Bilaspur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bilaspur District has a population of 26.64 Lac (26,63,629) with 13.52 Lac (13,51,574) males and 13.12 Lac (13,12,055) females.The sex ratio in Bilaspur is 971, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bilaspur District is 4.08 Lac (4,07,835) which is 15.31% of Bilaspur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bilaspur District is 961 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Bilaspur District is listed as part of CHHATTISGARH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Bilaspur Population Census 2011
- Bilaspur 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
Bilaspur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bilaspur District current estimated population is projected to be 31.74 Lac (31,74,205), indicating a 19.17% increased from Bilaspur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 16.08 Lac, and the estimated female population is 15.66 Lac.
Bilaspur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bilaspur District estimated population is projected to be 32.10 Lac (32,09,745), projecting a 20.5% increased from Bilaspur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 16.26 Lac, and the estimated female population is 15.84 Lac.
Bilaspur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bilaspur District, with a total Hindu population of 25.41 Lac (25,40,763), accounting for 95.39% of the Bilaspur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 12.90 Lac (12,89,900), and the Hindu female population is around 12.51 Lac (12,50,863).
Bilaspur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Bilaspur District, with a total Muslim population of 57.97 k (57,973), accounting for 2.18% of the Bilaspur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 29.59 k (29,589), and the Muslim female population is around 28.38 k (28,384).
Bilaspur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 25,40,763 | 95.39% |
| Muslim | 57,973 | 2.18% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 29,122 | 1.09% |
| Christian | 20,745 | 0.78% |
| Sikh | 6,373 | 0.24% |
| Religion not stated | 3,317 | 0.12% |
| Buddhist | 2,979 | 0.11% |
| Jain | 2,357 | 0.09% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBilaspur Urban Population
The Urban population of Bilaspur District is 6.80 Lac (6,79,870), with 3.49 Lac (3,49,054) being males and 3.31 Lac (3,30,816) being females, making up 25.52% of the Bilaspur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 948 females for every 1000 males.
Bilaspur Rural Population
The Rural population of Bilaspur District is 19.84 Lac (19,83,759), with 10.03 Lac (10,02,520) being males and 9.81 Lac (9,81,239) being females, making up 74.48% of the Bilaspur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 979 females for every 1000 males.
Bilaspur Literacy Rate
Bilaspur District has a literacy rate of 70.78% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bilaspur District is 81.54 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bilaspur District is 59.71 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Bilaspur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 84.29%, while in the rural regions of Bilaspur District, it is around 65.94%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bilaspur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70.78 | 81.54 | 59.71 |
| Urban Area | 84.29 | 90.69 | 77.56 |
| Rural Area | 65.94 | 78.22 | 53.41 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bilaspur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 70.17 | 81.17 | 58.85 |
| Muslim | 86.1 | 91.03 | 80.96 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 64.4 | 77.98 | 51.02 |
| Christian | 93.34 | 95.11 | 91.71 |
Bilaspur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bilaspur District is 5.53 Lac (5,52,992) with 2.81 Lac (2,81,221) males and 2.72 Lac (2,71,771) females, which is 20.76% of Bilaspur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 967 females for every 1000 males.
Bilaspur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bilaspur District is 4.98 Lac (4,98,469) with 2.48 Lac (2,48,172) males and 2.50 Lac (2,50,297) females, which is 18.71% of Bilaspur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1009 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bilaspur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 971 |
| Urban Area | 948 |
| Rural Area | 979 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bilaspur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 970 |
| Muslim | 960 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1021 |
| Christian | 1066 |
Bilaspur Area & Households
The Total Area of Bilaspur District is 8,272 Square KM, with a population density of 322 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bilaspur District are 20 and the Total Number of Villages in Bilaspur District are 1,599.The Total Number of households in Bilaspur District are 6.01 Lac(6,00,822).
Bilaspur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bilaspur District, there are about 12.03 Lac (12,03,197) workers, making up nearly 45.17% of the Bilaspur District total population. Out of these, around 7.15 Lac (7,15,467) are male workers, and about 4.88 Lac (4,87,730) are female workers.
Bilaspur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Bilaspur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,05,025, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 26,63,629 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2011. The growth rate of 33.29% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 18.92%.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.
Bilaspur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,05,025 to 26,63,629.
- The year 2011 stands out with a growth rate of 33.29%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 4.05 Lac | -- | -- | 1.97 Lac | 2.08 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.12 Lac | 1.07 Lac | 26.38 | 2.50 Lac | 2.62 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.51 Lac | 39.45 k | 7.71 | 2.70 Lac | 2.82 Lac |
| 1931 | 6.28 Lac | 76.49 k | 13.87 | 3.07 Lac | 3.21 Lac |
| 1941 | 7.07 Lac | 79.00 k | 12.58 | 3.47 Lac | 3.59 Lac |
| 1951 | 7.66 Lac | 58.87 k | 8.33 | 3.75 Lac | 3.90 Lac |
| 1961 | 9.14 Lac | 1.49 Lac | 19.43 | 4.52 Lac | 4.62 Lac |
| 1971 | 11.57 Lac | 2.42 Lac | 26.5 | 5.80 Lac | 5.77 Lac |
| 1981 | 13.67 Lac | 2.10 Lac | 18.16 | 6.87 Lac | 6.80 Lac |
| 1991 | 16.95 Lac | 3.28 Lac | 24 | 8.59 Lac | 8.36 Lac |
| 2001 | 19.98 Lac | 3.03 Lac | 17.91 | 10.14 Lac | 9.84 Lac |
| 2011 | 26.64 Lac | 6.65 Lac | 33.29 | 13.52 Lac | 13.12 Lac |
Bilaspur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 31.74 Lac (31,74,205) | 19.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 32.10 Lac (32,09,745) | 20.5% | 1.33 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 32.43 Lac (32,42,702) | 21.74% | 1.24 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 32.74 Lac (32,73,799) | 22.91% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 33.05 Lac (33,05,000) | 24.08% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 33.36 Lac (33,36,200) | 25.25% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 33.67 Lac (33,67,298) | 26.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 33.97 Lac (33,96,742) | 27.52% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 34.25 Lac (34,24,843) | 28.58% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 34.53 Lac (34,53,048) | 29.64% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 34.81 Lac (34,81,149) | 30.69% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 35.09 Lac (35,09,251) | 31.75% | 1.06 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 35.37 Lac (35,37,455) | 32.81% | 1.06 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bilaspur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 35.37 Lac (35,37,455), with a male population of 17.90 Lac (17,90,340) and a female population of 17.47 Lac (17,47,021). This reflects a total growth of 32.81% from Bilaspur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.