Katihar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Katihar District has a population of 30.71 Lac (30,71,029) with 16.00 Lac (16,00,430) males and 14.71 Lac (14,70,599) females.The sex ratio in Katihar is 919, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Katihar District is 6.20 Lac (6,20,332) which is 20.2% of Katihar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Katihar District is 961 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Katihar District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Katihar Population Census 2011
- Katihar 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
Katihar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Katihar District current estimated population is projected to be 37.82 Lac (37,82,493), indicating a 23.17% increased from Katihar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 19.63 Lac, and the estimated female population is 18.19 Lac.
Katihar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Katihar District estimated population is projected to be 38.36 Lac (38,36,052), projecting a 24.91% increased from Katihar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 19.90 Lac, and the estimated female population is 18.46 Lac.
Katihar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Katihar District, with a total Hindu population of 16.85 Lac (16,84,589), accounting for 54.85% of the Katihar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.81 Lac (8,81,050), and the Hindu female population is around 8.04 Lac (8,03,539).
Katihar Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Katihar District, with a total Muslim population of 13.66 Lac (13,65,645), accounting for 44.47% of the Katihar District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 7.09 Lac (7,08,752), and the Muslim female population is around 6.57 Lac (6,56,893).
Katihar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 16,84,589 | 54.85% |
| Muslim | 13,65,645 | 44.47% |
| Christian | 8,659 | 0.28% |
| Religion not stated | 6,522 | 0.21% |
| Sikh | 2,754 | 0.09% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2,141 | 0.07% |
| Jain | 507 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 212 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKatihar Urban Population
The Urban population of Katihar District is 2.74 Lac (2,73,822), with 1.45 Lac (1,44,686) being males and 1.29 Lac (1,29,136) being females, making up 8.92% of the Katihar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 893 females for every 1000 males.
Katihar Rural Population
The Rural population of Katihar District is 27.97 Lac (27,97,207), with 14.56 Lac (14,55,744) being males and 13.41 Lac (13,41,463) being females, making up 91.08% of the Katihar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 922 females for every 1000 males.
Katihar Literacy Rate
Katihar District has a literacy rate of 52.24% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Katihar District is 59.36 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Katihar District is 44.39 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Katihar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 77.27%, while in the rural regions of Katihar District, it is around 49.6%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Katihar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 52.24 | 59.36 | 44.39 |
| Urban Area | 77.27 | 82.46 | 71.4 |
| Rural Area | 49.6 | 56.9 | 41.59 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Katihar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 57.34 | 65.32 | 48.5 |
| Muslim | 45.58 | 51.54 | 39.08 |
| Christian | 55.83 | 63.57 | 47.79 |
| Religion not stated | 52.31 | 60.6 | 44.19 |
Katihar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Katihar District is 2.63 Lac (2,63,100) with 1.36 Lac (1,36,429) males and 1.27 Lac (1,26,671) females, which is 8.57% of Katihar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 929 females for every 1000 males.
Katihar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Katihar District is 1.80 Lac (1,79,971) with 92.19 k (92,190) males and 87.78 k (87,781) females, which is 5.86% of Katihar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 953 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Katihar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 919 |
| Urban Area | 893 |
| Rural Area | 922 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Katihar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 913 |
| Muslim | 927 |
| Christian | 954 |
| Religion not stated | 991 |
Katihar Area & Households
The Total Area of Katihar District is 3,057 Square KM, with a population density of 1,005 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Katihar District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Katihar District are 1,540.The Total Number of households in Katihar District are 6.19 Lac(6,19,076).
Katihar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Katihar District, there are about 10.14 Lac (10,13,566) workers, making up nearly 33% of the Katihar District total population. Out of these, around 7.61 Lac (7,60,522) are male workers, and about 2.53 Lac (2,53,044) are female workers.
Katihar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Katihar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,84,667, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 30,71,029 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 31.09% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 18.74%.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.
Katihar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,84,667 to 30,71,029.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 31.09%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 4.85 Lac | - | - | 2.47 Lac | 2.38 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.21 Lac | 36.14 k | 7.456253469 | 2.65 Lac | 2.56 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.56 Lac | 35.33 k | 6.783921045 | 2.87 Lac | 2.70 Lac |
| 1931 | 6.02 Lac | 45.40 k | 8.162931369 | 3.11 Lac | 2.91 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.55 Lac | 53.31 k | 8.862024195 | 3.36 Lac | 3.19 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.95 Lac | 40.15 k | 6.1304958 | 3.60 Lac | 3.35 Lac |
| 1961 | 9.11 Lac | 2.16 Lac | 31.08710104 | 4.72 Lac | 4.39 Lac |
| 1971 | 11.37 Lac | 2.26 Lac | 24.80217598 | 5.91 Lac | 5.46 Lac |
| 1981 | 14.29 Lac | 2.92 Lac | 25.64903597 | 7.41 Lac | 6.88 Lac |
| 1991 | 18.25 Lac | 3.97 Lac | 27.77207687 | 9.56 Lac | 8.69 Lac |
| 2001 | 23.93 Lac | 5.67 Lac | 31.07615948 | 12.47 Lac | 11.46 Lac |
| 2011 | 30.71 Lac | 6.78 Lac | 28.35326531 | 16.00 Lac | 14.71 Lac |
Katihar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 37.82 Lac (37,82,493) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 38.36 Lac (38,36,052) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 38.88 Lac (38,88,240) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 39.39 Lac (39,39,436) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 39.91 Lac (39,90,632) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 40.42 Lac (40,41,828) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 40.93 Lac (40,93,024) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 41.40 Lac (41,40,019) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 41.84 Lac (41,83,980) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 42.28 Lac (42,27,942) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 42.72 Lac (42,71,903) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 43.16 Lac (43,15,865) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 43.60 Lac (43,59,826) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Katihar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 43.60 Lac (43,59,826), with a male population of 22.52 Lac (22,52,162) and a female population of 21.08 Lac (21,07,681). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Katihar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.57%.