Nawada Population
As per the 2011 Census, Nawada District has a population of 22.19 Lac (22,19,146) with 11.45 Lac (11,44,668) males and 10.74 Lac (10,74,478) females.The sex ratio in Nawada is 939, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Nawada District is 3.94 Lac (3,93,547) which is 17.73% of Nawada District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Nawada District is 946 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Nawada District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Nawada Population Census 2011
- Nawada 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
Nawada Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Nawada District current estimated population is projected to be 27.33 Lac (27,33,255), indicating a 23.17% increased from Nawada's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 14.04 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.29 Lac.
Nawada Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Nawada District estimated population is projected to be 27.72 Lac (27,71,957), projecting a 24.91% increased from Nawada's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 14.24 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.48 Lac.
Nawada Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Nawada District, with a total Hindu population of 19.65 Lac (19,64,620), accounting for 88.53% of the Nawada District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 10.14 Lac (10,14,433), and the Hindu female population is around 9.50 Lac (9,50,187).
Nawada Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Nawada District, with a total Muslim population of 2.44 Lac (2,44,394), accounting for 11.01% of the Nawada District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.25 Lac (1,25,196), and the Muslim female population is around 1.19 Lac (1,19,198).
Nawada Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 19,64,620 | 88.53% |
| Muslim | 2,44,394 | 11.01% |
| Religion not stated | 8,048 | 0.36% |
| Christian | 1,299 | 0.06% |
| Jain | 279 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 250 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 176 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 80 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNawada Urban Population
The Urban population of Nawada District is 2.16 Lac (2,15,579), with 1.13 Lac (1,13,012) being males and 1.03 Lac (1,02,567) being females, making up 9.71% of the Nawada total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 908 females for every 1000 males.
Nawada Rural Population
The Rural population of Nawada District is 20.04 Lac (20,03,567), with 10.32 Lac (10,31,656) being males and 9.72 Lac (9,71,911) being females, making up 90.29% of the Nawada total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 943 females for every 1000 males.
Nawada Literacy Rate
Nawada District has a literacy rate of 59.76% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Nawada District is 69.98 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Nawada District is 48.86 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Nawada District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 75.05%, while in the rural regions of Nawada District, it is around 58.06%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Nawada
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59.76 | 69.98 | 48.86 |
| Urban Area | 75.05 | 80.79 | 68.71 |
| Rural Area | 58.06 | 68.76 | 46.7 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Nawada
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 58.99 | 69.81 | 47.43 |
| Muslim | 65.85 | 71.24 | 60.16 |
| Religion not stated | 59.51 | 72.62 | 47.32 |
| Christian | 66.76 | 73.66 | 59.51 |
Nawada Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Nawada District is 5.65 Lac (5,65,112) with 2.90 Lac (2,90,050) males and 2.75 Lac (2,75,062) females, which is 25.47% of Nawada District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 949 females for every 1000 males.
Nawada Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Nawada District is 2.05 k (2,045) with 997 (997) males and 1.05 k (1,048) females, which is 0.09% of Nawada District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1052 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Nawada
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 939 |
| Urban Area | 908 |
| Rural Area | 943 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Nawada
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 937 |
| Muslim | 953 |
| Religion not stated | 1031 |
| Christian | 975 |
Nawada Area & Households
The Total Area of Nawada District is 2,494 Square KM, with a population density of 890 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Nawada District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Nawada District are 1,084.The Total Number of households in Nawada District are 3.38 Lac(3,38,247).
Nawada Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Nawada District, there are about 8.17 Lac (8,17,041) workers, making up nearly 36.82% of the Nawada District total population. Out of these, around 5.39 Lac (5,39,439) are male workers, and about 2.78 Lac (2,77,602) are female workers.
Nawada - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Nawada district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,12,119, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 22,19,146 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 33.1% 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 16.91%.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.
Nawada District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,12,119 to 22,19,146.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 33.1%.
- 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 | 4.12 Lac | - | - | 2.02 Lac | 2.10 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.32 Lac | 19.82 k | 4.809047872 | 2.12 Lac | 2.20 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.30 Lac | -1.62 k | -0.373896254 | 2.15 Lac | 2.16 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.77 Lac | 47.08 k | 10.93992187 | 2.39 Lac | 2.39 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.55 Lac | 77.33 k | 16.19878509 | 2.77 Lac | 2.78 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.14 Lac | 58.99 k | 10.63412489 | 3.01 Lac | 3.13 Lac |
| 1961 | 7.42 Lac | 1.28 Lac | 20.84145316 | 3.61 Lac | 3.81 Lac |
| 1971 | 8.94 Lac | 1.52 Lac | 20.536303 | 4.43 Lac | 4.51 Lac |
| 1981 | 10.99 Lac | 2.05 Lac | 22.95911233 | 5.49 Lac | 5.50 Lac |
| 1991 | 13.60 Lac | 2.61 Lac | 23.70109637 | 7.02 Lac | 6.57 Lac |
| 2001 | 18.10 Lac | 4.50 Lac | 33.09582891 | 9.30 Lac | 8.80 Lac |
| 2011 | 22.19 Lac | 4.09 Lac | 22.62534702 | 11.45 Lac | 10.74 Lac |
Nawada - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 27.33 Lac (27,33,255) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 27.72 Lac (27,71,957) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 28.10 Lac (28,09,668) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 28.47 Lac (28,46,663) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 28.84 Lac (28,83,657) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 29.21 Lac (29,20,652) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 29.58 Lac (29,57,646) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 29.92 Lac (29,91,605) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 30.23 Lac (30,23,372) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 30.55 Lac (30,55,139) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 30.87 Lac (30,86,906) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 31.19 Lac (31,18,673) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 31.50 Lac (31,50,440) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Nawada District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 31.50 Lac (31,50,440), with a male population of 16.11 Lac (16,10,803) and a female population of 15.40 Lac (15,39,956). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Nawada District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.57%.