Farakka Population
As per the 2011 Census, Farakka Tehsil has a population of 2.74 Lac (2,74,111) with 1.39 Lac (1,39,226) males and 1.35 Lac (1,34,885) females.The sex ratio in Farakka is 969, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Farakka Tehsil is 48.77 k (48,767) which is 17.79% of Farakka Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Farakka Tehsil is 959 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Farakka Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Murshidabad District in the state of WEST BENGAL in India.
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Farakka Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Farakka Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 2.98 Lac (2,98,388), indicating a 8.86% increased from Farakka's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.51 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.48 Lac.
Farakka Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Farakka Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 3.00 Lac (2,99,819), projecting a 9.38% increased from Farakka's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.51 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.49 Lac.
Farakka Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Farakka Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 1.84 Lac (1,84,074), accounting for 67.15% of the Farakka Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 92.69 k (92,687), and the Muslim female population is around 91.39 k (91,387).
Farakka Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Farakka Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 88.35 k (88,353), accounting for 32.23% of the Farakka Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 45.69 k (45,690), and the Hindu female population is around 42.66 k (42,663).
Farakka Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 1,84,074 | 67.15% |
| Hindu | 88,353 | 32.23% |
| Christian | 1,221 | 0.45% |
| Religion not stated | 325 | 0.12% |
| Sikh | 56 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 40 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 29 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 13 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationFarakka Urban Population
The Urban population of Farakka Tehsil is 1.06 Lac (1,06,285), with 53.92 k (53,924) being males and 52.36 k (52,361) being females, making up 38.77% of the Farakka total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 972 females for every 1000 males.
Farakka Rural Population
The Rural population of Farakka Tehsil is 1.68 Lac (1,67,826), with 85.30 k (85,302) being males and 82.52 k (82,524) being females, making up 61.23% of the Farakka total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 968 females for every 1000 males.
Farakka Literacy Rate
Farakka Tehsil has a literacy rate of 59.75% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Farakka Tehsil is 65.56 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Farakka Tehsil is 53.77 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Farakka Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 61.87%, while in the rural regions of Farakka Tehsil, it is around 58.39%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Farakka
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59.75 | 65.56 | 53.77 |
| Urban Area | 61.87 | 67.21 | 56.37 |
| Rural Area | 58.39 | 64.49 | 52.09 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Farakka
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 56.63 | 62.1 | 51.1 |
| Hindu | 65.72 | 71.94 | 59.06 |
| Christian | 60.99 | 69 | 53.66 |
| Religion not stated | 66.67 | 76.47 | 55.96 |
Farakka Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Farakka Tehsil is 32.69 k (32,689) with 16.93 k (16,928) males and 15.76 k (15,761) females, which is 11.93% of Farakka Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 932 females for every 1000 males.
Farakka Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Farakka Tehsil is 5.17 k (5,165) with 2.61 k (2,608) males and 2.56 k (2,557) females, which is 1.88% of Farakka Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 981 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Farakka
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 969 |
| Urban Area | 972 |
| Rural Area | 968 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Farakka
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 986 |
| Hindu | 934 |
| Christian | 1035 |
| Religion not stated | 890 |
Farakka Area & Households
The Total Area of Farakka Tehsil is 143.41 Square KM, with a population density of 1,911 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Farakka Tehsil are 8 and the Total Number of Villages in Farakka Tehsil are 66.The Total Number of households in Farakka Tehsil are 54.01 k(54,005).
Farakka Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Farakka Tehsil, there are about 1.21 Lac (1,20,946) workers, making up nearly 44.12% of the Farakka Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 67.06 k (67,058) are male workers, and about 53.89 k (53,888) are female workers.
Farakka - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2.98 Lac (2,98,388) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 3.00 Lac (2,99,819) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 3.01 Lac (3,00,991) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 3.02 Lac (3,01,974) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 3.03 Lac (3,02,957) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 3.04 Lac (3,03,940) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 3.05 Lac (3,04,924) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 3.06 Lac (3,05,599) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 3.06 Lac (3,06,056) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 3.07 Lac (3,06,514) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 3.07 Lac (3,06,971) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 3.07 Lac (3,07,428) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 3.08 Lac (3,07,882) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Farakka Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 3.08 Lac (3,07,882), with a male population of 1.54 Lac (1,54,273) and a female population of 1.54 Lac (1,53,654). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Farakka Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.29%.