Hugli
District in WEST BENGAL
As of 2026 estimates, Hugli population is projected to be N/A, showing a N/A% growth since the 2011 Census. The district has a literacy rate of N/A% and a sex ratio of 961.
Hugli District of WEST BENGAL has a total population of 55,19,145 as per the Census 2011. Out of which 28,14,653 are males while 27,04,492 are females. The district has a total literacy rate of N/A%. The entire district extends over an area of N/A.
- 👥 Total Population
- 55,19,145
- ⚖️ Sex Ratio
- 961
per 1000 males
Compare with Census 2001
See how Hugli has changed over the decade
👶 Child Population (0-6 years)
Children aged 0-6 years constitute 9.66% of the total population. The child sex ratio is 952 girls per 1000 boys, which is lower than the overall district sex ratio of 961.
Total Children
5,33,210
9.66% of population
Boys
2,73,116
51.2%
Girls
2,60,094
48.8%
Child Sex Ratio
952
girls per 1000 boys
Religion Breakdown
What is the demographics & social profile of Hugli?
The text sex ratio of Hugli stands at 961 females per 1000 males. This is comparable to or better than the national average. In terms of literacy, the district has reflected a growth, currently standing at N/A%. Male literacy stands at 87.03% while female literacy is at 76.36%, showing a gender gap of 10.67%.
The Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 24.35% while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 4.15% of total population in Hugli.
What is the workforce statistics of Hugli?
Out of the total population of 55,19,145, 21,52,870 are engaged in work or business activity. This constitutes 39.01% of the total population. Of the total workforce, 79.64% are Main Workers (employed for more than 6 months), while the remaining 20.36% are Marginal Workers.
- Main Workers
- 17,14,645
- Marginal Workers
- 4,38,225
- Non-Workers
- 33,66,275
Full-time employment
Part-time / Seasonal
Dependents / Students
Talukas / Tehsils
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Population: 1,40,030
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Population: 1,60,585
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Dhaniakhali
Population: 3,20,534
Pandua
Population: 3,16,197
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Population: 2,28,998
Chinsurah - Magra
Population: 2,44,383
Polba - Dadpur
Population: 2,63,555
Haripal
Population: 2,61,073
Singur
Population: 2,76,413
Serampur Uttarpara
Population: 1,52,266
Chanditala - I
Population: 1,79,825
Chanditala - II
Population: 1,58,396
Jangipara
Population: 2,21,578
Khanakul - I
Population: 2,54,434
Khanakul - II
Population: 1,84,734
Area not under any Sub-district
Population: 15,18,352
What is the sex ratio of Hugli?
Population breakdown: 28,14,653 males (51.0%) and 27,04,492 females (49.0%) out of 55,19,145 total population.
What is the literacy rate of Hugli?
Literacy rate for District is % out of 40,78,388 total literate population.
How does male vs female literacy compare in Hugli?
Literacy rates: Male 87.03%, Female 76.36%, Overall %. Gender gap is 10.7%.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Hugli district in WEST BENGAL?
Hugli district in WEST BENGAL has a total population of 55,19,145 as per Census 2011. The district comprises 28,14,653 males and 27,04,492 females.
What is the literacy rate of Hugli district?
The overall literacy rate of Hugli district is N/A%. Male literacy is 87.03% and female literacy is 76.36%.
What is the sex ratio in Hugli district?
The sex ratio in Hugli district is 961 females per 1000 males. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.
What is the child population of Hugli district?
Hugli district has 5,33,210 children aged 0-6 years. Of these, 2,73,116 are boys and 2,60,094 are girls. The child sex ratio is 952 girls per 1000 boys.
What is the workforce participation in Hugli district?
Out of the total population of 55,19,145, 21,52,870 people (39.0%) are engaged in work activities in Hugli district.
Sources & Methodology
Primary Data: Census 2011, Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India.
2026 Projections: Estimated using linear growth extrapolation from 2001-2011 data. View our Methodology Page for details.