Ballia Population
As per the 2011 Census, Ballia District has a population of 32.40 Lac (32,39,774) with 16.73 Lac (16,72,902) males and 15.67 Lac (15,66,872) females.The sex ratio in Ballia is 937, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Ballia District is 4.72 Lac (4,71,852) which is 14.56% of Ballia District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Ballia District is 901 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Ballia District is listed as part of UTTAR PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Ballia Population Census 2011
- Ballia 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
Ballia Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Ballia District current estimated population is projected to be 38.46 Lac (38,46,271), indicating a 18.72% increased from Ballia's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 19.77 Lac, and the estimated female population is 18.69 Lac.
Ballia Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Ballia District estimated population is projected to be 38.85 Lac (38,84,674), projecting a 19.91% increased from Ballia's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 19.96 Lac, and the estimated female population is 18.89 Lac.
Ballia Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Ballia District, with a total Hindu population of 30.04 Lac (30,04,240), accounting for 92.73% of the Ballia District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 15.52 Lac (15,52,387), and the Hindu female population is around 14.52 Lac (14,51,853).
Ballia Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Ballia District, with a total Muslim population of 2.13 Lac (2,13,440), accounting for 6.59% of the Ballia District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.09 Lac (1,08,950), and the Muslim female population is around 1.04 Lac (1,04,490).
Ballia Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 30,04,240 | 92.73% |
| Muslim | 2,13,440 | 6.59% |
| Religion not stated | 14,847 | 0.46% |
| Christian | 4,463 | 0.14% |
| Buddhist | 1,595 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 892 | 0.03% |
| Jain | 233 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 64 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBallia Urban Population
The Urban population of Ballia District is 3.04 Lac (3,04,109), with 1.59 Lac (1,58,884) being males and 1.45 Lac (1,45,225) being females, making up 9.39% of the Ballia total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 915 females for every 1000 males.
Ballia Rural Population
The Rural population of Ballia District is 29.36 Lac (29,35,665), with 15.14 Lac (15,14,018) being males and 14.22 Lac (14,21,647) being females, making up 90.61% of the Ballia total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 939 females for every 1000 males.
Ballia Literacy Rate
Ballia District has a literacy rate of 70.94% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Ballia District is 81.49 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Ballia District is 59.75 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Ballia District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 77.58%, while in the rural regions of Ballia District, it is around 70.24%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Ballia
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70.94 | 81.49 | 59.75 |
| Urban Area | 77.58 | 84.13 | 70.43 |
| Rural Area | 70.24 | 81.21 | 58.64 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Ballia
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 70.6 | 81.38 | 59.14 |
| Muslim | 75.32 | 82.58 | 67.78 |
| Religion not stated | 75.88 | 86.13 | 65.04 |
| Christian | 74.67 | 84.24 | 63.53 |
Ballia Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Ballia District is 4.95 Lac (4,94,698) with 2.58 Lac (2,57,624) males and 2.37 Lac (2,37,074) females, which is 15.27% of Ballia District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 921 females for every 1000 males.
Ballia Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Ballia District is 1.10 Lac (1,10,114) with 56.82 k (56,817) males and 53.30 k (53,297) females, which is 3.4% of Ballia District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 939 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Ballia
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 937 |
| Urban Area | 915 |
| Rural Area | 939 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Ballia
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 936 |
| Muslim | 960 |
| Religion not stated | 923 |
| Christian | 868 |
Ballia Area & Households
The Total Area of Ballia District is 2,981 Square KM, with a population density of 1,087 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Ballia District are 11 and the Total Number of Villages in Ballia District are 2,361.The Total Number of households in Ballia District are 4.80 Lac(4,80,268).
Ballia Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Ballia District, there are about 10.19 Lac (10,19,483) workers, making up nearly 31.47% of the Ballia District total population. Out of these, around 7.23 Lac (7,23,060) are male workers, and about 2.96 Lac (2,96,423) are female workers.
Ballia - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Ballia district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 9,42,234, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 32,39,774 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 22.56% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1911 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 12.45%.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.
Ballia District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 9,42,234 to 32,39,774.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 22.56%.
- The year 1911 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 9.42 Lac | - | - | 4.52 Lac | 4.90 Lac |
| 1911 | 8.08 Lac | -1.34 Lac | -14.25569445 | 4.05 Lac | 4.03 Lac |
| 1921 | 7.94 Lac | -14.15 k | -1.751799701 | 4.07 Lac | 3.86 Lac |
| 1931 | 8.72 Lac | 78.42 k | 9.879321053 | 4.48 Lac | 4.24 Lac |
| 1941 | 10.07 Lac | 1.35 Lac | 15.49467597 | 5.07 Lac | 5.00 Lac |
| 1951 | 11.42 Lac | 1.34 Lac | 13.34444535 | 5.59 Lac | 5.82 Lac |
| 1961 | 12.81 Lac | 1.39 Lac | 12.15496712 | 6.29 Lac | 6.52 Lac |
| 1971 | 15.09 Lac | 2.29 Lac | 17.85645954 | 7.64 Lac | 7.45 Lac |
| 1981 | 18.50 Lac | 3.41 Lac | 22.5621069 | 9.32 Lac | 9.17 Lac |
| 1991 | 22.62 Lac | 4.12 Lac | 22.26496251 | 11.62 Lac | 11.00 Lac |
| 2001 | 27.61 Lac | 4.99 Lac | 22.07227763 | 14.13 Lac | 13.47 Lac |
| 2011 | 32.40 Lac | 4.79 Lac | 17.35475521 | 16.73 Lac | 15.67 Lac |
Ballia - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 38.46 Lac (38,46,271) | 18.72% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 38.85 Lac (38,84,674) | 19.91% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 39.18 Lac (39,17,729) | 20.93% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 39.47 Lac (39,46,977) | 21.83% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 39.76 Lac (39,76,225) | 22.73% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 40.05 Lac (40,05,473) | 23.63% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 40.35 Lac (40,34,721) | 24.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 40.60 Lac (40,60,066) | 25.32% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 40.83 Lac (40,82,632) | 26.02% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 41.05 Lac (41,05,214) | 26.71% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 41.28 Lac (41,27,781) | 27.41% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 41.50 Lac (41,50,363) | 28.11% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 41.73 Lac (41,72,930) | 28.8% | 0.69 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Ballia District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 41.73 Lac (41,72,930), with a male population of 21.34 Lac (21,33,771) and a female population of 20.40 Lac (20,39,706). This reflects a total growth of 28.8% from Ballia District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.15%.