Paraiya Population
As per the 2011 Census, Paraiya Tehsil has a population of 1.02 Lac (1,01,969) with 52.77 k (52,771) males and 49.20 k (49,198) females.The sex ratio in Paraiya is 933, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Paraiya Tehsil is 18.48 k (18,479) which is 18.12% of Paraiya Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Paraiya Tehsil is 929 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Paraiya Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Gaya District in the state of BIHAR in India.
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Paraiya Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Paraiya Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.26 Lac (1,25,593), indicating a 23.17% increased from Paraiya's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 64.74 k, and the estimated female population is 60.86 k.
Paraiya Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Paraiya Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.27 Lac (1,27,371), projecting a 24.91% increased from Paraiya's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 65.63 k, and the estimated female population is 61.74 k.
Paraiya Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Paraiya Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 97.69 k (97,694), accounting for 95.81% of the Paraiya Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 50.55 k (50,554), and the Hindu female population is around 47.14 k (47,140).
Paraiya Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Paraiya Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 4.14 k (4,136), accounting for 4.06% of the Paraiya Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.14 k (2,135), and the Muslim female population is around 2.00 k (2,001).
Paraiya Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 97,694 | 95.81% |
| Muslim | 4,136 | 4.06% |
| Religion not stated | 114 | 0.11% |
| Christian | 14 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 5 | 0% |
| Buddhist | 4 | 0% |
| Jain | 2 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationParaiya Urban Population
The Urban population of Paraiya Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Paraiya total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Paraiya Rural Population
The Rural population of Paraiya Tehsil is 1.02 Lac (1,01,969), with 52.77 k (52,771) being males and 49.20 k (49,198) being females, making up 100% of the Paraiya total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 933 females for every 1000 males.
Paraiya Literacy Rate
Paraiya Tehsil has a literacy rate of 65.48% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Paraiya Tehsil is 76.37 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Paraiya Tehsil is 53.81 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Paraiya Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Paraiya Tehsil, it is around 65.48%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Paraiya
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 65.48 | 76.37 | 53.81 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 65.48 | 76.37 | 53.81 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Paraiya
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 65.4 | 76.45 | 53.56 |
| Muslim | 67.14 | 74.7 | 59.06 |
| Religion not stated | 67.44 | 66.67 | 68.57 |
| Christian | 90 | 100 | 0 |
Paraiya Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Paraiya Tehsil is 34.59 k (34,592) with 17.91 k (17,909) males and 16.68 k (16,683) females, which is 33.92% of Paraiya Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 932 females for every 1000 males.
Paraiya Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Paraiya Tehsil is 11 (11) with 5 (5) males and 6 (6) females, which is 0.01% of Paraiya Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1200 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Paraiya
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 933 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 933 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Paraiya
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 933 |
| Muslim | 938 |
| Religion not stated | 754 |
| Christian | 0 |
Paraiya Area & Households
The Total Area of Paraiya Tehsil is 134.67 Square KM, with a population density of 757 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Paraiya Tehsil are 85.The Total Number of households in Paraiya Tehsil are 16.55 k(16,549).
Paraiya Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Paraiya Tehsil, there are about 37.26 k (37,255) workers, making up nearly 36.54% of the Paraiya Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 24.95 k (24,947) are male workers, and about 12.31 k (12,308) are female workers.
Paraiya - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.26 Lac (1,25,593) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.27 Lac (1,27,371) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.29 Lac (1,29,104) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.31 Lac (1,30,804) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.33 Lac (1,32,504) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.34 Lac (1,34,203) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.36 Lac (1,35,903) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.37 Lac (1,37,464) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.39 Lac (1,38,923) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.40 Lac (1,40,383) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.42 Lac (1,41,843) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.43 Lac (1,43,302) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.45 Lac (1,44,762) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Paraiya Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.45 Lac (1,44,762), with a male population of 74.26 k (74,261) and a female population of 70.51 k (70,512). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Paraiya Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.57%.