Muzaffarpur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Muzaffarpur District has a population of 48.01 Lac (48,01,062) with 25.27 Lac (25,27,497) males and 22.74 Lac (22,73,565) females.The sex ratio in Muzaffarpur is 900, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Muzaffarpur District is 8.45 Lac (8,45,335) which is 17.61% of Muzaffarpur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Muzaffarpur District is 916 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Muzaffarpur District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Muzaffarpur Population Census 2011
- Muzaffarpur 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
Muzaffarpur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Muzaffarpur District current estimated population is projected to be 59.13 Lac (59,13,322), indicating a 23.17% increased from Muzaffarpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 31.01 Lac, and the estimated female population is 28.12 Lac.
Muzaffarpur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Muzaffarpur District estimated population is projected to be 59.97 Lac (59,97,053), projecting a 24.91% increased from Muzaffarpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 31.43 Lac, and the estimated female population is 28.53 Lac.
Muzaffarpur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Muzaffarpur District, with a total Hindu population of 40.33 Lac (40,32,773), accounting for 84% of the Muzaffarpur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 21.29 Lac (21,28,605), and the Hindu female population is around 19.04 Lac (19,04,168).
Muzaffarpur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Muzaffarpur District, with a total Muslim population of 7.46 Lac (7,45,546), accounting for 15.53% of the Muzaffarpur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 3.87 Lac (3,87,034), and the Muslim female population is around 3.59 Lac (3,58,512).
Muzaffarpur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 40,32,773 | 84% |
| Muslim | 7,45,546 | 15.53% |
| Religion not stated | 15,893 | 0.33% |
| Christian | 5,149 | 0.11% |
| Sikh | 933 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 382 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 288 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 98 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMuzaffarpur Urban Population
The Urban population of Muzaffarpur District is 4.73 Lac (4,73,437), with 2.51 Lac (2,50,685) being males and 2.23 Lac (2,22,752) being females, making up 9.86% of the Muzaffarpur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 889 females for every 1000 males.
Muzaffarpur Rural Population
The Rural population of Muzaffarpur District is 43.28 Lac (43,27,625), with 22.77 Lac (22,76,812) being males and 20.51 Lac (20,50,813) being females, making up 90.14% of the Muzaffarpur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 901 females for every 1000 males.
Muzaffarpur Literacy Rate
Muzaffarpur District has a literacy rate of 63.43% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Muzaffarpur District is 71.28 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Muzaffarpur District is 54.67 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Muzaffarpur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 80.19%, while in the rural regions of Muzaffarpur District, it is around 61.5%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Muzaffarpur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63.43 | 71.28 | 54.67 |
| Urban Area | 80.19 | 84.27 | 75.59 |
| Rural Area | 61.5 | 69.77 | 52.27 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Muzaffarpur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 63.62 | 71.72 | 54.54 |
| Muslim | 62.31 | 68.81 | 55.27 |
| Religion not stated | 63.93 | 71.85 | 55.5 |
| Christian | 69.96 | 75.72 | 63.83 |
Muzaffarpur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Muzaffarpur District is 7.52 Lac (7,51,975) with 3.93 Lac (3,93,135) males and 3.59 Lac (3,58,840) females, which is 15.66% of Muzaffarpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 913 females for every 1000 males.
Muzaffarpur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Muzaffarpur District is 5.98 k (5,979) with 3.12 k (3,124) males and 2.86 k (2,855) females, which is 0.12% of Muzaffarpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 914 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Muzaffarpur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 900 |
| Urban Area | 889 |
| Rural Area | 901 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Muzaffarpur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 895 |
| Muslim | 927 |
| Religion not stated | 914 |
| Christian | 940 |
Muzaffarpur Area & Households
The Total Area of Muzaffarpur District is 3,172 Square KM, with a population density of 1,514 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Muzaffarpur District are 9 and the Total Number of Villages in Muzaffarpur District are 1,786.The Total Number of households in Muzaffarpur District are 9.46 Lac(9,45,703).
Muzaffarpur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Muzaffarpur District, there are about 15.48 Lac (15,47,586) workers, making up nearly 32.23% of the Muzaffarpur District total population. Out of these, around 11.95 Lac (11,95,308) are male workers, and about 3.52 Lac (3,52,278) are female workers.
Muzaffarpur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Muzaffarpur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 10,78,094, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 48,01,062 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2011. The growth rate of 28.14% 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 14.99%.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.
Muzaffarpur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 10,78,094 to 48,01,062.
- The year 2011 stands out with a growth rate of 28.14%.
- 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 | 10.78 Lac | - | - | 5.16 Lac | 5.62 Lac |
| 1911 | 11.13 Lac | 34.96 k | 3.243130933 | 5.32 Lac | 5.81 Lac |
| 1921 | 10.78 Lac | -35.43 k | -3.182853005 | 5.18 Lac | 5.59 Lac |
| 1931 | 11.50 Lac | 72.79 k | 6.754445631 | 5.65 Lac | 5.86 Lac |
| 1941 | 12.69 Lac | 1.19 Lac | 10.32380376 | 6.20 Lac | 6.49 Lac |
| 1951 | 13.77 Lac | 1.08 Lac | 8.508997105 | 6.83 Lac | 6.94 Lac |
| 1961 | 15.98 Lac | 2.21 Lac | 16.05925438 | 7.80 Lac | 8.18 Lac |
| 1971 | 19.09 Lac | 3.11 Lac | 19.43965825 | 9.58 Lac | 9.51 Lac |
| 1981 | 23.57 Lac | 4.48 Lac | 23.48429252 | 12.01 Lac | 11.56 Lac |
| 1991 | 29.54 Lac | 5.97 Lac | 25.30406535 | 15.52 Lac | 14.02 Lac |
| 2001 | 37.47 Lac | 7.93 Lac | 26.83943921 | 19.51 Lac | 17.95 Lac |
| 2011 | 48.01 Lac | 10.54 Lac | 28.14060534 | 25.27 Lac | 22.74 Lac |
Muzaffarpur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 59.13 Lac (59,13,322) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 59.97 Lac (59,97,053) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 60.79 Lac (60,78,640) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 61.59 Lac (61,58,677) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 62.39 Lac (62,38,713) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 63.19 Lac (63,18,750) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 63.99 Lac (63,98,787) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 64.72 Lac (64,72,256) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 65.41 Lac (65,40,983) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 66.10 Lac (66,09,710) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 66.78 Lac (66,78,436) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 67.47 Lac (67,47,163) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 68.16 Lac (68,15,890) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Muzaffarpur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 68.16 Lac (68,15,890), with a male population of 35.57 Lac (35,56,751) and a female population of 32.59 Lac (32,58,502). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Muzaffarpur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.68%.