Barhi Population
As per the 2011 Census, Barhi Tehsil has a population of 1.04 Lac (1,03,512) with 52.75 k (52,747) males and 50.77 k (50,765) females.The sex ratio in Barhi is 963, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Barhi Tehsil is 16.83 k (16,825) which is 16.25% of Barhi Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Barhi Tehsil is 941 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Barhi Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Katni District in the state of MADHYA PRADESH in India.
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Barhi Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Barhi Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.24 Lac (1,24,489), indicating a 20.27% increased from Barhi's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 63.11 k, and the estimated female population is 61.39 k.
Barhi Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Barhi Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.26 Lac (1,25,944), projecting a 21.67% increased from Barhi's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 63.81 k, and the estimated female population is 62.14 k.
Barhi Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Barhi Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 1.01 Lac (1,01,405), accounting for 97.96% of the Barhi Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 51.66 k (51,657), and the Hindu female population is around 49.75 k (49,748).
Barhi Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Barhi Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 1.55 k (1,547), accounting for 1.49% of the Barhi Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 809 (809), and the Muslim female population is around 738 (738).
Barhi Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,01,405 | 97.96% |
| Muslim | 1,547 | 1.49% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 427 | 0.41% |
| Religion not stated | 60 | 0.06% |
| Christian | 43 | 0.04% |
| Jain | 17 | 0.02% |
| Sikh | 9 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 4 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBarhi Urban Population
The Urban population of Barhi Tehsil is 13.95 k (13,946), with 7.21 k (7,211) being males and 6.74 k (6,735) being females, making up 13.47% of the Barhi total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 934 females for every 1000 males.
Barhi Rural Population
The Rural population of Barhi Tehsil is 89.57 k (89,566), with 45.54 k (45,536) being males and 44.03 k (44,030) being females, making up 86.53% of the Barhi total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 967 females for every 1000 males.
Barhi Literacy Rate
Barhi Tehsil has a literacy rate of 66.21% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Barhi Tehsil is 78.1 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Barhi Tehsil is 53.91 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Barhi Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 78.07%, while in the rural regions of Barhi Tehsil, it is around 64.33%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Barhi
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66.21 | 78.1 | 53.91 |
| Urban Area | 78.07 | 86.32 | 69.27 |
| Rural Area | 64.33 | 76.77 | 51.52 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Barhi
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 65.93 | 77.89 | 53.58 |
| Muslim | 82.76 | 89.02 | 76 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 66.18 | 85.63 | 48.04 |
| Religion not stated | 74.36 | 85.71 | 61.11 |
Barhi Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Barhi Tehsil is 10.10 k (10,097) with 5.11 k (5,112) males and 4.99 k (4,985) females, which is 9.75% of Barhi Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 976 females for every 1000 males.
Barhi Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Barhi Tehsil is 33.51 k (33,509) with 16.83 k (16,833) males and 16.68 k (16,676) females, which is 32.37% of Barhi Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 991 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Barhi
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 |
| Urban Area | 934 |
| Rural Area | 967 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Barhi
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 964 |
| Muslim | 913 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1053 |
| Religion not stated | 875 |
Barhi Area & Households
The Total Area of Barhi Tehsil is 508.2 Square KM, with a population density of 204 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Barhi Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Barhi Tehsil are 50.The Total Number of households in Barhi Tehsil are 23.34 k(23,344).
Barhi Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Barhi Tehsil, there are about 43.57 k (43,570) workers, making up nearly 42.09% of the Barhi Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 27.19 k (27,188) are male workers, and about 16.38 k (16,382) are female workers.
Barhi - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.24 Lac (1,24,489) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.26 Lac (1,25,944) | 21.67% | 1.4 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.27 Lac (1,27,272) | 22.95% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.29 Lac (1,28,510) | 24.15% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.30 Lac (1,29,748) | 25.34% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.31 Lac (1,30,985) | 26.54% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.32 Lac (1,32,221) | 27.73% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.33 Lac (1,33,355) | 28.83% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.34 Lac (1,34,413) | 29.85% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.35 Lac (1,35,470) | 30.87% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.37 Lac (1,36,529) | 31.9% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.38 Lac (1,37,586) | 32.92% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.39 Lac (1,38,644) | 33.94% | 1.02 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Barhi Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.39 Lac (1,38,644), with a male population of 69.84 k (69,837) and a female population of 68.83 k (68,833). This reflects a total growth of 33.94% from Barhi Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.