Varanasi Population
As per the 2011 Census, Varanasi District has a population of 36.77 Lac (36,76,841) with 19.22 Lac (19,21,857) males and 17.55 Lac (17,54,984) females.The sex ratio in Varanasi is 914, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Varanasi District is 4.97 Lac (4,97,151) which is 13.52% of Varanasi District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Varanasi District is 885 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Varanasi District is listed as part of UTTAR PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Varanasi Population Census 2011
- Varanasi 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
Varanasi Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Varanasi District current estimated population is projected to be 43.65 Lac (43,65,159), indicating a 18.72% increased from Varanasi's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 22.71 Lac, and the estimated female population is 20.94 Lac.
Varanasi Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Varanasi District estimated population is projected to be 44.09 Lac (44,08,743), projecting a 19.91% increased from Varanasi's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 22.93 Lac, and the estimated female population is 21.16 Lac.
Varanasi Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Varanasi District, with a total Hindu population of 31.08 Lac (31,07,681), accounting for 84.52% of the Varanasi District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 16.25 Lac (16,24,683), and the Hindu female population is around 14.83 Lac (14,82,998).
Varanasi Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Varanasi District, with a total Muslim population of 5.47 Lac (5,46,987), accounting for 14.88% of the Varanasi District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.86 Lac (2,85,622), and the Muslim female population is around 2.61 Lac (2,61,365).
Varanasi Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 31,07,681 | 84.52% |
| Muslim | 5,46,987 | 14.88% |
| Religion not stated | 7,826 | 0.21% |
| Christian | 7,696 | 0.21% |
| Sikh | 3,309 | 0.09% |
| Jain | 1,898 | 0.05% |
| Buddhist | 1,146 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 298 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationVaranasi Urban Population
The Urban population of Varanasi District is 15.97 Lac (15,97,051), with 8.45 Lac (8,45,331) being males and 7.52 Lac (7,51,720) being females, making up 43.44% of the Varanasi total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 890 females for every 1000 males.
Varanasi Rural Population
The Rural population of Varanasi District is 20.80 Lac (20,79,790), with 10.77 Lac (10,76,526) being males and 10.03 Lac (10,03,264) being females, making up 56.56% of the Varanasi total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 932 females for every 1000 males.
Varanasi Literacy Rate
Varanasi District has a literacy rate of 75.6% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Varanasi District is 83.78 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Varanasi District is 66.69 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Varanasi District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 78.41%, while in the rural regions of Varanasi District, it is around 73.38%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Varanasi
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75.6 | 83.78 | 66.69 |
| Urban Area | 78.41 | 83.3 | 72.92 |
| Rural Area | 73.38 | 84.17 | 61.89 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Varanasi
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 77.68 | 86.37 | 68.22 |
| Muslim | 63.3 | 68.7 | 57.39 |
| Religion not stated | 75.86 | 82.41 | 68.5 |
| Christian | 81.25 | 85.73 | 76.51 |
Varanasi Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Varanasi District is 4.87 Lac (4,86,958) with 2.56 Lac (2,56,483) males and 2.30 Lac (2,30,475) females, which is 13.24% of Varanasi District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 899 females for every 1000 males.
Varanasi Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Varanasi District is 28.62 k (28,617) with 14.99 k (14,992) males and 13.63 k (13,625) females, which is 0.78% of Varanasi District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 909 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Varanasi
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 914 |
| Urban Area | 890 |
| Rural Area | 932 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Varanasi
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 913 |
| Muslim | 916 |
| Religion not stated | 876 |
| Christian | 956 |
Varanasi Area & Households
The Total Area of Varanasi District is 1,535 Square KM, with a population density of 2,395 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Varanasi District are 39 and the Total Number of Villages in Varanasi District are 1,295.The Total Number of households in Varanasi District are 5.60 Lac(5,60,162).
Varanasi Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Varanasi District, there are about 12.21 Lac (12,20,708) workers, making up nearly 33.2% of the Varanasi District total population. Out of these, around 9.21 Lac (9,21,234) are male workers, and about 2.99 Lac (2,99,474) are female workers.
Varanasi - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Varanasi district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,81,858, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 36,76,841 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 30.65% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 16.95%.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.
Varanasi District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 6,81,858 to 36,76,841.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 30.65%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 6.82 Lac | - | - | 3.41 Lac | 3.41 Lac |
| 1911 | 6.85 Lac | 3.53 k | 0.52 | 3.44 Lac | 3.42 Lac |
| 1921 | 6.96 Lac | 10.80 k | 1.58 | 3.54 Lac | 3.42 Lac |
| 1931 | 7.45 Lac | 49.13 k | 7.06 | 3.81 Lac | 3.64 Lac |
| 1941 | 8.84 Lac | 1.39 Lac | 18.64 | 4.52 Lac | 4.32 Lac |
| 1951 | 10.48 Lac | 1.63 Lac | 18.47 | 5.45 Lac | 5.03 Lac |
| 1961 | 12.41 Lac | 1.94 Lac | 18.49 | 6.48 Lac | 5.93 Lac |
| 1971 | 15.14 Lac | 2.73 Lac | 22.01 | 8.03 Lac | 7.11 Lac |
| 1981 | 19.20 Lac | 4.05 Lac | 26.76 | 10.15 Lac | 9.04 Lac |
| 1991 | 25.08 Lac | 5.88 Lac | 30.65 | 13.27 Lac | 11.81 Lac |
| 2001 | 31.39 Lac | 6.31 Lac | 25.14 | 16.49 Lac | 14.89 Lac |
| 2011 | 36.77 Lac | 5.38 Lac | 17.14642917 | 19.22 Lac | 17.55 Lac |
Varanasi - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 43.65 Lac (43,65,159) | 18.72% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 44.09 Lac (44,08,743) | 19.91% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 44.46 Lac (44,46,256) | 20.93% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 44.79 Lac (44,79,450) | 21.83% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 45.13 Lac (45,12,644) | 22.73% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 45.46 Lac (45,45,837) | 23.63% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 45.79 Lac (45,79,031) | 24.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 46.08 Lac (46,07,795) | 25.32% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 46.33 Lac (46,33,406) | 26.02% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 46.59 Lac (46,59,035) | 26.71% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 46.85 Lac (46,84,646) | 27.41% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 47.10 Lac (47,10,275) | 28.11% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 47.36 Lac (47,35,885) | 28.8% | 0.69 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Varanasi District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 47.36 Lac (47,35,885), with a male population of 24.51 Lac (24,51,310) and a female population of 22.85 Lac (22,84,585). This reflects a total growth of 28.8% from Varanasi District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.15%.