Purnia Population
As per the 2011 Census, Purnia District has a population of 32.65 Lac (32,64,619) with 16.99 Lac (16,99,370) males and 15.65 Lac (15,65,249) females.The sex ratio in Purnia is 922, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Purnia District is 6.57 Lac (6,56,510) which is 20.11% of Purnia District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Purnia District is 955 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Purnia District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Purnia Population Census 2011
- Purnia 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
Purnia Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Purnia District current estimated population is projected to be 40.21 Lac (40,20,932), indicating a 23.17% increased from Purnia's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 20.85 Lac, and the estimated female population is 19.36 Lac.
Purnia Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Purnia District estimated population is projected to be 40.78 Lac (40,77,867), projecting a 24.91% increased from Purnia's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 21.14 Lac, and the estimated female population is 19.64 Lac.
Purnia Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Purnia District, with a total Hindu population of 19.89 Lac (19,89,420), accounting for 60.94% of the Purnia District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 10.40 Lac (10,39,933), and the Hindu female population is around 9.49 Lac (9,49,487).
Purnia Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Purnia District, with a total Muslim population of 12.56 Lac (12,55,641), accounting for 38.46% of the Purnia District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 6.49 Lac (6,49,398), and the Muslim female population is around 6.06 Lac (6,06,243).
Purnia Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 19,89,420 | 60.94% |
| Muslim | 12,55,641 | 38.46% |
| Religion not stated | 8,502 | 0.26% |
| Christian | 7,989 | 0.24% |
| Jain | 1,450 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 650 | 0.02% |
| Sikh | 614 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 353 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPurnia Urban Population
The Urban population of Purnia District is 3.43 Lac (3,43,005), with 1.80 Lac (1,79,848) being males and 1.63 Lac (1,63,157) being females, making up 10.51% of the Purnia total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 908 females for every 1000 males.
Purnia Rural Population
The Rural population of Purnia District is 29.22 Lac (29,21,614), with 15.20 Lac (15,19,522) being males and 14.02 Lac (14,02,092) being females, making up 89.49% of the Purnia total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 923 females for every 1000 males.
Purnia Literacy Rate
Purnia District has a literacy rate of 51.08% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Purnia District is 59.06 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Purnia District is 42.34 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Purnia District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 72.74%, while in the rural regions of Purnia District, it is around 48.38%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Purnia
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 51.08 | 59.06 | 42.34 |
| Urban Area | 72.74 | 77.84 | 67.07 |
| Rural Area | 48.38 | 56.7 | 39.28 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Purnia
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 55.84 | 63.99 | 46.83 |
| Muslim | 43.13 | 50.75 | 34.91 |
| Religion not stated | 56.29 | 65.67 | 46.88 |
| Christian | 56.68 | 64.02 | 49.13 |
Purnia Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Purnia District is 3.91 Lac (3,90,991) with 2.03 Lac (2,03,201) males and 1.88 Lac (1,87,790) females, which is 11.98% of Purnia District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 925 females for every 1000 males.
Purnia Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Purnia District is 1.39 Lac (1,39,490) with 71.39 k (71,391) males and 68.10 k (68,099) females, which is 4.27% of Purnia District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Purnia
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 922 |
| Urban Area | 908 |
| Rural Area | 923 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Purnia
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 914 |
| Muslim | 934 |
| Religion not stated | 944 |
| Christian | 962 |
Purnia Area & Households
The Total Area of Purnia District is 3,229 Square KM, with a population density of 1,011 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Purnia District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Purnia District are 1,273.The Total Number of households in Purnia District are 6.48 Lac(6,47,777).
Purnia Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Purnia District, there are about 11.43 Lac (11,43,318) workers, making up nearly 35.02% of the Purnia District total population. Out of these, around 8.03 Lac (8,03,275) are male workers, and about 3.40 Lac (3,40,043) are female workers.
Purnia - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Purnia district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,78,222, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 32,64,619 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 36.9% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 19.65%.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.
Purnia District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,78,222 to 32,64,619.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 36.9%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 4.78 Lac | - | - | 2.44 Lac | 2.34 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.14 Lac | 35.66 k | 7.456160528 | 2.62 Lac | 2.52 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.49 Lac | 34.86 k | 6.783892706 | 2.83 Lac | 2.66 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.94 Lac | 44.79 k | 8.163064475 | 3.07 Lac | 2.87 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.46 Lac | 52.60 k | 8.862002851 | 3.32 Lac | 3.15 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.86 Lac | 39.61 k | 6.13047159 | 3.56 Lac | 3.29 Lac |
| 1961 | 9.39 Lac | 2.53 Lac | 36.90385917 | 4.87 Lac | 4.52 Lac |
| 1971 | 11.92 Lac | 2.53 Lac | 26.91705457 | 6.23 Lac | 5.69 Lac |
| 1981 | 15.18 Lac | 3.27 Lac | 27.4200804 | 7.89 Lac | 7.29 Lac |
| 1991 | 18.79 Lac | 3.61 Lac | 23.75553525 | 9.87 Lac | 8.92 Lac |
| 2001 | 25.44 Lac | 6.65 Lac | 35.3963654 | 13.28 Lac | 12.16 Lac |
| 2011 | 32.65 Lac | 7.21 Lac | 28.3291443 | 16.99 Lac | 15.65 Lac |
Purnia - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 40.21 Lac (40,20,932) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 40.78 Lac (40,77,867) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 41.33 Lac (41,33,345) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 41.88 Lac (41,87,768) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 42.42 Lac (42,42,191) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 42.97 Lac (42,96,614) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 43.51 Lac (43,51,038) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 44.01 Lac (44,00,995) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 44.48 Lac (44,47,728) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 44.94 Lac (44,94,461) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 45.41 Lac (45,41,193) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 45.88 Lac (45,87,926) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 46.35 Lac (46,34,659) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Purnia District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 46.35 Lac (46,34,659), with a male population of 23.91 Lac (23,91,392) and a female population of 22.43 Lac (22,43,335). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Purnia District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.68%.