
| Other Indian languages | used by migrants and workers |
- Marathi is used in homes and schools
- Hindi is widely understood
- Urdu adds to local speech in certain areas
- Multi‑language use helps in business
Area statistics, population density and households
| Indicator | Value |
| Total area (sq km) | 7,152 |
| Population density (persons per sq km) | 368 |
| Total households | 611,790 |
- District has mixed plains and hilly areas
- Density is high in many parts
- Household size is typical of region
- Settlements spread across talukas
Urban and Rural Population, Workforce and Administrative Units
Urban and rural population in Raigarh
| Description | Rural | Urban |
| Population share (%) | 63.17 | 36.83 |
| Total population | 1,664,005 | 970,195 |
| Male population | 843,761 | 500,584 |
| Female population | 820,244 | 469,611 |
| Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 972 | 935 |
| Average literacy rate | 70.89% | 85.22% |
| Male literacy rate | 81.75% | 92.01% |
| Female literacy rate | 60.10% | 78.09% |
- Most people live in rural belt
- Urban share is above one third
- Sex ratio is better in villages
- Literacy is higher in towns
Workforce and main work pattern
| Aspect | Situation |
| Main work | agriculture and allied activities |
| Other work | services, trade, small industry |
| Rural workers | farmers, labourers, small business |
| Urban workers | education, health, trade and offices |
- Farming remains key source of income
- Many depend on seasonal farm work
- Towns provide jobs in services and shops
- Youth also move outside for jobs
Administrative divisions, talukas, towns and villages
| Unit | Number |
| Talukas (tehsils) | 15 |
| Towns | 42 |
| Villages | 1,909 |
| Gram panchayats | 821 |
- Each taluka has its own headquarters
- Towns connect villages to markets
- Village network is dense
- Gram panchayats manage local rural affairs
Some key talukas in Raigarh
| Sl no. | Taluka |
| 1 | Pen |
| 2 | Uran |
| 3 | Khalapur |
| 4 | Tala |
| 5 | Mangaon |
| 6 | Shrivardhan |
| 7 | Mahad |
| 8 | Dapoli |
| 9 | Chiplun |
| 10 | Khed |
- Each taluka adds to district mix
- Coastal talukas have more density
- Inland talukas have more forest and farming
- Taluka centres link district headquarters to villages
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the population of Raigarh district in 2011: It is 2,634,200 people
- Is Raigarh district mainly rural or urban: Around two third people live in villages
- What is the literacy rate in Raigarh district: It is about 83 percent overall
- What is the sex ratio in Raigarh district: There are about 959 females per 1000 males
- Which religion has the largest share in Raigarh: Hindu community has about 85 percent share