Balagarh Population
As per the 2011 Census, Balagarh Tehsil has a population of 2.29 Lac (2,28,998) with 1.17 Lac (1,16,828) males and 1.12 Lac (1,12,170) females.The sex ratio in Balagarh is 961, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Balagarh Tehsil is 21.40 k (21,396) which is 9.34% of Balagarh Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Balagarh Tehsil is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Balagarh Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Hugli District in the state of WEST BENGAL in India.
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Balagarh Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Balagarh Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 2.49 Lac (2,49,279), indicating a 8.86% increased from Balagarh's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.26 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.23 Lac.
Balagarh Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Balagarh Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 2.50 Lac (2,50,475), projecting a 9.38% increased from Balagarh's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.27 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.24 Lac.
Balagarh Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Balagarh Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 2.04 Lac (2,04,353), accounting for 89.24% of the Balagarh Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.05 Lac (1,04,688), and the Hindu female population is around 99.67 k (99,665).
Balagarh Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Balagarh Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 20.19 k (20,185), accounting for 8.81% of the Balagarh Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 9.98 k (9,981), and the Muslim female population is around 10.20 k (10,204).
Balagarh Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 2,04,353 | 89.24% |
| Muslim | 20,185 | 8.81% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 4,153 | 1.81% |
| Religion not stated | 175 | 0.08% |
| Christian | 62 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 43 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 15 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 12 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBalagarh Urban Population
The Urban population of Balagarh Tehsil is 28.19 k (28,188), with 14.34 k (14,340) being males and 13.85 k (13,848) being females, making up 12.31% of the Balagarh total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 966 females for every 1000 males.
Balagarh Rural Population
The Rural population of Balagarh Tehsil is 2.01 Lac (2,00,810), with 1.02 Lac (1,02,488) being males and 98.32 k (98,322) being females, making up 87.69% of the Balagarh total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 960 females for every 1000 males.
Balagarh Literacy Rate
Balagarh Tehsil has a literacy rate of 76.94% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Balagarh Tehsil is 82.36 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Balagarh Tehsil is 71.3 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Balagarh Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.99%, while in the rural regions of Balagarh Tehsil, it is around 76.23%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Balagarh
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76.94 | 82.36 | 71.3 |
| Urban Area | 81.99 | 85.97 | 77.84 |
| Rural Area | 76.23 | 81.85 | 70.38 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Balagarh
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 77.14 | 82.72 | 71.28 |
| Muslim | 78.4 | 80.7 | 76.16 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 60.18 | 71.44 | 49.63 |
| Religion not stated | 67.33 | 78.87 | 56.96 |
Balagarh Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Balagarh Tehsil is 93.40 k (93,402) with 47.86 k (47,857) males and 45.55 k (45,545) females, which is 40.79% of Balagarh Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 952 females for every 1000 males.
Balagarh Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Balagarh Tehsil is 21.13 k (21,129) with 10.39 k (10,393) males and 10.74 k (10,736) females, which is 9.23% of Balagarh Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1034 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Balagarh
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 961 |
| Urban Area | 966 |
| Rural Area | 960 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Balagarh
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 953 |
| Muslim | 1023 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1074 |
| Religion not stated | 1059 |
Balagarh Area & Households
The Total Area of Balagarh Tehsil is 198.83 Square KM, with a population density of 1,152 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Balagarh Tehsil are 4 and the Total Number of Villages in Balagarh Tehsil are 132.The Total Number of households in Balagarh Tehsil are 55.88 k(55,881).
Balagarh Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Balagarh Tehsil, there are about 95.00 k (95,002) workers, making up nearly 41.49% of the Balagarh Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 73.74 k (73,743) are male workers, and about 21.26 k (21,259) are female workers.
Balagarh - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2.49 Lac (2,49,279) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 2.50 Lac (2,50,475) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 2.51 Lac (2,51,454) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 2.52 Lac (2,52,275) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 2.53 Lac (2,53,097) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 2.54 Lac (2,53,918) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 2.55 Lac (2,54,740) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 2.55 Lac (2,55,304) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 2.56 Lac (2,55,686) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 2.56 Lac (2,56,068) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 2.56 Lac (2,56,450) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 2.57 Lac (2,56,832) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 2.57 Lac (2,57,211) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Balagarh Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 2.57 Lac (2,57,211), with a male population of 1.29 Lac (1,29,454) and a female population of 1.28 Lac (1,27,778). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Balagarh Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.29%.