The Burhanpur district of Madhya Pradesh had a population of about 7,57,847 in 2011 and it is expected to grow steadily to reach a population of around 9,23,000 by 2025. It has an area of 3,427 sq km and population density of nearly 221 persons per sq km. The sex ratio is close to 951 females per 1000 males and the literacy rate is around 64.36 percent. The child sex ratio is about 924 girls per 1000 boys. The major religion is Hindu with about 72.91 percent share and Hindi is the main language spoken by most people. The district population is about 2.60 lakh urban and 4.98 lakh rural, and Burhanpur city accounts for more than 2.10 lakh of the total population. There are a total of about 1,46,341 households in the district.
Quick Overview of District Census 2021
| District name | Burhanpur |
| State | Madhya Pradesh |
| Total population 2011 | 7,57,847 |
| Estimated population 2025 | 9,22,600 (approx) |
| Area (sq km) | 3,427 |
| Population density (per sq km) | 221 |
| Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 951 |
| Literacy rate 2011 (%) | 64.36 |
| Child sex ratio (0–6 years) | 924 |
| Total households | 1,46,341 |
Population and Demographic Profile
| Total population 2011 | 7,57,847 |
| Male population | 3,88,504 |
| Female population | 3,69,343 |
| Population 2001 | 6,34,883 |
| Population growth 2001–2011 (%) | 19.37 |
| Share in state population (%) | 1.04 |
- Total population is moderate
- Female count is slightly lower
- Growth over decade is steady
- District has small share in state
Historic Census Data of Burhanpur District
| Census year | Population |
| 1901 | 1,06,985 |
| 1911 | 1,28,000 (approx) |
| 1921 | 1,30,000 (approx) |
| 1931 | 1,53,000 (approx) |
| 1941 | 1,68,000 (approx) |
| 1951 | 1,77,000 (approx) |
| 1961 | 2,38,000 (approx) |
| 1971 | 3,11,000 (approx) |
| 1981 | 4,24,000 (approx) |
| 1991 | 5,33,000 (approx) |
| 2001 | 6,34,883 |
| 2011 | 7,57,847 |
- Population rose in every decade
- Sharp rise seen after 1961
- 1981 decade had high growth
- Average growth is near 20 percent
Population Projections for Burhanpur District
| Year | Estimated population |
| 2021 | 8,82,600 |
| 2022 | 8,94,900 |
| 2023 | 9,05,600 |
| 2024 | 9,14,700 |
| 2025 | 9,22,600 |
| 2026 | 9,29,300 |
| 2027 | 9,35,100 |
| 2028 | 9,40,000 |
| 2029 | 9,44,200 |
| 2030 | 9,47,800 |
| 2031 | 9,50,900 |
- Population is growing slowly
- Annual increase is small
- District may cross 10 lakh by 2036
- Planning can use these figures
Sex Ratio and Child Population Data
| Overall sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 951 |
| Sex ratio 2001 | 944 |
| Child sex ratio 0–6 years | 924 |
| Child sex ratio 0–6 years 2001 | 934 |
| Total child population 0–6 years | 1,22,869 |
| Male children 0–6 years | 63,874 |
| Female children 0–6 years | 58,995 |
| Child share in total population (%) | 16.21 |
Sex Ratio in Urban and Rural Areas
| Area type | Sex ratio |
| Total | 951 |
| Urban | 949 |
| Rural | 951 |
- Sex ratio is better than national average
- Child ratio has dipped from earlier level
- Rural and urban ratios are close
- Girl child care still needs focus
Literacy Rate and Education Profile
| Average literacy rate 2011 (%) | 64.36 |
| Male literacy rate 2011 (%) | 71.80 |
| Female literacy rate 2011 (%) | 56.58 |
| Average literacy 2001 (%) | 59.94 |
| Male literacy 2001 (%) | 69.85 |
| Female literacy 2001 (%) | 49.47 |
| Total literate persons 2011 | 4,08,679 |
| Male literates | 2,33,073 |
| Female literates | 1,75,606 |
Urban and Rural Literacy in Burhanpur
| Category | Literacy rate (%) |
| Total area | 64.36 |
| Urban area | 79.65 |
| Rural area | 55.95 |
Urban and Rural Literacy by Gender
| Category | Male literacy (%) | Female literacy (%) |
| Total | 71.80 | 56.58 |
| Urban | 84.64 | 74.43 |
| Rural | 64.72 | 46.78 |
- Literacy has improved since 2001
- Gap between male and female literacy is wide
- Urban literacy is much higher
- Rural women need more education support
Religion-wise Population Distribution
| Religion | Population 2011 |
| Hindu | 5,52,526 |
| Muslim | 1,80,840 |
| Buddhist | 19,883 |
| Jain | 1,884 |
| Christian | 1,199 |
| Sikh | 1,074 |
| Other religions | 99 |
| Religion not stated | 342 |
Religion Share in Total Population
| Religion | Share (%) |
| Hindu | 72.91 |
| Muslim | 23.86 |
| Buddhist | 2.62 |
| Jain | 0.25 |
| Christian | 0.16 |
| Sikh | 0.14 |
| Others | 0.01 |
| Not stated | 0.05 |
- Hindu population is dominant
