Bangalore Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bangalore District has a population of 96.22 Lac (96,21,551) with 50.23 Lac (50,22,661) males and 45.99 Lac (45,98,890) females.The sex ratio in Bangalore is 916, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bangalore District is 10.53 Lac (10,52,837) which is 10.94% of Bangalore District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bangalore District is 944 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Bangalore District is listed as part of KARNATAKA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Bangalore Population Census 2011
- Bangalore 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
Bangalore Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bangalore District current estimated population is projected to be 1.07 Cr (1,07,01,884), indicating a 11.23% increased from Bangalore's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 55.92 Lac, and the estimated female population is 51.11 Lac.
Bangalore Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bangalore District estimated population is projected to be 1.08 Cr (1,07,68,104), projecting a 11.92% increased from Bangalore's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 56.26 Lac, and the estimated female population is 51.42 Lac.
Bangalore Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bangalore District, with a total Hindu population of 77.25 Lac (77,25,070), accounting for 80.29% of the Bangalore District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 40.51 Lac (40,51,032), and the Hindu female population is around 36.74 Lac (36,74,038).
Bangalore Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Bangalore District, with a total Muslim population of 12.48 Lac (12,48,294), accounting for 12.97% of the Bangalore District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 6.48 Lac (6,48,328), and the Muslim female population is around 6.00 Lac (5,99,966).
Bangalore Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 77,25,070 | 80.29% |
| Muslim | 12,48,294 | 12.97% |
| Christian | 5,04,863 | 5.25% |
| Jain | 83,090 | 0.86% |
| Religion not stated | 40,951 | 0.43% |
| Sikh | 13,254 | 0.14% |
| Buddhist | 5,531 | 0.06% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 498 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBangalore Urban Population
The Urban population of Bangalore District is 87.50 Lac (87,49,944), with 45.58 Lac (45,58,405) being males and 41.92 Lac (41,91,539) being females, making up 90.94% of the Bangalore total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 920 females for every 1000 males.
Bangalore Rural Population
The Rural population of Bangalore District is 8.72 Lac (8,71,607), with 4.64 Lac (4,64,256) being males and 4.07 Lac (4,07,351) being females, making up 9.06% of the Bangalore total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 878 females for every 1000 males.
Bangalore Literacy Rate
Bangalore District has a literacy rate of 87.67% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bangalore District is 91.01 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bangalore District is 84.01 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Bangalore District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.61%, while in the rural regions of Bangalore District, it is around 78.21%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bangalore
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87.67 | 91.01 | 84.01 |
| Urban Area | 88.61 | 91.66 | 85.27 |
| Rural Area | 78.21 | 84.54 | 70.92 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bangalore
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 87.69 | 91.43 | 83.56 |
| Muslim | 84.98 | 86.52 | 83.3 |
| Christian | 92.43 | 94.32 | 90.58 |
| Jain | 95.54 | 97.4 | 93.6 |
Bangalore Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bangalore District is 11.98 Lac (11,98,385) with 6.08 Lac (6,07,725) males and 5.91 Lac (5,90,660) females, which is 12.46% of Bangalore District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 972 females for every 1000 males.
Bangalore Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bangalore District is 1.90 Lac (1,90,239) with 99.16 k (99,164) males and 91.08 k (91,075) females, which is 1.98% of Bangalore District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 919 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bangalore
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 |
| Urban Area | 920 |
| Rural Area | 878 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bangalore
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 907 |
| Muslim | 926 |
| Christian | 1017 |
| Jain | 961 |
Bangalore Area & Households
The Total Area of Bangalore District is 2,196 Square KM, with a population density of 4,381 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bangalore District are 16 and the Total Number of Villages in Bangalore District are 588.The Total Number of households in Bangalore District are 23.94 Lac(23,93,845).
Bangalore Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bangalore District, there are about 42.47 Lac (42,46,927) workers, making up nearly 44.14% of the Bangalore District total population. Out of these, around 31.15 Lac (31,15,361) are male workers, and about 11.32 Lac (11,31,566) are female workers.
Bangalore - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Bangalore district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,94,794, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 96,21,551 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1951. The growth rate of 69.77% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 34.94%.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.
Bangalore District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,94,794 to 96,21,551.
- The year 1951 stands out with a growth rate of 69.77%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 3.95 Lac | ---- | ---- | 1.99 Lac | 1.96 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.28 Lac | 33.43 k | 8.468720396 | 2.19 Lac | 2.10 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.81 Lac | 52.45 k | 12.24744762 | 2.49 Lac | 2.32 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.90 Lac | 1.10 Lac | 22.78941072 | 3.06 Lac | 2.84 Lac |
| 1941 | 7.38 Lac | 1.48 Lac | 25.10513065 | 3.84 Lac | 3.54 Lac |
| 1951 | 12.54 Lac | 5.15 Lac | 69.7662356 | 6.61 Lac | 5.92 Lac |
| 1961 | 14.99 Lac | 2.46 Lac | 19.60771957 | 7.93 Lac | 7.06 Lac |
| 1971 | 21.97 Lac | 6.98 Lac | 46.55496811 | 11.65 Lac | 10.33 Lac |
| 1981 | 34.96 Lac | 12.98 Lac | 59.0812011 | 18.40 Lac | 16.56 Lac |
| 1991 | 48.39 Lac | 13.44 Lac | 38.43715152 | 25.43 Lac | 22.96 Lac |
| 2001 | 65.37 Lac | 16.98 Lac | 35.08793465 | 34.27 Lac | 31.11 Lac |
| 2011 | 96.22 Lac | 30.84 Lac | 47.18324144 | 50.23 Lac | 45.99 Lac |
Bangalore - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.07 Cr (1,07,01,884) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.08 Cr (1,07,68,104) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.08 Cr (1,08,26,652) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.09 Cr (1,08,79,565) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.09 Cr (1,09,32,478) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.10 Cr (1,09,85,391) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.10 Cr (1,10,38,304) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.11 Cr (1,10,84,016) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.11 Cr (1,11,24,562) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.12 Cr (1,11,65,107) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.12 Cr (1,12,05,810) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.12 Cr (1,12,46,356) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.13 Cr (1,12,86,901) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bangalore District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.13 Cr (1,12,86,901), with a male population of 58.94 Lac (58,93,925) and a female population of 53.93 Lac (53,93,268). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Bangalore District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.51%.