Puruliya Population
As per the 2011 Census, Puruliya District has a population of 29.30 Lac (29,30,115) with 14.97 Lac (14,96,996) males and 14.33 Lac (14,33,119) females.The sex ratio in Puruliya is 958, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Puruliya District is 4.10 Lac (4,10,227) which is 14% of Puruliya District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Puruliya District is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Puruliya District is listed as part of WEST BENGAL State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Puruliya Population Census 2011
- Puruliya 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
Puruliya Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Puruliya District current estimated population is projected to be 31.90 Lac (31,89,615), indicating a 8.86% increased from Puruliya's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 16.20 Lac, and the estimated female population is 15.70 Lac.
Puruliya Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Puruliya District estimated population is projected to be 32.05 Lac (32,04,918), projecting a 9.38% increased from Puruliya's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 16.26 Lac, and the estimated female population is 15.79 Lac.
Puruliya Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Puruliya District, with a total Hindu population of 23.73 Lac (23,73,120), accounting for 80.99% of the Puruliya District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 12.15 Lac (12,14,644), and the Hindu female population is around 11.58 Lac (11,58,476).
Puruliya Other religions and persuasions Population
Other religions and persuasions is the second most popular religion in Puruliya District, with a total Other religions and persuasions population of 3.09 Lac (3,09,029), accounting for 10.55% of the Puruliya District population. Out of this, the Other religions and persuasions male population stands at approximately 1.55 Lac (1,54,831), and the Other religions and persuasions female population is around 1.54 Lac (1,54,198).
Puruliya Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 23,73,120 | 80.99% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 3,09,029 | 10.55% |
| Muslim | 2,27,249 | 7.76% |
| Christian | 8,646 | 0.3% |
| Religion not stated | 8,188 | 0.28% |
| Jain | 3,052 | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 622 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 209 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPuruliya Urban Population
The Urban population of Puruliya District is 3.73 Lac (3,73,314), with 1.93 Lac (1,92,788) being males and 1.81 Lac (1,80,526) being females, making up 12.74% of the Puruliya total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 937 females for every 1000 males.
Puruliya Rural Population
The Rural population of Puruliya District is 25.57 Lac (25,56,801), with 13.04 Lac (13,04,208) being males and 12.53 Lac (12,52,593) being females, making up 87.26% of the Puruliya total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 961 females for every 1000 males.
Puruliya Literacy Rate
Puruliya District has a literacy rate of 64.48% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Puruliya District is 77.86 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Puruliya District is 50.52 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Puruliya District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 76.18%, while in the rural regions of Puruliya District, it is around 62.73%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Puruliya
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64.48 | 77.86 | 50.52 |
| Urban Area | 76.18 | 84.63 | 67.15 |
| Rural Area | 62.73 | 76.83 | 48.06 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Puruliya
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 65.62 | 78.88 | 51.72 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 57.07 | 71.46 | 42.69 |
| Muslim | 61.07 | 74.53 | 46.78 |
| Christian | 86.83 | 92.25 | 80.55 |
Puruliya Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Puruliya District is 5.68 Lac (5,67,767) with 2.91 Lac (2,90,789) males and 2.77 Lac (2,76,978) females, which is 19.38% of Puruliya District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 953 females for every 1000 males.
Puruliya Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Puruliya District is 5.41 Lac (5,40,652) with 2.72 Lac (2,71,803) males and 2.69 Lac (2,68,849) females, which is 18.45% of Puruliya District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 990 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Puruliya
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 958 |
| Urban Area | 937 |
| Rural Area | 961 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Puruliya
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 954 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 996 |
| Muslim | 946 |
| Christian | 873 |
Puruliya Area & Households
The Total Area of Puruliya District is 6,259 Square KM, with a population density of 468 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Puruliya District are 28 and the Total Number of Villages in Puruliya District are 2,667.The Total Number of households in Puruliya District are 5.68 Lac(5,67,824).
Puruliya Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Puruliya District, there are about 12.50 Lac (12,49,642) workers, making up nearly 42.65% of the Puruliya District total population. Out of these, around 8.01 Lac (8,01,254) are male workers, and about 4.48 Lac (4,48,388) are female workers.
Puruliya - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Puruliya district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 7,77,801, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 29,30,115 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 20% 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 13.04%.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.
Puruliya District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 7,77,801 to 29,30,115.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 20%.
- 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 | 7.78 Lac | --- | --- | 3.87 Lac | 3.91 Lac |
| 1911 | 8.84 Lac | 1.07 Lac | 13.70157662 | 4.42 Lac | 4.42 Lac |
| 1921 | 8.31 Lac | -52.88 k | -5.978818868 | 4.16 Lac | 4.15 Lac |
| 1931 | 9.72 Lac | 1.41 Lac | 16.90685595 | 4.89 Lac | 4.83 Lac |
| 1941 | 10.88 Lac | 1.16 Lac | 11.94596724 | 5.50 Lac | 5.38 Lac |
| 1951 | 11.69 Lac | 80.90 k | 7.433920755 | 5.90 Lac | 5.80 Lac |
| 1961 | 13.60 Lac | 1.91 Lac | 16.33046702 | 6.89 Lac | 6.71 Lac |
| 1971 | 16.03 Lac | 2.43 Lac | 17.85706933 | 8.17 Lac | 7.86 Lac |
| 1981 | 18.54 Lac | 2.51 Lac | 15.65474538 | 9.47 Lac | 9.07 Lac |
| 1991 | 22.25 Lac | 3.71 Lac | 20.0008523 | 11.43 Lac | 10.82 Lac |
| 2001 | 25.37 Lac | 3.12 Lac | 14.02239617 | 12.98 Lac | 12.38 Lac |
| 2011 | 29.30 Lac | 3.94 Lac | 15.51730799 | 14.97 Lac | 14.33 Lac |
Puruliya - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 31.90 Lac (31,89,615) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 32.05 Lac (32,04,918) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 32.17 Lac (32,17,441) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 32.28 Lac (32,27,951) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 32.38 Lac (32,38,461) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 32.49 Lac (32,48,972) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 32.59 Lac (32,59,482) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 32.67 Lac (32,66,702) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 32.72 Lac (32,71,590) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 32.76 Lac (32,76,477) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 32.81 Lac (32,81,365) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 32.86 Lac (32,86,253) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 32.91 Lac (32,91,109) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Puruliya District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 32.91 Lac (32,91,109), with a male population of 16.59 Lac (16,58,781) and a female population of 16.33 Lac (16,32,528). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Puruliya District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.49%.