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Pauni Population Data

Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.

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Pauni Population 2026

1,59,318 (Estimated)

Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.

Next Census 2027
1,59,610
Projected Estimate

Methodology: Population projections are calculated using an annual compound growth rate of 0.20% derived from Census 2001-2011 data. The formula used is P × (1 + r/100)^(Y - 2011), where P is the 2011 population and r is the growth rate.

Pauni Population 2026

Pauni is a city located in Bhandara District, Maharashtra, India. As of 2026, the estimated population of Pauni is 1,59,291, based on Census 2011 data and a growth rate of 0.20% per annum. According to Census 2011, Pauni had a population of 1,54,588. The population comprises 77,848 males and 76,740 females.

Looking ahead, the projected population of Pauni for Census 2027 is estimated to be 1,59,610, assuming the current growth trend continues.

Demographics of Pauni

The sex ratio of Pauni is 986 females per 1000 males, which meets or exceeds the national average of 940. This demographic indicator reflects the gender balance and social conditions within the city.

Pauni serves as an important urban center in Bhandara District, contributing to the region's economic and social development. The city's demographic profile has evolved over successive census periods, reflecting changes in urbanization, migration, and development patterns.

Pauni Literacy and Education

Education is a key development indicator, and Pauni has achieved a literacy rate of 72.85% as per Census 2011. This literacy rate reflects the city's commitment to education and human development.

The city continues to work towards improving educational outcomes, with various initiatives focused on increasing access to quality education for all residents.

Historical Growth (2001-2011)

Between Census 2001 and Census 2011, Pauni experienced a population growth of 2.0%, growing from 1,51,487 to 1,54,588. The annual compound growth rate during this period was 0.20%. This growth pattern provides insights into the city's development trajectory and helps in planning for future infrastructure and services.

Census 2011 Data

Official
👥Total Population
1,54,588
📖Literacy Rate
72.85%
⚖️Sex Ratio
986
per 1000 Males
🏠Households
36,875
👶

Child (0-6) Stats

Future Generation • 10.7% of total pop

Child Sex Ratio 959

Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)

Boys 8,417
Girls 8,073

Literacy Gap

13.8% Diff
Male Literacy 79.7%
Female Literacy 65.9%
SC Population
31,476
20.4% of total
ST Population
10,167
6.6% of total
👷

Workforce Economy

Primary occupation: farming (Labor)

Worker Participation Rate 52%
Main Workers 56,824

Employment > 6 months/year

Marginal Workers 23,774

Employment < 6 months/year

Employment Sectors

Other Workers (Services/Ind) 14.7%
Cultivators (Farmers) 22.1%
Agricultural Laborers 61.5%
Household Industries 1.7%

