Bharuch Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bharuch District has a population of 15.51 Lac (15,51,019) with 8.06 Lac (8,05,707) males and 7.45 Lac (7,45,312) females.The sex ratio in Bharuch is 926, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bharuch District is 1.79 Lac (1,79,103) which is 11.55% of Bharuch District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bharuch District is 921 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Bharuch District is listed as part of GUJARAT State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Bharuch Population Census 2011
- Bharuch 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
Bharuch Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bharuch District current estimated population is projected to be 18.53 Lac (18,53,085), indicating a 19.48% increased from Bharuch's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 9.70 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.83 Lac.
Bharuch Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bharuch District estimated population is projected to be 18.75 Lac (18,74,956), projecting a 20.89% increased from Bharuch's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 9.82 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.93 Lac.
Bharuch Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bharuch District, with a total Hindu population of 11.88 Lac (11,88,204), accounting for 76.61% of the Bharuch District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.20 Lac (6,19,776), and the Hindu female population is around 5.68 Lac (5,68,428).
Bharuch Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Bharuch District, with a total Muslim population of 3.44 Lac (3,43,511), accounting for 22.15% of the Bharuch District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.76 Lac (1,75,828), and the Muslim female population is around 1.68 Lac (1,67,683).
Bharuch Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 11,88,204 | 76.61% |
| Muslim | 3,43,511 | 22.15% |
| Christian | 9,494 | 0.61% |
| Jain | 4,813 | 0.31% |
| Religion not stated | 2,480 | 0.16% |
| Sikh | 1,733 | 0.11% |
| Buddhist | 442 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 342 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBharuch Urban Population
The Urban population of Bharuch District is 5.25 Lac (5,24,959), with 2.76 Lac (2,76,314) being males and 2.49 Lac (2,48,645) being females, making up 33.85% of the Bharuch total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 900 females for every 1000 males.
Bharuch Rural Population
The Rural population of Bharuch District is 10.26 Lac (10,26,060), with 5.29 Lac (5,29,393) being males and 4.97 Lac (4,96,667) being females, making up 66.15% of the Bharuch total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 939 females for every 1000 males.
Bharuch Literacy Rate
Bharuch District has a literacy rate of 81.51% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bharuch District is 87.45 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bharuch District is 75.09 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Bharuch District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.33%, while in the rural regions of Bharuch District, it is around 77.99%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bharuch
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81.51 | 87.45 | 75.09 |
| Urban Area | 88.33 | 92.02 | 84.24 |
| Rural Area | 77.99 | 85.05 | 70.47 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bharuch
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 78.8 | 85.46 | 71.54 |
| Muslim | 90.52 | 94.28 | 86.58 |
| Christian | 90.52 | 93.68 | 87.27 |
| Jain | 96.12 | 96.92 | 95.3 |
Bharuch Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bharuch District is 62.24 k (62,235) with 31.98 k (31,979) males and 30.26 k (30,256) females, which is 4.01% of Bharuch District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 947 females for every 1000 males.
Bharuch Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bharuch District is 4.88 Lac (4,88,194) with 2.50 Lac (2,50,398) males and 2.38 Lac (2,37,796) females, which is 31.48% of Bharuch District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 950 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bharuch
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 926 |
| Urban Area | 900 |
| Rural Area | 939 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bharuch
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 918 |
| Muslim | 954 |
| Christian | 966 |
| Jain | 960 |
Bharuch Area & Households
The Total Area of Bharuch District is 6,509 Square KM, with a population density of 238 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bharuch District are 21 and the Total Number of Villages in Bharuch District are 653.The Total Number of households in Bharuch District are 3.33 Lac(3,33,483).
Bharuch Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bharuch District, there are about 6.27 Lac (6,27,124) workers, making up nearly 40.43% of the Bharuch District total population. Out of these, around 4.69 Lac (4,68,919) are male workers, and about 1.58 Lac (1,58,205) are female workers.
Bharuch - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Bharuch district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,21,528, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 15,51,019 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 22.93% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 15.53%.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.
Bharuch District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,21,528 to 15,51,019.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 22.93%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 3.22 Lac | ----- | ----- | 1.64 Lac | 1.57 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.68 Lac | 46.94 k | 14.59841756 | 1.90 Lac | 1.79 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.74 Lac | 5.64 k | 1.529313424 | 1.93 Lac | 1.82 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.24 Lac | 49.88 k | 13.33303038 | 2.21 Lac | 2.03 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.06 Lac | 82.28 k | 19.40751922 | 2.62 Lac | 2.44 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.59 Lac | 52.67 k | 10.40287281 | 2.87 Lac | 2.72 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.84 Lac | 1.25 Lac | 22.40638363 | 3.52 Lac | 3.32 Lac |
| 1971 | 8.41 Lac | 1.57 Lac | 22.93039993 | 4.33 Lac | 4.09 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.70 Lac | 1.29 Lac | 15.35275038 | 5.01 Lac | 4.70 Lac |
| 1991 | 11.48 Lac | 1.78 Lac | 18.3555081 | 5.97 Lac | 5.52 Lac |
| 2001 | 13.71 Lac | 2.22 Lac | 19.36891902 | 7.14 Lac | 6.57 Lac |
| 2011 | 15.51 Lac | 1.80 Lac | 13.15888159 | 8.06 Lac | 7.45 Lac |
Bharuch - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18.53 Lac (18,53,085) | 19.48% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 18.75 Lac (18,74,956) | 20.89% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 18.95 Lac (18,95,478) | 22.21% | 1.32 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 19.15 Lac (19,15,035) | 23.47% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 19.35 Lac (19,34,591) | 24.73% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 19.54 Lac (19,54,147) | 25.99% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 19.74 Lac (19,73,703) | 27.25% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 19.92 Lac (19,91,886) | 28.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 20.09 Lac (20,09,103) | 29.53% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 20.26 Lac (20,26,319) | 30.64% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 20.44 Lac (20,43,536) | 31.75% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 20.61 Lac (20,60,753) | 32.86% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 20.78 Lac (20,77,969) | 33.97% | 1.11 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bharuch District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 20.78 Lac (20,77,969), with a male population of 10.90 Lac (10,90,031) and a female population of 9.88 Lac (9,87,862). This reflects a total growth of 33.97% from Bharuch District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.21%.