Bareilly Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bareilly District has a population of 44.48 Lac (44,48,359) with 23.58 Lac (23,57,665) males and 20.91 Lac (20,90,694) females.The sex ratio in Bareilly is 887, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bareilly District is 7.01 Lac (7,01,416) which is 15.77% of Bareilly District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bareilly District is 903 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Bareilly District is listed as part of UTTAR PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Bareilly Population Census 2011
- Bareilly 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
Bareilly Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bareilly District current estimated population is projected to be 52.81 Lac (52,81,108), indicating a 18.72% increased from Bareilly's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 27.86 Lac, and the estimated female population is 24.94 Lac.
Bareilly Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bareilly District estimated population is projected to be 53.34 Lac (53,33,837), projecting a 19.91% increased from Bareilly's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 28.13 Lac, and the estimated female population is 25.20 Lac.
Bareilly Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bareilly District, with a total Hindu population of 28.31 Lac (28,30,768), accounting for 63.64% of the Bareilly District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 15.12 Lac (15,12,355), and the Hindu female population is around 13.18 Lac (13,18,413).
Bareilly Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Bareilly District, with a total Muslim population of 15.37 Lac (15,36,534), accounting for 34.54% of the Bareilly District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 8.03 Lac (8,02,522), and the Muslim female population is around 7.34 Lac (7,34,012).
Bareilly Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 28,30,768 | 63.64% |
| Muslim | 15,36,534 | 34.54% |
| Religion not stated | 32,407 | 0.73% |
| Sikh | 28,187 | 0.63% |
| Christian | 14,822 | 0.33% |
| Buddhist | 4,371 | 0.1% |
| Jain | 931 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 339 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBareilly Urban Population
The Urban population of Bareilly District is 15.68 Lac (15,68,409), with 8.27 Lac (8,27,309) being males and 7.41 Lac (7,41,100) being females, making up 35.26% of the Bareilly total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 896 females for every 1000 males.
Bareilly Rural Population
The Rural population of Bareilly District is 28.80 Lac (28,79,950), with 15.30 Lac (15,30,356) being males and 13.50 Lac (13,49,594) being females, making up 64.74% of the Bareilly total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 882 females for every 1000 males.
Bareilly Literacy Rate
Bareilly District has a literacy rate of 58.49% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bareilly District is 67.5 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bareilly District is 48.3 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Bareilly District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 63.05%, while in the rural regions of Bareilly District, it is around 55.89%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bareilly
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 58.49 | 67.5 | 48.3 |
| Urban Area | 63.05 | 68.95 | 56.46 |
| Rural Area | 55.89 | 66.68 | 43.59 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bareilly
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 64.27 | 73.59 | 53.55 |
| Muslim | 47.09 | 55.38 | 38 |
| Religion not stated | 61.78 | 71.4 | 51.27 |
| Sikh | 81.06 | 85.91 | 75.63 |
Bareilly Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bareilly District is 5.57 Lac (5,57,150) with 2.96 Lac (2,95,964) males and 2.61 Lac (2,61,186) females, which is 12.52% of Bareilly District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 883 females for every 1000 males.
Bareilly Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bareilly District is 3.23 k (3,227) with 1.66 k (1,664) males and 1.56 k (1,563) females, which is 0.07% of Bareilly District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 940 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bareilly
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 887 |
| Urban Area | 896 |
| Rural Area | 882 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bareilly
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 872 |
| Muslim | 915 |
| Religion not stated | 893 |
| Sikh | 883 |
Bareilly Area & Households
The Total Area of Bareilly District is 4,120 Square KM, with a population density of 1,080 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bareilly District are 31 and the Total Number of Villages in Bareilly District are 2,051.The Total Number of households in Bareilly District are 7.57 Lac(7,56,784).
Bareilly Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bareilly District, there are about 14.02 Lac (14,01,971) workers, making up nearly 31.52% of the Bareilly District total population. Out of these, around 11.53 Lac (11,53,006) are male workers, and about 2.49 Lac (2,48,965) are female workers.
Bareilly - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Bareilly district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 10,89,874, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 44,48,359 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 27.71% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 14.21%.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.
Bareilly District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 10,89,874 to 44,48,359.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 27.71%.
- The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 10.90 Lac | - | - | 5.85 Lac | 5.05 Lac |
| 1911 | 10.94 Lac | 4.55 k | 0.42 | 5.94 Lac | 5.01 Lac |
| 1921 | 10.14 Lac | -80.77 k | -7.38 | 5.45 Lac | 4.69 Lac |
| 1931 | 10.72 Lac | 58.49 k | 5.77 | 5.80 Lac | 4.92 Lac |
| 1941 | 11.76 Lac | 1.04 Lac | 9.68 | 6.37 Lac | 5.39 Lac |
| 1951 | 12.69 Lac | 93.02 k | 7.91 | 6.88 Lac | 5.81 Lac |
| 1961 | 14.78 Lac | 2.10 Lac | 16.51 | 8.06 Lac | 6.72 Lac |
| 1971 | 17.80 Lac | 3.01 Lac | 20.38 | 9.80 Lac | 8.00 Lac |
| 1981 | 22.73 Lac | 4.93 Lac | 27.71 | 12.42 Lac | 10.31 Lac |
| 1991 | 28.35 Lac | 5.62 Lac | 24.71 | 15.41 Lac | 12.94 Lac |
| 2001 | 36.19 Lac | 7.84 Lac | 27.66 | 19.34 Lac | 16.84 Lac |
| 2011 | 44.48 Lac | 8.30 Lac | 22.93076113 | 23.58 Lac | 20.91 Lac |
Bareilly - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 52.81 Lac (52,81,108) | 18.72% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 53.34 Lac (53,33,837) | 19.91% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 53.79 Lac (53,79,222) | 20.93% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 54.19 Lac (54,19,381) | 21.83% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 54.60 Lac (54,59,540) | 22.73% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 55.00 Lac (54,99,698) | 23.63% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 55.40 Lac (55,39,857) | 24.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 55.75 Lac (55,74,657) | 25.32% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 56.06 Lac (56,05,642) | 26.02% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 56.37 Lac (56,36,648) | 26.71% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 56.68 Lac (56,67,633) | 27.41% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 56.99 Lac (56,98,640) | 28.11% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 57.30 Lac (57,29,624) | 28.8% | 0.69 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bareilly District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 57.30 Lac (57,29,624), with a male population of 30.07 Lac (30,07,179) and a female population of 27.22 Lac (27,21,602). This reflects a total growth of 28.8% from Bareilly District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.15%.