Barnala Population
As per the 2011 Census, Barnala District has a population of 5.96 Lac (5,95,527) with 3.18 Lac (3,17,522) males and 2.78 Lac (2,78,005) females.The sex ratio in Barnala is 876, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Barnala District is 64.99 k (64,987) which is 10.91% of Barnala District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Barnala District is 843 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Barnala District is listed as part of PUNJAB State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Barnala Population Census 2011
- Barnala 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
Barnala Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Barnala District current estimated population is projected to be 6.62 Lac (6,62,430), indicating a 11.23% increased from Barnala's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.51 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.11 Lac.
Barnala Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Barnala District estimated population is projected to be 6.67 Lac (6,66,613), projecting a 11.94% increased from Barnala's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.53 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.13 Lac.
Barnala Sikh Population
Sikh is the most popular religion in Barnala District, with a total Sikh population of 4.68 Lac (4,67,751), accounting for 78.54% of the Barnala District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 2.47 Lac (2,47,300), and the Sikh female population is around 2.20 Lac (2,20,451).
Barnala Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Barnala District, with a total Hindu population of 1.13 Lac (1,12,859), accounting for 18.95% of the Barnala District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 62.18 k (62,180), and the Hindu female population is around 50.68 k (50,679).
Barnala Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 4,67,751 | 78.54% |
| Hindu | 1,12,859 | 18.95% |
| Muslim | 13,100 | 2.2% |
| Christian | 622 | 0.1% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 481 | 0.08% |
| Religion not stated | 360 | 0.06% |
| Jain | 246 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 108 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBarnala Urban Population
The Urban population of Barnala District is 1.91 Lac (1,90,685), with 1.02 Lac (1,02,312) being males and 88.37 k (88,373) being females, making up 32.02% of the Barnala total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 864 females for every 1000 males.
Barnala Rural Population
The Rural population of Barnala District is 4.05 Lac (4,04,842), with 2.15 Lac (2,15,210) being males and 1.90 Lac (1,89,632) being females, making up 67.98% of the Barnala total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 882 females for every 1000 males.
Barnala Literacy Rate
Barnala District has a literacy rate of 67.82% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Barnala District is 71.57 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Barnala District is 63.57 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Barnala District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 74.45%, while in the rural regions of Barnala District, it is around 64.74%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Barnala
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67.82 | 71.57 | 63.57 |
| Urban Area | 74.45 | 78.14 | 70.2 |
| Rural Area | 64.74 | 68.48 | 60.52 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Barnala
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 65.7 | 69.4 | 61.57 |
| Hindu | 77.95 | 81.45 | 73.65 |
| Muslim | 57.99 | 61.38 | 54.05 |
| Christian | 71.3 | 78.67 | 62.99 |
Barnala Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Barnala District is 1.92 Lac (1,92,001) with 1.02 Lac (1,01,569) males and 90.43 k (90,432) females, which is 32.24% of Barnala District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 891 females for every 1000 males.
Barnala Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Barnala District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Barnala District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Barnala
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 876 |
| Urban Area | 864 |
| Rural Area | 882 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Barnala
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Sikh | 892 |
| Hindu | 816 |
| Muslim | 861 |
| Christian | 852 |
Barnala Area & Households
The Total Area of Barnala District is 1,482 Square KM, with a population density of 402 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Barnala District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Barnala District are 128.The Total Number of households in Barnala District are 1.16 Lac(1,15,798).
Barnala Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Barnala District, there are about 2.09 Lac (2,09,331) workers, making up nearly 35.15% of the Barnala District total population. Out of these, around 1.78 Lac (1,78,163) are male workers, and about 31.17 k (31,168) are female workers.
Barnala - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Barnala district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,88,189, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 5,95,527 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 28.79% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 21.26%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901, 1911, 1921, 1931, 1941, 1951) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Barnala District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,88,189 to 5,95,527.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 28.79%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | N.A | - | - | N.A. | N.A. |
| 1911 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A. | N.A. |
| 1921 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A. | N.A. |
| 1931 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A. | N.A. |
| 1941 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A. | N.A. |
| 1951 | 1.88 Lac | N.A | N.A | 1.04 Lac | 84.63 k |
| 1961 | 2.42 Lac | 54.18 k | 28.78967421 | 1.32 Lac | 1.10 Lac |
| 1971 | 2.92 Lac | 50.10 k | 20.6689827 | 1.59 Lac | 1.34 Lac |
| 1981 | 3.63 Lac | 70.20 k | 24.00303628 | 1.94 Lac | 1.68 Lac |
| 1991 | 4.41 Lac | 78.11 k | 21.53762584 | 2.36 Lac | 2.05 Lac |
| 2001 | 5.27 Lac | 86.16 k | 19.54729429 | 2.81 Lac | 2.45 Lac |
| 2011 | 5.96 Lac | 68.60 k | 13.01802323 | 3.18 Lac | 2.78 Lac |
Barnala - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6.62 Lac (6,62,430) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 6.67 Lac (6,66,613) | 11.94% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 6.70 Lac (6,70,262) | 12.55% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 6.74 Lac (6,73,548) | 13.1% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 6.77 Lac (6,76,813) | 13.65% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 6.80 Lac (6,80,100) | 14.2% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 6.83 Lac (6,83,386) | 14.75% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 6.86 Lac (6,86,182) | 15.22% | 0.47 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 6.89 Lac (6,88,615) | 15.63% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 6.91 Lac (6,91,047) | 16.04% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 6.93 Lac (6,93,480) | 16.45% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 6.96 Lac (6,95,934) | 16.86% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 6.98 Lac (6,98,367) | 17.27% | 0.41 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Barnala District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 6.98 Lac (6,98,367), with a male population of 3.69 Lac (3,68,509) and a female population of 3.30 Lac (3,29,773). This reflects a total growth of 17.27% from Barnala District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.5%.