Burhanpur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Burhanpur Tehsil has a population of 4.34 Lac (4,33,584) with 2.23 Lac (2,23,483) males and 2.10 Lac (2,10,101) females.The sex ratio in Burhanpur is 941, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Burhanpur Tehsil is 63.54 k (63,544) which is 14.66% of Burhanpur Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Burhanpur Tehsil is 912 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Burhanpur Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Burhanpur District in the state of MADHYA PRADESH in India.
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Burhanpur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Burhanpur Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 5.21 Lac (5,21,450), indicating a 20.27% increased from Burhanpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 2.67 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.54 Lac.
Burhanpur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Burhanpur Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 5.28 Lac (5,27,545), projecting a 21.67% increased from Burhanpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 2.70 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.57 Lac.
Burhanpur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Burhanpur Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 2.57 Lac (2,57,462), accounting for 59.38% of the Burhanpur Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.34 Lac (1,33,841), and the Hindu female population is around 1.24 Lac (1,23,621).
Burhanpur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Burhanpur Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 1.58 Lac (1,57,964), accounting for 36.43% of the Burhanpur Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 80.30 k (80,303), and the Muslim female population is around 77.66 k (77,661).
Burhanpur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 2,57,462 | 59.38% |
| Muslim | 1,57,964 | 36.43% |
| Buddhist | 15,272 | 3.52% |
| Jain | 1,714 | 0.4% |
| Christian | 485 | 0.11% |
| Sikh | 428 | 0.1% |
| Religion not stated | 178 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 81 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBurhanpur Urban Population
The Urban population of Burhanpur Tehsil is 2.31 Lac (2,30,605), with 1.18 Lac (1,18,361) being males and 1.12 Lac (1,12,244) being females, making up 53.19% of the Burhanpur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 949 females for every 1000 males.
Burhanpur Rural Population
The Rural population of Burhanpur Tehsil is 2.03 Lac (2,02,979), with 1.05 Lac (1,05,122) being males and 97.86 k (97,857) being females, making up 46.81% of the Burhanpur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 931 females for every 1000 males.
Burhanpur Literacy Rate
Burhanpur Tehsil has a literacy rate of 73.25% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Burhanpur Tehsil is 79.55 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Burhanpur Tehsil is 66.57 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Burhanpur Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 79.91%, while in the rural regions of Burhanpur Tehsil, it is around 65.49%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Burhanpur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 73.25 | 79.55 | 66.57 |
| Urban Area | 79.91 | 84.52 | 75.07 |
| Rural Area | 65.49 | 73.83 | 56.58 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Burhanpur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 75.71 | 82.5 | 68.4 |
| Muslim | 69.57 | 74.67 | 64.32 |
| Buddhist | 64.21 | 74.6 | 53.16 |
| Jain | 96.71 | 96.74 | 96.68 |
Burhanpur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Burhanpur Tehsil is 45.11 k (45,110) with 23.22 k (23,222) males and 21.89 k (21,888) females, which is 10.4% of Burhanpur Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 943 females for every 1000 males.
Burhanpur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Burhanpur Tehsil is 29.80 k (29,795) with 15.19 k (15,193) males and 14.60 k (14,602) females, which is 6.87% of Burhanpur Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Burhanpur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 941 |
| Urban Area | 949 |
| Rural Area | 931 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Burhanpur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 924 |
| Muslim | 968 |
| Buddhist | 937 |
| Jain | 982 |
Burhanpur Area & Households
The Total Area of Burhanpur Tehsil is 1,053.54 Square KM, with a population density of 412 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Burhanpur Tehsil are 2 and the Total Number of Villages in Burhanpur Tehsil are 97.The Total Number of households in Burhanpur Tehsil are 84.44 k(84,435).
Burhanpur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Burhanpur Tehsil, there are about 1.71 Lac (1,71,391) workers, making up nearly 39.53% of the Burhanpur Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 1.22 Lac (1,22,389) are male workers, and about 49.00 k (49,002) are female workers.
Burhanpur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5.21 Lac (5,21,450) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 5.28 Lac (5,27,545) | 21.67% | 1.4 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 5.33 Lac (5,33,108) | 22.95% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 5.38 Lac (5,38,292) | 24.15% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 5.43 Lac (5,43,476) | 25.34% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 5.49 Lac (5,48,660) | 26.54% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 5.54 Lac (5,53,839) | 27.73% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 5.59 Lac (5,58,585) | 28.83% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 5.63 Lac (5,63,019) | 29.85% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 5.67 Lac (5,67,446) | 30.87% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 5.72 Lac (5,71,880) | 31.9% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 5.76 Lac (5,76,308) | 32.92% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 5.81 Lac (5,80,741) | 33.94% | 1.02 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Burhanpur Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 5.81 Lac (5,80,741), with a male population of 2.96 Lac (2,95,889) and a female population of 2.85 Lac (2,84,879). This reflects a total growth of 33.94% from Burhanpur Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.