Kishanganj Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kishanganj District has a population of 16.90 Lac (16,90,400) with 8.67 Lac (8,66,970) males and 8.23 Lac (8,23,430) females.The sex ratio in Kishanganj is 950, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kishanganj District is 3.47 Lac (3,46,904) which is 20.52% of Kishanganj District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kishanganj District is 972 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kishanganj District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kishanganj Population Census 2011
- Kishanganj 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
Kishanganj Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kishanganj District current estimated population is projected to be 20.82 Lac (20,82,015), indicating a 23.17% increased from Kishanganj's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 10.64 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.19 Lac.
Kishanganj Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kishanganj District estimated population is projected to be 21.11 Lac (21,11,495), projecting a 24.91% increased from Kishanganj's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 10.78 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.33 Lac.
Kishanganj Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Kishanganj District, with a total Muslim population of 11.49 Lac (11,49,095), accounting for 67.98% of the Kishanganj District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 5.87 Lac (5,86,992), and the Muslim female population is around 5.62 Lac (5,62,103).
Kishanganj Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Kishanganj District, with a total Hindu population of 5.31 Lac (5,31,236), accounting for 31.43% of the Kishanganj District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.75 Lac (2,74,822), and the Hindu female population is around 2.56 Lac (2,56,414).
Kishanganj Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 11,49,095 | 67.98% |
| Hindu | 5,31,236 | 31.43% |
| Christian | 5,783 | 0.34% |
| Religion not stated | 2,201 | 0.13% |
| Jain | 1,476 | 0.09% |
| Sikh | 398 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 183 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 28 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKishanganj Urban Population
The Urban population of Kishanganj District is 1.61 Lac (1,61,123), with 83.65 k (83,652) being males and 77.47 k (77,471) being females, making up 9.53% of the Kishanganj total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 927 females for every 1000 males.
Kishanganj Rural Population
The Rural population of Kishanganj District is 15.29 Lac (15,29,277), with 7.83 Lac (7,83,318) being males and 7.46 Lac (7,45,959) being females, making up 90.47% of the Kishanganj total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 953 females for every 1000 males.
Kishanganj Literacy Rate
Kishanganj District has a literacy rate of 55.46% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kishanganj District is 63.66 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kishanganj District is 46.76 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Kishanganj District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 71.18%, while in the rural regions of Kishanganj District, it is around 53.71%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kishanganj
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 55.46 | 63.66 | 46.76 |
| Urban Area | 71.18 | 76.58 | 65.31 |
| Rural Area | 53.71 | 62.21 | 44.74 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kishanganj
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 53.15 | 60.66 | 45.28 |
| Hindu | 60.16 | 69.75 | 49.76 |
| Christian | 54.95 | 63.18 | 46.58 |
| Religion not stated | 64.04 | 74.63 | 53.35 |
Kishanganj Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kishanganj District is 1.13 Lac (1,13,118) with 57.96 k (57,964) males and 55.15 k (55,154) females, which is 6.69% of Kishanganj District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 952 females for every 1000 males.
Kishanganj Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kishanganj District is 64.22 k (64,224) with 32.51 k (32,506) males and 31.72 k (31,718) females, which is 3.8% of Kishanganj District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 976 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kishanganj
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 950 |
| Urban Area | 927 |
| Rural Area | 953 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kishanganj
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 958 |
| Hindu | 934 |
| Christian | 972 |
| Religion not stated | 936 |
Kishanganj Area & Households
The Total Area of Kishanganj District is 1,884 Square KM, with a population density of 897 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kishanganj District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Kishanganj District are 771.The Total Number of households in Kishanganj District are 3.38 Lac(3,38,445).
Kishanganj Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kishanganj District, there are about 5.29 Lac (5,29,064) workers, making up nearly 31.3% of the Kishanganj District total population. Out of these, around 4.21 Lac (4,21,192) are male workers, and about 1.08 Lac (1,07,872) are female workers.
Kishanganj - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kishanganj district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,34,482, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 16,90,400 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 36.72% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 20.29%.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.
Kishanganj District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,34,482 to 16,90,400.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 36.72%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.34 Lac | - | - | 1.20 Lac | 1.15 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.52 Lac | 17.48 k | 7.456435888 | 1.28 Lac | 1.24 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.69 Lac | 17.09 k | 6.78385179 | 1.39 Lac | 1.30 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.91 Lac | 21.96 k | 8.163265306 | 1.50 Lac | 1.41 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.17 Lac | 25.79 k | 8.861842535 | 1.63 Lac | 1.54 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.36 Lac | 19.42 k | 6.130430254 | 1.80 Lac | 1.56 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.60 Lac | 1.23 Lac | 36.72074591 | 2.45 Lac | 2.14 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.19 Lac | 1.59 Lac | 34.60277614 | 3.24 Lac | 2.94 Lac |
| 1981 | 8.05 Lac | 1.87 Lac | 30.14999038 | 4.19 Lac | 3.86 Lac |
| 1991 | 9.84 Lac | 1.79 Lac | 22.19876747 | 5.09 Lac | 4.75 Lac |
| 2001 | 12.96 Lac | 3.12 Lac | 31.72835881 | 6.70 Lac | 6.27 Lac |
| 2011 | 16.90 Lac | 3.94 Lac | 30.39708473 | 8.67 Lac | 8.23 Lac |
Kishanganj - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 20.82 Lac (20,82,015) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 21.11 Lac (21,11,495) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 21.40 Lac (21,40,221) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 21.68 Lac (21,68,401) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 21.97 Lac (21,96,581) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 22.25 Lac (22,24,761) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 22.53 Lac (22,52,941) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 22.79 Lac (22,78,809) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 23.03 Lac (23,03,007) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 23.27 Lac (23,27,205) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 23.51 Lac (23,51,403) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 23.76 Lac (23,75,601) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 24.00 Lac (23,99,798) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kishanganj District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 24.00 Lac (23,99,798), with a male population of 12.20 Lac (12,20,020) and a female population of 11.80 Lac (11,80,150). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Kishanganj District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.57%.