Banke Bazar Population in 2025
In 2025, Banke Bazar Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.62 Lac (1,61,915), indicating a 24.91% increased from Banke Bazar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 83.07 k, and the estimated female population is 78.85 k.
Banke Bazar Estimated Population in 2026
In the year 2026, Banke Bazar Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.64 Lac (1,64,118), projecting a 26.61% increased from Banke Bazar's population in the 2011 census. In 2026, the estimated male population is 84.17 k, and the estimated female population is 79.96 k.
Banke Bazar Census 2011: Key Statistics and Insights
As per the 2011 Census, Banke Bazar Tehsil has a population of 1.30 Lac (1,29,624) with 66.80 k (66,796) males and 62.83 k (62,828) females.The sex ratio in Banke Bazar is 941, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Banke Bazar Tehsil is 23.55 k (23,554) which is 18.17% of Banke Bazar Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Banke Bazar Tehsil is 985 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Banke Bazar Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Gaya District in the state of BIHAR in India.
Total Population
Male Population
Female Population
Banke Bazar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Banke Bazar Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 1.15 Lac (1,14,599), accounting for 88.41% of the Banke Bazar Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 59.02 k (59,017), and the Hindu female population is around 55.58 k (55,582).
Banke Bazar Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Banke Bazar Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 14.82 k (14,824), accounting for 11.44% of the Banke Bazar Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 7.67 k (7,674), and the Muslim female population is around 7.15 k (7,150).
Banke Bazar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,14,599 | 88.41% |
| Muslim | 14,824 | 11.44% |
| Religion not stated | 126 | 0.1% |
| Christian | 43 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 12 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 11 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 8 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBanke Bazar Urban Population
The Urban population of Banke Bazar Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Banke Bazar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Banke Bazar Rural Population
The Rural population of Banke Bazar Tehsil is 1.30 Lac (1,29,624), with 66.80 k (66,796) being males and 62.83 k (62,828) being females, making up 100% of the Banke Bazar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 941 females for every 1000 males.
Banke Bazar Literacy Rate
Banke Bazar Tehsil has a literacy rate of 60.87% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Banke Bazar Tehsil is 70.88 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Banke Bazar Tehsil is 50.13 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Banke Bazar Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Banke Bazar Tehsil, it is around 60.87%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Banke Bazar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60.87 | 70.88 | 50.13 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 60.87 | 70.88 | 50.13 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Banke Bazar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 59.01 | 69.42 | 47.84 |
| Muslim | 74.5 | 81.4 | 67 |
| Religion not stated | 77.11 | 85.71 | 64.71 |
| Christian | 70.97 | 92.86 | 52.94 |
Banke Bazar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Banke Bazar Tehsil is 51.05 k (51,049) with 26.10 k (26,100) males and 24.95 k (24,949) females, which is 39.38% of Banke Bazar Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 956 females for every 1000 males.
Banke Bazar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Banke Bazar Tehsil is 328 (328) with 177 (177) males and 151 (151) females, which is 0.25% of Banke Bazar Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 854 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Banke Bazar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 941 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 941 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Banke Bazar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 942 |
| Muslim | 932 |
| Religion not stated | 727 |
| Christian | 1264 |
Banke Bazar Area & Households
The Total Area of Banke Bazar Tehsil is 179.52 Square KM, with a population density of 722 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Banke Bazar Tehsil are 99.The Total Number of households in Banke Bazar Tehsil are 21.41 k(21,410).
Banke Bazar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Banke Bazar Tehsil, there are about 45.67 k (45,668) workers, making up nearly 35.23% of the Banke Bazar Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 30.96 k (30,961) are male workers, and about 14.71 k (14,707) are female workers.
Banke Bazar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1.62 Lac (1,61,915) | 24.91% | ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.64 Lac (1,64,118) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.66 Lac (1,66,279) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.68 Lac (1,68,440) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.71 Lac (1,70,601) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.73 Lac (1,72,761) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.75 Lac (1,74,745) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.77 Lac (1,76,601) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.78 Lac (1,78,456) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.80 Lac (1,80,312) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.82 Lac (1,82,167) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.84 Lac (1,84,023) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Banke Bazar Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.84 Lac (1,84,023), with a male population of 94.00 k (93,997) and a female population of 90.05 k (90,046). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Banke Bazar Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.55%.