Balaghat Population
As per the 2011 Census, Balaghat District has a population of 17.02 Lac (17,01,698) with 8.42 Lac (8,42,178) males and 8.60 Lac (8,59,520) females.The sex ratio in Balaghat is 1021, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Balaghat District is 2.13 Lac (2,12,931) which is 12.51% of Balaghat District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Balaghat District is 967 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Balaghat District is listed as part of MADHYA PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Balaghat Population Census 2011
- Balaghat 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
Balaghat Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Balaghat District current estimated population is projected to be 20.47 Lac (20,46,548), indicating a 20.27% increased from Balaghat's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 10.08 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.39 Lac.
Balaghat Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Balaghat District estimated population is projected to be 20.70 Lac (20,70,468), projecting a 21.67% increased from Balaghat's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 10.19 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.52 Lac.
Balaghat Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Balaghat District, with a total Hindu population of 15.19 Lac (15,19,384), accounting for 89.29% of the Balaghat District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.52 Lac (7,52,441), and the Hindu female population is around 7.67 Lac (7,66,943).
Balaghat Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Balaghat District, with a total Buddhist population of 72.16 k (72,162), accounting for 4.24% of the Balaghat District population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 35.27 k (35,272), and the Buddhist female population is around 36.89 k (36,890).
Balaghat Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 15,19,384 | 89.29% |
| Buddhist | 72,162 | 4.24% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 58,064 | 3.41% |
| Muslim | 38,542 | 2.26% |
| Christian | 5,295 | 0.31% |
| Jain | 4,778 | 0.28% |
| Religion not stated | 2,423 | 0.14% |
| Sikh | 1,050 | 0.06% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBalaghat Urban Population
The Urban population of Balaghat District is 2.45 Lac (2,44,816), with 1.22 Lac (1,22,384) being males and 1.22 Lac (1,22,432) being females, making up 14.39% of the Balaghat total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1001 females for every 1000 males.
Balaghat Rural Population
The Rural population of Balaghat District is 14.57 Lac (14,56,882), with 7.20 Lac (7,19,794) being males and 7.37 Lac (7,37,088) being females, making up 85.61% of the Balaghat total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1025 females for every 1000 males.
Balaghat Literacy Rate
Balaghat District has a literacy rate of 77.09% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Balaghat District is 85.36 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Balaghat District is 69.04 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Balaghat District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.74%, while in the rural regions of Balaghat District, it is around 75.6%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Balaghat
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 77.09 | 85.36 | 69.04 |
| Urban Area | 85.74 | 91.34 | 80.19 |
| Rural Area | 75.6 | 84.32 | 67.14 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Balaghat
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 76.7 | 85 | 68.61 |
| Buddhist | 84.64 | 93.12 | 76.61 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 67.85 | 78.1 | 58.21 |
| Muslim | 87.95 | 93.12 | 82.68 |
Balaghat Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Balaghat District is 1.25 Lac (1,25,426) with 61.58 k (61,576) males and 63.85 k (63,850) females, which is 7.37% of Balaghat District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1037 females for every 1000 males.
Balaghat Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Balaghat District is 3.83 Lac (3,83,026) with 1.87 Lac (1,86,979) males and 1.96 Lac (1,96,047) females, which is 22.51% of Balaghat District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1049 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Balaghat
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1021 |
| Urban Area | 1001 |
| Rural Area | 1025 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Balaghat
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1020 |
| Buddhist | 1046 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1050 |
| Muslim | 981 |
Balaghat Area & Households
The Total Area of Balaghat District is 9,229 Square KM, with a population density of 184 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Balaghat District are 13 and the Total Number of Villages in Balaghat District are 1,384.The Total Number of households in Balaghat District are 3.92 Lac(3,91,836).
Balaghat Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Balaghat District, there are about 8.93 Lac (8,93,014) workers, making up nearly 52.48% of the Balaghat District total population. Out of these, around 4.89 Lac (4,88,610) are male workers, and about 4.04 Lac (4,04,404) are female workers.
Balaghat - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Balaghat district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,99,934, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 17,01,698 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 21.18% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 14.16%.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.
Balaghat District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,99,934 to 17,01,698.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 21.18%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 4.00 Lac | - | - | 1.94 Lac | 2.06 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.76 Lac | 75.99 k | 19.0006351 | 2.34 Lac | 2.42 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.12 Lac | 35.71 k | 7.503298846 | 2.52 Lac | 2.60 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.62 Lac | 49.97 k | 9.766356419 | 2.77 Lac | 2.85 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.34 Lac | 72.75 k | 12.95365757 | 3.14 Lac | 3.20 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.93 Lac | 59.03 k | 9.305430756 | 3.49 Lac | 3.45 Lac |
| 1961 | 8.07 Lac | 1.13 Lac | 16.34358698 | 4.01 Lac | 4.05 Lac |
| 1971 | 9.78 Lac | 1.71 Lac | 21.18266721 | 4.89 Lac | 4.89 Lac |
| 1981 | 11.48 Lac | 1.70 Lac | 17.4130483 | 5.72 Lac | 5.76 Lac |
| 1991 | 13.66 Lac | 2.18 Lac | 18.99791777 | 6.82 Lac | 6.84 Lac |
| 2001 | 14.98 Lac | 1.32 Lac | 9.671345004 | 7.41 Lac | 7.57 Lac |
| 2011 | 17.02 Lac | 2.04 Lac | 13.60042404 | 8.42 Lac | 8.60 Lac |
Balaghat - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 20.47 Lac (20,46,548) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 20.70 Lac (20,70,468) | 21.67% | 1.4 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 20.92 Lac (20,92,299) | 22.95% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 21.13 Lac (21,12,646) | 24.15% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 21.33 Lac (21,32,993) | 25.34% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 21.53 Lac (21,53,339) | 26.54% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 21.74 Lac (21,73,663) | 27.73% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 21.92 Lac (21,92,293) | 28.83% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 22.10 Lac (22,09,693) | 29.85% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 22.27 Lac (22,27,070) | 30.87% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 22.44 Lac (22,44,470) | 31.9% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 22.62 Lac (22,61,847) | 32.92% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 22.79 Lac (22,79,248) | 33.94% | 1.02 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Balaghat District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 22.79 Lac (22,79,248), with a male population of 11.15 Lac (11,15,032) and a female population of 11.65 Lac (11,65,435). This reflects a total growth of 33.94% from Balaghat District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.