Banka Population
As per the 2011 Census, Banka District has a population of 20.35 Lac (20,34,763) with 10.67 Lac (10,67,140) males and 9.68 Lac (9,67,623) females.The sex ratio in Banka is 907, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Banka District is 3.75 Lac (3,75,282) which is 18.44% of Banka District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Banka District is 943 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Banka District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
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Banka Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Banka District current estimated population is projected to be 25.06 Lac (25,06,156), indicating a 23.17% increased from Banka's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 13.09 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.97 Lac.
Banka Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Banka District estimated population is projected to be 25.42 Lac (25,41,642), projecting a 24.91% increased from Banka's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 13.27 Lac, and the estimated female population is 12.14 Lac.
Banka Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Banka District, with a total Hindu population of 17.73 Lac (17,72,655), accounting for 87.12% of the Banka District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 9.32 Lac (9,31,659), and the Hindu female population is around 8.41 Lac (8,40,996).
Banka Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Banka District, with a total Muslim population of 2.51 Lac (2,50,925), accounting for 12.33% of the Banka District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.30 Lac (1,29,692), and the Muslim female population is around 1.21 Lac (1,21,233).
Banka Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 17,72,655 | 87.12% |
| Muslim | 2,50,925 | 12.33% |
| Christian | 6,138 | 0.3% |
| Religion not stated | 3,664 | 0.18% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,035 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 139 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 113 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 94 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBanka Urban Population
The Urban population of Banka District is 71.31 k (71,313), with 38.04 k (38,043) being males and 33.27 k (33,270) being females, making up 3.5% of the Banka total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 875 females for every 1000 males.
Banka Rural Population
The Rural population of Banka District is 19.63 Lac (19,63,450), with 10.29 Lac (10,29,097) being males and 9.34 Lac (9,34,353) being females, making up 96.5% of the Banka total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 908 females for every 1000 males.
Banka Literacy Rate
Banka District has a literacy rate of 58.17% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Banka District is 67.62 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Banka District is 47.66 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Banka District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 72.61%, while in the rural regions of Banka District, it is around 57.63%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Banka
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 58.17 | 67.62 | 47.66 |
| Urban Area | 72.61 | 78.3 | 66.06 |
| Rural Area | 57.63 | 67.21 | 46.98 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Banka
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 59.24 | 68.68 | 48.69 |
| Muslim | 50.45 | 59.86 | 40.26 |
| Christian | 57.61 | 66.29 | 48.87 |
| Religion not stated | 57.63 | 66.48 | 46.58 |
Banka Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Banka District is 2.48 Lac (2,47,858) with 1.30 Lac (1,29,663) males and 1.18 Lac (1,18,195) females, which is 12.18% of Banka District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 912 females for every 1000 males.
Banka Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Banka District is 90.43 k (90,432) with 45.90 k (45,901) males and 44.53 k (44,531) females, which is 4.44% of Banka District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 971 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Banka
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 907 |
| Urban Area | 875 |
| Rural Area | 908 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Banka
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 903 |
| Muslim | 935 |
| Christian | 989 |
| Religion not stated | 820 |
Banka Area & Households
The Total Area of Banka District is 3,020 Square KM, with a population density of 674 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Banka District are 2 and the Total Number of Villages in Banka District are 2,111.The Total Number of households in Banka District are 3.82 Lac(3,81,601).
Banka Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Banka District, there are about 7.71 Lac (7,71,080) workers, making up nearly 37.9% of the Banka District total population. Out of these, around 5.18 Lac (5,17,817) are male workers, and about 2.53 Lac (2,53,263) are female workers.
Banka - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Banka district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,18,997, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 20,34,763 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2011. The growth rate of 26.48% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 15.91%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Banka District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,18,997 to 20,34,763.
- The year 2011 stands out with a growth rate of 26.48%.
- The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 4.19 Lac | - | - | 2.04 Lac | 2.15 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.26 Lac | 7.11 k | 1.69762552 | 2.09 Lac | 2.17 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.98 Lac | -28.54 k | -6.697801037 | 1.96 Lac | 2.02 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.58 Lac | 60.59 k | 15.24033504 | 2.31 Lac | 2.28 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.24 Lac | 65.44 k | 14.28209734 | 2.66 Lac | 2.57 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.88 Lac | 64.16 k | 12.25448628 | 2.96 Lac | 2.92 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.89 Lac | 1.01 Lac | 17.193072 | 3.47 Lac | 3.42 Lac |
| 1971 | 8.41 Lac | 1.52 Lac | 22.05747851 | 4.33 Lac | 4.07 Lac |
| 1981 | 10.39 Lac | 1.98 Lac | 23.54150882 | 5.38 Lac | 5.01 Lac |
| 1991 | 12.93 Lac | 2.54 Lac | 24.43788908 | 6.83 Lac | 6.10 Lac |
| 2001 | 16.09 Lac | 3.16 Lac | 24.4694794 | 8.43 Lac | 7.65 Lac |
| 2011 | 20.35 Lac | 4.26 Lac | 26.47918631 | 10.67 Lac | 9.68 Lac |
Banka - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 25.06 Lac (25,06,156) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 25.42 Lac (25,41,642) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 25.76 Lac (25,76,220) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 26.10 Lac (26,10,141) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 26.44 Lac (26,44,062) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 26.78 Lac (26,77,982) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 27.12 Lac (27,11,903) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 27.43 Lac (27,43,041) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 27.72 Lac (27,72,168) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 28.01 Lac (28,01,296) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 28.30 Lac (28,30,423) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 28.60 Lac (28,59,550) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 28.89 Lac (28,88,678) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Banka District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 28.89 Lac (28,88,678), with a male population of 15.02 Lac (15,01,704) and a female population of 13.87 Lac (13,86,810). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Banka District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.68%.