Bhilwara Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bhilwara District has a population of 24.09 Lac (24,08,523) with 12.21 Lac (12,20,736) males and 11.88 Lac (11,87,787) females.The sex ratio in Bhilwara is 974, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bhilwara District is 3.62 Lac (3,61,683) which is 15.02% of Bhilwara District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bhilwara District is 928 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Bhilwara District is listed as part of RAJASTHAN State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Bhilwara Population Census 2011
- Bhilwara 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
Bhilwara Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bhilwara District current estimated population is projected to be 28.68 Lac (28,67,664), indicating a 19.06% increased from Bhilwara's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 14.37 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.32 Lac.
Bhilwara Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bhilwara District estimated population is projected to be 28.98 Lac (28,98,009), projecting a 20.32% increased from Bhilwara's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 14.51 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.48 Lac.
Bhilwara Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bhilwara District, with a total Hindu population of 22.25 Lac (22,24,839), accounting for 92.37% of the Bhilwara District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 11.27 Lac (11,27,007), and the Hindu female population is around 10.98 Lac (10,97,832).
Bhilwara Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Bhilwara District, with a total Muslim population of 1.42 Lac (1,42,427), accounting for 5.91% of the Bhilwara District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 72.77 k (72,770), and the Muslim female population is around 69.66 k (69,657).
Bhilwara Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 22,24,839 | 92.37% |
| Muslim | 1,42,427 | 5.91% |
| Jain | 35,149 | 1.46% |
| Religion not stated | 2,419 | 0.1% |
| Christian | 1,978 | 0.08% |
| Sikh | 1,468 | 0.06% |
| Buddhist | 183 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 60 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBhilwara Urban Population
The Urban population of Bhilwara District is 5.13 Lac (5,12,654), with 2.65 Lac (2,65,358) being males and 2.47 Lac (2,47,296) being females, making up 21.28% of the Bhilwara total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 932 females for every 1000 males.
Bhilwara Rural Population
The Rural population of Bhilwara District is 18.96 Lac (18,95,869), with 9.55 Lac (9,55,378) being males and 9.40 Lac (9,40,491) being females, making up 78.72% of the Bhilwara total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 985 females for every 1000 males.
Bhilwara Literacy Rate
Bhilwara District has a literacy rate of 61.37% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bhilwara District is 75.27 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bhilwara District is 47.21 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Bhilwara District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 80.7%, while in the rural regions of Bhilwara District, it is around 56%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bhilwara
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61.37 | 75.27 | 47.21 |
| Urban Area | 80.7 | 89.04 | 71.79 |
| Rural Area | 56 | 71.32 | 40.58 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bhilwara
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 59.93 | 74.16 | 45.44 |
| Muslim | 74.55 | 86.33 | 62.34 |
| Jain | 94.52 | 97.33 | 91.67 |
| Religion not stated | 62.87 | 72.91 | 50.85 |
Bhilwara Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bhilwara District is 4.08 Lac (4,07,947) with 2.06 Lac (2,06,332) males and 2.02 Lac (2,01,615) females, which is 16.94% of Bhilwara District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 978 females for every 1000 males.
Bhilwara Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bhilwara District is 2.29 Lac (2,29,273) with 1.17 Lac (1,17,026) males and 1.12 Lac (1,12,247) females, which is 9.52% of Bhilwara District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 960 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bhilwara
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 974 |
| Urban Area | 932 |
| Rural Area | 985 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bhilwara
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 975 |
| Muslim | 958 |
| Jain | 978 |
| Religion not stated | 830 |
Bhilwara Area & Households
The Total Area of Bhilwara District is 10,455 Square KM, with a population density of 230 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bhilwara District are 9 and the Total Number of Villages in Bhilwara District are 1,834.The Total Number of households in Bhilwara District are 4.98 Lac(4,98,125).
Bhilwara Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bhilwara District, there are about 11.48 Lac (11,48,165) workers, making up nearly 47.67% of the Bhilwara District total population. Out of these, around 6.75 Lac (6,74,589) are male workers, and about 4.74 Lac (4,73,576) are female workers.
Bhilwara - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Bhilwara district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,54,261, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 24,08,523 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 26.39% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 19.16%.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.
Bhilwara District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,54,261 to 24,08,523.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 26.39%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 3.54 Lac | ----- | ----- | 1.85 Lac | 1.70 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.38 Lac | 83.71 k | 23.62890637 | 2.27 Lac | 2.11 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.65 Lac | 27.08 k | 6.183314344 | 2.40 Lac | 2.25 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.32 Lac | 67.14 k | 14.43608214 | 2.74 Lac | 2.58 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.35 Lac | 1.02 Lac | 19.25664947 | 3.27 Lac | 3.08 Lac |
| 1951 | 7.32 Lac | 96.87 k | 15.26251603 | 3.78 Lac | 3.53 Lac |
| 1961 | 8.69 Lac | 1.38 Lac | 18.84784261 | 4.56 Lac | 4.13 Lac |
| 1971 | 10.59 Lac | 1.90 Lac | 21.81306863 | 5.55 Lac | 5.04 Lac |
| 1981 | 13.16 Lac | 2.56 Lac | 24.21942203 | 6.78 Lac | 6.38 Lac |
| 1991 | 15.99 Lac | 2.84 Lac | 21.55019338 | 8.22 Lac | 7.77 Lac |
| 2001 | 20.21 Lac | 4.22 Lac | 26.38512973 | 10.30 Lac | 9.91 Lac |
| 2011 | 24.09 Lac | 3.88 Lac | 19.17664249 | 12.21 Lac | 11.88 Lac |
Bhilwara - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 28.68 Lac (28,67,664) | 19.06% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 28.98 Lac (28,98,009) | 20.32% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 29.25 Lac (29,25,118) | 21.45% | 1.13 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 29.50 Lac (29,49,860) | 22.48% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 29.75 Lac (29,74,602) | 23.5% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 29.99 Lac (29,99,345) | 24.53% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 30.24 Lac (30,24,087) | 25.56% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 30.48 Lac (30,48,063) | 26.55% | 0.99 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 30.71 Lac (30,71,483) | 27.53% | 0.98 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 30.95 Lac (30,94,903) | 28.5% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 31.18 Lac (31,18,323) | 29.47% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 31.42 Lac (31,41,743) | 30.44% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 31.65 Lac (31,65,163) | 31.42% | 0.98 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bhilwara District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 31.65 Lac (31,65,163), with a male population of 15.73 Lac (15,73,436) and a female population of 15.93 Lac (15,93,135). This reflects a total growth of 31.42% from Bhilwara District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.03%.