Bijapur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bijapur District has a population of 21.77 Lac (21,77,331) with 11.11 Lac (11,11,022) males and 10.66 Lac (10,66,309) females.The sex ratio in Bijapur is 960, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bijapur District is 3.18 Lac (3,18,406) which is 14.62% of Bijapur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bijapur District is 932 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Bijapur District is listed as part of KARNATAKA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Bijapur Population Census 2011
- Bijapur 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
Bijapur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bijapur District current estimated population is projected to be 24.22 Lac (24,21,808), indicating a 11.23% increased from Bijapur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 12.37 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.85 Lac.
Bijapur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bijapur District estimated population is projected to be 24.37 Lac (24,36,793), projecting a 11.92% increased from Bijapur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 12.45 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.92 Lac.
Bijapur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bijapur District, with a total Hindu population of 17.87 Lac (17,86,830), accounting for 82.07% of the Bijapur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 9.13 Lac (9,12,900), and the Hindu female population is around 8.74 Lac (8,73,930).
Bijapur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Bijapur District, with a total Muslim population of 3.70 Lac (3,69,588), accounting for 16.97% of the Bijapur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.88 Lac (1,87,716), and the Muslim female population is around 1.82 Lac (1,81,872).
Bijapur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 17,86,830 | 82.07% |
| Muslim | 3,69,588 | 16.97% |
| Jain | 8,665 | 0.4% |
| Religion not stated | 8,384 | 0.39% |
| Christian | 2,433 | 0.11% |
| Sikh | 558 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 499 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 374 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBijapur Urban Population
The Urban population of Bijapur District is 5.02 Lac (5,01,978), with 2.53 Lac (2,53,460) being males and 2.49 Lac (2,48,518) being females, making up 23.05% of the Bijapur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 981 females for every 1000 males.
Bijapur Rural Population
The Rural population of Bijapur District is 16.75 Lac (16,75,353), with 8.58 Lac (8,57,562) being males and 8.18 Lac (8,17,791) being females, making up 76.95% of the Bijapur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Bijapur Literacy Rate
Bijapur District has a literacy rate of 67.15% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bijapur District is 77.21 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bijapur District is 56.72 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Bijapur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.33%, while in the rural regions of Bijapur District, it is around 62.81%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bijapur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67.15 | 77.21 | 56.72 |
| Urban Area | 81.33 | 87.8 | 74.79 |
| Rural Area | 62.81 | 74.03 | 51.1 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bijapur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 66.25 | 76.66 | 55.42 |
| Muslim | 70.94 | 79.47 | 62.18 |
| Jain | 88.05 | 93.19 | 82.83 |
| Religion not stated | 67.15 | 77.35 | 57.2 |
Bijapur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bijapur District is 4.43 Lac (4,42,773) with 2.26 Lac (2,26,440) males and 2.16 Lac (2,16,333) females, which is 20.34% of Bijapur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 956 females for every 1000 males.
Bijapur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bijapur District is 39.31 k (39,314) with 19.91 k (19,912) males and 19.40 k (19,402) females, which is 1.81% of Bijapur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 975 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bijapur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 960 |
| Urban Area | 981 |
| Rural Area | 954 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bijapur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 958 |
| Muslim | 969 |
| Jain | 988 |
| Religion not stated | 1010 |
Bijapur Area & Households
The Total Area of Bijapur District is 10,498 Square KM, with a population density of 207 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bijapur District are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Bijapur District are 692.The Total Number of households in Bijapur District are 4.09 Lac(4,08,806).
Bijapur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bijapur District, there are about 9.28 Lac (9,27,722) workers, making up nearly 42.61% of the Bijapur District total population. Out of these, around 5.80 Lac (5,80,111) are male workers, and about 3.48 Lac (3,47,611) are female workers.
Bijapur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Bijapur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,36,892, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 21,77,331 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 22.94% 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 16.08%.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.
Bijapur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,36,892 to 21,77,331.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 22.94%.
- 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 | 4.37 Lac | ---- | ---- | 2.19 Lac | 2.18 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.36 Lac | 98.95 k | 22.64747352 | 2.70 Lac | 2.66 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.91 Lac | -44.64 k | -8.330145175 | 2.51 Lac | 2.40 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.44 Lac | 53.19 k | 10.8275431 | 2.77 Lac | 2.67 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.05 Lac | 60.85 k | 11.17754681 | 3.10 Lac | 2.95 Lac |
| 1951 | 7.35 Lac | 1.30 Lac | 21.44588466 | 3.74 Lac | 3.61 Lac |
| 1961 | 8.89 Lac | 1.54 Lac | 20.8892662 | 4.52 Lac | 4.37 Lac |
| 1971 | 10.54 Lac | 1.65 Lac | 18.61000072 | 5.37 Lac | 5.17 Lac |
| 1981 | 12.51 Lac | 1.97 Lac | 18.67630036 | 6.35 Lac | 6.16 Lac |
| 1991 | 15.38 Lac | 2.87 Lac | 22.94205922 | 7.90 Lac | 7.48 Lac |
| 2001 | 18.07 Lac | 2.69 Lac | 17.50546747 | 9.26 Lac | 8.80 Lac |
| 2011 | 21.77 Lac | 3.70 Lac | 20.49971277 | 11.11 Lac | 10.66 Lac |
Bijapur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 24.22 Lac (24,21,808) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 24.37 Lac (24,36,793) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 24.50 Lac (24,50,043) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 24.62 Lac (24,62,017) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 24.74 Lac (24,73,991) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 24.86 Lac (24,85,965) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 24.98 Lac (24,97,939) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 25.08 Lac (25,08,283) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 25.17 Lac (25,17,459) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 25.27 Lac (25,26,634) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 25.36 Lac (25,35,845) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 25.45 Lac (25,45,020) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 25.54 Lac (25,54,196) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bijapur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 25.54 Lac (25,54,196), with a male population of 13.04 Lac (13,03,748) and a female population of 12.50 Lac (12,50,496). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Bijapur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.69%.