Bathinda Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bathinda District has a population of 13.89 Lac (13,88,525) with 7.43 Lac (7,43,197) males and 6.45 Lac (6,45,328) females.The sex ratio in Bathinda is 869, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bathinda District is 1.51 Lac (1,51,145) which is 10.89% of Bathinda District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bathinda District is 854 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Bathinda District is listed as part of PUNJAB State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Bathinda Population Census 2011
- Bathinda 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
Bathinda Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bathinda District current estimated population is projected to be 15.45 Lac (15,44,514), indicating a 11.23% increased from Bathinda's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.22 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.22 Lac.
Bathinda Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bathinda District estimated population is projected to be 15.54 Lac (15,54,267), projecting a 11.94% increased from Bathinda's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 8.27 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.27 Lac.
Bathinda Sikh Population
Sikh is the most popular religion in Bathinda District, with a total Sikh population of 9.84 Lac (9,84,286), accounting for 70.89% of the Bathinda District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 5.20 Lac (5,19,578), and the Sikh female population is around 4.65 Lac (4,64,708).
Bathinda Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Bathinda District, with a total Hindu population of 3.81 Lac (3,80,569), accounting for 27.41% of the Bathinda District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.11 Lac (2,10,523), and the Hindu female population is around 1.70 Lac (1,70,046).
Bathinda Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 9,84,286 | 70.89% |
| Hindu | 3,80,569 | 27.41% |
| Muslim | 16,299 | 1.17% |
| Religion not stated | 2,826 | 0.2% |
| Christian | 2,474 | 0.18% |
| Jain | 1,266 | 0.09% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 559 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 246 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBathinda Urban Population
The Urban population of Bathinda District is 4.99 Lac (4,99,217), with 2.69 Lac (2,68,713) being males and 2.31 Lac (2,30,504) being females, making up 35.95% of the Bathinda total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 858 females for every 1000 males.
Bathinda Rural Population
The Rural population of Bathinda District is 8.89 Lac (8,89,308), with 4.74 Lac (4,74,484) being males and 4.15 Lac (4,14,824) being females, making up 64.05% of the Bathinda total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 875 females for every 1000 males.
Bathinda Literacy Rate
Bathinda District has a literacy rate of 68.28% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bathinda District is 73.79 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bathinda District is 61.94 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Bathinda District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 79.48%, while in the rural regions of Bathinda District, it is around 62.04%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bathinda
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68.28 | 73.79 | 61.94 |
| Urban Area | 79.48 | 84.29 | 73.89 |
| Rural Area | 62.04 | 67.89 | 55.37 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bathinda
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 64.59 | 70.09 | 58.49 |
| Hindu | 77.98 | 83.03 | 71.67 |
| Muslim | 63.33 | 69.33 | 55.4 |
| Religion not stated | 79.79 | 87.03 | 72.45 |
Bathinda Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bathinda District is 4.50 Lac (4,50,473) with 2.37 Lac (2,36,936) males and 2.14 Lac (2,13,537) females, which is 32.44% of Bathinda District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 902 females for every 1000 males.
Bathinda Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Bathinda District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Bathinda District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bathinda
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 |
| Urban Area | 858 |
| Rural Area | 875 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bathinda
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Sikh | 895 |
| Hindu | 808 |
| Muslim | 781 |
| Religion not stated | 945 |
Bathinda Area & Households
The Total Area of Bathinda District is 3,353 Square KM, with a population density of 414 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bathinda District are 12 and the Total Number of Villages in Bathinda District are 281.The Total Number of households in Bathinda District are 2.74 Lac(2,73,902).
Bathinda Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bathinda District, there are about 5.50 Lac (5,49,986) workers, making up nearly 39.61% of the Bathinda District total population. Out of these, around 4.33 Lac (4,32,988) are male workers, and about 1.17 Lac (1,16,998) are female workers.
Bathinda - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Bathinda district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,77,757, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 13,88,525 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 34.75% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 24.39%.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.
Bathinda District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,77,757 to 13,88,525.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 34.75%.
- 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 | 3.78 Lac | N.A | N.A | 2.05 Lac | 1.72 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.09 Lac | 1.31 Lac | 34.7509113 | 2.78 Lac | 2.32 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.23 Lac | 1.14 Lac | 22.4231923 | 3.37 Lac | 2.86 Lac |
| 1981 | 8.18 Lac | 1.95 Lac | 31.22604995 | 4.39 Lac | 3.78 Lac |
| 1991 | 9.85 Lac | 1.68 Lac | 20.48720658 | 5.23 Lac | 4.62 Lac |
| 2001 | 11.83 Lac | 1.98 Lac | 20.09477307 | 6.33 Lac | 5.50 Lac |
| 2011 | 13.89 Lac | 2.05 Lac | 17.34394213 | 7.43 Lac | 6.45 Lac |
Bathinda - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15.45 Lac (15,44,514) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 15.54 Lac (15,54,267) | 11.94% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 15.63 Lac (15,62,775) | 12.55% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 15.70 Lac (15,70,438) | 13.1% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 15.78 Lac (15,78,051) | 13.65% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 15.86 Lac (15,85,713) | 14.2% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 15.93 Lac (15,93,376) | 14.75% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 16.00 Lac (15,99,894) | 15.22% | 0.47 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 16.06 Lac (16,05,566) | 15.63% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 16.11 Lac (16,11,239) | 16.04% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 16.17 Lac (16,16,911) | 16.45% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 16.23 Lac (16,22,633) | 16.86% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 16.28 Lac (16,28,306) | 17.27% | 0.41 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bathinda District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 16.28 Lac (16,28,306), with a male population of 8.63 Lac (8,62,537) and a female population of 7.65 Lac (7,65,495). This reflects a total growth of 17.27% from Bathinda District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.5%.