The Buldana district of Maharashtra had a population of about 25.86 lakh in 2011 and it is expected to grow steadily to reach a population of around 28.5 lakh by 2026. It has an area of 9,661 sq km and population density of 268 persons per sq km. The sex ratio is close to 934 females per 1000 males and the literacy rate is around 83.4 percent. The child sex ratio is about 855 girls per 1000 boys. The major religion is Hinduism with about 71.35% share and Marathi is the main language spoken by most people. The district population is partly rural at about 78.78% and around 21.22% people live in urban areas, and Buldana accounts for about 2.30% of the total population of Maharashtra. There are about 5.62 lakh households in the district.
Quick Overview of District Census 2021
Buldana district basic census profile
| Item | Value |
| District name | Buldana |
| State | Maharashtra |
| Area (sq km) | 9,661 |
| Population 2011 (actual) | 2,586,258 |
| Population 2011 (in lakh) | 25.86 |
| Male population 2011 | 1,337,560 |
| Female population 2011 | 1,248,698 |
| Population share in Maharashtra | 2.30% |
| Population density (persons per sq km) | 268 |
| Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 934 |
| Child sex ratio (0-6 years) | 855 |
| Average literacy rate | 83.4% |
| Male literacy rate | 90.54% |
| Female literacy rate | 75.84% |
| Rural population share | 78.78% |
| Urban population share | 21.22% |
| Rural population | 2,037,398 |
| Urban population | 548,860 |
| Number of towns | 12 |
| Number of villages | 1,444 |
| Number of talukas | 13 |
| Number of gram panchayats | 1,033 |
| Total households | 561,504 |
- District size is medium in state
- Density is moderate
- Most people live in villages
- Literacy level is good
Population and Historic Census Data
Buldana population in 2001 and 2011
| Description | 2011 | 2001 |
| Population (in lakh) | 25.86 | 22.32 |
| Actual population | 2,586,258 | 2,232,480 |
| Male population | 1,337,560 | 1,147,403 |
| Female population | 1,248,698 | 1,085,077 |
| Population growth rate | 15.85% | 18.35% |
| Area (sq km) | 9,661 | 9,661 |
| Population density (persons per sq km) | 268 | 231 |
| Proportion to Maharashtra population | 2.30% | 2.30% |
| Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 934 | 947 |
| Child sex ratio (0-6 years) | 855 | 871 |
| Average literacy rate | 83.4% | 73.1% |
| Male literacy rate | 90.54% | 84.98% |
| Female literacy rate | 75.84% | 60.47% |
| Total child population (0-6 years) | 332,125 | 323,434 |
| Child population share | 12.84% | 14.49% |
- Population grew by about one sixth in ten years
- Density increased but not sharply
- Sex ratio became slightly lower
- Literacy rose strongly for both men and women
Buldana projected population up to 2026
| Year | Projected population (approx) |
| 2011 | 2,586,258 |
| 2021 | 2,780,000 |
| 2022 | 2,790,000 |
| 2023 | 2,810,000 |
| 2024 | 2,830,000 |
| 2025 | 2,840,000 |
| 2026 | 2,850,000 |
- Population will grow slowly up to 2026
- District will stay medium sized in state
- Urban share may rise gradually
- Rural belt will remain main part
Sex Ratio and Child Population
Overall sex ratio and by area
| Indicator | Value |
| Sex ratio 2011 (females per 1000 males) | 934 |
| Sex ratio 2001 (females per 1000 males) | 947 |
| Rural sex ratio 2011 | 931 |
| Urban sex ratio 2011 | 945 |
- Sex ratio is slightly below national average
- Urban areas have better female share
- Rural ratio is lower
- Overall balance is moderate
Child population and child sex ratio
| Child indicator | Value |
| Total child population (0-6 years) | 332,125 |
| Child share of total population | 12.84% |
| Child sex ratio (girls per 1000 boys) | 855 |
- Child share is more than one tenth
- Child sex ratio is low
- More support is needed for girl child
- Young population supports future workforce
Literacy Rate, Male Literacy and Female Literacy
Overall literacy in Buldana
| Indicator | Rate (%) |
| Average literacy rate | 83.4 |
| Male literacy rate | 90.54 |
| Female literacy rate | 75.84 |
- Literacy level is higher than national figure
- Male literacy is near 90 percent
- Female literacy is improving
- Male‑female gap is moderate
Urban and rural literacy pattern
| Area | Average literacy (%) |
| Total population | 83.4 |
| Urban area | 89.08 |
| Rural area | 81.85 |
- Urban literacy is very high
- Rural literacy is good
