Bijapur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bijapur District has a population of 2.55 Lac (2,55,230) with 1.29 Lac (1,28,663) males and 1.27 Lac (1,26,567) females.The sex ratio in Bijapur is 984, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bijapur District is 42.50 k (42,495) which is 16.65% of Bijapur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bijapur District is 978 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Bijapur District is listed as part of CHHATTISGARH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Bijapur Population Census 2011
- Bijapur 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
Bijapur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bijapur District current estimated population is projected to be 3.04 Lac (3,04,154), indicating a 19.17% increased from Bijapur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.53 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.51 Lac.
Bijapur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bijapur District estimated population is projected to be 3.08 Lac (3,07,559), projecting a 20.5% increased from Bijapur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.55 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.53 Lac.
Bijapur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bijapur District, with a total Hindu population of 2.45 Lac (2,45,151), accounting for 96.05% of the Bijapur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.23 Lac (1,23,322), and the Hindu female population is around 1.22 Lac (1,21,829).
Bijapur Other religions and persuasions Population
Other religions and persuasions is the second most popular religion in Bijapur District, with a total Other religions and persuasions population of 3.79 k (3,793), accounting for 1.49% of the Bijapur District population. Out of this, the Other religions and persuasions male population stands at approximately 2.01 k (2,005), and the Other religions and persuasions female population is around 1.79 k (1,788).
Bijapur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 2,45,151 | 96.05% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 3,793 | 1.49% |
| Christian | 2,709 | 1.06% |
| Buddhist | 1,649 | 0.65% |
| Muslim | 1,617 | 0.63% |
| Religion not stated | 228 | 0.09% |
| Sikh | 68 | 0.03% |
| Jain | 15 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBijapur Urban Population
The Urban population of Bijapur District is 29.60 k (29,600), with 15.32 k (15,319) being males and 14.28 k (14,281) being females, making up 11.6% of the Bijapur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 933 females for every 1000 males.
Bijapur Rural Population
The Rural population of Bijapur District is 2.26 Lac (2,25,630), with 1.13 Lac (1,13,344) being males and 1.12 Lac (1,12,286) being females, making up 88.4% of the Bijapur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 991 females for every 1000 males.
Bijapur Literacy Rate
Bijapur District has a literacy rate of 40.86% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bijapur District is 50.46 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bijapur District is 31.11 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Bijapur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 74.2%, while in the rural regions of Bijapur District, it is around 36.33%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bijapur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 40.86 | 50.46 | 31.11 |
| Urban Area | 74.2 | 83.24 | 64.54 |
| Rural Area | 36.33 | 45.87 | 26.71 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bijapur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 39.69 | 49.2 | 30.08 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 54.18 | 67.79 | 39.44 |
| Christian | 77.76 | 85.02 | 69.6 |
| Buddhist | 71.69 | 82.73 | 60.64 |
Bijapur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bijapur District is 10.12 k (10,122) with 5.15 k (5,145) males and 4.98 k (4,977) females, which is 3.97% of Bijapur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 968 females for every 1000 males.
Bijapur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bijapur District is 2.04 Lac (2,04,189) with 1.02 Lac (1,01,519) males and 1.03 Lac (1,02,670) females, which is 80% of Bijapur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1012 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bijapur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 |
| Urban Area | 933 |
| Rural Area | 991 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bijapur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 988 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 892 |
| Christian | 888 |
| Buddhist | 1021 |
Bijapur Area & Households
The Total Area of Bijapur District is 8,530 Square KM, with a population density of 30 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bijapur District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Bijapur District are 694.The Total Number of households in Bijapur District are 54.76 k(54,757).
Bijapur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bijapur District, there are about 1.35 Lac (1,34,525) workers, making up nearly 52.71% of the Bijapur District total population. Out of these, around 71.59 k (71,591) are male workers, and about 62.93 k (62,934) are female workers.
Bijapur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Bijapur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 31,934, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 2,55,230 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 21.19%.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.
Bijapur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 31,934 to 2,55,230.
- 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 | 31.93 k | -- | -- | 16.14 k | 15.79 k |
| 1911 | 43.64 k | 11.70 k | 36.65059185 | 21.89 k | 21.75 k |
| 1921 | 45.89 k | 2.25 k | 5.149181906 | 23.07 k | 22.81 k |
| 1931 | 51.45 k | 5.57 k | 12.13032581 | 25.72 k | 25.73 k |
| 1941 | 60.99 k | 9.54 k | 18.54191367 | 30.41 k | 30.58 k |
| 1951 | 71.14 k | 10.15 k | 16.64507878 | 37.57 k | 33.57 k |
| 1961 | 91.72 k | 20.57 k | 28.91921904 | 45.67 k | 46.04 k |
| 1971 | 1.15 Lac | 23.39 k | 25.50236052 | 57.45 k | 57.66 k |
| 1981 | 1.49 Lac | 33.78 k | 29.3474767 | 74.61 k | 74.27 k |
| 1991 | 1.97 Lac | 47.80 k | 32.1019827 | 98.72 k | 97.96 k |
| 2001 | 2.35 Lac | 37.95 k | 19.29643489 | 1.18 Lac | 1.17 Lac |
| 2011 | 2.55 Lac | 20.59 k | 8.77653567 | 1.29 Lac | 1.27 Lac |
Bijapur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3.04 Lac (3,04,154) | 19.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 3.08 Lac (3,07,559) | 20.5% | 1.33 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 3.11 Lac (3,10,717) | 21.74% | 1.24 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 3.14 Lac (3,13,697) | 22.91% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 3.17 Lac (3,16,687) | 24.08% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 3.20 Lac (3,19,677) | 25.25% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 3.23 Lac (3,22,656) | 26.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 3.25 Lac (3,25,478) | 27.52% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 3.28 Lac (3,28,170) | 28.58% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 3.31 Lac (3,30,873) | 29.64% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 3.34 Lac (3,33,566) | 30.69% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 3.36 Lac (3,36,258) | 31.75% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 3.39 Lac (3,38,961) | 32.81% | 1.06 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bijapur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 3.39 Lac (3,38,961), with a male population of 1.70 Lac (1,70,432) and a female population of 1.69 Lac (1,68,526). This reflects a total growth of 32.81% from Bijapur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.