Burhanpur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Burhanpur District has a population of 7.58 Lac (7,57,847) with 3.89 Lac (3,88,504) males and 3.69 Lac (3,69,343) females.The sex ratio in Burhanpur is 951, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Burhanpur District is 1.23 Lac (1,22,869) which is 16.21% of Burhanpur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Burhanpur District is 924 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Burhanpur District is listed as part of MADHYA PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Burhanpur Population Census 2011
- Burhanpur 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
Burhanpur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Burhanpur District current estimated population is projected to be 9.11 Lac (9,11,425), indicating a 20.27% increased from Burhanpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 4.65 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.47 Lac.
Burhanpur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Burhanpur District estimated population is projected to be 9.22 Lac (9,22,078), projecting a 21.67% increased from Burhanpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 4.70 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.52 Lac.
Burhanpur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Burhanpur District, with a total Hindu population of 5.53 Lac (5,52,526), accounting for 72.91% of the Burhanpur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.84 Lac (2,84,301), and the Hindu female population is around 2.68 Lac (2,68,225).
Burhanpur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Burhanpur District, with a total Muslim population of 1.81 Lac (1,80,840), accounting for 23.86% of the Burhanpur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 91.66 k (91,655), and the Muslim female population is around 89.19 k (89,185).
Burhanpur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 5,52,526 | 72.91% |
| Muslim | 1,80,840 | 23.86% |
| Buddhist | 19,883 | 2.62% |
| Jain | 1,884 | 0.25% |
| Christian | 1,199 | 0.16% |
| Sikh | 1,074 | 0.14% |
| Religion not stated | 342 | 0.05% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 99 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBurhanpur Urban Population
The Urban population of Burhanpur District is 2.60 Lac (2,60,287), with 1.34 Lac (1,33,526) being males and 1.27 Lac (1,26,761) being females, making up 34.35% of the Burhanpur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 950 females for every 1000 males.
Burhanpur Rural Population
The Rural population of Burhanpur District is 4.98 Lac (4,97,560), with 2.55 Lac (2,54,978) being males and 2.43 Lac (2,42,582) being females, making up 65.65% of the Burhanpur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 952 females for every 1000 males.
Burhanpur Literacy Rate
Burhanpur District has a literacy rate of 64.36% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Burhanpur District is 71.8 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Burhanpur District is 56.58 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Burhanpur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 79.65%, while in the rural regions of Burhanpur District, it is around 55.95%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Burhanpur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64.36 | 71.8 | 56.58 |
| Urban Area | 79.65 | 84.64 | 74.43 |
| Rural Area | 55.95 | 64.72 | 46.78 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Burhanpur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 62.8 | 70.72 | 54.46 |
| Muslim | 68.63 | 74.42 | 62.7 |
| Buddhist | 64.41 | 74.74 | 53.47 |
| Jain | 96.43 | 96.8 | 96.05 |
Burhanpur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Burhanpur District is 64.25 k (64,254) with 33.04 k (33,037) males and 31.22 k (31,217) females, which is 8.48% of Burhanpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 945 females for every 1000 males.
Burhanpur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Burhanpur District is 2.30 Lac (2,30,095) with 1.16 Lac (1,16,420) males and 1.14 Lac (1,13,675) females, which is 30.36% of Burhanpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 977 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Burhanpur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 951 |
| Urban Area | 950 |
| Rural Area | 952 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Burhanpur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 944 |
| Muslim | 974 |
| Buddhist | 941 |
| Jain | 977 |
Burhanpur Area & Households
The Total Area of Burhanpur District is 3,427 Square KM, with a population density of 221 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Burhanpur District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Burhanpur District are 263.The Total Number of households in Burhanpur District are 1.46 Lac(1,46,341).
Burhanpur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Burhanpur District, there are about 3.28 Lac (3,28,339) workers, making up nearly 43.33% of the Burhanpur District total population. Out of these, around 2.12 Lac (2,11,925) are male workers, and about 1.16 Lac (1,16,414) are female workers.
Burhanpur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Burhanpur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,06,985, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 7,57,847 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 36.19% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 19.98%.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.
Burhanpur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,06,985 to 7,57,847.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 36.19%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.07 Lac | - | - | 54.92 k | 52.07 k |
| 1911 | 1.28 Lac | 20.71 k | 19.35878862 | 65.56 k | 62.14 k |
| 1921 | 1.30 Lac | 1.82 k | 1.421344443 | 67.12 k | 62.39 k |
| 1931 | 1.53 Lac | 23.10 k | 17.83477851 | 79.11 k | 73.50 k |
| 1941 | 1.68 Lac | 15.13 k | 9.912259434 | 86.21 k | 81.53 k |
| 1951 | 1.77 Lac | 8.84 k | 5.272571183 | 90.07 k | 86.51 k |
| 1961 | 2.38 Lac | 61.66 k | 34.92128214 | 1.22 Lac | 1.16 Lac |
| 1971 | 3.11 Lac | 72.94 k | 30.61735028 | 1.60 Lac | 1.51 Lac |
| 1981 | 4.24 Lac | 1.13 Lac | 36.18744939 | 2.18 Lac | 2.06 Lac |
| 1991 | 5.33 Lac | 1.09 Lac | 25.78274135 | 2.73 Lac | 2.60 Lac |
| 2001 | 6.35 Lac | 1.02 Lac | 19.10026151 | 3.27 Lac | 3.08 Lac |
| 2011 | 7.58 Lac | 1.23 Lac | 19.36797804 | 3.89 Lac | 3.69 Lac |
Burhanpur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9.11 Lac (9,11,425) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 9.22 Lac (9,22,078) | 21.67% | 1.4 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 9.32 Lac (9,31,801) | 22.95% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 9.41 Lac (9,40,862) | 24.15% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 9.50 Lac (9,49,923) | 25.34% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 9.59 Lac (9,58,985) | 26.54% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 9.68 Lac (9,68,036) | 27.73% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 9.76 Lac (9,76,332) | 28.83% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 9.84 Lac (9,84,082) | 29.85% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 9.92 Lac (9,91,820) | 30.87% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 10.00 Lac (9,99,570) | 31.9% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 10.07 Lac (10,07,308) | 32.92% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 10.15 Lac (10,15,058) | 33.94% | 1.02 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Burhanpur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 10.15 Lac (10,15,058), with a male population of 5.14 Lac (5,14,374) and a female population of 5.01 Lac (5,00,797). This reflects a total growth of 33.94% from Burhanpur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.36%.