- Cities raise overall literacy
- Girls’ education is key focus
Male and female literacy in rural and urban areas
| Area | Male literacy (%) |
| Total population | 90.54 |
| Rural area | 89.74 |
| Urban area | 93.51 |
| Area | Female literacy (%) |
| Total population | 75.84 |
| Rural area | 73.49 |
| Urban area | 84.45 |
- Urban female literacy is strong
- Rural male literacy is close to urban
- Rural female literacy is growing
- Education drives target rural girls
Religion and Caste (SC/ST) Demographics
Religion wise population in Buldana
| Religion | Share (%) |
| Hindu | 71.35 |
| Buddhist | 14.08 |
| Muslim | 13.70 |
| Jain | 0.47 |
| Christian | 0.14 |
| Sikh | 0.06 |
| Others | 0.02 |
| Not stated | 0.17 |
- Hindu community is the largest group
- Buddhist and Muslim populations are sizeable
- Other faiths have small presence
- Hindu community is the largest group
- Buddhist and Muslim populations are sizeable
- Other faiths have small presence
- Religion mix influences local culture and festivals
Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe population
| Group | Status in district |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | present in all talukas |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | smaller share in rural belt |
- SC families live across villages and towns
- ST population is limited but visible
- Welfare schemes target SC/ST groups
- Local mix affects education and employment plans
Languages Spoken, Area Statistics and Households
Languages spoken in Buldana district
| Language | Situation |
| Marathi | main spoken language |
| Hindi | common in markets and offices |
| Urdu | spoke in some pockets |
| Other Indian languages | used by migrants and workers |
- Most people use Marathi at home
- Hindi is widely understood
- Urdu adds to local speech in certain areas
- Multi‑language use helps in business
Area statistics, population density and households
| Indicator | Value |
| Total area (sq km) | 9,661 |
| Population density (persons per sq km) | 268 |
| Total households | 561,504 |
- District has mixed plain and hilly areas
- Density is moderate overall
- Household size is typical of region
- Settlements are spread across talukas
Urban and Rural Population, Workforce and Administrative Units
Urban and rural population in Buldana
| Description | Rural | Urban |
| Population share (%) | 78.78 | 21.22 |
| Total population | 2,037,398 | 548,860 |
| Male population | 1,056,492 | 281,068 |
| Female population | 980,906 | 267,792 |
| Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 931 | 945 |
| Average literacy rate | 81.85% | 89.08% |
| Male literacy rate | 89.74% | 93.51% |
| Female literacy rate | 73.49% | 84.45% |
- Most people live in rural belt
- Urban share is about one fifth
- Sex ratio is slightly better in towns
- Literacy is higher in urban areas
Workforce and main work pattern
| Aspect | Situation |
| Main work | agriculture and allied activities |
| Other work | services, trade, small industry |
| Rural workers | farmers, labourers, small business |
| Urban workers | education, health, trade and offices |
- Farming is main source of income
- Many depend on seasonal farm work
- Towns provide jobs in services and shops
- Youth also move outside for jobs
Administrative divisions, talukas, towns and villages
| Unit | Number |
| Talukas (tehsils) | 13 |
| Towns | 12 |
| Villages | 1,444 |
| Gram panchayats | 1,033 |
- Each taluka has its own headquarters
- Towns connect villages to markets
- Village network is dense
- Gram panchayats manage local rural affairs
Some key talukas in Buldana
| Sl no. | Taluka |
| 1 | Buldana |
| 2 | Shegaon |
| 3 | Malkapur |
| 4 | Mehkar |
| 5 | Khamgaon |
| 6 | Lonar |
| 7 | Chandur |
| 8 | Rajur |
| 9 | Khuldabad |
| 10 | Lanja |
- Each taluka adds to district mix
- Some talukas have more farming land
- Others have more hilly or forest area
- Taluka centres link district headquarters to villages
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the population of Buldana district in 2011: It is 2,586,258 people
- Is Buldana district mainly rural or urban: About four fifth people live in villages
- What is the literacy rate in Buldana district: It is about 83 percent overall
- What is the sex ratio in Buldana district: There are about 934 females per 1000 males
- Which religion has the largest share in Buldana: Hindu community has about 71 percent share