Araria Population
As per the 2011 Census, Araria District has a population of 28.12 Lac (28,11,569) with 14.63 Lac (14,63,333) males and 13.48 Lac (13,48,236) females.The sex ratio in Araria is 922, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Araria District is 5.78 Lac (5,77,886) which is 20.55% of Araria District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Araria District is 957 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Araria District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Araria Population Census 2011
- Araria Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- Population Projections Up to 2036
Araria Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Araria District current estimated population is projected to be 34.63 Lac (34,62,924), indicating a 23.17% increased from Araria's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 17.95 Lac, and the estimated female population is 16.68 Lac.
Araria Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Araria District estimated population is projected to be 35.12 Lac (35,11,958), projecting a 24.91% increased from Araria's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 18.20 Lac, and the estimated female population is 16.92 Lac.
Araria Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Araria District, with a total Hindu population of 15.94 Lac (15,93,525), accounting for 56.68% of the Araria District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.33 Lac (8,32,863), and the Hindu female population is around 7.61 Lac (7,60,662).
Araria Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Araria District, with a total Muslim population of 12.07 Lac (12,07,442), accounting for 42.95% of the Araria District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 6.25 Lac (6,24,887), and the Muslim female population is around 5.83 Lac (5,82,555).
Araria Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 15,93,525 | 56.68% |
| Muslim | 12,07,442 | 42.95% |
| Christian | 4,116 | 0.15% |
| Religion not stated | 3,955 | 0.14% |
| Jain | 1,910 | 0.07% |
| Sikh | 371 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 187 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 63 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationAraria Urban Population
The Urban population of Araria District is 1.69 Lac (1,68,777), with 89.08 k (89,079) being males and 79.70 k (79,698) being females, making up 6% of the Araria total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 895 females for every 1000 males.
Araria Rural Population
The Rural population of Araria District is 26.43 Lac (26,42,792), with 13.74 Lac (13,74,254) being males and 12.69 Lac (12,68,538) being females, making up 94% of the Araria total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 924 females for every 1000 males.
Araria Literacy Rate
Araria District has a literacy rate of 53.53% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Araria District is 62.3 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Araria District is 43.93 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Araria District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 72.1%, while in the rural regions of Araria District, it is around 52.29%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Araria
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53.53 | 62.3 | 43.93 |
| Urban Area | 72.1 | 77.8 | 65.65 |
| Rural Area | 52.29 | 61.24 | 42.5 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Araria
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 57.27 | 66.87 | 46.67 |
| Muslim | 48.26 | 55.82 | 40.06 |
| Christian | 51.75 | 59.84 | 42.68 |
| Religion not stated | 55.56 | 65.48 | 45.08 |
Araria Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Araria District is 3.83 Lac (3,82,654) with 1.98 Lac (1,98,247) males and 1.84 Lac (1,84,407) females, which is 13.61% of Araria District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 931 females for every 1000 males.
Araria Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Araria District is 38.85 k (38,848) with 19.89 k (19,887) males and 18.96 k (18,961) females, which is 1.38% of Araria District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Araria
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 922 |
| Urban Area | 895 |
| Rural Area | 924 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Araria
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 914 |
| Muslim | 933 |
| Christian | 908 |
| Religion not stated | 922 |
Araria Area & Households
The Total Area of Araria District is 2,830 Square KM, with a population density of 993 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Araria District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Araria District are 742.The Total Number of households in Araria District are 5.68 Lac(5,68,142).
Araria Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Araria District, there are about 10.70 Lac (10,69,893) workers, making up nearly 38.05% of the Araria District total population. Out of these, around 7.08 Lac (7,08,391) are male workers, and about 3.62 Lac (3,61,502) are female workers.
Araria - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Araria district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,74,909, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 28,11,569 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 45.01% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 20.80%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Araria District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,74,909 to 28,11,569.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 45.01%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 3.75 Lac | - | - | 1.91 Lac | 1.84 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.03 Lac | 27.96 k | 7.456476105 | 2.05 Lac | 1.98 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.30 Lac | 27.33 k | 6.783678859 | 2.22 Lac | 2.09 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.65 Lac | 35.12 k | 8.163312746 | 2.40 Lac | 2.25 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.07 Lac | 41.24 k | 8.861815001 | 2.60 Lac | 2.47 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.38 Lac | 31.05 k | 6.130538984 | 2.80 Lac | 2.58 Lac |
| 1961 | 7.80 Lac | 2.42 Lac | 45.01078869 | 4.03 Lac | 3.76 Lac |
| 1971 | 9.95 Lac | 2.15 Lac | 27.58004972 | 5.18 Lac | 4.77 Lac |
| 1981 | 12.72 Lac | 2.78 Lac | 27.9075917 | 6.60 Lac | 6.12 Lac |
| 1991 | 16.12 Lac | 3.39 Lac | 26.68606164 | 8.45 Lac | 7.66 Lac |
| 2001 | 21.59 Lac | 5.47 Lac | 33.93876292 | 11.28 Lac | 10.31 Lac |
| 2011 | 28.12 Lac | 6.53 Lac | 30.24916984 | 14.63 Lac | 13.48 Lac |
Araria - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 34.63 Lac (34,62,924) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 35.12 Lac (35,11,958) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 35.60 Lac (35,59,737) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 36.07 Lac (36,06,607) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 36.53 Lac (36,53,478) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 37.00 Lac (37,00,348) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 37.47 Lac (37,47,219) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 37.90 Lac (37,90,244) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 38.30 Lac (38,30,491) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 38.71 Lac (38,70,738) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 39.11 Lac (39,10,986) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 39.51 Lac (39,51,233) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 39.91 Lac (39,91,480) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Araria District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 39.91 Lac (39,91,480), with a male population of 20.59 Lac (20,59,236) and a female population of 19.32 Lac (19,32,309). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Araria District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.57%.