Markapur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Markapur Tehsil has a population of 1.23 Lac (1,22,984) with 62.12 k (62,117) males and 60.87 k (60,867) females.The sex ratio in Markapur is 980, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Markapur Tehsil is 14.63 k (14,627) which is 11.89% of Markapur Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Markapur Tehsil is 947 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Markapur Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Prakasam District in the state of ANDHRA PRADESH in India.
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Markapur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Markapur Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.32 Lac (1,32,031), indicating a 7.36% increased from Markapur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 66.55 k, and the estimated female population is 65.48 k.
Markapur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Markapur Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.32 Lac (1,32,485), projecting a 7.73% increased from Markapur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 66.76 k, and the estimated female population is 65.72 k.
Markapur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Markapur Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 1.08 Lac (1,07,546), accounting for 87.45% of the Markapur Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 54.45 k (54,454), and the Hindu female population is around 53.09 k (53,092).
Markapur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Markapur Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 14.47 k (14,465), accounting for 11.76% of the Markapur Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 7.19 k (7,185), and the Muslim female population is around 7.28 k (7,280).
Markapur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,07,546 | 87.45% |
| Muslim | 14,465 | 11.76% |
| Christian | 592 | 0.48% |
| Religion not stated | 365 | 0.3% |
| Sikh | 6 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 4 | 0% |
| Buddhist | 3 | 0% |
| Jain | 3 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMarkapur Urban Population
The Urban population of Markapur Tehsil is 71.09 k (71,092), with 35.70 k (35,696) being males and 35.40 k (35,396) being females, making up 57.81% of the Markapur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 992 females for every 1000 males.
Markapur Rural Population
The Rural population of Markapur Tehsil is 51.89 k (51,892), with 26.42 k (26,421) being males and 25.47 k (25,471) being females, making up 42.19% of the Markapur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 965 females for every 1000 males.
Markapur Literacy Rate
Markapur Tehsil has a literacy rate of 67.66% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Markapur Tehsil is 78.63 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Markapur Tehsil is 56.52 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Markapur Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 75.29%, while in the rural regions of Markapur Tehsil, it is around 57.11%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Markapur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67.66 | 78.63 | 56.52 |
| Urban Area | 75.29 | 84.5 | 66.04 |
| Rural Area | 57.11 | 70.62 | 43.17 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Markapur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 66.96 | 78.05 | 55.65 |
| Muslim | 72.11 | 82.76 | 61.56 |
| Christian | 87.99 | 88.66 | 87.41 |
| Religion not stated | 64.2 | 72.73 | 54.05 |
Markapur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Markapur Tehsil is 21.72 k (21,723) with 10.88 k (10,881) males and 10.84 k (10,842) females, which is 17.66% of Markapur Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 997 females for every 1000 males.
Markapur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Markapur Tehsil is 2.67 k (2,668) with 1.34 k (1,336) males and 1.33 k (1,332) females, which is 2.17% of Markapur Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 998 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Markapur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 980 |
| Urban Area | 992 |
| Rural Area | 965 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Markapur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 975 |
| Muslim | 1014 |
| Christian | 1169 |
| Religion not stated | 844 |
Markapur Area & Households
The Total Area of Markapur Tehsil is 307.01 Square KM, with a population density of 401 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Markapur Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Markapur Tehsil are 23.The Total Number of households in Markapur Tehsil are 29.91 k(29,906).
Markapur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Markapur Tehsil, there are about 53.53 k (53,528) workers, making up nearly 43.52% of the Markapur Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 33.71 k (33,714) are male workers, and about 19.81 k (19,814) are female workers.
Markapur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.32 Lac (1,32,031) | 7.36% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.32 Lac (1,32,485) | 7.73% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.33 Lac (1,32,809) | 7.99% | 0.26 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.33 Lac (1,33,038) | 8.17% | 0.18 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.33 Lac (1,33,271) | 8.36% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.34 Lac (1,33,500) | 8.55% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.34 Lac (1,33,730) | 8.74% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.34 Lac (1,33,849) | 8.83% | 0.09 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.34 Lac (1,33,886) | 8.86% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.34 Lac (1,33,925) | 8.9% | 0.04 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.34 Lac (1,33,962) | 8.93% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.34 Lac (1,33,999) | 8.96% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.34 Lac (1,34,039) | 8.99% | 0.03 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Markapur Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.34 Lac (1,34,039), with a male population of 67.34 k (67,339) and a female population of 66.69 k (66,694). This reflects a total growth of 8.99% from Markapur Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.14%.