Saran Population
As per the 2011 Census, Saran District has a population of 39.52 Lac (39,51,862) with 20.23 Lac (20,22,821) males and 19.29 Lac (19,29,041) females.The sex ratio in Saran is 954, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Saran District is 6.81 Lac (6,81,142) which is 17.24% of Saran District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Saran District is 926 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Saran District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
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Saran Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Saran District current estimated population is projected to be 48.67 Lac (48,67,388), indicating a 23.17% increased from Saran's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 24.82 Lac, and the estimated female population is 23.86 Lac.
Saran Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Saran District estimated population is projected to be 49.36 Lac (49,36,309), projecting a 24.91% increased from Saran's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 25.16 Lac, and the estimated female population is 24.21 Lac.
Saran Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Saran District, with a total Hindu population of 35.35 Lac (35,34,772), accounting for 89.45% of the Saran District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 18.12 Lac (18,12,436), and the Hindu female population is around 17.22 Lac (17,22,336).
Saran Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Saran District, with a total Muslim population of 4.06 Lac (4,06,449), accounting for 10.28% of the Saran District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.05 Lac (2,04,842), and the Muslim female population is around 2.02 Lac (2,01,607).
Saran Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 35,34,772 | 89.45% |
| Muslim | 4,06,449 | 10.28% |
| Religion not stated | 7,282 | 0.18% |
| Christian | 2,330 | 0.06% |
| Sikh | 371 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 322 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 229 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 107 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSaran Urban Population
The Urban population of Saran District is 3.53 Lac (3,53,202), with 1.85 Lac (1,84,702) being males and 1.69 Lac (1,68,500) being females, making up 8.94% of the Saran total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 913 females for every 1000 males.
Saran Rural Population
The Rural population of Saran District is 35.99 Lac (35,98,660), with 18.38 Lac (18,38,119) being males and 17.61 Lac (17,60,541) being females, making up 91.06% of the Saran total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 958 females for every 1000 males.
Saran Literacy Rate
Saran District has a literacy rate of 65.96% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Saran District is 77.03 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Saran District is 54.42 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Saran District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 75.13%, while in the rural regions of Saran District, it is around 65.04%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Saran
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 65.96 | 77.03 | 54.42 |
| Urban Area | 75.13 | 82.32 | 67.24 |
| Rural Area | 65.04 | 76.49 | 53.17 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Saran
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 65.97 | 77.17 | 54.25 |
| Muslim | 65.79 | 75.73 | 55.77 |
| Religion not stated | 72.04 | 82.13 | 61 |
| Christian | 69.14 | 76.85 | 61.18 |
Saran Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Saran District is 4.74 Lac (4,74,066) with 2.43 Lac (2,42,976) males and 2.31 Lac (2,31,090) females, which is 12% of Saran District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 952 females for every 1000 males.
Saran Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Saran District is 36.79 k (36,786) with 18.32 k (18,322) males and 18.46 k (18,464) females, which is 0.93% of Saran District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1008 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Saran
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 954 |
| Urban Area | 913 |
| Rural Area | 958 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Saran
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 951 |
| Muslim | 985 |
| Religion not stated | 893 |
| Christian | 978 |
Saran Area & Households
The Total Area of Saran District is 2,641 Square KM, with a population density of 1,496 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Saran District are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Saran District are 1,764.The Total Number of households in Saran District are 6.31 Lac(6,31,097).
Saran Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Saran District, there are about 10.40 Lac (10,40,231) workers, making up nearly 26.32% of the Saran District total population. Out of these, around 8.58 Lac (8,57,660) are male workers, and about 1.83 Lac (1,82,571) are female workers.
Saran - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Saran district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 9,59,390, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 39,51,862 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 26.26% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1911 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 14.13%.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.
Saran District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 9,59,390 to 39,51,862.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 26.26%.
- The year 1911 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 9.59 Lac | - | - | 4.36 Lac | 5.23 Lac |
| 1911 | 9.12 Lac | -47.70 k | -4.97138807 | 4.24 Lac | 4.88 Lac |
| 1921 | 9.32 Lac | 20.10 k | 2.204794367 | 4.51 Lac | 4.81 Lac |
| 1931 | 9.90 Lac | 58.35 k | 6.262207608 | 4.86 Lac | 5.04 Lac |
| 1941 | 11.39 Lac | 1.49 Lac | 15.0320104 | 5.47 Lac | 5.92 Lac |
| 1951 | 12.56 Lac | 1.17 Lac | 10.30039 | 5.89 Lac | 6.67 Lac |
| 1961 | 14.47 Lac | 1.91 Lac | 15.20258599 | 6.74 Lac | 7.73 Lac |
| 1971 | 17.10 Lac | 2.62 Lac | 18.13207655 | 8.33 Lac | 8.77 Lac |
| 1981 | 20.84 Lac | 3.75 Lac | 21.90999472 | 10.32 Lac | 10.52 Lac |
| 1991 | 25.73 Lac | 4.89 Lac | 23.4444582 | 13.11 Lac | 12.62 Lac |
| 2001 | 32.49 Lac | 6.76 Lac | 26.26219403 | 16.53 Lac | 15.96 Lac |
| 2011 | 39.52 Lac | 7.03 Lac | 21.64437417 | 20.23 Lac | 19.29 Lac |
Saran - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 48.67 Lac (48,67,388) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 49.36 Lac (49,36,309) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 50.03 Lac (50,03,465) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 50.69 Lac (50,69,345) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 51.35 Lac (51,35,225) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 52.01 Lac (52,01,105) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 52.67 Lac (52,66,985) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 53.27 Lac (53,27,460) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 53.84 Lac (53,84,030) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 54.41 Lac (54,40,601) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 54.97 Lac (54,97,171) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 55.54 Lac (55,53,741) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 56.10 Lac (56,10,312) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Saran District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 56.10 Lac (56,10,312), with a male population of 28.47 Lac (28,46,560) and a female population of 27.65 Lac (27,64,726). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Saran District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.57%.