Villages & Towns

156 locations
Name Type Population
pauni (m cl) Village 22,821
adyal Village 8,847
kondha Village 4,434
chichal Village 3,917
bhuyar Village 3,129
akot Village 3,014
kosara Village 2,995
mangali (chauras) Village 2,890
nerala Village 2,873
walani Village 2,451
bhawad Village 2,199
kurza Village 2,052
savarla Village 2,045
brahmi Village 1,854
palora (chauras) Village 1,793
gose bk. Village 1,789
pimpalgaon (nipani) Village 1,779
khairi (diwan) Village 1,772
shivnala (walani) Village 1,759
pathari (chichal) Village 1,717
kodurli (pawani) Village 1,673
bhendara Village 1,576
tirri Village 1,563
kanhalgaon (somnala) Village 1,541
gose kh. Village 1,468
sendri bk. Village 1,467
lonhara Village 1,390
nishti Village 1,352
minsi Village 1,326
virali (khandar) Village 1,320
wahi Village 1,307
pilandri Village 1,290
borgaon (asgaon) Village 1,273
nilaj (amgaon) Village 1,260
junona Village 1,243
somanala bk. Village 1,197
chikhali (adyal) Village 1,170
brahmani (sindpuri) Village 1,164
korambhi (khapri) Village 1,160
pauna bk. Village 1,154
katurli Village 1,139
bhojapur (pauni) Village 1,116
nighavi Village 1,110
ruyad Village 1,078
itgaon (kurza) Village 1,035
mohari Village 1,034
dhamani Village 1,012
sendri kh. Village 1,010
sedisomnala Village 966
gudegaon Village 961
sonegaon (virli) Village 961
wasela Village 938
betala (pauni) Village 928
dhanori Village 919
amgaon (adarsh) Village 914
umari (adyal) Village 905
mendhegaon Village 878
chakara Village 874
bachewadi Village 862
khapari (korambhi) Village 839
umari (visapur) Village 829
sirsala Village 820
khatkheda Village 812
saundal Village 792
mokhara Village 783
kesalwada (chikhali) Village 758
pauna kh. Village 746
kalewada Village 745
nevegaon alias palepar Village 737
ranala Village 716
khambadi Village 702
sawargaon (nerala) Village 687
kakepar Village 683
fanoli Village 663
chandi Village 609
waigaon Village 565
khairi (telota) Village 554
atri Village 545
rewani Village 544
visapur Village 538
khokari dhorap Village 535
wadegaon (sindpuri) Village 521
parsodi (gaidongri) Village 459
sindpuri (pauni) Village 458
welwa Village 455
chichkheda Village 449
chandakapur (i) Village 443
garadapur Village 441
pahungaon Village 439
salewada Village 388
tekadi Village 382
singori (wahi) Village 369
lawadi Village 366
surbodi Village 364
vilam Village 364
gaidongari Village 359
navegaon (brahmi) Village 345
khairi (tirri) Village 317
malchi Village 309
channewada Village 308
yenoda Village 304
kodurli Village 286
khapari (bhugar) Village 267
nimgaon (avalgaon) Village 242
khapari (saundad) Village 238
ambadi (navegaon) Village 233
sindhi Village 229
shivnala (gondi) Village 225
pendhari Village 214
kesalapuri Village 207
kamkazari Village 205
naigaon Village 204
borgaon (khambadi) Village 198
nandikheda Village 191
bhikarminsi Village 167
nirgudi Village 167
thanegaon Village 165
somanala kh. Village 158
mahalgaon (parsodi) Village 144
segaon Village 144
kawadsi (parsodi) Village 126
pannasi Village 125
ranala alias ahnapurna Village 124
thana (korambi) Village 123
telpendhari Village 90
mujbi Village 86
dhakundi Village 85
selari Village 79
kotalpar Village 67
khaksi Village 57
thana (navegal) Village 30
rohana (wahi) Village 21
kosambodi Village 16
kachekhani Village 7
jogikheda (hamesha) Village 5
asgaon Village 0
avatgaon Village 0
belgata (pauni rural) Village 0
bhivkhidki Village 0
chichbodi Village 0
chichgaon Village 0
dhamangaon Village 0
jogikheda Village 0
kisanpur (hamesha) Village 0
lohara (wahi) Village 0
mandavgota Village 0
mendha Village 0
murmadi Village 0
nagangaon Village 0
panjarepar Village 0
pradhan (dhorap) Village 0
rajkota Village 0
rengepar (tirri) Village 0
salebhatti Village 0
singora (hamesha) Village 0
tambekhani Village 0

Historical Comparison (2001-2011)

Decadal Change
Metric Census 2001 Census 2011 Change
Population 1,51,487 1,54,588 +2.05%
Literacy Rate 63.57% 72.85% +9.3%
Sex Ratio 975 986 +11
Decadal Growth Rate
2.05%
Total population change from 2001 to 2011
Annual Compound Growth Rate (CAGR)
0.20%
Average annual growth rate over 10 years

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Pauni in 2026?
The estimated population of Pauni in 2026 is 1,59,291. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of 0.20%.
What is the literacy rate of Pauni?
The literacy rate of Pauni is 72.85% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Pauni?
The sex ratio of Pauni is 986 females per 1000 males according to Census 2011. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.
What is the projected population of Pauni in 2027?
The projected population of Pauni in 2027 is 1,59,610. This projection is based on the 0.20% annual growth rate calculated from Census 2001-2011 data.
How has Pauni population changed since 2001?
Pauni population grew from 1,51,487 in 2001 to 1,54,588 in 2011, a decadal growth of 2.05%. The annual compound growth rate was 0.20%.
What was the population of Pauni in Census 2011?
According to Census 2011, Pauni had a total population of 1,54,588. This comprised 77,848 males and 76,740 females.

📊 Comparison & Rankings

🏆
Rank in Bhandara District
#3 of 7
By population size
🎯
Rank in Maharashtra
#236 of 356
Among all talukas/cities in state

Comparison with Averages

Metric Pauni Bhandara Avg Maharashtra Avg
Literacy Rate 72.85%
74.49% ↓ 1.6%
69.46% ↑ 3.4%
Sex Ratio 986
983 ↑ 3
958 ↑ 28

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