Bundwan Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bundwan Tehsil has a population of 94.93 k (94,929) with 47.80 k (47,798) males and 47.13 k (47,131) females.The sex ratio in Bundwan is 987, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bundwan Tehsil is 12.15 k (12,150) which is 12.8% of Bundwan Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bundwan Tehsil is 952 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Bundwan Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Puruliya District in the state of WEST BENGAL in India.
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Bundwan Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bundwan Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.03 Lac (1,03,337), indicating a 8.86% increased from Bundwan's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 51.71 k, and the estimated female population is 51.64 k.
Bundwan Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bundwan Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.04 Lac (1,03,832), projecting a 9.38% increased from Bundwan's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 51.93 k, and the estimated female population is 51.92 k.
Bundwan Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bundwan Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 52.94 k (52,940), accounting for 55.77% of the Bundwan Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 26.82 k (26,818), and the Hindu female population is around 26.12 k (26,122).
Bundwan Other religions and persuasions Population
Other religions and persuasions is the second most popular religion in Bundwan Tehsil, with a total Other religions and persuasions population of 41.16 k (41,156), accounting for 43.35% of the Bundwan Tehsil population. Out of this, the Other religions and persuasions male population stands at approximately 20.55 k (20,546), and the Other religions and persuasions female population is around 20.61 k (20,610).
Bundwan Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 52,940 | 55.77% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 41,156 | 43.35% |
| Muslim | 558 | 0.59% |
| Christian | 153 | 0.16% |
| Religion not stated | 113 | 0.12% |
| Sikh | 7 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 2 | 0% |
| Jain | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBundwan Urban Population
The Urban population of Bundwan Tehsil is 5.99 k (5,993), with 3.11 k (3,112) being males and 2.88 k (2,881) being females, making up 6.31% of the Bundwan total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 926 females for every 1000 males.
Bundwan Rural Population
The Rural population of Bundwan Tehsil is 88.94 k (88,936), with 44.69 k (44,686) being males and 44.25 k (44,250) being females, making up 93.69% of the Bundwan total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 991 females for every 1000 males.
Bundwan Literacy Rate
Bundwan Tehsil has a literacy rate of 61.38% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bundwan Tehsil is 74.61 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bundwan Tehsil is 48.03 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Bundwan Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 77.93%, while in the rural regions of Bundwan Tehsil, it is around 60.25%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bundwan
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61.38 | 74.61 | 48.03 |
| Urban Area | 77.93 | 86.03 | 69.26 |
| Rural Area | 60.25 | 73.8 | 46.63 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bundwan
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 63.52 | 75.91 | 50.83 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 58.39 | 72.76 | 44.19 |
| Muslim | 78.24 | 85.02 | 71 |
| Christian | 66.67 | 78.26 | 55.07 |
Bundwan Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bundwan Tehsil is 5.63 k (5,630) with 2.89 k (2,888) males and 2.74 k (2,742) females, which is 5.93% of Bundwan Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 950 females for every 1000 males.
Bundwan Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bundwan Tehsil is 49.23 k (49,232) with 24.49 k (24,488) males and 24.74 k (24,744) females, which is 51.86% of Bundwan Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1011 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bundwan
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 987 |
| Urban Area | 926 |
| Rural Area | 991 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bundwan
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 975 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1004 |
| Muslim | 925 |
| Christian | 937 |
Bundwan Area & Households
The Total Area of Bundwan Tehsil is 374.98 Square KM, with a population density of 253 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bundwan Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Bundwan Tehsil are 134.The Total Number of households in Bundwan Tehsil are 20.33 k(20,325).
Bundwan Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bundwan Tehsil, there are about 47.40 k (47,396) workers, making up nearly 49.93% of the Bundwan Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 26.87 k (26,869) are male workers, and about 20.53 k (20,527) are female workers.
Bundwan - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.03 Lac (1,03,337) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.04 Lac (1,03,832) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.04 Lac (1,04,238) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.05 Lac (1,04,579) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.05 Lac (1,04,919) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.05 Lac (1,05,260) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.06 Lac (1,05,600) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.06 Lac (1,05,834) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.06 Lac (1,05,992) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.06 Lac (1,06,151) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.06 Lac (1,06,309) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.06 Lac (1,06,468) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.07 Lac (1,06,625) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bundwan Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.07 Lac (1,06,625), with a male population of 52.96 k (52,964) and a female population of 53.69 k (53,689). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Bundwan Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.29%.