Uttar Dinajpur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Uttar Dinajpur District has a population of 30.07 Lac (30,07,134) with 15.51 Lac (15,51,066) males and 14.56 Lac (14,56,068) females.The sex ratio in Uttar Dinajpur is 939, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Uttar Dinajpur District is 4.85 Lac (4,85,157) which is 16.13% of Uttar Dinajpur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Uttar Dinajpur District is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Uttar Dinajpur District is listed as part of WEST BENGAL State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Uttar Dinajpur Population Census 2011
- Uttar Dinajpur 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
Uttar Dinajpur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Uttar Dinajpur District current estimated population is projected to be 32.73 Lac (32,73,455), indicating a 8.86% increased from Uttar Dinajpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 16.78 Lac, and the estimated female population is 15.95 Lac.
Uttar Dinajpur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Uttar Dinajpur District estimated population is projected to be 32.89 Lac (32,89,160), projecting a 9.38% increased from Uttar Dinajpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 16.85 Lac, and the estimated female population is 16.04 Lac.
Uttar Dinajpur Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Uttar Dinajpur District, with a total Muslim population of 15.01 Lac (15,01,170), accounting for 49.92% of the Uttar Dinajpur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 7.71 Lac (7,71,198), and the Muslim female population is around 7.30 Lac (7,29,972).
Uttar Dinajpur Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Uttar Dinajpur District, with a total Hindu population of 14.83 Lac (14,82,943), accounting for 49.31% of the Uttar Dinajpur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.68 Lac (7,68,309), and the Hindu female population is around 7.15 Lac (7,14,634).
Uttar Dinajpur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 15,01,170 | 49.92% |
| Hindu | 14,82,943 | 49.31% |
| Christian | 16,702 | 0.56% |
| Religion not stated | 2,464 | 0.08% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,622 | 0.05% |
| Jain | 1,324 | 0.04% |
| Sikh | 477 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 432 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationUttar Dinajpur Urban Population
The Urban population of Uttar Dinajpur District is 3.62 Lac (3,62,228), with 1.89 Lac (1,88,597) being males and 1.74 Lac (1,73,631) being females, making up 12.05% of the Uttar Dinajpur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 921 females for every 1000 males.
Uttar Dinajpur Rural Population
The Rural population of Uttar Dinajpur District is 26.45 Lac (26,44,906), with 13.62 Lac (13,62,469) being males and 12.82 Lac (12,82,437) being females, making up 87.95% of the Uttar Dinajpur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 942 females for every 1000 males.
Uttar Dinajpur Literacy Rate
Uttar Dinajpur District has a literacy rate of 59.07% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Uttar Dinajpur District is 65.52 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Uttar Dinajpur District is 52.17 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Uttar Dinajpur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 80.28%, while in the rural regions of Uttar Dinajpur District, it is around 55.99%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Uttar Dinajpur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59.07 | 65.52 | 52.17 |
| Urban Area | 80.28 | 83.91 | 76.32 |
| Rural Area | 55.99 | 62.82 | 48.72 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Uttar Dinajpur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 51.25 | 56.77 | 45.4 |
| Hindu | 66.43 | 73.67 | 58.61 |
| Christian | 60.25 | 67.39 | 53.21 |
| Religion not stated | 63.96 | 70.9 | 57.03 |
Uttar Dinajpur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Uttar Dinajpur District is 8.08 Lac (8,07,950) with 4.18 Lac (4,18,288) males and 3.90 Lac (3,89,662) females, which is 26.87% of Uttar Dinajpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 932 females for every 1000 males.
Uttar Dinajpur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Uttar Dinajpur District is 1.63 Lac (1,62,816) with 81.83 k (81,831) males and 80.99 k (80,985) females, which is 5.41% of Uttar Dinajpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 990 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Uttar Dinajpur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 939 |
| Urban Area | 921 |
| Rural Area | 942 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Uttar Dinajpur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 947 |
| Hindu | 931 |
| Christian | 1011 |
| Religion not stated | 970 |
Uttar Dinajpur Area & Households
The Total Area of Uttar Dinajpur District is 3,140 Square KM, with a population density of 958 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Uttar Dinajpur District are 9 and the Total Number of Villages in Uttar Dinajpur District are 1,494.The Total Number of households in Uttar Dinajpur District are 6.06 Lac(6,05,674).
Uttar Dinajpur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Uttar Dinajpur District, there are about 10.76 Lac (10,75,626) workers, making up nearly 35.77% of the Uttar Dinajpur District total population. Out of these, around 8.00 Lac (7,99,627) are male workers, and about 2.76 Lac (2,75,999) are female workers.
Uttar Dinajpur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Uttar Dinajpur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,01,121, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 30,07,134 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 43.81% 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 21.25%.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.
Uttar Dinajpur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,01,121 to 30,07,134.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 43.81%.
- 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 | 4.01 Lac | --- | --- | 2.09 Lac | 1.92 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.28 Lac | 27.18 k | 6.77576093 | 2.23 Lac | 2.05 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.76 Lac | -51.93 k | -12.12561289 | 1.95 Lac | 1.81 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.04 Lac | 27.21 k | 7.229664741 | 2.10 Lac | 1.94 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.52 Lac | 48.11 k | 11.92043134 | 2.36 Lac | 2.15 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.29 Lac | 76.92 k | 17.03026895 | 2.84 Lac | 2.44 Lac |
| 1961 | 7.60 Lac | 2.32 Lac | 43.81175429 | 4.03 Lac | 3.57 Lac |
| 1971 | 10.87 Lac | 3.27 Lac | 43.02426075 | 5.70 Lac | 5.17 Lac |
| 1981 | 14.16 Lac | 3.28 Lac | 30.20264534 | 7.33 Lac | 6.82 Lac |
| 1991 | 18.97 Lac | 4.81 Lac | 34.0049433 | 9.88 Lac | 9.09 Lac |
| 2001 | 24.42 Lac | 5.45 Lac | 28.71566041 | 12.60 Lac | 11.82 Lac |
| 2011 | 30.07 Lac | 5.65 Lac | 23.15264924 | 15.51 Lac | 14.56 Lac |
Uttar Dinajpur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 32.73 Lac (32,73,455) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 32.89 Lac (32,89,160) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 33.02 Lac (33,02,012) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 33.13 Lac (33,12,799) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 33.24 Lac (33,23,585) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 33.34 Lac (33,34,372) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 33.45 Lac (33,45,158) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 33.53 Lac (33,52,568) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 33.58 Lac (33,57,584) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 33.63 Lac (33,62,601) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 33.68 Lac (33,67,617) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 33.73 Lac (33,72,633) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 33.78 Lac (33,77,617) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Uttar Dinajpur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 33.78 Lac (33,77,617), with a male population of 17.19 Lac (17,18,694) and a female population of 16.59 Lac (16,58,670). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Uttar Dinajpur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.49%.