Purba Medinipur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Purba Medinipur District has a population of 50.96 Lac (50,95,875) with 26.30 Lac (26,29,834) males and 24.66 Lac (24,66,041) females.The sex ratio in Purba Medinipur is 938, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Purba Medinipur District is 5.88 Lac (5,87,654) which is 11.53% of Purba Medinipur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Purba Medinipur District is 946 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Purba Medinipur District is listed as part of WEST BENGAL State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Purba Medinipur Population Census 2011
- Purba 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
Purba Medinipur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Purba Medinipur District current estimated population is projected to be 55.47 Lac (55,47,182), indicating a 8.86% increased from Purba Medinipur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 28.45 Lac, and the estimated female population is 27.02 Lac.
Purba Medinipur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Purba Medinipur District estimated population is projected to be 55.74 Lac (55,73,794), projecting a 9.38% increased from Purba Medinipur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 28.57 Lac, and the estimated female population is 27.16 Lac.
Purba Medinipur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Purba Medinipur District, with a total Hindu population of 43.44 Lac (43,43,972), accounting for 85.24% of the Purba Medinipur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 22.43 Lac (22,42,672), and the Hindu female population is around 21.01 Lac (21,01,300).
Purba Medinipur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Purba Medinipur District, with a total Muslim population of 7.43 Lac (7,43,436), accounting for 14.59% of the Purba Medinipur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 3.83 Lac (3,82,646), and the Muslim female population is around 3.61 Lac (3,60,790).
Purba Medinipur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 43,43,972 | 85.24% |
| Muslim | 7,43,436 | 14.59% |
| Religion not stated | 3,823 | 0.08% |
| Christian | 2,648 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 746 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 574 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 359 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 317 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPurba Medinipur Urban Population
The Urban population of Purba Medinipur District is 5.93 Lac (5,92,714), with 3.07 Lac (3,07,272) being males and 2.85 Lac (2,85,442) being females, making up 11.63% of the Purba Medinipur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 929 females for every 1000 males.
Purba Medinipur Rural Population
The Rural population of Purba Medinipur District is 45.03 Lac (45,03,161), with 23.23 Lac (23,22,562) being males and 21.81 Lac (21,80,599) being females, making up 88.37% of the Purba Medinipur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 939 females for every 1000 males.
Purba Medinipur Literacy Rate
Purba Medinipur District has a literacy rate of 87.02% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Purba Medinipur District is 92.32 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Purba Medinipur District is 81.37 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Purba Medinipur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.6%, while in the rural regions of Purba Medinipur District, it is around 86.81%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Purba Medinipur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87.02 | 92.32 | 81.37 |
| Urban Area | 88.6 | 92.9 | 83.95 |
| Rural Area | 86.81 | 92.24 | 81.03 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Purba Medinipur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 88.25 | 93.5 | 82.65 |
| Muslim | 79.45 | 85.05 | 73.51 |
| Religion not stated | 85.87 | 91.96 | 78.79 |
| Christian | 88.86 | 92.79 | 84.21 |
Purba Medinipur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Purba Medinipur District is 7.45 Lac (7,45,434) with 3.84 Lac (3,83,718) males and 3.62 Lac (3,61,716) females, which is 14.63% of Purba Medinipur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 943 females for every 1000 males.
Purba Medinipur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Purba Medinipur District is 27.95 k (27,952) with 14.20 k (14,196) males and 13.76 k (13,756) females, which is 0.55% of Purba Medinipur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 970 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Purba Medinipur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 |
| Urban Area | 929 |
| Rural Area | 939 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Purba Medinipur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 937 |
| Muslim | 943 |
| Religion not stated | 863 |
| Christian | 860 |
Purba Medinipur Area & Households
The Total Area of Purba Medinipur District is 4,713 Square KM, with a population density of 1,081 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Purba Medinipur District are 25 and the Total Number of Villages in Purba Medinipur District are 2,994.The Total Number of households in Purba Medinipur District are 11.14 Lac(11,14,170).
Purba Medinipur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Purba Medinipur District, there are about 19.10 Lac (19,10,320) workers, making up nearly 37.49% of the Purba Medinipur District total population. Out of these, around 15.16 Lac (15,16,096) are male workers, and about 3.94 Lac (3,94,224) are female workers.
Purba Medinipur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Purba Medinipur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 12,68,984, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 50,95,875 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 28.34% 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 14.00%.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.
Purba Medinipur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 12,68,984 to 50,95,875.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 28.34%.
- 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 | 12.69 Lac | --- | --- | 6.33 Lac | 6.36 Lac |
| 1911 | 12.84 Lac | 14.60 k | 1.150447917 | 6.42 Lac | 6.42 Lac |
| 1921 | 12.13 Lac | -70.31 k | -5.47786937 | 6.10 Lac | 6.04 Lac |
| 1931 | 12.74 Lac | 60.25 k | 4.966248238 | 6.45 Lac | 6.29 Lac |
| 1941 | 14.52 Lac | 1.78 Lac | 13.988586 | 7.42 Lac | 7.09 Lac |
| 1951 | 15.28 Lac | 76.61 k | 5.277156272 | 7.84 Lac | 7.44 Lac |
| 1961 | 19.61 Lac | 4.33 Lac | 28.34102935 | 10.05 Lac | 9.56 Lac |
| 1971 | 24.74 Lac | 5.12 Lac | 26.12677927 | 12.73 Lac | 12.01 Lac |
| 1981 | 30.45 Lac | 5.71 Lac | 23.08273461 | 15.63 Lac | 14.81 Lac |
| 1991 | 38.46 Lac | 8.01 Lac | 26.29763831 | 19.83 Lac | 18.63 Lac |
| 2001 | 44.17 Lac | 5.72 Lac | 14.86735734 | 22.68 Lac | 21.49 Lac |
| 2011 | 50.96 Lac | 6.78 Lac | 15.35974856 | 26.30 Lac | 24.66 Lac |
Purba Medinipur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 55.47 Lac (55,47,182) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 55.74 Lac (55,73,794) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 55.96 Lac (55,95,573) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 56.14 Lac (56,13,852) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 56.32 Lac (56,32,131) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 56.50 Lac (56,50,410) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 56.69 Lac (56,68,689) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 56.81 Lac (56,81,246) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 56.90 Lac (56,89,746) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 56.98 Lac (56,98,247) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 57.07 Lac (57,06,747) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 57.15 Lac (57,15,248) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 57.24 Lac (57,23,693) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Purba Medinipur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 57.24 Lac (57,23,693), with a male population of 29.14 Lac (29,14,047) and a female population of 28.09 Lac (28,09,174). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Purba Medinipur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.49%.