Batala is a major city in the Gurdaspur district in the Majha region of Punjab, India. It is located about 39 km from Amritsar and around 32 km from Gurdaspur, the district headquarters. Batala became a Municipal Corporation on 3 March 2019.
As per Census 2011, the population of Batala City was 156,400 (1.56 lakh). It is among the larger urban centers of Punjab in terms of population and industrial importance. Based on current growth trends, the estimated population of Batala City in 2026 is around 2 lakh.
👉 Projected Population of Batala in 2026 – 2 lakh
Batala City Census 2011 Data
| Particulars | Census 2011 |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 156,400 (1.56 lakh) |
| Male Population | 82,459 |
| Female Population | 73,941 |
| City Area | 42 sq. km |
| Population Density | 5,000 per sq. km |
| Average Literacy Rate | 85.49% |
| Male Literacy | 88.81% |
| Female Literacy | 81.81% |
| Sex Ratio | 897 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 831 |
| Children (0–6 years) | 14,698 |
| Boys (0–6 years) | 8,028 |
| Girls (0–6 years) | 6,670 |
Source: Census of India 2011
Key Takeaways
Batala had a population of 1.56 lakh in 2011.
The literacy rate stood at 85.49%, reflecting strong educational development.
The city had a sex ratio of 897 females per 1000 males.
Children aged 0–6 years formed about 9.4% of the total population.
Population density is high at 5,000 persons per sq. km, indicating urban concentration.
Religion in Batala City
As per the Census 2011, Hinduism is the majority religion in Batala, followed by Sikhism. Small Christian and other communities are also present.
| Religion | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|
| Hinduism | 56% |
| Sikhism | 37.82% |
| Christianity | 4.35% |
| Others | 1.83% |
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