Birbhum Population
As per the 2011 Census, Birbhum District has a population of 35.02 Lac (35,02,404) with 17.91 Lac (17,90,920) males and 17.11 Lac (17,11,484) females.The sex ratio in Birbhum is 956, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Birbhum District is 4.48 Lac (4,48,485) which is 12.81% of Birbhum District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Birbhum District is 960 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Birbhum District is listed as part of WEST BENGAL State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Birbhum Population Census 2011
- Birbhum 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
Birbhum Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Birbhum District current estimated population is projected to be 38.13 Lac (38,12,588), indicating a 8.86% increased from Birbhum's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 19.38 Lac, and the estimated female population is 18.75 Lac.
Birbhum Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Birbhum District estimated population is projected to be 38.31 Lac (38,30,879), projecting a 9.38% increased from Birbhum's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 19.46 Lac, and the estimated female population is 18.85 Lac.
Birbhum Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Birbhum District, with a total Hindu population of 21.82 Lac (21,81,515), accounting for 62.29% of the Birbhum District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 11.16 Lac (11,15,664), and the Hindu female population is around 10.66 Lac (10,65,851).
Birbhum Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Birbhum District, with a total Muslim population of 12.98 Lac (12,98,054), accounting for 37.06% of the Birbhum District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 6.64 Lac (6,63,930), and the Muslim female population is around 6.34 Lac (6,34,124).
Birbhum Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 21,81,515 | 62.29% |
| Muslim | 12,98,054 | 37.06% |
| Christian | 10,906 | 0.31% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 6,051 | 0.17% |
| Religion not stated | 3,886 | 0.11% |
| Jain | 1,152 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 582 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 258 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBirbhum Urban Population
The Urban population of Birbhum District is 4.49 Lac (4,49,448), with 2.29 Lac (2,28,944) being males and 2.21 Lac (2,20,504) being females, making up 12.83% of the Birbhum total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 964 females for every 1000 males.
Birbhum Rural Population
The Rural population of Birbhum District is 30.53 Lac (30,52,956), with 15.62 Lac (15,61,976) being males and 14.91 Lac (14,90,980) being females, making up 87.17% of the Birbhum total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 955 females for every 1000 males.
Birbhum Literacy Rate
Birbhum District has a literacy rate of 70.68% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Birbhum District is 76.92 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Birbhum District is 64.14 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Birbhum District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.07%, while in the rural regions of Birbhum District, it is around 69.1%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Birbhum
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70.68 | 76.92 | 64.14 |
| Urban Area | 81.07 | 85.97 | 76.01 |
| Rural Area | 69.1 | 75.56 | 62.33 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Birbhum
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 70.95 | 78.09 | 63.46 |
| Muslim | 70.31 | 74.93 | 65.47 |
| Christian | 67.44 | 75.43 | 60 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 49.49 | 61.17 | 38.24 |
Birbhum Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Birbhum District is 10.33 Lac (10,33,140) with 5.29 Lac (5,29,001) males and 5.04 Lac (5,04,139) females, which is 29.5% of Birbhum District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Birbhum Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Birbhum District is 2.42 Lac (2,42,484) with 1.20 Lac (1,19,787) males and 1.23 Lac (1,22,697) females, which is 6.92% of Birbhum District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1025 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Birbhum
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 956 |
| Urban Area | 964 |
| Rural Area | 955 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Birbhum
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 956 |
| Muslim | 956 |
| Christian | 1053 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1037 |
Birbhum Area & Households
The Total Area of Birbhum District is 4,545 Square KM, with a population density of 771 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Birbhum District are 20 and the Total Number of Villages in Birbhum District are 2,455.The Total Number of households in Birbhum District are 8.18 Lac(8,17,899).
Birbhum Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Birbhum District, there are about 13.32 Lac (13,31,603) workers, making up nearly 38.02% of the Birbhum District total population. Out of these, around 10.30 Lac (10,29,770) are male workers, and about 3.02 Lac (3,01,833) are female workers.
Birbhum - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Birbhum district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 9,06,891, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 35,02,404 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 35.55% 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 13.67%.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.
Birbhum District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 9,06,891 to 35,02,404.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 35.55%.
- 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 | 9.07 Lac | --- | --- | 4.47 Lac | 4.60 Lac |
| 1911 | 9.40 Lac | 33.27 k | 3.668687858 | 4.66 Lac | 4.74 Lac |
| 1921 | 8.52 Lac | -88.44 k | -9.406570357 | 4.25 Lac | 4.27 Lac |
| 1931 | 9.48 Lac | 95.83 k | 11.25116675 | 4.73 Lac | 4.75 Lac |
| 1941 | 10.48 Lac | 1.01 Lac | 10.63401136 | 5.25 Lac | 5.24 Lac |
| 1951 | 10.67 Lac | 18.57 k | 1.771601529 | 5.40 Lac | 5.27 Lac |
| 1961 | 14.46 Lac | 3.79 Lac | 35.54905899 | 7.33 Lac | 7.13 Lac |
| 1971 | 17.76 Lac | 3.30 Lac | 22.80186536 | 9.02 Lac | 8.73 Lac |
| 1981 | 20.96 Lac | 3.20 Lac | 18.01443655 | 10.68 Lac | 10.28 Lac |
| 1991 | 25.56 Lac | 4.60 Lac | 21.94048274 | 13.13 Lac | 12.42 Lac |
| 2001 | 30.15 Lac | 4.60 Lac | 17.98976704 | 15.47 Lac | 14.69 Lac |
| 2011 | 35.02 Lac | 4.87 Lac | 16.14971304 | 17.91 Lac | 17.11 Lac |
Birbhum - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 38.13 Lac (38,12,588) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 38.31 Lac (38,30,879) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 38.46 Lac (38,45,848) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 38.58 Lac (38,58,411) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 38.71 Lac (38,70,974) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 38.84 Lac (38,83,537) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 38.96 Lac (38,96,100) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 39.05 Lac (39,04,730) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 39.11 Lac (39,10,573) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 39.16 Lac (39,16,415) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 39.22 Lac (39,22,258) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 39.28 Lac (39,28,100) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 39.34 Lac (39,33,904) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Birbhum District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 39.34 Lac (39,33,904), with a male population of 19.84 Lac (19,84,470) and a female population of 19.50 Lac (19,49,626). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Birbhum District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.49%.