Darjeeling Pulbazar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil has a population of 1.27 Lac (1,26,935) with 63.83 k (63,828) males and 63.11 k (63,107) females.The sex ratio in Darjeeling Pulbazar is 989, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil is 11.70 k (11,696) which is 9.21% of Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil is 938 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Darjeeling Pulbazar Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Darjiling District in the state of WEST BENGAL in India.
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Darjeeling Pulbazar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.38 Lac (1,38,177), indicating a 8.86% increased from Darjeeling Pulbazar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 69.05 k, and the estimated female population is 69.14 k.
Darjeeling Pulbazar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.39 Lac (1,38,840), projecting a 9.38% increased from Darjeeling Pulbazar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 69.35 k, and the estimated female population is 69.51 k.
Darjeeling Pulbazar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 83.17 k (83,166), accounting for 65.52% of the Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 41.87 k (41,874), and the Hindu female population is around 41.29 k (41,292).
Darjeeling Pulbazar Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil, with a total Buddhist population of 24.71 k (24,712), accounting for 19.47% of the Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 12.47 k (12,474), and the Buddhist female population is around 12.24 k (12,238).
Darjeeling Pulbazar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 83,166 | 65.52% |
| Buddhist | 24,712 | 19.47% |
| Christian | 11,897 | 9.37% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 6,167 | 4.86% |
| Muslim | 569 | 0.45% |
| Religion not stated | 329 | 0.26% |
| Jain | 49 | 0.04% |
| Sikh | 46 | 0.04% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDarjeeling Pulbazar Urban Population
The Urban population of Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil is 21.79 k (21,785), with 10.75 k (10,750) being males and 11.04 k (11,035) being females, making up 17.16% of the Darjeeling Pulbazar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1027 females for every 1000 males.
Darjeeling Pulbazar Rural Population
The Rural population of Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil is 1.05 Lac (1,05,150), with 53.08 k (53,078) being males and 52.07 k (52,072) being females, making up 82.84% of the Darjeeling Pulbazar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 982 females for every 1000 males.
Darjeeling Pulbazar Literacy Rate
Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil has a literacy rate of 80.78% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil is 87.61 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil is 73.91 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.71%, while in the rural regions of Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil, it is around 80.59%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Darjeeling Pulbazar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80.78 | 87.61 | 73.91 |
| Urban Area | 81.71 | 89.73 | 73.97 |
| Rural Area | 80.59 | 87.17 | 73.9 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Darjeeling Pulbazar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 80.74 | 87.57 | 73.88 |
| Buddhist | 80.32 | 87.3 | 73.17 |
| Christian | 81.89 | 88.22 | 75.87 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 80.54 | 88.21 | 72.55 |
Darjeeling Pulbazar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil is 5.86 k (5,863) with 2.93 k (2,926) males and 2.94 k (2,937) females, which is 4.62% of Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1004 females for every 1000 males.
Darjeeling Pulbazar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil is 36.56 k (36,563) with 18.46 k (18,458) males and 18.11 k (18,105) females, which is 28.8% of Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 981 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Darjeeling Pulbazar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 989 |
| Urban Area | 1027 |
| Rural Area | 982 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Darjeeling Pulbazar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 987 |
| Buddhist | 982 |
| Christian | 1042 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 964 |
Darjeeling Pulbazar Area & Households
The Total Area of Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil is 516.49 Square KM, with a population density of 246 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil are 4 and the Total Number of Villages in Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil are 43.The Total Number of households in Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil are 27.47 k(27,470).
Darjeeling Pulbazar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil, there are about 52.36 k (52,356) workers, making up nearly 41.25% of the Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 31.38 k (31,377) are male workers, and about 20.98 k (20,979) are female workers.
Darjeeling Pulbazar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.38 Lac (1,38,177) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.39 Lac (1,38,840) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.39 Lac (1,39,383) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.40 Lac (1,39,838) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.40 Lac (1,40,293) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.41 Lac (1,40,749) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.41 Lac (1,41,204) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.42 Lac (1,41,517) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.42 Lac (1,41,728) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.42 Lac (1,41,940) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.42 Lac (1,42,152) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.42 Lac (1,42,364) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.43 Lac (1,42,574) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.43 Lac (1,42,574), with a male population of 70.73 k (70,727) and a female population of 71.89 k (71,888). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Darjeeling Pulbazar Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.29%.