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North Twenty Four Parganas

District in West Bengal

North Twenty Four Parganas District of West Bengal has a total population of 1,00,09,781 as per the Census 2011. Out of which 51,19,389 are males while 48,90,392 are females. In 2011 there were total 57,32,162 families residing in urban areas while 42,77,619 families were living in rural areas. The district population is mostly Urban, with 42.73% living in rural areas and 57.27% in urban areas. The district has a total literacy rate of 84.06%. The entire district extends over an area of N/A.

👥 Total Population
1,00,09,781
📚 Literacy Rate
84.06%
⚖️ Sex Ratio
955

per 1000 males

🏙️ Urbanization
57.3%

Urban Population

Compare with Census 2001

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Demographics & Social Profile

The text sex ratio of North Twenty Four Parganas stands at 955 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 84.06%.

The Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 21.67% while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 2.64% of total population in North Twenty Four Parganas.

Workforce Statistics

Out of the total population of 1,00,09,781, 35,71,624 are engaged in work or business activity. This constitutes 35.68% of the total population. Of the total workforce, 85.55% are Main Workers (employed for more than 6 months), while the remaining 14.45% are Marginal Workers.

Main Workers
30,55,630

Full-time employment

Marginal Workers
5,15,994

Part-time / Seasonal

Non-Workers
64,38,157

Dependents / Students

Talukas / Tehsils

Sex Ratio Profile

Literacy Performance

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal?

North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal has a total population of 1,00,09,781 as per Census 2011. The district comprises 51,19,389 males and 48,90,392 females.

What is the literacy rate of North Twenty Four Parganas district?

The overall literacy rate of North Twenty Four Parganas district is 84.06%. Male literacy is N/A% and female literacy is N/A%.

What is the sex ratio in North Twenty Four Parganas district?

The sex ratio in North Twenty Four Parganas district is 955 females per 1000 males. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.

Is North Twenty Four Parganas district urban or rural?

North Twenty Four Parganas district has 57.3% urban population and 42.7% rural population. The district is predominantly urban in nature.

What is the workforce participation in North Twenty Four Parganas district?

Out of the total population of 1,00,09,781, 35,71,624 people (35.7%) are engaged in work activities in North Twenty Four Parganas district.