Dakshin Dinajpur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Dakshin Dinajpur District has a population of 16.76 Lac (16,76,276) with 8.57 Lac (8,57,199) males and 8.19 Lac (8,19,077) females.The sex ratio in Dakshin Dinajpur is 956, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Dakshin Dinajpur District is 1.88 Lac (1,88,135) which is 11.22% of Dakshin Dinajpur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Dakshin Dinajpur District is 957 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Dakshin Dinajpur District is listed as part of WEST BENGAL State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Dakshin Dinajpur Population Census 2011
- Dakshin Dinajpur 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
Dakshin Dinajpur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Dakshin Dinajpur District current estimated population is projected to be 18.25 Lac (18,24,733), indicating a 8.86% increased from Dakshin Dinajpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 9.27 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.97 Lac.
Dakshin Dinajpur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Dakshin Dinajpur District estimated population is projected to be 18.33 Lac (18,33,487), projecting a 9.38% increased from Dakshin Dinajpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 9.31 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.02 Lac.
Dakshin Dinajpur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Dakshin Dinajpur District, with a total Hindu population of 12.33 Lac (12,32,850), accounting for 73.55% of the Dakshin Dinajpur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.30 Lac (6,30,344), and the Hindu female population is around 6.03 Lac (6,02,506).
Dakshin Dinajpur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Dakshin Dinajpur District, with a total Muslim population of 4.13 Lac (4,12,788), accounting for 24.63% of the Dakshin Dinajpur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.11 Lac (2,11,350), and the Muslim female population is around 2.01 Lac (2,01,438).
Dakshin Dinajpur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 12,32,850 | 73.55% |
| Muslim | 4,12,788 | 24.63% |
| Christian | 24,794 | 1.48% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2,786 | 0.17% |
| Religion not stated | 2,311 | 0.14% |
| Jain | 323 | 0.02% |
| Sikh | 276 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 148 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDakshin Dinajpur Urban Population
The Urban population of Dakshin Dinajpur District is 2.36 Lac (2,36,295), with 1.19 Lac (1,19,428) being males and 1.17 Lac (1,16,867) being females, making up 14.1% of the Dakshin Dinajpur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 979 females for every 1000 males.
Dakshin Dinajpur Rural Population
The Rural population of Dakshin Dinajpur District is 14.40 Lac (14,39,981), with 7.38 Lac (7,37,771) being males and 7.02 Lac (7,02,210) being females, making up 85.9% of the Dakshin Dinajpur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 952 females for every 1000 males.
Dakshin Dinajpur Literacy Rate
Dakshin Dinajpur District has a literacy rate of 72.82% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Dakshin Dinajpur District is 78.37 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Dakshin Dinajpur District is 67.01 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Dakshin Dinajpur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.68%, while in the rural regions of Dakshin Dinajpur District, it is around 70.1%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Dakshin Dinajpur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72.82 | 78.37 | 67.01 |
| Urban Area | 88.68 | 91.78 | 85.52 |
| Rural Area | 70.1 | 76.11 | 63.79 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Dakshin Dinajpur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 71.68 | 78.12 | 64.95 |
| Muslim | 76.5 | 79.16 | 73.71 |
| Christian | 70.52 | 78.79 | 62.21 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 62.69 | 70.17 | 55.16 |
Dakshin Dinajpur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Dakshin Dinajpur District is 4.83 Lac (4,82,754) with 2.48 Lac (2,48,312) males and 2.34 Lac (2,34,442) females, which is 28.8% of Dakshin Dinajpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 945 females for every 1000 males.
Dakshin Dinajpur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Dakshin Dinajpur District is 2.75 Lac (2,75,366) with 1.38 Lac (1,38,025) males and 1.37 Lac (1,37,341) females, which is 16.43% of Dakshin Dinajpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 996 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Dakshin Dinajpur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 956 |
| Urban Area | 979 |
| Rural Area | 952 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Dakshin Dinajpur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 956 |
| Muslim | 954 |
| Christian | 988 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 990 |
Dakshin Dinajpur Area & Households
The Total Area of Dakshin Dinajpur District is 2,219 Square KM, with a population density of 755 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Dakshin Dinajpur District are 7 and the Total Number of Villages in Dakshin Dinajpur District are 1,631.The Total Number of households in Dakshin Dinajpur District are 3.96 Lac(3,96,406).
Dakshin Dinajpur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Dakshin Dinajpur District, there are about 7.03 Lac (7,02,987) workers, making up nearly 41.94% of the Dakshin Dinajpur District total population. Out of these, around 5.00 Lac (4,99,560) are male workers, and about 2.03 Lac (2,03,427) are female workers.
Dakshin Dinajpur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Dakshin Dinajpur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,40,163, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 16,76,276 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 37.09% 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 16.34%.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.
Dakshin Dinajpur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,40,163 to 16,76,276.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 37.09%.
- 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 | 3.40 Lac | --- | --- | 1.77 Lac | 1.63 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.63 Lac | 23.05 k | 6.775869216 | 1.89 Lac | 1.74 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.19 Lac | -44.04 k | -12.12570069 | 1.65 Lac | 1.54 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.42 Lac | 23.08 k | 7.229689507 | 1.78 Lac | 1.64 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.83 Lac | 40.80 k | 11.92040789 | 2.01 Lac | 1.83 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.48 Lac | 65.23 k | 17.03024734 | 2.34 Lac | 2.14 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.64 Lac | 1.15 Lac | 25.72594947 | 2.92 Lac | 2.72 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.73 Lac | 2.09 Lac | 37.08671784 | 3.98 Lac | 3.75 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.89 Lac | 2.17 Lac | 28.04438934 | 5.08 Lac | 4.81 Lac |
| 1991 | 12.31 Lac | 2.41 Lac | 24.3925466 | 6.33 Lac | 5.98 Lac |
| 2001 | 15.03 Lac | 2.73 Lac | 22.14921405 | 7.70 Lac | 7.33 Lac |
| 2011 | 16.76 Lac | 1.73 Lac | 11.51546923 | 8.57 Lac | 8.19 Lac |
Dakshin Dinajpur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18.25 Lac (18,24,733) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 18.33 Lac (18,33,487) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 18.41 Lac (18,40,651) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 18.47 Lac (18,46,664) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 18.53 Lac (18,52,677) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 18.59 Lac (18,58,689) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 18.65 Lac (18,64,702) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 18.69 Lac (18,68,833) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 18.72 Lac (18,71,629) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 18.74 Lac (18,74,425) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 18.77 Lac (18,77,221) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 18.80 Lac (18,80,018) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 18.83 Lac (18,82,795) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Dakshin Dinajpur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 18.83 Lac (18,82,795), with a male population of 9.50 Lac (9,49,839) and a female population of 9.33 Lac (9,33,046). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Dakshin Dinajpur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.49%.