Bargarh Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bargarh District has a population of 14.81 Lac (14,81,255) with 7.49 Lac (7,49,161) males and 7.32 Lac (7,32,094) females.The sex ratio in Bargarh is 978, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bargarh District is 1.63 Lac (1,62,922) which is 11% of Bargarh District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bargarh District is 957 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Bargarh District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Bargarh Population Census 2011
- Bargarh 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
Bargarh Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bargarh District current estimated population is projected to be 16.40 Lac (16,40,201), indicating a 10.73% increased from Bargarh's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.25 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.15 Lac.
Bargarh Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bargarh District estimated population is projected to be 16.50 Lac (16,50,378), projecting a 11.42% increased from Bargarh's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 8.30 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.20 Lac.
Bargarh Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bargarh District, with a total Hindu population of 14.59 Lac (14,59,065), accounting for 98.5% of the Bargarh District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.38 Lac (7,37,917), and the Hindu female population is around 7.21 Lac (7,21,148).
Bargarh Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Bargarh District, with a total Christian population of 11.74 k (11,744), accounting for 0.79% of the Bargarh District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 5.82 k (5,824), and the Christian female population is around 5.92 k (5,920).
Bargarh Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 14,59,065 | 98.5% |
| Christian | 11,744 | 0.79% |
| Muslim | 7,527 | 0.51% |
| Religion not stated | 1,937 | 0.13% |
| Sikh | 652 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 161 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 125 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 44 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBargarh Urban Population
The Urban population of Bargarh District is 1.50 Lac (1,50,110), with 76.56 k (76,558) being males and 73.55 k (73,552) being females, making up 10.13% of the Bargarh total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 961 females for every 1000 males.
Bargarh Rural Population
The Rural population of Bargarh District is 13.31 Lac (13,31,145), with 6.73 Lac (6,72,603) being males and 6.59 Lac (6,58,542) being females, making up 89.87% of the Bargarh total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 980 females for every 1000 males.
Bargarh Literacy Rate
Bargarh District has a literacy rate of 74.62% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bargarh District is 83.68 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bargarh District is 65.38 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Bargarh District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.84%, while in the rural regions of Bargarh District, it is around 73.36%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bargarh
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74.62 | 83.68 | 65.38 |
| Urban Area | 85.84 | 91.51 | 79.95 |
| Rural Area | 73.36 | 82.79 | 63.75 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bargarh
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 74.51 | 83.61 | 65.21 |
| Christian | 80.48 | 86.47 | 74.6 |
| Muslim | 86.13 | 91.27 | 80.48 |
| Religion not stated | 75.05 | 83.07 | 67.5 |
Bargarh Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bargarh District is 2.99 Lac (2,98,780) with 1.50 Lac (1,50,420) males and 1.48 Lac (1,48,360) females, which is 20.17% of Bargarh District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 987 females for every 1000 males.
Bargarh Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bargarh District is 2.81 Lac (2,81,135) with 1.41 Lac (1,40,542) males and 1.41 Lac (1,40,593) females, which is 18.98% of Bargarh District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1001 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bargarh
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 978 |
| Urban Area | 961 |
| Rural Area | 980 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bargarh
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 978 |
| Christian | 1017 |
| Muslim | 909 |
| Religion not stated | 1010 |
Bargarh Area & Households
The Total Area of Bargarh District is 5,837 Square KM, with a population density of 254 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bargarh District are 8 and the Total Number of Villages in Bargarh District are 1,206.The Total Number of households in Bargarh District are 3.70 Lac(3,70,308).
Bargarh Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bargarh District, there are about 7.62 Lac (7,62,092) workers, making up nearly 51.45% of the Bargarh District total population. Out of these, around 4.73 Lac (4,73,305) are male workers, and about 2.89 Lac (2,88,787) are female workers.
Bargarh - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Bargarh district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,71,066, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 14,81,255 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 22.95% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 13.53%.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.
Bargarh District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,71,066 to 14,81,255.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 22.95%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 3.71 Lac | --- | --- | 1.84 Lac | 1.87 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.30 Lac | 58.62 k | 15.79718972 | 2.12 Lac | 2.18 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.49 Lac | 19.50 k | 4.537753326 | 2.21 Lac | 2.28 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.02 Lac | 52.79 k | 11.75314238 | 2.46 Lac | 2.56 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.65 Lac | 63.41 k | 12.63290004 | 2.78 Lac | 2.88 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.12 Lac | 46.65 k | 8.250602682 | 3.03 Lac | 3.09 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.93 Lac | 81.09 k | 13.24838204 | 3.44 Lac | 3.49 Lac |
| 1971 | 8.40 Lac | 1.47 Lac | 21.13625018 | 4.21 Lac | 4.19 Lac |
| 1981 | 10.32 Lac | 1.93 Lac | 22.95461529 | 5.19 Lac | 5.13 Lac |
| 1991 | 12.07 Lac | 1.75 Lac | 16.93391995 | 6.10 Lac | 5.97 Lac |
| 2001 | 13.46 Lac | 1.39 Lac | 11.52810039 | 6.82 Lac | 6.65 Lac |
| 2011 | 14.81 Lac | 1.35 Lac | 10.02119827 | 7.49 Lac | 7.32 Lac |
Bargarh - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 16.40 Lac (16,40,201) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 16.50 Lac (16,50,378) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 16.59 Lac (16,59,187) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 16.67 Lac (16,66,978) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 16.75 Lac (16,74,804) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 16.83 Lac (16,82,596) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 16.90 Lac (16,90,422) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 16.97 Lac (16,96,809) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 17.02 Lac (17,02,179) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 17.08 Lac (17,07,583) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 17.13 Lac (17,12,918) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 17.18 Lac (17,18,322) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 17.24 Lac (17,23,692) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bargarh District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 17.24 Lac (17,23,692), with a male population of 8.64 Lac (8,63,582) and a female population of 8.60 Lac (8,60,094). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Bargarh District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.65%.