Nalanda Population
As per the 2011 Census, Nalanda District has a population of 28.78 Lac (28,77,653) with 14.97 Lac (14,97,060) males and 13.81 Lac (13,80,593) females.The sex ratio in Nalanda is 923, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Nalanda District is 5.19 Lac (5,18,681) which is 18.02% of Nalanda District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Nalanda District is 931 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Nalanda District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Nalanda Population Census 2011
- Nalanda 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
Nalanda Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Nalanda District current estimated population is projected to be 35.44 Lac (35,44,318), indicating a 23.17% increased from Nalanda's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 18.37 Lac, and the estimated female population is 17.08 Lac.
Nalanda Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Nalanda District estimated population is projected to be 35.95 Lac (35,94,504), projecting a 24.91% increased from Nalanda's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 18.62 Lac, and the estimated female population is 17.33 Lac.
Nalanda Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Nalanda District, with a total Hindu population of 26.70 Lac (26,69,775), accounting for 92.78% of the Nalanda District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 13.90 Lac (13,90,136), and the Hindu female population is around 12.80 Lac (12,79,639).
Nalanda Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Nalanda District, with a total Muslim population of 1.98 Lac (1,98,033), accounting for 6.88% of the Nalanda District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.02 Lac (1,01,925), and the Muslim female population is around 96.11 k (96,108).
Nalanda Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 26,69,775 | 92.78% |
| Muslim | 1,98,033 | 6.88% |
| Religion not stated | 6,435 | 0.22% |
| Christian | 1,978 | 0.07% |
| Jain | 561 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 414 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 393 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 64 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNalanda Urban Population
The Urban population of Nalanda District is 4.58 Lac (4,57,894), with 2.39 Lac (2,39,332) being males and 2.19 Lac (2,18,562) being females, making up 15.91% of the Nalanda total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 914 females for every 1000 males.
Nalanda Rural Population
The Rural population of Nalanda District is 24.20 Lac (24,19,759), with 12.58 Lac (12,57,728) being males and 11.62 Lac (11,62,031) being females, making up 84.09% of the Nalanda total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 924 females for every 1000 males.
Nalanda Literacy Rate
Nalanda District has a literacy rate of 64.43% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Nalanda District is 74.86 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Nalanda District is 53.1 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Nalanda District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 74.66%, while in the rural regions of Nalanda District, it is around 62.44%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Nalanda
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64.43 | 74.86 | 53.1 |
| Urban Area | 74.66 | 80.84 | 67.87 |
| Rural Area | 62.44 | 73.68 | 50.24 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Nalanda
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 64.19 | 75.05 | 52.37 |
| Muslim | 67.58 | 72.17 | 62.7 |
| Religion not stated | 63.51 | 75.22 | 52.68 |
| Christian | 68.27 | 76.84 | 59.02 |
Nalanda Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Nalanda District is 6.08 Lac (6,07,672) with 3.15 Lac (3,15,240) males and 2.92 Lac (2,92,432) females, which is 21.12% of Nalanda District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 928 females for every 1000 males.
Nalanda Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Nalanda District is 1.44 k (1,442) with 728 (728) males and 714 (714) females, which is 0.05% of Nalanda District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 981 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Nalanda
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 923 |
| Urban Area | 914 |
| Rural Area | 924 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Nalanda
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 921 |
| Muslim | 943 |
| Religion not stated | 1032 |
| Christian | 912 |
Nalanda Area & Households
The Total Area of Nalanda District is 2,355 Square KM, with a population density of 1,222 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Nalanda District are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Nalanda District are 1,055.The Total Number of households in Nalanda District are 4.78 Lac(4,77,529).
Nalanda Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Nalanda District, there are about 10.45 Lac (10,45,420) workers, making up nearly 36.33% of the Nalanda District total population. Out of these, around 7.03 Lac (7,03,405) are male workers, and about 3.42 Lac (3,42,015) are female workers.
Nalanda - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Nalanda district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 5,95,009, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 28,77,653 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 25.68% 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 15.74%.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.
Nalanda District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 5,95,009 to 28,77,653.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 25.68%.
- 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 | 5.95 Lac | - | - | 2.95 Lac | 3.00 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.89 Lac | -5.70 k | -0.957800638 | 2.96 Lac | 2.93 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.78 Lac | -11.65 k | -1.976379155 | 2.96 Lac | 2.81 Lac |
| 1931 | 6.76 Lac | 98.76 k | 17.09664631 | 3.50 Lac | 3.26 Lac |
| 1941 | 7.86 Lac | 1.09 Lac | 16.14298133 | 4.06 Lac | 3.80 Lac |
| 1951 | 9.26 Lac | 1.41 Lac | 17.89289719 | 4.70 Lac | 4.56 Lac |
| 1961 | 10.87 Lac | 1.61 Lac | 17.35963178 | 5.53 Lac | 5.34 Lac |
| 1971 | 13.05 Lac | 2.18 Lac | 20.04283459 | 6.75 Lac | 6.30 Lac |
| 1981 | 16.40 Lac | 3.35 Lac | 25.68070066 | 8.51 Lac | 7.89 Lac |
| 1991 | 19.96 Lac | 3.56 Lac | 21.72877734 | 10.52 Lac | 9.44 Lac |
| 2001 | 23.71 Lac | 3.74 Lac | 18.74863808 | 12.39 Lac | 11.32 Lac |
| 2011 | 28.78 Lac | 5.07 Lac | 21.39291331 | 14.97 Lac | 13.81 Lac |
Nalanda - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 35.44 Lac (35,44,318) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 35.95 Lac (35,94,504) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 36.43 Lac (36,43,406) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 36.91 Lac (36,91,378) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 37.39 Lac (37,39,350) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 37.87 Lac (37,87,323) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 38.35 Lac (38,35,295) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 38.79 Lac (38,79,331) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 39.21 Lac (39,20,524) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 39.62 Lac (39,61,718) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 40.03 Lac (40,02,911) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 40.44 Lac (40,44,104) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 40.85 Lac (40,85,297) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Nalanda District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 40.85 Lac (40,85,297), with a male population of 21.07 Lac (21,06,697) and a female population of 19.79 Lac (19,78,683). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Nalanda District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.68%.