Demographics

Demographics

As of the provisional 2011 census, Rohtak municipality had a population of 417,355. The municipality had a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males, and 10.9% of the population was under six years old. Effective literacy was 84.08%; male literacy was 88.94% and female literacy was 78.68%.

Sectors

In Rohtak, the old sectors are Sector 1, Sector 3, Sector 14, and Sector 2–4 (developed areas). New sectors such as 4 Extension, 5, 6, 25, 34, 35, 36, and 36A are currently being developed. Model Town, DLF Colony, Sector 1, and Sector 14 are considered to be the upmarket areas of the city. The entrance of Sector 14 is located opposite Gate No. 2 of Maharshi Dayanand University.

Media and Communications

All India Radio has a local station in Rohtak, which transmits various programs of mass interest.