Munger Population
As per the 2011 Census, Munger District has a population of 13.68 Lac (13,67,765) with 7.29 Lac (7,29,041) males and 6.39 Lac (6,38,724) females.The sex ratio in Munger is 877, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Munger District is 2.30 Lac (2,29,860) which is 16.81% of Munger District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Munger District is 922 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Munger District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Munger Population Census 2011
- Munger 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
Munger Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Munger District current estimated population is projected to be 16.85 Lac (16,84,635), indicating a 23.17% increased from Munger's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.94 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.90 Lac.
Munger Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Munger District estimated population is projected to be 17.08 Lac (17,08,489), projecting a 24.91% increased from Munger's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 9.07 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.02 Lac.
Munger Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Munger District, with a total Hindu population of 12.52 Lac (12,52,319), accounting for 91.56% of the Munger District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.68 Lac (6,68,210), and the Hindu female population is around 5.84 Lac (5,84,109).
Munger Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Munger District, with a total Muslim population of 1.10 Lac (1,10,416), accounting for 8.07% of the Munger District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 58.25 k (58,250), and the Muslim female population is around 52.17 k (52,166).
Munger Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 12,52,319 | 91.56% |
| Muslim | 1,10,416 | 8.07% |
| Religion not stated | 2,576 | 0.19% |
| Christian | 1,815 | 0.13% |
| Sikh | 338 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 145 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 95 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 61 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMunger Urban Population
The Urban population of Munger District is 3.80 Lac (3,80,120), with 2.02 Lac (2,01,742) being males and 1.78 Lac (1,78,378) being females, making up 27.79% of the Munger total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 885 females for every 1000 males.
Munger Rural Population
The Rural population of Munger District is 9.88 Lac (9,87,645), with 5.27 Lac (5,27,299) being males and 4.60 Lac (4,60,346) being females, making up 72.21% of the Munger total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 874 females for every 1000 males.
Munger Literacy Rate
Munger District has a literacy rate of 70.46% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Munger District is 77.74 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Munger District is 62.08 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Munger District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.01%, while in the rural regions of Munger District, it is around 66.22%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Munger
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70.46 | 77.74 | 62.08 |
| Urban Area | 81.01 | 86.01 | 75.32 |
| Rural Area | 66.22 | 74.43 | 56.68 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Munger
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 70.64 | 78.13 | 61.98 |
| Muslim | 68.12 | 72.85 | 62.75 |
| Religion not stated | 70.46 | 78.13 | 62.07 |
| Christian | 86.14 | 88.82 | 83.46 |
Munger Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Munger District is 1.84 Lac (1,83,846) with 97.20 k (97,195) males and 86.65 k (86,651) females, which is 13.44% of Munger District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 892 females for every 1000 males.
Munger Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Munger District is 21.40 k (21,404) with 11.00 k (10,995) males and 10.41 k (10,409) females, which is 1.56% of Munger District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 947 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Munger
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 877 |
| Urban Area | 885 |
| Rural Area | 874 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Munger
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 875 |
| Muslim | 896 |
| Religion not stated | 920 |
| Christian | 980 |
Munger Area & Households
The Total Area of Munger District is 1,419 Square KM, with a population density of 964 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Munger District are 7 and the Total Number of Villages in Munger District are 858.The Total Number of households in Munger District are 2.63 Lac(2,63,171).
Munger Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Munger District, there are about 4.27 Lac (4,26,658) workers, making up nearly 31.19% of the Munger District total population. Out of these, around 3.27 Lac (3,27,453) are male workers, and about 99.21 k (99,205) are female workers.
Munger - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Munger district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,39,678, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 13,67,765 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 21.86% 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 13.79%.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.
Munger District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,39,678 to 13,67,765.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 21.86%.
- 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 | 3.40 Lac | - | - | 1.66 Lac | 1.74 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.50 Lac | 10.63 k | 3.130611932 | 1.71 Lac | 1.79 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.33 Lac | -17.20 k | -4.910479801 | 1.65 Lac | 1.68 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.75 Lac | 41.99 k | 12.60394464 | 1.88 Lac | 1.87 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.24 Lac | 48.95 k | 13.05109372 | 2.12 Lac | 2.12 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.69 Lac | 44.60 k | 10.51694498 | 2.42 Lac | 2.27 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.56 Lac | 87.19 k | 18.60402095 | 2.86 Lac | 2.70 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.57 Lac | 1.02 Lac | 18.27113539 | 3.46 Lac | 3.11 Lac |
| 1981 | 8.01 Lac | 1.44 Lac | 21.85628014 | 4.24 Lac | 3.78 Lac |
| 1991 | 9.44 Lac | 1.43 Lac | 17.79018339 | 5.08 Lac | 4.35 Lac |
| 2001 | 11.38 Lac | 1.94 Lac | 20.58260906 | 6.08 Lac | 5.30 Lac |
| 2011 | 13.68 Lac | 2.30 Lac | 20.21168978 | 7.29 Lac | 6.39 Lac |
Munger - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 16.85 Lac (16,84,635) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 17.08 Lac (17,08,489) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 17.32 Lac (17,31,732) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 17.55 Lac (17,54,533) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 17.77 Lac (17,77,335) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 18.00 Lac (18,00,136) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 18.23 Lac (18,22,938) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 18.44 Lac (18,43,869) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 18.63 Lac (18,63,448) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 18.83 Lac (18,83,027) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 19.03 Lac (19,02,607) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 19.22 Lac (19,22,186) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 19.42 Lac (19,41,766) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Munger District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 19.42 Lac (19,41,766), with a male population of 10.26 Lac (10,25,923) and a female population of 9.15 Lac (9,15,428). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Munger District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.57%.