Bagalkot District Population 2011–2025: Religion | Density
Quick Overview of Bagalkot District Census 2021 & Projections
- District Name: Bagalkot
- State: Karnataka
- Area: 6,552 sq.km
- 2021 Projected Population: 2,120,000 (21.21 lakh)
- 2025 Projected Population: 2,190,000 (21.92 lakh)
- 2026 Projected Population: 2,200,000 (22.04 lakh)
- 2036 Projected Population: 2,216,841 (22.17 lakh)
- 2011 Census Population: 1,889,752 (18.90 lakh)
- Population Growth Rate (2001-2011): 14.40%
- Sex Ratio (2011): 989 females/1000 males
- Child Sex Ratio (0-6): 935 girls/1000 boys
- Density (2011): 288 persons/sq.km
- Urban Population (2011): 31.64% (597,846)
- Rural Population (2011): 68.36% (1,291,906)
- Total Households (2011): 361,149
Historical Population (1901–2011) & Growth
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Growth % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 466,200 | - | - | 233,000 | 233,000 |
| 1911 | 491,000 | 24,800 | +5.2% | 246,000 | 245,000 |
| 1921 | 467,000 | -23,600 | -4.8% | 237,000 | 231,000 |
| 1931 | 503,000 | 36,000 | +7.6% | 253,000 | 249,000 |
| 1941 | 571,000 | 68,000 | +13.5% | 289,000 | 282,000 |
| 1951 | 662,000 | 91,000 | +16.0% | 331,000 | 330,000 |
| 1961 | 772,000 | 110,000 | +16.6% | 388,000 | 383,000 |
| 1971 | 932,000 | 160,000 | +20.7% | 469,000 | 463,000 |
| 1981 | 1,151,000 | 219,000 | +23.5% | 576,000 | 575,000 |
| 1991 | 1,390,000 | 239,000 | +20.8% | 702,000 | 689,000 |
| 2001 | 1,651,892 | 262,000 | +18.8% | 834,247 | 817,645 |
| 2011 | 1,889,752 | 238,000 | +14.4% | 950,111 | 939,641 |
Population Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Projected Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2,190,000 | 11.92% | ↑ |
| 2026 | 2,200,000 | 12.53% | 0.61% |
| 2027 | 2,210,000 | 13.07% | 0.54% |
| 2028 | 2,220,000 | 13.62% | 0.55% |
| 2029 | 2,230,000 | 14.17% | 0.55% |
| 2030 | 2,230,000 | 14.72% | 0.55% |
| 2031 | 2,240,000 | 15.20% | 0.48% |
| 2036 | 2,216,841 | 17.31% | 0.42% |
Religion-Wise Population (2011)
| Religion | Population | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,634,229 | 86.48% |
| Muslim | 219,991 | 11.64% |
| Jain | 25,198 | 1.33% |
| Religion not stated | 5,880 | 0.31% |
| Christian | 3,433 | 0.18% |
| Sikh | 443 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 412 | 0.02% |
| Others | 166 | 0.01% |
Urban & Rural Population Split (2011)
| Area | Population | Male | Female | Sex Ratio | Child Sex Ratio | Child (0-6) | Lit. Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban | 597,846 | 299,844 | 298,002 | 994 | 931 | 78,015 | 78.58% |
| Rural | 1,291,906 | 650,267 | 641,639 | 987 | 936 | 193,893 | 64.20% |
Literacy Rate (2011 & by Religion/Area)
| Category | Avg Literacy | Male Literacy | Female Literacy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68.82% | 79.23% | 58.40% |
| Urban Area | 78.58% | 86.55% | 70.65% |
| Rural Area | 64.20% | 75.77% | 52.58% |
| Hindu | 68.25% | 78.90% | 57.60% |
| Muslim | 72.08% | 80.98% | 63.11% |
| Jain | 75.63% | 83.84% | 67.11% |
| Religion Not Stated | 72.5% | 83.71% | 61.65% |
SC/ST & Child Population (2011)
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 319,149 (16.89%) — Sex Ratio: 1,019
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 97,203 (5.14%) — Sex Ratio: 1,006
- Child Population (0-6): 271,908 (14.39%)
- Child Sex Ratio (0-6): 935 girls/1000 boys
Sex Ratio by Religion (2011)
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 991 |
| Muslim | 986 |
| Jain | 948 |
| Religion Not Stated | 998 |
Workforce & Economy (2011)
- Total Workers: 818,081 (43.29% of population)
- Male Workers: 511,575
- Female Workers: 306,506
- Total Houseless Families: 565 (Population: 2,442)
Population Growth & Variation by Census Year
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Growth % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 4.66 lakh | - | - | 2.33 lakh | 2.33 lakh |
| 1911 | 4.91 lakh | 24,470 | 5.25% | 2.46 lakh | 2.45 lakh |
| 1921 | 4.67 lakh | -23,610 | -4.81% | 2.37 lakh | 2.31 lakh |
| 1931 | 5.03 lakh | 35,480 | 7.60% | 2.53 lakh | 2.49 lakh |
| 1941 | 5.71 lakh | 67,980 | 13.53% | 2.89 lakh | 2.82 lakh |
| 1951 | 6.62 lakh | 91,120 | 15.97% | 3.31 lakh | 3.30 lakh |
| 1961 | 7.72 lakh | 110,000 | 16.62% | 3.88 lakh | 3.83 lakh |
| 1971 | 9.32 lakh | 160,000 | 20.74% | 4.69 lakh | 4.63 lakh |
| 1981 | 11.51 lakh | 219,000 | 23.54% | 5.76 lakh | 5.75 lakh |
| 1991 | 13.90 lakh | 239,000 | 20.79% | 7.02 lakh | 6.89 lakh |
| 2001 | 16.52 lakh | 262,000 | 18.82% | 8.34 lakh | 8.18 lakh |
| 2011 | 18.90 lakh | 238,000 | 14.40% | 9.50 lakh | 9.40 lakh |
City, Village, Taluk/Subdistrict Breakdown
- Total Towns: 15
- Total Villages: 624
- Main Taluks: Badami, Bagalkot, Bilgi, Hungund, Jamkhandi, Mudhol
| Taluk Name |
|---|
| Badami |
| Bagalkot |
| Bilgi |
| Hungund |
| Jamkhandi |
| Mudhol |
| City | Population | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bagalkot (Municipal Council) | 111,933 | 56,378 | 55,555 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: What is the population of Bagalkot (2025 projection)?
A: 2,190,000 (21.92 lakhs) - Q: What was Bagalkot's sex ratio in 2011?
A: 989 females/1000 males - Q: How is urban/rural split?
A: Urban: 31.64%; Rural: 68.36% - Q: What is literacy rate Bagalkot?
A: 68.82% overall; 79.23% male; 58.40% female - Q: What is child population & child sex ratio?
A: 271,908 (14.39%); 935 girls/1000 boys - Q: What is SC/ST population and share?
A: SC: 16.89% (319,149); ST: 5.14% (97,203) - Q: Major city in Bagalkot?
A: Bagalkot Municipal Council (111,933 in 2011) - Q: Taluks in Bagalkot?
A: Badami, Bagalkot, Bilgi, Hungund, Jamkhandi, Mudhol