Patna Population
As per the 2011 Census, Patna District has a population of 58.38 Lac (58,38,465) with 30.79 Lac (30,78,512) males and 27.60 Lac (27,59,953) females.The sex ratio in Patna is 897, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Patna District is 9.44 Lac (9,43,552) which is 16.16% of Patna District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Patna District is 910 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Patna District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
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Patna Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Patna District current estimated population is projected to be 71.91 Lac (71,91,059), indicating a 23.17% increased from Patna's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 37.77 Lac, and the estimated female population is 34.14 Lac.
Patna Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Patna District estimated population is projected to be 72.93 Lac (72,92,882), projecting a 24.91% increased from Patna's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 38.29 Lac, and the estimated female population is 34.64 Lac.
Patna Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Patna District, with a total Hindu population of 53.56 Lac (53,56,075), accounting for 91.74% of the Patna District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 28.29 Lac (28,28,753), and the Hindu female population is around 25.27 Lac (25,27,322).
Patna Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Patna District, with a total Muslim population of 4.40 Lac (4,39,952), accounting for 7.54% of the Patna District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.28 Lac (2,27,997), and the Muslim female population is around 2.12 Lac (2,11,955).
Patna Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 53,56,075 | 91.74% |
| Muslim | 4,39,952 | 7.54% |
| Religion not stated | 21,668 | 0.37% |
| Christian | 12,551 | 0.21% |
| Sikh | 4,803 | 0.08% |
| Jain | 2,151 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 1,062 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 203 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPatna Urban Population
The Urban population of Patna District is 25.15 Lac (25,14,590), with 13.32 Lac (13,32,487) being males and 11.82 Lac (11,82,103) being females, making up 43.07% of the Patna total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 888 females for every 1000 males.
Patna Rural Population
The Rural population of Patna District is 33.24 Lac (33,23,875), with 17.46 Lac (17,46,025) being males and 15.78 Lac (15,77,850) being females, making up 56.93% of the Patna total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 904 females for every 1000 males.
Patna Literacy Rate
Patna District has a literacy rate of 70.68% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Patna District is 78.48 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Patna District is 61.96 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Patna District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 80.98%, while in the rural regions of Patna District, it is around 62.38%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Patna
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70.68 | 78.48 | 61.96 |
| Urban Area | 80.98 | 85.75 | 75.59 |
| Rural Area | 62.38 | 72.57 | 51.04 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Patna
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 70.3 | 78.45 | 61.15 |
| Muslim | 74.32 | 78.14 | 70.19 |
| Religion not stated | 72.6 | 80.77 | 63.98 |
| Christian | 86.75 | 89.59 | 84.07 |
Patna Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Patna District is 9.21 Lac (9,20,918) with 4.82 Lac (4,82,088) males and 4.39 Lac (4,38,830) females, which is 15.77% of Patna District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 911 females for every 1000 males.
Patna Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Patna District is 9.07 k (9,069) with 4.72 k (4,717) males and 4.35 k (4,352) females, which is 0.16% of Patna District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 923 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Patna
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 897 |
| Urban Area | 888 |
| Rural Area | 904 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Patna
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 894 |
| Muslim | 930 |
| Religion not stated | 922 |
| Christian | 1040 |
Patna Area & Households
The Total Area of Patna District is 3,202 Square KM, with a population density of 1,823 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Patna District are 22 and the Total Number of Villages in Patna District are 1,388.The Total Number of households in Patna District are 9.76 Lac(9,75,578).
Patna Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Patna District, there are about 18.82 Lac (18,81,886) workers, making up nearly 32.23% of the Patna District total population. Out of these, around 14.36 Lac (14,36,411) are male workers, and about 4.45 Lac (4,45,475) are female workers.
Patna - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Patna district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 10,28,073, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 58,38,465 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 34.13% 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 17.60%.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.
Patna District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 10,28,073 to 58,38,465.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 34.13%.
- 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 | 10.28 Lac | - | - | 5.09 Lac | 5.19 Lac |
| 1911 | 10.18 Lac | -9.85 k | -0.957811362 | 5.12 Lac | 5.06 Lac |
| 1921 | 9.98 Lac | -20.13 k | -1.976476735 | 5.12 Lac | 4.86 Lac |
| 1931 | 11.69 Lac | 1.71 Lac | 17.09676676 | 6.05 Lac | 5.64 Lac |
| 1941 | 13.57 Lac | 1.89 Lac | 16.1431417 | 7.01 Lac | 6.56 Lac |
| 1951 | 16.00 Lac | 2.43 Lac | 17.89274622 | 8.26 Lac | 7.74 Lac |
| 1961 | 18.62 Lac | 2.62 Lac | 16.34173699 | 9.70 Lac | 8.92 Lac |
| 1971 | 22.51 Lac | 3.89 Lac | 20.89750249 | 11.91 Lac | 10.60 Lac |
| 1981 | 30.19 Lac | 7.68 Lac | 34.13407094 | 15.98 Lac | 14.21 Lac |
| 1991 | 36.18 Lac | 5.99 Lac | 19.84001728 | 19.38 Lac | 16.80 Lac |
| 2001 | 47.19 Lac | 11.00 Lac | 30.41229492 | 25.20 Lac | 21.99 Lac |
| 2011 | 58.38 Lac | 11.20 Lac | 23.73320262 | 30.79 Lac | 27.60 Lac |
Patna - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 71.91 Lac (71,91,059) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 72.93 Lac (72,92,882) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 73.92 Lac (73,92,099) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 74.89 Lac (74,89,430) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 75.87 Lac (75,86,761) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 76.84 Lac (76,84,092) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 77.81 Lac (77,81,422) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 78.71 Lac (78,70,767) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 79.54 Lac (79,54,344) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 80.38 Lac (80,37,921) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 81.21 Lac (81,21,498) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 82.05 Lac (82,05,075) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 82.89 Lac (82,88,652) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Patna District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 82.89 Lac (82,88,652), with a male population of 43.32 Lac (43,32,152) and a female population of 39.56 Lac (39,55,599). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Patna District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.68%.