Bellary Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bellary District has a population of 24.53 Lac (24,52,595) with 12.37 Lac (12,36,954) males and 12.16 Lac (12,15,641) females.The sex ratio in Bellary is 983, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bellary District is 3.44 Lac (3,44,152) which is 14.03% of Bellary District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bellary District is 961 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Bellary District is listed as part of KARNATAKA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Bellary Population Census 2011
- Bellary 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
Bellary Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bellary District current estimated population is projected to be 27.28 Lac (27,27,979), indicating a 11.23% increased from Bellary's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 13.77 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.51 Lac.
Bellary Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bellary District estimated population is projected to be 27.45 Lac (27,44,859), projecting a 11.92% increased from Bellary's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 13.86 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.59 Lac.
Bellary Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bellary District, with a total Hindu population of 21.04 Lac (21,03,633), accounting for 85.77% of the Bellary District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 10.61 Lac (10,60,998), and the Hindu female population is around 10.43 Lac (10,42,635).
Bellary Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Bellary District, with a total Muslim population of 3.21 Lac (3,20,834), accounting for 13.08% of the Bellary District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.62 Lac (1,62,036), and the Muslim female population is around 1.59 Lac (1,58,798).
Bellary Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 21,03,633 | 85.77% |
| Muslim | 3,20,834 | 13.08% |
| Christian | 14,014 | 0.57% |
| Jain | 8,044 | 0.33% |
| Religion not stated | 4,703 | 0.19% |
| Sikh | 1,029 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 284 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 54 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBellary Urban Population
The Urban population of Bellary District is 9.20 Lac (9,20,239), with 4.63 Lac (4,62,861) being males and 4.57 Lac (4,57,378) being females, making up 37.52% of the Bellary total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 989 females for every 1000 males.
Bellary Rural Population
The Rural population of Bellary District is 15.32 Lac (15,32,356), with 7.74 Lac (7,74,093) being males and 7.58 Lac (7,58,263) being females, making up 62.48% of the Bellary total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 980 females for every 1000 males.
Bellary Literacy Rate
Bellary District has a literacy rate of 67.43% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bellary District is 76.64 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bellary District is 58.09 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Bellary District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 76.63%, while in the rural regions of Bellary District, it is around 61.81%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bellary
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67.43 | 76.64 | 58.09 |
| Urban Area | 76.63 | 83.58 | 69.62 |
| Rural Area | 61.81 | 72.42 | 51.02 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bellary
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 66.69 | 76.28 | 56.96 |
| Muslim | 70.62 | 77.69 | 63.44 |
| Christian | 87.11 | 91.12 | 83.32 |
| Jain | 93 | 96.39 | 89.43 |
Bellary Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bellary District is 5.17 Lac (5,17,409) with 2.59 Lac (2,58,582) males and 2.59 Lac (2,58,827) females, which is 21.1% of Bellary District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1001 females for every 1000 males.
Bellary Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bellary District is 4.51 Lac (4,51,406) with 2.25 Lac (2,25,451) males and 2.26 Lac (2,25,955) females, which is 18.41% of Bellary District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1003 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bellary
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 983 |
| Urban Area | 989 |
| Rural Area | 980 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bellary
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 983 |
| Muslim | 981 |
| Christian | 1048 |
| Jain | 954 |
Bellary Area & Households
The Total Area of Bellary District is 8,461 Square KM, with a population density of 290 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bellary District are 13 and the Total Number of Villages in Bellary District are 552.The Total Number of households in Bellary District are 4.89 Lac(4,89,118).
Bellary Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bellary District, there are about 11.17 Lac (11,16,880) workers, making up nearly 45.54% of the Bellary District total population. Out of these, around 7.03 Lac (7,03,258) are male workers, and about 4.14 Lac (4,13,622) are female workers.
Bellary - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Bellary district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 5,12,624, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 24,52,595 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 33.64% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 16.06%.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.
Bellary District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 5,12,624 to 24,52,595.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 33.64%.
- The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 5.13 Lac | ---- | ---- | 2.60 Lac | 2.52 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.08 Lac | -4.82 k | -0.941040607 | 2.57 Lac | 2.51 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.41 Lac | -67.14 k | -13.22174084 | 2.24 Lac | 2.17 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.94 Lac | 53.04 k | 12.03671765 | 2.51 Lac | 2.43 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.44 Lac | 50.41 k | 10.21103867 | 2.76 Lac | 2.68 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.56 Lac | 1.12 Lac | 20.57771088 | 3.35 Lac | 3.21 Lac |
| 1961 | 7.87 Lac | 1.30 Lac | 19.88739161 | 4.01 Lac | 3.85 Lac |
| 1971 | 9.77 Lac | 1.90 Lac | 24.20882938 | 4.97 Lac | 4.80 Lac |
| 1981 | 13.06 Lac | 3.29 Lac | 33.63985867 | 6.61 Lac | 6.44 Lac |
| 1991 | 16.56 Lac | 3.50 Lac | 26.83590375 | 8.42 Lac | 8.14 Lac |
| 2001 | 20.27 Lac | 3.71 Lac | 22.41183575 | 10.30 Lac | 9.97 Lac |
| 2011 | 24.53 Lac | 4.25 Lac | 20.98794361 | 12.37 Lac | 12.16 Lac |
Bellary - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 27.28 Lac (27,27,979) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 27.45 Lac (27,44,859) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 27.60 Lac (27,59,783) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 27.73 Lac (27,73,271) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 27.87 Lac (27,86,759) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 28.00 Lac (28,00,247) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 28.14 Lac (28,13,735) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 28.25 Lac (28,25,387) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 28.36 Lac (28,35,722) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 28.46 Lac (28,46,058) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 28.56 Lac (28,56,433) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 28.67 Lac (28,66,768) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 28.77 Lac (28,77,104) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bellary District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 28.77 Lac (28,77,104), with a male population of 14.52 Lac (14,51,525) and a female population of 14.26 Lac (14,25,622). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Bellary District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.51%.