Bhagalpur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bhagalpur District has a population of 30.38 Lac (30,37,766) with 16.16 Lac (16,15,663) males and 14.22 Lac (14,22,103) females.The sex ratio in Bhagalpur is 881, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bhagalpur District is 5.46 Lac (5,46,382) which is 17.99% of Bhagalpur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bhagalpur District is 938 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Bhagalpur District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Bhagalpur Population Census 2011
- Bhagalpur Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- Population Projections Up to 2036
Bhagalpur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bhagalpur District current estimated population is projected to be 37.42 Lac (37,41,524), indicating a 23.17% increased from Bhagalpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 19.82 Lac, and the estimated female population is 17.59 Lac.
Bhagalpur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bhagalpur District estimated population is projected to be 37.95 Lac (37,94,503), projecting a 24.91% increased from Bhagalpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 20.09 Lac, and the estimated female population is 17.85 Lac.
Bhagalpur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bhagalpur District, with a total Hindu population of 24.88 Lac (24,87,866), accounting for 81.9% of the Bhagalpur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 13.28 Lac (13,28,217), and the Hindu female population is around 11.60 Lac (11,59,649).
Bhagalpur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Bhagalpur District, with a total Muslim population of 5.37 Lac (5,37,098), accounting for 17.68% of the Bhagalpur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.81 Lac (2,80,770), and the Muslim female population is around 2.56 Lac (2,56,328).
Bhagalpur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 24,87,866 | 81.9% |
| Muslim | 5,37,098 | 17.68% |
| Religion not stated | 7,569 | 0.25% |
| Christian | 3,556 | 0.12% |
| Jain | 1,050 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 415 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 180 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 32 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBhagalpur Urban Population
The Urban population of Bhagalpur District is 6.03 Lac (6,02,532), with 3.20 Lac (3,20,277) being males and 2.82 Lac (2,82,255) being females, making up 19.83% of the Bhagalpur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 882 females for every 1000 males.
Bhagalpur Rural Population
The Rural population of Bhagalpur District is 24.35 Lac (24,35,234), with 12.95 Lac (12,95,386) being males and 11.40 Lac (11,39,848) being females, making up 80.17% of the Bhagalpur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 880 females for every 1000 males.
Bhagalpur Literacy Rate
Bhagalpur District has a literacy rate of 63.14% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bhagalpur District is 70.3 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bhagalpur District is 54.89 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Bhagalpur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 75.87%, while in the rural regions of Bhagalpur District, it is around 59.84%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bhagalpur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63.14 | 70.3 | 54.89 |
| Urban Area | 75.87 | 80.73 | 70.33 |
| Rural Area | 59.84 | 67.61 | 50.86 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bhagalpur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 64.6 | 72 | 56 |
| Muslim | 56.12 | 62.01 | 49.57 |
| Religion not stated | 65.62 | 73.81 | 56.54 |
| Christian | 68.29 | 71.57 | 65.05 |
Bhagalpur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bhagalpur District is 3.19 Lac (3,18,569) with 1.70 Lac (1,69,667) males and 1.49 Lac (1,48,902) females, which is 10.49% of Bhagalpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 878 females for every 1000 males.
Bhagalpur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bhagalpur District is 67.18 k (67,180) with 35.55 k (35,545) males and 31.64 k (31,635) females, which is 2.21% of Bhagalpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 890 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bhagalpur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 881 |
| Urban Area | 882 |
| Rural Area | 880 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bhagalpur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 874 |
| Muslim | 913 |
| Religion not stated | 889 |
| Christian | 987 |
Bhagalpur Area & Households
The Total Area of Bhagalpur District is 2,569 Square KM, with a population density of 1,182 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bhagalpur District are 10 and the Total Number of Villages in Bhagalpur District are 1,515.The Total Number of households in Bhagalpur District are 5.65 Lac(5,64,711).
Bhagalpur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bhagalpur District, there are about 9.84 Lac (9,83,528) workers, making up nearly 32.38% of the Bhagalpur District total population. Out of these, around 7.40 Lac (7,40,056) are male workers, and about 2.43 Lac (2,43,472) are female workers.
Bhagalpur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Bhagalpur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 5,99,746, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 30,37,766 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 26.87% 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 16.37%.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.
Bhagalpur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 5,99,746 to 30,37,766.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 26.87%.
- 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 | 6.00 Lac | - | - | 2.92 Lac | 3.08 Lac |
| 1911 | 6.10 Lac | 10.18 k | 1.697551964 | 2.99 Lac | 3.11 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.69 Lac | -40.85 k | -6.697850726 | 2.81 Lac | 2.89 Lac |
| 1931 | 6.56 Lac | 86.73 k | 15.24017045 | 3.30 Lac | 3.26 Lac |
| 1941 | 7.49 Lac | 93.66 k | 14.28203287 | 3.81 Lac | 3.69 Lac |
| 1951 | 8.41 Lac | 91.84 k | 12.25460829 | 4.33 Lac | 4.08 Lac |
| 1961 | 10.22 Lac | 1.81 Lac | 21.51563813 | 5.30 Lac | 4.92 Lac |
| 1971 | 12.50 Lac | 2.28 Lac | 22.30530107 | 6.59 Lac | 5.91 Lac |
| 1981 | 15.83 Lac | 3.32 Lac | 26.5843913 | 8.34 Lac | 7.49 Lac |
| 1991 | 19.10 Lac | 3.27 Lac | 20.67372483 | 10.25 Lac | 8.85 Lac |
| 2001 | 24.23 Lac | 5.13 Lac | 26.86983597 | 12.92 Lac | 11.32 Lac |
| 2011 | 30.38 Lac | 6.15 Lac | 25.36320162 | 16.16 Lac | 14.22 Lac |
Bhagalpur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 37.42 Lac (37,41,524) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 37.95 Lac (37,94,503) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 38.46 Lac (38,46,125) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 38.97 Lac (38,96,767) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 39.47 Lac (39,47,408) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 39.98 Lac (39,98,050) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 40.49 Lac (40,48,691) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 40.95 Lac (40,95,177) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 41.39 Lac (41,38,663) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 41.82 Lac (41,82,148) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 42.26 Lac (42,25,633) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 42.69 Lac (42,69,119) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 43.13 Lac (43,12,604) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bhagalpur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 43.13 Lac (43,12,604), with a male population of 22.74 Lac (22,73,598) and a female population of 20.38 Lac (20,38,176). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Bhagalpur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.57%.