Bhalki Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bhalki Tehsil has a population of 2.77 Lac (2,77,350) with 1.42 Lac (1,41,603) males and 1.36 Lac (1,35,747) females.The sex ratio in Bhalki is 959, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bhalki Tehsil is 34.39 k (34,388) which is 12.4% of Bhalki Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bhalki Tehsil is 934 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Bhalki Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Bidar District in the state of KARNATAKA in India.
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Bhalki Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bhalki Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 3.08 Lac (3,08,492), indicating a 11.23% increased from Bhalki 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.58 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.51 Lac.
Bhalki Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bhalki Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 3.10 Lac (3,10,401), projecting a 11.92% increased from Bhalki 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.59 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.52 Lac.
Bhalki Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bhalki Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 2.38 Lac (2,37,759), accounting for 85.73% of the Bhalki Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.21 Lac (1,21,176), and the Hindu female population is around 1.17 Lac (1,16,583).
Bhalki Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Bhalki Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 29.88 k (29,882), accounting for 10.77% of the Bhalki Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 15.51 k (15,509), and the Muslim female population is around 14.37 k (14,373).
Bhalki Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 2,37,759 | 85.73% |
| Muslim | 29,882 | 10.77% |
| Buddhist | 7,159 | 2.58% |
| Religion not stated | 1,251 | 0.45% |
| Christian | 1,091 | 0.39% |
| Jain | 78 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 68 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 62 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBhalki Urban Population
The Urban population of Bhalki Tehsil is 40.33 k (40,333), with 20.74 k (20,741) being males and 19.59 k (19,592) being females, making up 14.54% of the Bhalki total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 945 females for every 1000 males.
Bhalki Rural Population
The Rural population of Bhalki Tehsil is 2.37 Lac (2,37,017), with 1.21 Lac (1,20,862) being males and 1.16 Lac (1,16,155) being females, making up 85.46% of the Bhalki total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Bhalki Literacy Rate
Bhalki Tehsil has a literacy rate of 71.56% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bhalki Tehsil is 80.96 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bhalki Tehsil is 61.8 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Bhalki Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 80.34%, while in the rural regions of Bhalki Tehsil, it is around 70.07%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bhalki
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71.56 | 80.96 | 61.8 |
| Urban Area | 80.34 | 87.52 | 72.72 |
| Rural Area | 70.07 | 79.83 | 59.97 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bhalki
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 71.86 | 81.41 | 61.98 |
| Muslim | 69.72 | 78.12 | 60.65 |
| Buddhist | 68.73 | 77.67 | 59.39 |
| Religion not stated | 69.68 | 81.75 | 58.53 |
Bhalki Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bhalki Tehsil is 70.17 k (70,166) with 35.85 k (35,849) males and 34.32 k (34,317) females, which is 25.3% of Bhalki Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 958 females for every 1000 males.
Bhalki Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bhalki Tehsil is 29.01 k (29,009) with 14.69 k (14,685) males and 14.32 k (14,324) females, which is 10.46% of Bhalki Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 976 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bhalki
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 959 |
| Urban Area | 945 |
| Rural Area | 962 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bhalki
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 963 |
| Muslim | 927 |
| Buddhist | 960 |
| Religion not stated | 1072 |
Bhalki Area & Households
The Total Area of Bhalki Tehsil is 1,119 Square KM, with a population density of 248 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bhalki Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Bhalki Tehsil are 133.The Total Number of households in Bhalki Tehsil are 54.10 k(54,100).
Bhalki Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bhalki Tehsil, there are about 1.22 Lac (1,21,519) workers, making up nearly 43.81% of the Bhalki Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 76.22 k (76,216) are male workers, and about 45.30 k (45,303) are female workers.
Bhalki - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3.08 Lac (3,08,492) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 3.10 Lac (3,10,401) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 3.12 Lac (3,12,089) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 3.14 Lac (3,13,614) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 3.15 Lac (3,15,139) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 3.17 Lac (3,16,664) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 3.18 Lac (3,18,190) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 3.20 Lac (3,19,507) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 3.21 Lac (3,20,676) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 3.22 Lac (3,21,845) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 3.23 Lac (3,23,018) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 3.24 Lac (3,24,187) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 3.25 Lac (3,25,356) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bhalki Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 3.25 Lac (3,25,356), with a male population of 1.66 Lac (1,66,167) and a female population of 1.59 Lac (1,59,195). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Bhalki Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.51%.