- Muslim community is sizeable
- Buddhist share is small but visible
- Other faiths form very small shares
Caste Profile: SC and ST Population
| Category | Population |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64,254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,30,095 |
SC/ST Share and Sex Ratio
| Category | Share in population (%) |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8.48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30.36 |
SC/ST Sex Ratio in Burhanpur
| Category | Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) |
| SC | 945 |
| ST | 977 |
- ST population share is high
- SC share is below 10 percent
- ST sex ratio is better than district average
- Many welfare schemes target these groups
Child Population and Urban–Rural Child Data
| Area type | Child population 0–6 |
| Total | 1,22,869 |
| Urban | 34,943 |
| Rural | 87,926 |
Urban and Rural Child Details
| Area type | Child sex ratio 0–6 |
| Urban | 915 |
| Rural | 927 |
- Most children live in villages
- Rural child sex ratio is slightly better
- Urban child percentage is lower
- Services must reach rural children
Languages and Literacy by Religion
| Language | General use |
| Hindi | Main language in district |
| Local dialects | Used in daily village speech |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Burhanpur
| Religion | Average literacy (%) |
| Hindu | 62.80 |
| Muslim | 68.63 |
| Buddhist | 64.41 |
| Jain | 96.43 |
- Hindi links town and villages
- Local speech has mixed dialects
- Jain community is highly literate
- Muslim literacy is slightly above Hindu literacy
Population Density, Area and Households
| Total area (sq km) | 3,427 |
| Population density 2011 (per sq km) | 221 |
| Density 2001 (per sq km) | 185 |
Households and Houseless Population
| Total households | 1,46,341 |
| Houseless families | 431 |
| Houseless population | 1,887 |
- Density is moderate for central India
- Area is large with mix of fields and forests
- Few families still live without roof
- Housing plans can target such families
Urban and Rural Population Structure
| Category | Population |
| Urban population | 2,60,287 |
| Rural population | 4,97,560 |
Urban and Rural Share with Literacy
| Category | Population share (%) |
| Urban | 34.35 |
| Rural | 65.65 |
Urban and Rural Detailed Demographics
| Description | Rural |
| Total population | 4,97,560 |
| Male population | 2,54,978 |
| Female population | 2,42,582 |
| Child population 0–6 | 87,926 |
| Literates | 2,29,184 |
Urban Detailed Demographics
| Description | Urban |
| Total population | 2,60,287 |
| Male population | 1,33,526 |
| Female population | 1,26,761 |
| Child population 0–6 | 34,943 |
| Literates | 1,79,495 |
- Almost two thirds people live in villages
- Urban pockets are smaller but dense
- Rural literacy is lower than urban
- Services differ between town and villages
Workforce and Employment Profile
| Total workers | 3,28,339 |
| Male workers | 2,11,925 |
| Female workers | 1,16,414 |
| Worker share in population (%) | 43.33 |
- Many people are part of workforce
- Male workers are almost double female workers
- Non workers include children and elderly
- Agriculture and labour jobs are common
City and Town List in Burhanpur District
| City / town | Type |
| Burhanpur | Municipal Corporation |
| Other towns | Two more statutory towns in district |
Burhanpur City Demographics
| Total population 2011 | 2,10,886 |
| Male population | 1,08,187 |
| Female population | 1,02,699 |
- Burhanpur is main urban centre
- City attracts traders and workers
- Nearby villages depend on this town
- Urban services are concentrated here
Administrative Divisions, Sub-districts and Villages
| District | Burhanpur |
| Number of towns | 3 |
| Number of villages | 263 |
Subdistricts (Tehsils) in Burhanpur District
| Subdistrict / tehsil |
| Burhanpur |
| Khaknar |
| Nepanagar |
- District is divided into three tehsils
- Each tehsil has many villages
- Tehsil offices handle revenue work
- Local plans follow these divisions
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the population of Burhanpur district in 2011: It is 7,57,847 people
- Is Burhanpur district mainly rural or urban: It is mainly rural
- What is the literacy rate of Burhanpur district: It is about 64.36 percent
- Which religion has highest share in Burhanpur: Hindu religion has the highest share
- What is the sex ratio of Burhanpur district: It is 951 females per 1000 males