Burdwan - I Population
As per the 2011 Census, Burdwan - I Tehsil has a population of 2.16 Lac (2,15,943) with 1.10 Lac (1,09,841) males and 1.06 Lac (1,06,102) females.The sex ratio in Burdwan - I is 966, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Burdwan - I Tehsil is 23.37 k (23,365) which is 10.82% of Burdwan - I Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Burdwan - I Tehsil is 981 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Burdwan - I Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Barddhaman District in the state of WEST BENGAL in India.
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Burdwan - I Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Burdwan - I Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 2.35 Lac (2,35,068), indicating a 8.86% increased from Burdwan - I's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.19 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.16 Lac.
Burdwan - I Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Burdwan - I Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 2.36 Lac (2,36,196), projecting a 9.38% increased from Burdwan - I's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.19 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.17 Lac.
Burdwan - I Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Burdwan - I Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 1.53 Lac (1,52,908), accounting for 70.81% of the Burdwan - I Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 77.78 k (77,781), and the Hindu female population is around 75.13 k (75,127).
Burdwan - I Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Burdwan - I Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 61.28 k (61,283), accounting for 28.38% of the Burdwan - I Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 31.21 k (31,211), and the Muslim female population is around 30.07 k (30,072).
Burdwan - I Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,52,908 | 70.81% |
| Muslim | 61,283 | 28.38% |
| Christian | 750 | 0.35% |
| Religion not stated | 723 | 0.33% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 181 | 0.08% |
| Sikh | 76 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 11 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 11 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBurdwan - I Urban Population
The Urban population of Burdwan - I Tehsil is 40.11 k (40,107), with 20.37 k (20,370) being males and 19.74 k (19,737) being females, making up 18.57% of the Burdwan - I total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 969 females for every 1000 males.
Burdwan - I Rural Population
The Rural population of Burdwan - I Tehsil is 1.76 Lac (1,75,836), with 89.47 k (89,471) being males and 86.37 k (86,365) being females, making up 81.43% of the Burdwan - I total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 966 females for every 1000 males.
Burdwan - I Literacy Rate
Burdwan - I Tehsil has a literacy rate of 76.07% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Burdwan - I Tehsil is 82.21 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Burdwan - I Tehsil is 69.7 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Burdwan - I Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.55%, while in the rural regions of Burdwan - I Tehsil, it is around 74.8%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Burdwan - I
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76.07 | 82.21 | 69.7 |
| Urban Area | 81.55 | 86.86 | 76.07 |
| Rural Area | 74.8 | 81.14 | 68.22 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Burdwan - I
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 74.84 | 81.52 | 67.92 |
| Muslim | 79.37 | 84.08 | 74.46 |
| Christian | 67.27 | 77.34 | 57.23 |
| Religion not stated | 74.68 | 83.1 | 67.54 |
Burdwan - I Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Burdwan - I Tehsil is 65.03 k (65,028) with 32.90 k (32,895) males and 32.13 k (32,133) females, which is 30.11% of Burdwan - I Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 977 females for every 1000 males.
Burdwan - I Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Burdwan - I Tehsil is 12.13 k (12,127) with 5.94 k (5,942) males and 6.19 k (6,185) females, which is 5.62% of Burdwan - I Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1041 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Burdwan - I
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 |
| Urban Area | 969 |
| Rural Area | 966 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Burdwan - I
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 966 |
| Muslim | 964 |
| Christian | 1039 |
| Religion not stated | 1152 |
Burdwan - I Area & Households
The Total Area of Burdwan - I Tehsil is 247.64 Square KM, with a population density of 872 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Burdwan - I Tehsil are 4 and the Total Number of Villages in Burdwan - I Tehsil are 76.The Total Number of households in Burdwan - I Tehsil are 49.70 k(49,695).
Burdwan - I Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Burdwan - I Tehsil, there are about 86.97 k (86,966) workers, making up nearly 40.27% of the Burdwan - I Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 66.33 k (66,330) are male workers, and about 20.64 k (20,636) are female workers.
Burdwan - I - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2.35 Lac (2,35,068) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 2.36 Lac (2,36,196) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 2.37 Lac (2,37,119) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 2.38 Lac (2,37,893) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 2.39 Lac (2,38,668) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 2.39 Lac (2,39,442) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 2.40 Lac (2,40,217) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 2.41 Lac (2,40,749) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 2.41 Lac (2,41,109) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 2.41 Lac (2,41,470) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 2.42 Lac (2,41,830) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 2.42 Lac (2,42,190) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 2.43 Lac (2,42,548) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Burdwan - I Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 2.43 Lac (2,42,548), with a male population of 1.22 Lac (1,21,712) and a female population of 1.21 Lac (1,20,866). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Burdwan - I Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.29%.