Published: 7 September 2025Zee NewsRajasthan
Rajasthan's Literacy Rate at 67.06% Remains Among Lowest Despite National Gains
While India celebrated its literacy rate reaching 80.9% on International Literacy Day (September 8), Rajasthan's literacy rate of 67.06% remains among the lowest in the country alongside Bihar and Madhya Pradesh. The national urban literacy rate stands at 88.9% versus 77.5% in rural areas, and male literacy at 87.2% versus female literacy at 74.6%.
Rajasthan's gender gap in literacy remains particularly stark, especially in western desert districts. The state government has launched initiatives under the ULLAS programme targeting women's literacy in rural Rajasthan, with special focus on Barmer, Jaisalmer, and Jodhpur divisions. The Rajasthan Saakshar Mission aims to bring the state's literacy rate to 75% by 2027.
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Q: Suggest measures to close Rajasthan's literacy gap in light of its 67.06 per cent rate against India's 80.9 per cent achievement in 2025.
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Rajasthan trails alongside Bihar and Madhya Pradesh; male literacy is 87.2 per cent versus 74.6 per cent for females, with acute gaps in Barmer, Jaisalmer and Jodhpur divisions. Scaling ULLAS, female adult-learning centres and the Rajasthan Saakshar Mission target of 75 per cent by 2027 can accelerate convergence with national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Rajasthan's literacy rate and how does it compare nationally?
**Rajasthan's literacy rate is 67.06%**, remaining among India's lowest despite the national rate improving to 80.9%. **National urban literacy 88.9% vs rural 77.5%; male literacy 87.2% vs female literacy 74.6%**.
Why does Rajasthan have a low literacy rate despite national progress?
**Rajasthan's gender gap in literacy is particularly stark, especially in western desert districts**. Low female literacy, rural-urban divide, and inadequate school infrastructure in remote areas are key factors.
What is the female literacy rate challenge in Rajasthan?
**State government launched initiatives under ULLAS programme targeting women's literacy in rural Rajasthan, focusing on Barmer, Jaisalmer, and Jodhpur divisions**. Rajasthan has one of the lowest female literacy rates in India, significantly below the national average.
What government schemes aim to improve literacy in Rajasthan?
**Rajasthan Saakshar Mission aims to bring the state's literacy rate to 75% by 2027**. Saakshar Bharat, mid-day meals, and free textbook programmes aim to boost school enrolment and retention.
What is India's national literacy rate compared to Rajasthan's 67.06%?
**India's literacy rate reached 80.9%; Rajasthan's literacy rate of 67.06% remains among the lowest alongside Bihar and Madhya Pradesh**. India's literacy rate has reached **80.9%**, making Rajasthan's 67.06% significantly below the national benchmark.
