Basti Population
As per the 2011 Census, Basti District has a population of 24.64 Lac (24,64,464) with 12.55 Lac (12,55,272) males and 12.09 Lac (12,09,192) females.The sex ratio in Basti is 964, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Basti District is 3.91 Lac (3,90,969) which is 15.86% of Basti District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Basti District is 929 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Basti District is listed as part of UTTAR PRADESH State in INDIA.
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Basti Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Basti District current estimated population is projected to be 29.26 Lac (29,25,821), indicating a 18.72% increased from Basti's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 14.84 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.43 Lac.
Basti Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Basti District estimated population is projected to be 29.55 Lac (29,55,033), projecting a 19.91% increased from Basti's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 14.98 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.58 Lac.
Basti Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Basti District, with a total Hindu population of 20.83 Lac (20,82,976), accounting for 84.52% of the Basti District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 10.68 Lac (10,68,077), and the Hindu female population is around 10.15 Lac (10,14,899).
Basti Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Basti District, with a total Muslim population of 3.65 Lac (3,64,510), accounting for 14.79% of the Basti District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.79 Lac (1,78,512), and the Muslim female population is around 1.86 Lac (1,85,998).
Basti Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 20,82,976 | 84.52% |
| Muslim | 3,64,510 | 14.79% |
| Buddhist | 9,753 | 0.4% |
| Christian | 3,493 | 0.14% |
| Religion not stated | 2,626 | 0.11% |
| Sikh | 900 | 0.04% |
| Jain | 107 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 99 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBasti Urban Population
The Urban population of Basti District is 1.38 Lac (1,38,097), with 72.43 k (72,426) being males and 65.67 k (65,671) being females, making up 5.6% of the Basti total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 907 females for every 1000 males.
Basti Rural Population
The Rural population of Basti District is 23.26 Lac (23,26,367), with 11.83 Lac (11,82,846) being males and 11.44 Lac (11,43,521) being females, making up 94.4% of the Basti total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 967 females for every 1000 males.
Basti Literacy Rate
Basti District has a literacy rate of 67.22% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Basti District is 77.88 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Basti District is 56.23 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Basti District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 82.47%, while in the rural regions of Basti District, it is around 66.27%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Basti
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67.22 | 77.88 | 56.23 |
| Urban Area | 82.47 | 88.05 | 76.33 |
| Rural Area | 66.27 | 77.22 | 55.02 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Basti
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 67.77 | 78.57 | 56.46 |
| Muslim | 64.02 | 73.62 | 54.96 |
| Buddhist | 63.88 | 75.62 | 51.8 |
| Christian | 67.88 | 76.67 | 58.99 |
Basti Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Basti District is 5.14 Lac (5,13,959) with 2.63 Lac (2,62,534) males and 2.51 Lac (2,51,425) females, which is 20.85% of Basti District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 958 females for every 1000 males.
Basti Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Basti District is 3.62 k (3,620) with 1.88 k (1,876) males and 1.74 k (1,744) females, which is 0.15% of Basti District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 930 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Basti
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 964 |
| Urban Area | 907 |
| Rural Area | 967 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Basti
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 951 |
| Muslim | 1042 |
| Buddhist | 961 |
| Christian | 1010 |
Basti Area & Households
The Total Area of Basti District is 2,688 Square KM, with a population density of 917 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Basti District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Basti District are 3,348.The Total Number of households in Basti District are 3.82 Lac(3,82,212).
Basti Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Basti District, there are about 7.84 Lac (7,83,688) workers, making up nearly 31.8% of the Basti District total population. Out of these, around 5.59 Lac (5,58,642) are male workers, and about 2.25 Lac (2,25,046) are female workers.
Basti - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Basti district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,56,285, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 24,64,464 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 23.63% 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 13.06%.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.
Basti District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 6,56,285 to 24,64,464.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 23.63%.
- 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 | 6.56 Lac | - | - | 3.33 Lac | 3.24 Lac |
| 1911 | 6.51 Lac | -5.59 k | -0.85 | 3.29 Lac | 3.21 Lac |
| 1921 | 6.84 Lac | 33.70 k | 5.18 | 3.50 Lac | 3.34 Lac |
| 1931 | 7.39 Lac | 54.32 k | 7.94 | 3.79 Lac | 3.59 Lac |
| 1941 | 7.77 Lac | 38.26 k | 5.18 | 4.00 Lac | 3.77 Lac |
| 1951 | 8.49 Lac | 71.80 k | 9.24 | 4.36 Lac | 4.12 Lac |
| 1961 | 10.11 Lac | 1.62 Lac | 19.08 | 5.22 Lac | 4.89 Lac |
| 1971 | 11.42 Lac | 1.32 Lac | 13.02 | 6.05 Lac | 5.38 Lac |
| 1981 | 13.66 Lac | 2.24 Lac | 19.62 | 7.13 Lac | 6.54 Lac |
| 1991 | 16.86 Lac | 3.20 Lac | 23.41 | 8.84 Lac | 8.02 Lac |
| 2001 | 20.85 Lac | 3.98 Lac | 23.63 | 10.76 Lac | 10.09 Lac |
| 2011 | 24.64 Lac | 3.80 Lac | 18.21025761 | 12.55 Lac | 12.09 Lac |
Basti - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 29.26 Lac (29,25,821) | 18.72% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 29.55 Lac (29,55,033) | 19.91% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 29.80 Lac (29,80,178) | 20.93% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 30.02 Lac (30,02,426) | 21.83% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 30.25 Lac (30,24,675) | 22.73% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 30.47 Lac (30,46,924) | 23.63% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 30.69 Lac (30,69,172) | 24.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 30.88 Lac (30,88,452) | 25.32% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 31.06 Lac (31,05,618) | 26.02% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 31.23 Lac (31,22,796) | 26.71% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 31.40 Lac (31,39,962) | 27.41% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 31.57 Lac (31,57,140) | 28.11% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 31.74 Lac (31,74,306) | 28.8% | 0.69 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Basti District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 31.74 Lac (31,74,306), with a male population of 16.01 Lac (16,01,088) and a female population of 15.74 Lac (15,74,089). This reflects a total growth of 28.8% from Basti District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.84%.