Madhepura Population
As per the 2011 Census, Madhepura District has a population of 20.02 Lac (20,01,762) with 10.48 Lac (10,47,559) males and 9.54 Lac (9,54,203) females.The sex ratio in Madhepura is 911, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Madhepura District is 4.05 Lac (4,04,576) which is 20.21% of Madhepura District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Madhepura District is 931 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Madhepura District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Madhepura Population Census 2011
- Madhepura 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
Madhepura Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Madhepura District current estimated population is projected to be 24.66 Lac (24,65,510), indicating a 23.17% increased from Madhepura's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 12.85 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.80 Lac.
Madhepura Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Madhepura District estimated population is projected to be 25.00 Lac (25,00,420), projecting a 24.91% increased from Madhepura's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 13.03 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.98 Lac.
Madhepura Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Madhepura District, with a total Hindu population of 17.54 Lac (17,53,829), accounting for 87.61% of the Madhepura District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 9.20 Lac (9,19,610), and the Hindu female population is around 8.34 Lac (8,34,219).
Madhepura Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Madhepura District, with a total Muslim population of 2.42 Lac (2,41,760), accounting for 12.08% of the Madhepura District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.25 Lac (1,24,687), and the Muslim female population is around 1.17 Lac (1,17,073).
Madhepura Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 17,53,829 | 87.61% |
| Muslim | 2,41,760 | 12.08% |
| Religion not stated | 4,387 | 0.22% |
| Christian | 1,342 | 0.07% |
| Sikh | 170 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 133 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 81 | 0% |
| Buddhist | 60 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMadhepura Urban Population
The Urban population of Madhepura District is 88.46 k (88,461), with 46.80 k (46,799) being males and 41.66 k (41,662) being females, making up 4.42% of the Madhepura total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 891 females for every 1000 males.
Madhepura Rural Population
The Rural population of Madhepura District is 19.13 Lac (19,13,301), with 10.01 Lac (10,00,760) being males and 9.13 Lac (9,12,541) being females, making up 95.58% of the Madhepura total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 912 females for every 1000 males.
Madhepura Literacy Rate
Madhepura District has a literacy rate of 52.25% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Madhepura District is 61.77 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Madhepura District is 41.74 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Madhepura District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 73.5%, while in the rural regions of Madhepura District, it is around 51.22%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Madhepura
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 52.25 | 61.77 | 41.74 |
| Urban Area | 73.5 | 79.79 | 66.35 |
| Rural Area | 51.22 | 60.89 | 40.56 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Madhepura
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 53.48 | 63.17 | 42.74 |
| Muslim | 42.92 | 50.99 | 34.29 |
| Religion not stated | 52.67 | 64.02 | 40.93 |
| Christian | 61.11 | 70.52 | 49.9 |
Madhepura Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Madhepura District is 3.46 Lac (3,46,275) with 1.79 Lac (1,79,337) males and 1.67 Lac (1,66,938) females, which is 17.3% of Madhepura District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 931 females for every 1000 males.
Madhepura Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Madhepura District is 12.53 k (12,532) with 6.44 k (6,442) males and 6.09 k (6,090) females, which is 0.63% of Madhepura District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 946 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Madhepura
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 911 |
| Urban Area | 891 |
| Rural Area | 912 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Madhepura
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 908 |
| Muslim | 939 |
| Religion not stated | 911 |
| Christian | 862 |
Madhepura Area & Households
The Total Area of Madhepura District is 1,788 Square KM, with a population density of 1,120 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Madhepura District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Madhepura District are 439.The Total Number of households in Madhepura District are 4.01 Lac(4,01,289).
Madhepura Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Madhepura District, there are about 7.78 Lac (7,77,546) workers, making up nearly 38.84% of the Madhepura District total population. Out of these, around 4.96 Lac (4,96,046) are male workers, and about 2.82 Lac (2,81,500) are female workers.
Madhepura - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Madhepura district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,29,692, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 20,01,762 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2011. The growth rate of 31.12% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 15.60%.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.
Madhepura District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,29,692 to 20,01,762.
- The year 2011 stands out with a growth rate of 31.12%.
- The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 4.30 Lac | - | - | 2.13 Lac | 2.16 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.43 Lac | 13.29 k | 3.093611238 | 2.21 Lac | 2.22 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.28 Lac | -15.25 k | -3.442554488 | 2.16 Lac | 2.12 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.53 Lac | 24.87 k | 5.81317872 | 2.30 Lac | 2.22 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.56 Lac | 3.54 k | 0.782147592 | 2.32 Lac | 2.24 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.29 Lac | 72.71 k | 15.93918534 | 2.76 Lac | 2.53 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.42 Lac | 1.14 Lac | 21.4620541 | 3.33 Lac | 3.09 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.74 Lac | 1.32 Lac | 20.5700666 | 4.07 Lac | 3.67 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.64 Lac | 1.90 Lac | 24.47535563 | 5.02 Lac | 4.62 Lac |
| 1991 | 11.78 Lac | 2.14 Lac | 22.16449022 | 6.25 Lac | 5.53 Lac |
| 2001 | 15.27 Lac | 3.49 Lac | 29.62878681 | 7.97 Lac | 7.29 Lac |
| 2011 | 20.02 Lac | 4.75 Lac | 31.12155667 | 10.48 Lac | 9.54 Lac |
Madhepura - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 24.66 Lac (24,65,510) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 25.00 Lac (25,00,420) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 25.34 Lac (25,34,437) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 25.68 Lac (25,67,808) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 26.01 Lac (26,01,179) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 26.35 Lac (26,34,549) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 26.68 Lac (26,67,920) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 26.99 Lac (26,98,553) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 27.27 Lac (27,27,208) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 27.56 Lac (27,55,863) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 27.85 Lac (27,84,518) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 28.13 Lac (28,13,173) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 28.42 Lac (28,41,828) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Madhepura District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 28.42 Lac (28,41,828), with a male population of 14.74 Lac (14,74,149) and a female population of 13.68 Lac (13,67,576). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Madhepura District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.57%.