Bastar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bastar District has a population of 14.13 Lac (14,13,199) with 6.98 Lac (6,98,487) males and 7.15 Lac (7,14,712) females.The sex ratio in Bastar is 1024, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bastar District is 2.17 Lac (2,16,713) which is 15.33% of Bastar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bastar District is 995 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Bastar District is listed as part of CHHATTISGARH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Bastar Population Census 2011
- Bastar 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
Bastar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bastar District current estimated population is projected to be 16.84 Lac (16,84,087), indicating a 19.17% increased from Bastar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.31 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.53 Lac.
Bastar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bastar District estimated population is projected to be 17.03 Lac (17,02,943), projecting a 20.5% increased from Bastar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 8.40 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.63 Lac.
Bastar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bastar District, with a total Hindu population of 12.78 Lac (12,77,975), accounting for 90.43% of the Bastar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.32 Lac (6,31,904), and the Hindu female population is around 6.46 Lac (6,46,071).
Bastar Other religions and persuasions Population
Other religions and persuasions is the second most popular religion in Bastar District, with a total Other religions and persuasions population of 86.93 k (86,925), accounting for 6.15% of the Bastar District population. Out of this, the Other religions and persuasions male population stands at approximately 42.44 k (42,438), and the Other religions and persuasions female population is around 44.49 k (44,487).
Bastar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 12,77,975 | 90.43% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 86,925 | 6.15% |
| Christian | 27,951 | 1.98% |
| Muslim | 12,413 | 0.88% |
| Jain | 3,466 | 0.25% |
| Sikh | 2,099 | 0.15% |
| Religion not stated | 1,385 | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 985 | 0.07% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBastar Urban Population
The Urban population of Bastar District is 1.93 Lac (1,93,494), with 97.84 k (97,835) being males and 95.66 k (95,659) being females, making up 13.69% of the Bastar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 978 females for every 1000 males.
Bastar Rural Population
The Rural population of Bastar District is 12.20 Lac (12,19,705), with 6.01 Lac (6,00,652) being males and 6.19 Lac (6,19,053) being females, making up 86.31% of the Bastar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1031 females for every 1000 males.
Bastar Literacy Rate
Bastar District has a literacy rate of 54.4% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bastar District is 64.82 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bastar District is 44.26 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Bastar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.71%, while in the rural regions of Bastar District, it is around 49.84%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bastar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 54.4 | 64.82 | 44.26 |
| Urban Area | 81.71 | 88.62 | 74.68 |
| Rural Area | 49.84 | 60.75 | 39.32 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bastar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 53.65 | 64.15 | 43.44 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 52.32 | 63.7 | 41.55 |
| Christian | 69.37 | 77.22 | 61.99 |
| Muslim | 88.42 | 92.93 | 83.54 |
Bastar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bastar District is 37.96 k (37,963) with 18.82 k (18,815) males and 19.15 k (19,148) females, which is 2.69% of Bastar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1018 females for every 1000 males.
Bastar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bastar District is 9.32 Lac (9,31,780) with 4.57 Lac (4,56,841) males and 4.75 Lac (4,74,939) females, which is 65.93% of Bastar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1040 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bastar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1024 |
| Urban Area | 978 |
| Rural Area | 1031 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bastar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1023 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1049 |
| Christian | 1061 |
| Muslim | 926 |
Bastar Area & Households
The Total Area of Bastar District is 10,470 Square KM, with a population density of 135 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bastar District are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Bastar District are 1,150.The Total Number of households in Bastar District are 3.12 Lac(3,11,538).
Bastar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bastar District, there are about 7.27 Lac (7,26,531) workers, making up nearly 51.41% of the Bastar District total population. Out of these, around 4.04 Lac (4,04,364) are male workers, and about 3.22 Lac (3,22,167) are female workers.
Bastar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Bastar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,93,206, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 14,13,199 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1911. The growth rate of 36.65% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 20.07%.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.
Bastar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,93,206 to 14,13,199.
- The year 1911 stands out with a growth rate of 36.65%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.93 Lac | -- | -- | 97.67 k | 95.54 k |
| 1911 | 2.64 Lac | 70.81 k | 36.65 | 1.32 Lac | 1.32 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.78 Lac | 13.60 k | 5.15 | 1.40 Lac | 1.38 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.11 Lac | 33.67 k | 12.13 | 1.56 Lac | 1.56 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.69 Lac | 57.72 k | 18.54 | 1.84 Lac | 1.85 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.30 Lac | 61.42 k | 16.64 | 2.19 Lac | 2.11 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.29 Lac | 98.90 k | 22.98 | 2.65 Lac | 2.65 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.70 Lac | 1.41 Lac | 26.55 | 3.35 Lac | 3.34 Lac |
| 1981 | 8.22 Lac | 1.52 Lac | 22.68 | 4.12 Lac | 4.10 Lac |
| 1991 | 10.14 Lac | 1.92 Lac | 23.36 | 5.07 Lac | 5.07 Lac |
| 2001 | 11.98 Lac | 1.84 Lac | 18.18 | 5.96 Lac | 6.02 Lac |
| 2011 | 14.13 Lac | 2.15 Lac | 17.96 | 6.98 Lac | 7.15 Lac |
Bastar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 16.84 Lac (16,84,087) | 19.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 17.03 Lac (17,02,943) | 20.5% | 1.33 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 17.20 Lac (17,20,429) | 21.74% | 1.24 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 17.37 Lac (17,36,927) | 22.91% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 17.53 Lac (17,53,481) | 24.08% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 17.70 Lac (17,70,035) | 25.25% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 17.87 Lac (17,86,534) | 26.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 18.02 Lac (18,02,155) | 27.52% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 18.17 Lac (18,17,065) | 28.58% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 18.32 Lac (18,32,029) | 29.64% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 18.47 Lac (18,46,938) | 30.69% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 18.62 Lac (18,61,847) | 31.75% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 18.77 Lac (18,76,811) | 32.81% | 1.06 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bastar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 18.77 Lac (18,76,811), with a male population of 9.25 Lac (9,25,240) and a female population of 9.52 Lac (9,51,650). This reflects a total growth of 32.81% from Bastar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.