The Tonk district of Rajasthan had a population of 14.21 lakh approx. in 2011 and it is expected to grow steadily to reach a population of around 16 lakh by 2025. It has an area of 7,194 sq km and population density of 198 persons per sq km. The sex ratio is close to 952 females per 1000 males and the literacy rate is around 61.58. The child sex ratio is 888 girls per 1000 boys. The major religion is Hinduism with about 87% and Hindi is the main language spoken by most people. The district population is mostly rural with around 83% and about 17% live in urban areas. There are a total of about 2.5 lakh households in the district.
Quick Overview of District Census 2021
| District | Tonk |
| State | Rajasthan |
| Population 2011 | 14,21,326 |
| Estimated Population 2025 | 16,00,000 |
| Area | 7,194 sq km |
| Density | 198 per sq km |
Population and Growth Data
| Population 2001 | 12,11,343 |
| Population 2011 | 14,21,326 |
| Growth Rate | 17.33% |
| Projected 2025 | 16 lakh approx. |
- Population is increasing steadily
- Growth rate is moderate
- Rural population is dominant
- Urban growth is slow
Sex Ratio and Child Data
| Sex Ratio | 952 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 888 |
| Child Population (0-6) | 19% |
- Female ratio is average
- Child ratio is lower
- Birth gender gap exists
Literacy Rate Details
| Total Literacy | 61.58% |
| Male Literacy | 76.03% |
| Female Literacy | 45.66% |
- Education is improving
- Male literacy is higher
- Female literacy needs focus
Religion Composition
| Hindu | 87% |
| Muslim | 11% |
| Others | 2% |
- Hindu majority district
- Muslim minority present
- Other religions very small
Caste and Community Data
| SC Population | 19% |
| ST Population | 4% |
- SC population is notable
- ST population is low
Language Details
- Hindi widely spoken
- Local dialects used
Urban and Rural Population
| Urban Population | 17% |
| Rural Population | 83% |
| Households | 2.5 lakh approx. |
- Villages dominate the district
- Urban areas are limited
- Most people depend on farming
Administrative Divisions
| Tehsils | 6 |
| Towns | 11 |
| Villages | 1183 |
Tehsil List
- Tonk
- Malpura
- Niwai
- Uniara
- Deoli
- Todaraisingh
Main Towns
- Tonk city
- Malpura
- Niwai
- Deoli
- Uniara
Workforce and Employment
| Total Workers | 35% |
| Main Workers | 28% |
| Marginal Workers | 7% |
- Farming is main work
- Labour work common
- Employment options limited
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Tonk district population: Around 14.2 lakh in 2011
- What is literacy rate in Tonk: About 61.58 percent
- Is Tonk rural or urban: Mostly rural area
- What is sex ratio in Tonk: Around 952 females per 1000 males
- Main language in Tonk: Hindi is widely spoken