Buxar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Buxar District has a population of 17.06 Lac (17,06,352) with 8.88 Lac (8,87,977) males and 8.18 Lac (8,18,375) females.The sex ratio in Buxar is 922, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Buxar District is 2.95 Lac (2,95,127) which is 17.3% of Buxar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Buxar District is 934 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Buxar District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
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Buxar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Buxar District current estimated population is projected to be 21.02 Lac (21,01,662), indicating a 23.17% increased from Buxar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 10.89 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.12 Lac.
Buxar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Buxar District estimated population is projected to be 21.31 Lac (21,31,421), projecting a 24.91% increased from Buxar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 11.04 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.27 Lac.
Buxar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Buxar District, with a total Hindu population of 15.91 Lac (15,91,454), accounting for 93.27% of the Buxar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.29 Lac (8,28,625), and the Hindu female population is around 7.63 Lac (7,62,829).
Buxar Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Buxar District, with a total Muslim population of 1.05 Lac (1,05,423), accounting for 6.18% of the Buxar District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 54.42 k (54,417), and the Muslim female population is around 51.01 k (51,006).
Buxar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 15,91,454 | 93.27% |
| Muslim | 1,05,423 | 6.18% |
| Buddhist | 5,090 | 0.3% |
| Christian | 2,125 | 0.12% |
| Religion not stated | 1,858 | 0.11% |
| Sikh | 248 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 97 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 57 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBuxar Urban Population
The Urban population of Buxar District is 1.64 Lac (1,64,499), with 86.89 k (86,891) being males and 77.61 k (77,608) being females, making up 9.64% of the Buxar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 894 females for every 1000 males.
Buxar Rural Population
The Rural population of Buxar District is 15.42 Lac (15,41,853), with 8.01 Lac (8,01,086) being males and 7.41 Lac (7,40,767) being females, making up 90.36% of the Buxar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 925 females for every 1000 males.
Buxar Literacy Rate
Buxar District has a literacy rate of 70.14% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Buxar District is 80.72 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Buxar District is 58.63 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Buxar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 79.38%, while in the rural regions of Buxar District, it is around 69.11%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Buxar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70.14 | 80.72 | 58.63 |
| Urban Area | 79.38 | 85.34 | 72.7 |
| Rural Area | 69.11 | 80.2 | 57.1 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Buxar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 70.03 | 80.74 | 58.37 |
| Muslim | 71.18 | 79.9 | 61.79 |
| Buddhist | 77.64 | 87.22 | 67.42 |
| Christian | 76.88 | 86.68 | 66.55 |
Buxar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Buxar District is 2.52 Lac (2,51,737) with 1.32 Lac (1,31,821) males and 1.20 Lac (1,19,916) females, which is 14.75% of Buxar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 910 females for every 1000 males.
Buxar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Buxar District is 26.82 k (26,824) with 14.10 k (14,102) males and 12.72 k (12,722) females, which is 1.57% of Buxar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 903 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Buxar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 922 |
| Urban Area | 894 |
| Rural Area | 925 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Buxar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 921 |
| Muslim | 938 |
| Buddhist | 928 |
| Christian | 975 |
Buxar Area & Households
The Total Area of Buxar District is 1,703 Square KM, with a population density of 1,002 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Buxar District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Buxar District are 1,133.The Total Number of households in Buxar District are 2.62 Lac(2,61,660).
Buxar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Buxar District, there are about 5.38 Lac (5,38,322) workers, making up nearly 31.55% of the Buxar District total population. Out of these, around 4.02 Lac (4,02,180) are male workers, and about 1.36 Lac (1,36,142) are female workers.
Buxar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Buxar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,91,371, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 17,06,352 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 28.94% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1911 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 14.77%.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.
Buxar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,91,371 to 17,06,352.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 28.94%.
- The year 1911 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 3.91 Lac | - | - | 1.87 Lac | 2.05 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.72 Lac | -19.41 k | -4.958977543 | 1.80 Lac | 1.92 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.62 Lac | -9.73 k | -2.616389265 | 1.79 Lac | 1.84 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.98 Lac | 35.79 k | 9.88071148 | 1.99 Lac | 1.99 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.65 Lac | 66.90 k | 16.80736241 | 2.35 Lac | 2.30 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.37 Lac | 71.84 k | 15.45107857 | 2.71 Lac | 2.66 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.36 Lac | 99.23 k | 18.48779888 | 3.19 Lac | 3.17 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.65 Lac | 1.29 Lac | 20.30006855 | 3.92 Lac | 3.73 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.17 Lac | 1.52 Lac | 19.83965369 | 4.75 Lac | 4.41 Lac |
| 1991 | 10.88 Lac | 1.71 Lac | 18.62717939 | 5.77 Lac | 5.10 Lac |
| 2001 | 14.02 Lac | 3.15 Lac | 28.93508729 | 7.38 Lac | 6.64 Lac |
| 2011 | 17.06 Lac | 3.04 Lac | 21.67404927 | 8.88 Lac | 8.18 Lac |
Buxar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 21.02 Lac (21,01,662) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 21.31 Lac (21,31,421) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 21.60 Lac (21,60,418) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 21.89 Lac (21,88,864) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 22.17 Lac (22,17,310) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 22.46 Lac (22,45,756) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 22.74 Lac (22,74,202) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 23.00 Lac (23,00,314) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 23.25 Lac (23,24,740) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 23.49 Lac (23,49,166) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 23.74 Lac (23,73,592) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 23.98 Lac (23,98,019) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 24.22 Lac (24,22,445) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Buxar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 24.22 Lac (24,22,445), with a male population of 12.50 Lac (12,49,582) and a female population of 11.73 Lac (11,72,906). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Buxar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.57%.