Saharsa Population
As per the 2011 Census, Saharsa District has a population of 19.01 Lac (19,00,661) with 9.97 Lac (9,97,174) males and 9.03 Lac (9,03,487) females.The sex ratio in Saharsa is 907, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Saharsa District is 3.87 Lac (3,87,479) which is 20.39% of Saharsa District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Saharsa District is 933 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Saharsa District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Saharsa Population Census 2011
- Saharsa 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
Saharsa Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Saharsa District current estimated population is projected to be 23.41 Lac (23,40,987), indicating a 23.17% increased from Saharsa's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 12.23 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.18 Lac.
Saharsa Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Saharsa District estimated population is projected to be 23.74 Lac (23,74,134), projecting a 24.91% increased from Saharsa's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 12.40 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.34 Lac.
Saharsa Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Saharsa District, with a total Hindu population of 16.29 Lac (16,29,254), accounting for 85.72% of the Saharsa District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.57 Lac (8,56,695), and the Hindu female population is around 7.73 Lac (7,72,559).
Saharsa Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Saharsa District, with a total Muslim population of 2.67 Lac (2,66,620), accounting for 14.03% of the Saharsa District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.38 Lac (1,37,998), and the Muslim female population is around 1.29 Lac (1,28,622).
Saharsa Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 16,29,254 | 85.72% |
| Muslim | 2,66,620 | 14.03% |
| Religion not stated | 3,121 | 0.16% |
| Christian | 1,292 | 0.07% |
| Sikh | 197 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 109 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 60 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 8 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSaharsa Urban Population
The Urban population of Saharsa District is 1.57 Lac (1,56,540), with 83.29 k (83,291) being males and 73.25 k (73,249) being females, making up 8.24% of the Saharsa total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 880 females for every 1000 males.
Saharsa Rural Population
The Rural population of Saharsa District is 17.44 Lac (17,44,121), with 9.14 Lac (9,13,883) being males and 8.30 Lac (8,30,238) being females, making up 91.76% of the Saharsa total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 909 females for every 1000 males.
Saharsa Literacy Rate
Saharsa District has a literacy rate of 53.2% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Saharsa District is 63.56 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Saharsa District is 41.68 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Saharsa District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 75.63%, while in the rural regions of Saharsa District, it is around 51.08%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Saharsa
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53.2 | 63.56 | 41.68 |
| Urban Area | 75.63 | 82 | 68.33 |
| Rural Area | 51.08 | 61.79 | 39.2 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Saharsa
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 53.91 | 64.48 | 42.09 |
| Muslim | 48.6 | 57.54 | 38.98 |
| Religion not stated | 56.04 | 67.94 | 44.39 |
| Christian | 65.56 | 74.26 | 56.27 |
Saharsa Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Saharsa District is 3.17 Lac (3,17,249) with 1.65 Lac (1,64,518) males and 1.53 Lac (1,52,731) females, which is 16.69% of Saharsa District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 929 females for every 1000 males.
Saharsa Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Saharsa District is 6.01 k (6,009) with 3.10 k (3,101) males and 2.91 k (2,908) females, which is 0.32% of Saharsa District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 938 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Saharsa
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 907 |
| Urban Area | 880 |
| Rural Area | 909 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Saharsa
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 902 |
| Muslim | 933 |
| Religion not stated | 941 |
| Christian | 895 |
Saharsa Area & Households
The Total Area of Saharsa District is 1,687 Square KM, with a population density of 1,127 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Saharsa District are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Saharsa District are 468.The Total Number of households in Saharsa District are 3.69 Lac(3,68,979).
Saharsa Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Saharsa District, there are about 6.50 Lac (6,49,898) workers, making up nearly 34.19% of the Saharsa District total population. Out of these, around 4.57 Lac (4,56,724) are male workers, and about 1.93 Lac (1,93,174) are female workers.
Saharsa - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Saharsa district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,97,566, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 19,00,661 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 33.18% 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 15.90%.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.
Saharsa District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,97,566 to 19,00,661.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 33.18%.
- 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 | 3.98 Lac | - | - | 1.97 Lac | 2.00 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.10 Lac | 12.30 k | 3.094077461 | 2.04 Lac | 2.06 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.96 Lac | -14.11 k | -3.442824136 | 2.00 Lac | 1.96 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.19 Lac | 23.01 k | 5.813177817 | 2.13 Lac | 2.06 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.22 Lac | 3.28 k | 0.78230594 | 2.15 Lac | 2.07 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.89 Lac | 67.27 k | 15.93908605 | 2.48 Lac | 2.41 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.82 Lac | 92.85 k | 18.97561245 | 2.97 Lac | 2.86 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.21 Lac | 1.39 Lac | 23.88466322 | 3.74 Lac | 3.47 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.02 Lac | 1.81 Lac | 25.07009132 | 4.66 Lac | 4.36 Lac |
| 1991 | 11.32 Lac | 2.30 Lac | 25.54356502 | 6.01 Lac | 5.31 Lac |
| 2001 | 15.08 Lac | 3.76 Lac | 33.18303481 | 7.89 Lac | 7.19 Lac |
| 2011 | 19.01 Lac | 3.92 Lac | 26.02331814 | 9.97 Lac | 9.03 Lac |
Saharsa - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23.41 Lac (23,40,987) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 23.74 Lac (23,74,134) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 24.06 Lac (24,06,433) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 24.38 Lac (24,38,118) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 24.70 Lac (24,69,804) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 25.01 Lac (25,01,489) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 25.33 Lac (25,33,174) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 25.62 Lac (25,62,259) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 25.89 Lac (25,89,467) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 26.17 Lac (26,16,675) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 26.44 Lac (26,43,883) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 26.71 Lac (26,71,090) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 26.98 Lac (26,98,298) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Saharsa District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 26.98 Lac (26,98,298), with a male population of 14.03 Lac (14,03,246) and a female population of 12.95 Lac (12,94,889). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Saharsa District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.57%.