Hugli Population
As per the 2011 Census, Hugli District has a population of 55.19 Lac (55,19,145) with 28.15 Lac (28,14,653) males and 27.04 Lac (27,04,492) females.The sex ratio in Hugli is 961, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Hugli District is 5.33 Lac (5,33,210) which is 9.66% of Hugli District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Hugli District is 953 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Hugli District is listed as part of WEST BENGAL State in INDIA.
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Hugli Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Hugli District current estimated population is projected to be 60.08 Lac (60,07,938), indicating a 8.86% increased from Hugli 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 30.45 Lac, and the estimated female population is 29.63 Lac.
Hugli Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Hugli District estimated population is projected to be 60.37 Lac (60,36,761), projecting a 9.38% increased from Hugli 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 30.58 Lac, and the estimated female population is 29.79 Lac.
Hugli Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Hugli District, with a total Hindu population of 45.75 Lac (45,74,569), accounting for 82.89% of the Hugli District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 23.34 Lac (23,34,344), and the Hindu female population is around 22.40 Lac (22,40,225).
Hugli Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Hugli District, with a total Muslim population of 8.70 Lac (8,70,204), accounting for 15.77% of the Hugli District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 4.43 Lac (4,43,032), and the Muslim female population is around 4.27 Lac (4,27,172).
Hugli Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 45,74,569 | 82.89% |
| Muslim | 8,70,204 | 15.77% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 49,050 | 0.89% |
| Religion not stated | 11,470 | 0.21% |
| Christian | 7,300 | 0.13% |
| Sikh | 2,662 | 0.05% |
| Jain | 2,160 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 1,730 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationHugli Urban Population
The Urban population of Hugli District is 21.28 Lac (21,28,499), with 10.92 Lac (10,91,708) being males and 10.37 Lac (10,36,791) being females, making up 38.57% of the Hugli total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 950 females for every 1000 males.
Hugli Rural Population
The Rural population of Hugli District is 33.91 Lac (33,90,646), with 17.23 Lac (17,22,945) being males and 16.68 Lac (16,67,701) being females, making up 61.43% of the Hugli total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 968 females for every 1000 males.
Hugli Literacy Rate
Hugli District has a literacy rate of 81.8% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Hugli District is 87.03 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Hugli District is 76.36 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Hugli District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.91%, while in the rural regions of Hugli District, it is around 78.53%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Hugli
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81.8 | 87.03 | 76.36 |
| Urban Area | 86.91 | 90.51 | 83.12 |
| Rural Area | 78.53 | 84.78 | 72.09 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Hugli
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 82.04 | 87.43 | 76.43 |
| Muslim | 81.44 | 85.47 | 77.26 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 63.82 | 75.46 | 52.52 |
| Religion not stated | 76.75 | 78.91 | 74.3 |
Hugli Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Hugli District is 13.44 Lac (13,44,021) with 6.81 Lac (6,80,992) males and 6.63 Lac (6,63,029) females, which is 24.35% of Hugli District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 974 females for every 1000 males.
Hugli Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Hugli District is 2.29 Lac (2,29,243) with 1.13 Lac (1,13,249) males and 1.16 Lac (1,15,994) females, which is 4.15% of Hugli District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1025 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Hugli
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 961 |
| Urban Area | 950 |
| Rural Area | 968 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Hugli
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 960 |
| Muslim | 965 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1026 |
| Religion not stated | 886 |
Hugli Area & Households
The Total Area of Hugli District is 3,149 Square KM, with a population density of 1,753 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Hugli District are 77 and the Total Number of Villages in Hugli District are 1,866.The Total Number of households in Hugli District are 12.87 Lac(12,87,423).
Hugli Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Hugli District, there are about 21.53 Lac (21,52,870) workers, making up nearly 39.01% of the Hugli District total population. Out of these, around 17.14 Lac (17,13,608) are male workers, and about 4.39 Lac (4,39,262) are female workers.
Hugli - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Hugli district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 10,76,416, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 55,19,145 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 39.02% 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 16.60%.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.
Hugli District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 10,76,416 to 55,19,145.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 39.02%.
- 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 | 10.76 Lac | --- | --- | 5.43 Lac | 5.33 Lac |
| 1911 | 11.16 Lac | 39.51 k | 3.670606903 | 5.70 Lac | 5.46 Lac |
| 1921 | 11.06 Lac | -10.02 k | -0.897908197 | 5.76 Lac | 5.30 Lac |
| 1931 | 11.42 Lac | 35.65 k | 3.223688791 | 6.08 Lac | 5.34 Lac |
| 1941 | 14.16 Lac | 2.74 Lac | 24.03522204 | 7.60 Lac | 6.56 Lac |
| 1951 | 16.05 Lac | 1.89 Lac | 13.35302352 | 8.53 Lac | 7.52 Lac |
| 1961 | 22.31 Lac | 6.26 Lac | 39.02071272 | 11.79 Lac | 10.52 Lac |
| 1971 | 28.72 Lac | 6.41 Lac | 28.72009351 | 15.15 Lac | 13.57 Lac |
| 1981 | 35.57 Lac | 6.85 Lac | 23.85662696 | 18.64 Lac | 16.94 Lac |
| 1991 | 43.55 Lac | 7.98 Lac | 22.43056965 | 22.72 Lac | 20.83 Lac |
| 2001 | 50.42 Lac | 6.87 Lac | 15.76830615 | 25.90 Lac | 24.52 Lac |
| 2011 | 55.19 Lac | 4.77 Lac | 9.463928428 | 28.15 Lac | 27.04 Lac |
Hugli - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 60.08 Lac (60,07,938) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 60.37 Lac (60,36,761) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 60.60 Lac (60,60,349) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 60.80 Lac (60,80,146) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 61.00 Lac (60,99,943) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 61.20 Lac (61,19,741) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 61.40 Lac (61,39,538) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 61.53 Lac (61,53,137) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 61.62 Lac (61,62,344) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 61.72 Lac (61,71,550) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 61.81 Lac (61,80,757) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 61.90 Lac (61,89,964) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 61.99 Lac (61,99,110) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Hugli District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 61.99 Lac (61,99,110), with a male population of 31.19 Lac (31,18,840) and a female population of 30.81 Lac (30,80,804). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Hugli District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.49%.