Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Sheikhpura District

Sheikhpura Population

As per the 2011 Census, Sheikhpura District has a population of 6.36 Lac (6,36,342) with 3.30 Lac (3,29,743) males and 3.07 Lac (3,06,599) females.The sex ratio in Sheikhpura is 930, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Sheikhpura District is 1.22 Lac (1,21,647) which is 19.12% of Sheikhpura District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Sheikhpura District is 940 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Sheikhpura District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.

6.36 Lac

Toatl Population

3.30 Lac

Male Population

3.07 Lac

Female Population

Sheikhpura Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Sheikhpura District current estimated population is projected to be 7.84 Lac (7,83,763), indicating a 23.17% increased from Sheikhpura's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 4.05 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.79 Lac.

Sheikhpura Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Sheikhpura District estimated population is projected to be 7.95 Lac (7,94,861), projecting a 24.91% increased from Sheikhpura's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 4.10 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.85 Lac.

Sheikhpura Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Sheikhpura District, with a total Hindu population of 5.96 Lac (5,96,102), accounting for 93.68% of the Sheikhpura District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 3.09 Lac (3,09,142), and the Hindu female population is around 2.87 Lac (2,86,960).

Sheikhpura Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Sheikhpura District, with a total Muslim population of 37.65 k (37,653), accounting for 5.92% of the Sheikhpura District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 19.33 k (19,334), and the Muslim female population is around 18.32 k (18,319).

Sheikhpura Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu5,96,10293.68%
Muslim37,6535.92%
Religion not stated2,0840.33%
Christian3130.05%
Sikh750.01%
Jain430.01%
Buddhist410.01%
Other religions and persuasions310%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Sheikhpura Urban Population

The Urban population of Sheikhpura District is 1.09 Lac (1,09,002), with 57.38 k (57,383) being males and 51.62 k (51,619) being females, making up 17.13% of the Sheikhpura total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 900 females for every 1000 males.

Sheikhpura Rural Population

The Rural population of Sheikhpura District is 5.27 Lac (5,27,340), with 2.72 Lac (2,72,360) being males and 2.55 Lac (2,54,980) being females, making up 82.87% of the Sheikhpura total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 937 females for every 1000 males.

Sheikhpura Literacy Rate

Sheikhpura District has a literacy rate of 63.86% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Sheikhpura District is 73.56 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Sheikhpura District is 53.4 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Sheikhpura District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 70.99%, while in the rural regions of Sheikhpura District, it is around 62.34%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Sheikhpura

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 63.86 73.56 53.4
Urban Area 70.99 78.3 62.85
Rural Area 62.34 72.53 51.42

Literacy Rate by Religion in Sheikhpura

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 63.24 73.27 52.4
Muslim 73.57 78.11 68.72
Religion not stated 60.03 70.98 49.81
Christian 71.6 75.65 68.31

Sheikhpura Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Sheikhpura District is 1.31 Lac (1,31,115) with 67.58 k (67,582) males and 63.53 k (63,533) females, which is 20.6% of Sheikhpura District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 941 females for every 1000 males.

Sheikhpura Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Sheikhpura District is 617 (617) with 305 (305) males and 312 (312) females, which is 0.1% of Sheikhpura District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1023 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Sheikhpura

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 930
Urban Area 900
Rural Area 937

Sex Ratio by Religion in Sheikhpura

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 929
Muslim 948
Religion not stated 1036
Christian 1189

Sheikhpura Area & Households

The Total Area of Sheikhpura District is 689 Square KM, with a population density of 924 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Sheikhpura District are 2 and the Total Number of Villages in Sheikhpura District are 314.The Total Number of households in Sheikhpura District are 1.01 Lac(1,00,701).

Sheikhpura Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Sheikhpura District, there are about 2.25 Lac (2,24,655) workers, making up nearly 35.3% of the Sheikhpura District total population. Out of these, around 1.52 Lac (1,51,569) are male workers, and about 73.09 k (73,086) are female workers.

Sheikhpura - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Diving deeper into local demographics, Sheikhpura district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,52,726, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 6,36,342 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 25.04% 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 14.17%.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.

Sheikhpura District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 1,52,726 to 6,36,342.
  • The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 25.04%.
  • 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 1.53 Lac - - 74.68 k 78.04 k
1911 1.57 Lac 4.73 k 3.099668688 76.97 k 80.50 k
1921 1.50 Lac -7.70 k -4.889495745 74.10 k 75.66 k
1931 1.69 Lac 18.93 k 12.63746903 84.46 k 84.23 k
1941 1.91 Lac 22.06 k 13.07510359 95.49 k 95.26 k
1951 2.11 Lac 20.17 k 10.57548639 1.05 Lac 1.06 Lac
1961 2.47 Lac 35.61 k 16.88500107 1.23 Lac 1.24 Lac
1971 2.95 Lac 48.30 k 19.59128375 1.51 Lac 1.44 Lac
1981 3.51 Lac 55.85 k 18.94371595 1.81 Lac 1.70 Lac
1991 4.20 Lac 69.58 k 19.84247612 2.22 Lac 1.99 Lac
2001 5.26 Lac 1.05 Lac 25.04211678 2.74 Lac 2.52 Lac
2011 6.36 Lac 1.11 Lac 21.09221278 3.30 Lac 3.07 Lac

Historical Population of Sheikhpura by Census Year 1901-2011

Sheikhpura - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 7.84 Lac (7,83,763) 23.17%
2025 7.95 Lac (7,94,861) 24.91% 1.74 %
2026 8.06 Lac (8,05,675) 26.61% 1.7 %
2027 8.16 Lac (8,16,283) 28.28% 1.67 %
2028 8.27 Lac (8,26,891) 29.94% 1.66 %
2029 8.38 Lac (8,37,500) 31.61% 1.67 %
2030 8.48 Lac (8,48,108) 33.28% 1.67 %
2031 8.58 Lac (8,57,846) 34.81% 1.53 %
2032 8.67 Lac (8,66,955) 36.24% 1.43 %
2033 8.76 Lac (8,76,064) 37.67% 1.43 %
2034 8.85 Lac (8,85,173) 39.1% 1.43 %
2035 8.94 Lac (8,94,282) 40.53% 1.43 %
2036 9.03 Lac (9,03,392) 41.97% 1.44 %

Projected estimates indicate that Sheikhpura District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 9.03 Lac (9,03,392), with a male population of 4.64 Lac (4,64,022) and a female population of 4.39 Lac (4,39,422). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Sheikhpura District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.57%.

Sheikhpura Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Sheikhpura is 6.36 Lac (6,36,342).

The estimated population of Sheikhpura in 2024 is approximately 7.84 Lac (7,83,763).

Hindu constitute 93.68% of Sheikhpura population, amounting to approximately 5.96 Lac (5,96,102) people.

Muslim constitute 5.92% of Sheikhpura population, totaling around 37.65 k (37,653) people.

Hindu: 93.68%, Muslim: 5.92%, Religion not stated: 0.33%, Christian: 0.05%, Sikh: 0.01%, Jain: 0.01%, Buddhist: 0.01%, Other religions and persuasions: 0%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Sheikhpura is 1.31 Lac (20.6%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 617 (0.1%).

In Sheikhpura, 1.09 Lac (17.13%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 5.27 Lac (82.87%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sheikhpura is 63.86%, with male literacy at 73.56% and female literacy at 53.4%.

The sex ratio in Sheikhpura is 930 females for every 1000 males.

Sheikhpura population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 1.57% up to 2036.