Detail Factual Overview

Society & Demographics

• Population (2011): 25.5 million
• Projected Population (2025): ~31 million
• Urbanization: ~23% urban population
• Sex Ratio: 991 females per 1000 males
• Tribal Population: ~31.8% (among highest in India)
  • Major tribes: Gond, Halba, Baiga, Maria, Muria, Korwa, Bhatra
  • Some tribes still follow animistic and nature-based religions.