Paschim Medinipur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Paschim Medinipur District has a population of 59.13 Lac (59,13,457) with 30.08 Lac (30,07,885) males and 29.06 Lac (29,05,572) females.The sex ratio in Paschim Medinipur is 966, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Paschim Medinipur District is 6.85 Lac (6,85,012) which is 11.58% of Paschim Medinipur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Paschim Medinipur District is 963 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Paschim Medinipur District is listed as part of WEST BENGAL State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Paschim Medinipur Population Census 2011
- Paschim Medinipur 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
Paschim Medinipur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Paschim Medinipur District current estimated population is projected to be 64.37 Lac (64,37,171), indicating a 8.86% increased from Paschim Medinipur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 32.54 Lac, and the estimated female population is 31.83 Lac.
Paschim Medinipur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Paschim Medinipur District estimated population is projected to be 64.68 Lac (64,68,054), projecting a 9.38% increased from Paschim Medinipur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 32.68 Lac, and the estimated female population is 32.01 Lac.
Paschim Medinipur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Paschim Medinipur District, with a total Hindu population of 50.57 Lac (50,56,953), accounting for 85.52% of the Paschim Medinipur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 25.71 Lac (25,71,092), and the Hindu female population is around 24.86 Lac (24,85,861).
Paschim Medinipur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Paschim Medinipur District, with a total Muslim population of 6.21 Lac (6,20,554), accounting for 10.49% of the Paschim Medinipur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 3.17 Lac (3,17,100), and the Muslim female population is around 3.03 Lac (3,03,454).
Paschim Medinipur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 50,56,953 | 85.52% |
| Muslim | 6,20,554 | 10.49% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,84,278 | 3.12% |
| Christian | 23,287 | 0.39% |
| Religion not stated | 21,962 | 0.37% |
| Sikh | 2,854 | 0.05% |
| Buddhist | 2,019 | 0.03% |
| Jain | 1,550 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPaschim Medinipur Urban Population
The Urban population of Paschim Medinipur District is 7.23 Lac (7,22,686), with 3.66 Lac (3,66,164) being males and 3.57 Lac (3,56,522) being females, making up 12.22% of the Paschim Medinipur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 974 females for every 1000 males.
Paschim Medinipur Rural Population
The Rural population of Paschim Medinipur District is 51.91 Lac (51,90,771), with 26.42 Lac (26,41,721) being males and 25.49 Lac (25,49,050) being females, making up 87.78% of the Paschim Medinipur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 965 females for every 1000 males.
Paschim Medinipur Literacy Rate
Paschim Medinipur District has a literacy rate of 78% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Paschim Medinipur District is 85.26 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Paschim Medinipur District is 70.5 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Paschim Medinipur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.96%, while in the rural regions of Paschim Medinipur District, it is around 76.87%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Paschim Medinipur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 85.26 | 70.5 |
| Urban Area | 85.96 | 90.45 | 81.35 |
| Rural Area | 76.87 | 84.52 | 68.94 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Paschim Medinipur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 79 | 86.18 | 71.59 |
| Muslim | 72.88 | 79.29 | 66.17 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 65.96 | 77.89 | 54.28 |
| Christian | 78.82 | 86.45 | 71.54 |
Paschim Medinipur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Paschim Medinipur District is 11.28 Lac (11,28,269) with 5.70 Lac (5,70,125) males and 5.58 Lac (5,58,144) females, which is 19.08% of Paschim Medinipur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 979 females for every 1000 males.
Paschim Medinipur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Paschim Medinipur District is 8.80 Lac (8,80,015) with 4.40 Lac (4,39,831) males and 4.40 Lac (4,40,184) females, which is 14.88% of Paschim Medinipur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1001 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Paschim Medinipur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 |
| Urban Area | 974 |
| Rural Area | 965 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Paschim Medinipur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 967 |
| Muslim | 957 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1016 |
| Christian | 1051 |
Paschim Medinipur Area & Households
The Total Area of Paschim Medinipur District is 9,368 Square KM, with a population density of 631 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Paschim Medinipur District are 19 and the Total Number of Villages in Paschim Medinipur District are 8,694.The Total Number of households in Paschim Medinipur District are 13.02 Lac(13,01,610).
Paschim Medinipur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Paschim Medinipur District, there are about 25.09 Lac (25,09,159) workers, making up nearly 42.43% of the Paschim Medinipur District total population. Out of these, around 17.57 Lac (17,57,358) are male workers, and about 7.52 Lac (7,51,801) are female workers.
Paschim Medinipur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Paschim Medinipur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 15,20,130, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 59,13,457 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 30.03% 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 13.66%.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.
Paschim Medinipur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 15,20,130 to 59,13,457.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 30.03%.
- 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 | 15.20 Lac | --- | --- | 7.58 Lac | 7.62 Lac |
| 1911 | 15.38 Lac | 17.49 k | 1.150427924 | 7.69 Lac | 7.69 Lac |
| 1921 | 14.53 Lac | -84.23 k | -5.477823491 | 7.30 Lac | 7.23 Lac |
| 1931 | 15.26 Lac | 72.18 k | 4.966251316 | 7.72 Lac | 7.53 Lac |
| 1941 | 17.39 Lac | 2.13 Lac | 13.98861671 | 8.89 Lac | 8.50 Lac |
| 1951 | 18.31 Lac | 91.77 k | 5.277131644 | 9.34 Lac | 8.97 Lac |
| 1961 | 23.80 Lac | 5.50 Lac | 30.02622433 | 12.19 Lac | 11.61 Lac |
| 1971 | 30.35 Lac | 6.55 Lac | 27.51328953 | 15.59 Lac | 14.76 Lac |
| 1981 | 36.98 Lac | 6.63 Lac | 21.82635811 | 18.92 Lac | 18.06 Lac |
| 1991 | 44.86 Lac | 7.88 Lac | 21.31967368 | 23.02 Lac | 21.84 Lac |
| 2001 | 51.93 Lac | 7.07 Lac | 15.76210485 | 26.48 Lac | 25.45 Lac |
| 2011 | 59.13 Lac | 7.20 Lac | 13.86460652 | 30.08 Lac | 29.06 Lac |
Paschim Medinipur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 64.37 Lac (64,37,171) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 64.68 Lac (64,68,054) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 64.93 Lac (64,93,327) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 65.15 Lac (65,14,539) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 65.36 Lac (65,35,750) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 65.57 Lac (65,56,962) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 65.78 Lac (65,78,173) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 65.93 Lac (65,92,744) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 66.03 Lac (66,02,609) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 66.12 Lac (66,12,473) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 66.22 Lac (66,22,337) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 66.32 Lac (66,32,202) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 66.42 Lac (66,42,002) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Paschim Medinipur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 66.42 Lac (66,42,002), with a male population of 33.33 Lac (33,32,955) and a female population of 33.10 Lac (33,09,863). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Paschim Medinipur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.29%.