Bhopal Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bhopal District has a population of 23.71 Lac (23,71,061) with 12.36 Lac (12,36,130) males and 11.35 Lac (11,34,931) females.The sex ratio in Bhopal is 919, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bhopal District is 3.05 Lac (3,04,713) which is 12.85% of Bhopal District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bhopal District is 920 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Bhopal District is listed as part of MADHYA PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Bhopal Population Census 2011
- Bhopal 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
Bhopal Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bhopal District current estimated population is projected to be 28.52 Lac (28,51,558), indicating a 20.27% increased from Bhopal's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 14.79 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.73 Lac.
Bhopal Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bhopal District estimated population is projected to be 28.85 Lac (28,84,886), projecting a 21.67% increased from Bhopal's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 14.95 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.89 Lac.
Bhopal Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bhopal District, with a total Hindu population of 17.56 Lac (17,55,861), accounting for 74.05% of the Bhopal District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 9.23 Lac (9,23,210), and the Hindu female population is around 8.33 Lac (8,32,651).
Bhopal Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Bhopal District, with a total Muslim population of 5.25 Lac (5,25,434), accounting for 22.16% of the Bhopal District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.68 Lac (2,67,915), and the Muslim female population is around 2.58 Lac (2,57,519).
Bhopal Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 17,55,861 | 74.05% |
| Muslim | 5,25,434 | 22.16% |
| Jain | 25,950 | 1.09% |
| Christian | 23,432 | 0.99% |
| Buddhist | 21,688 | 0.91% |
| Sikh | 10,789 | 0.46% |
| Religion not stated | 7,572 | 0.32% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 335 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBhopal Urban Population
The Urban population of Bhopal District is 19.17 Lac (19,17,051), with 9.98 Lac (9,98,105) being males and 9.19 Lac (9,18,946) being females, making up 80.85% of the Bhopal total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 921 females for every 1000 males.
Bhopal Rural Population
The Rural population of Bhopal District is 4.54 Lac (4,54,010), with 2.38 Lac (2,38,025) being males and 2.16 Lac (2,15,985) being females, making up 19.15% of the Bhopal total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 908 females for every 1000 males.
Bhopal Literacy Rate
Bhopal District has a literacy rate of 80.37% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bhopal District is 85.42 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bhopal District is 74.87 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Bhopal District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.41%, while in the rural regions of Bhopal District, it is around 66.91%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bhopal
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80.37 | 85.42 | 74.87 |
| Urban Area | 83.41 | 87.44 | 79.04 |
| Rural Area | 66.91 | 76.56 | 56.23 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bhopal
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 81.12 | 87 | 74.59 |
| Muslim | 76.2 | 78.66 | 73.64 |
| Jain | 96.15 | 97.25 | 95.01 |
| Christian | 92.81 | 94.03 | 91.61 |
Bhopal Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bhopal District is 3.58 Lac (3,57,516) with 1.86 Lac (1,85,902) males and 1.72 Lac (1,71,614) females, which is 15.08% of Bhopal District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 924 females for every 1000 males.
Bhopal Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bhopal District is 69.43 k (69,429) with 35.97 k (35,966) males and 33.46 k (33,463) females, which is 2.93% of Bhopal District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 931 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bhopal
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 919 |
| Urban Area | 921 |
| Rural Area | 908 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bhopal
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 902 |
| Muslim | 962 |
| Jain | 975 |
| Christian | 1012 |
Bhopal Area & Households
The Total Area of Bhopal District is 2,772 Square KM, with a population density of 855 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bhopal District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Bhopal District are 519.The Total Number of households in Bhopal District are 5.02 Lac(5,01,805).
Bhopal Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bhopal District, there are about 8.67 Lac (8,67,457) workers, making up nearly 36.59% of the Bhopal District total population. Out of these, around 6.45 Lac (6,44,960) are male workers, and about 2.22 Lac (2,22,497) are female workers.
Bhopal - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Bhopal district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,43,958, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 23,71,061 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 57.73% 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 30.84%.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.
Bhopal District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,43,958 to 23,71,061.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 57.73%.
- 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 | 1.44 Lac | - | - | ||
| 1911 | 1.56 Lac | 12.40 k | 8.61084483 | 80.72 k | 75.63 k |
| 1921 | 1.40 Lac | -16.05 k | -10.2677258 | 73.71 k | 66.59 k |
| 1931 | 1.64 Lac | 23.45 k | 16.71204562 | 86.32 k | 77.43 k |
| 1941 | 1.89 Lac | 24.86 k | 15.18256823 | 1.00 Lac | 88.35 k |
| 1951 | 2.36 Lac | 47.06 k | 24.94963098 | 1.24 Lac | 1.11 Lac |
| 1961 | 3.72 Lac | 1.36 Lac | 57.73025269 | 2.05 Lac | 1.67 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.72 Lac | 2.00 Lac | 53.92679876 | 3.11 Lac | 2.61 Lac |
| 1981 | 8.95 Lac | 3.23 Lac | 56.37669989 | 4.78 Lac | 4.17 Lac |
| 1991 | 13.51 Lac | 4.57 Lac | 51.04728865 | 7.15 Lac | 6.36 Lac |
| 2001 | 18.44 Lac | 4.92 Lac | 36.40685501 | 9.73 Lac | 8.71 Lac |
| 2011 | 23.71 Lac | 5.28 Lac | 28.61666061 | 12.36 Lac | 11.35 Lac |
Bhopal - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 28.52 Lac (28,51,558) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 28.85 Lac (28,84,886) | 21.67% | 1.4 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 29.15 Lac (29,15,305) | 22.95% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 29.44 Lac (29,43,655) | 24.15% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 29.72 Lac (29,72,005) | 25.34% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 30.00 Lac (30,00,355) | 26.54% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 30.29 Lac (30,28,673) | 27.73% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 30.55 Lac (30,54,631) | 28.83% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 30.79 Lac (30,78,876) | 29.85% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 31.03 Lac (31,03,088) | 30.87% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 31.27 Lac (31,27,333) | 31.9% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 31.52 Lac (31,51,545) | 32.92% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 31.76 Lac (31,75,790) | 33.94% | 1.02 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bhopal District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 31.76 Lac (31,75,790), with a male population of 16.37 Lac (16,36,619) and a female population of 15.39 Lac (15,38,868). This reflects a total growth of 33.94% from Bhopal District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.36%.