Bakavand Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bakavand Tehsil has a population of 1.50 Lac (1,49,823) with 74.62 k (74,622) males and 75.20 k (75,201) females.The sex ratio in Bakavand is 1008, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bakavand Tehsil is 22.89 k (22,886) which is 15.28% of Bakavand Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bakavand Tehsil is 994 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Bakavand Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Bastar District in the state of CHHATTISGARH in India.
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Bakavand Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bakavand Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.79 Lac (1,78,542), indicating a 19.17% increased from Bakavand's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 88.79 k, and the estimated female population is 89.76 k.
Bakavand Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bakavand Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.81 Lac (1,80,541), projecting a 20.5% increased from Bakavand's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 89.77 k, and the estimated female population is 90.77 k.
Bakavand Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bakavand Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 1.47 Lac (1,46,784), accounting for 97.97% of the Bakavand Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 73.09 k (73,094), and the Hindu female population is around 73.69 k (73,690).
Bakavand Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Bakavand Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 2.64 k (2,641), accounting for 1.76% of the Bakavand Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 1.30 k (1,303), and the Christian female population is around 1.34 k (1,338).
Bakavand Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,46,784 | 97.97% |
| Christian | 2,641 | 1.76% |
| Muslim | 299 | 0.2% |
| Religion not stated | 44 | 0.03% |
| Buddhist | 24 | 0.02% |
| Sikh | 15 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 13 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 3 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBakavand Urban Population
The Urban population of Bakavand Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Bakavand total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Bakavand Rural Population
The Rural population of Bakavand Tehsil is 1.50 Lac (1,49,823), with 74.62 k (74,622) being males and 75.20 k (75,201) being females, making up 100% of the Bakavand total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1008 females for every 1000 males.
Bakavand Literacy Rate
Bakavand Tehsil has a literacy rate of 52.21% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bakavand Tehsil is 63.95 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bakavand Tehsil is 40.6 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Bakavand Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Bakavand Tehsil, it is around 52.21%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bakavand
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 52.21 | 63.95 | 40.6 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 52.21 | 63.95 | 40.6 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bakavand
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 51.94 | 63.69 | 40.33 |
| Christian | 63.13 | 73.58 | 52.88 |
| Muslim | 79.38 | 89.33 | 65.42 |
| Religion not stated | 50 | 76.92 | 26.67 |
Bakavand Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bakavand Tehsil is 2.65 k (2,652) with 1.29 k (1,294) males and 1.36 k (1,358) females, which is 1.77% of Bakavand Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1050 females for every 1000 males.
Bakavand Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bakavand Tehsil is 95.29 k (95,290) with 47.22 k (47,223) males and 48.07 k (48,067) females, which is 63.6% of Bakavand Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1018 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bakavand
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1008 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 1008 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bakavand
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1009 |
| Christian | 1027 |
| Muslim | 780 |
| Religion not stated | 914 |
Bakavand Area & Households
The Total Area of Bakavand Tehsil is 1,179.98 Square KM, with a population density of 127 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Bakavand Tehsil are 114.The Total Number of households in Bakavand Tehsil are 34.62 k(34,621).
Bakavand Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bakavand Tehsil, there are about 81.60 k (81,599) workers, making up nearly 54.46% of the Bakavand Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 44.77 k (44,767) are male workers, and about 36.83 k (36,832) are female workers.
Bakavand - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.79 Lac (1,78,542) | 19.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.81 Lac (1,80,541) | 20.5% | 1.33 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.82 Lac (1,82,395) | 21.74% | 1.24 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.84 Lac (1,84,144) | 22.91% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.86 Lac (1,85,899) | 24.08% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.88 Lac (1,87,654) | 25.25% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.89 Lac (1,89,403) | 26.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.91 Lac (1,91,059) | 27.52% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.93 Lac (1,92,640) | 28.58% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.94 Lac (1,94,226) | 29.64% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.96 Lac (1,95,807) | 30.69% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.97 Lac (1,97,388) | 31.75% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.99 Lac (1,98,974) | 32.81% | 1.06 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bakavand Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.99 Lac (1,98,974), with a male population of 98.85 k (98,847) and a female population of 1.00 Lac (1,00,132). This reflects a total growth of 32.81% from Bakavand Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.