Siwan Population
As per the 2011 Census, Siwan District has a population of 33.30 Lac (33,30,464) with 16.75 Lac (16,75,090) males and 16.55 Lac (16,55,374) females.The sex ratio in Siwan is 989, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Siwan District is 5.51 Lac (5,51,418) which is 16.56% of Siwan District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Siwan District is 941 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Siwan District is listed as part of BIHAR State in INDIA.
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Siwan Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Siwan District current estimated population is projected to be 41.02 Lac (41,02,031), indicating a 23.17% increased from Siwan's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 20.55 Lac, and the estimated female population is 20.48 Lac.
Siwan Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Siwan District estimated population is projected to be 41.60 Lac (41,60,115), projecting a 24.91% increased from Siwan's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 20.83 Lac, and the estimated female population is 20.78 Lac.
Siwan Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Siwan District, with a total Hindu population of 27.13 Lac (27,12,635), accounting for 81.45% of the Siwan District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 13.65 Lac (13,65,234), and the Hindu female population is around 13.47 Lac (13,47,401).
Siwan Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Siwan District, with a total Muslim population of 6.08 Lac (6,08,282), accounting for 18.26% of the Siwan District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 3.05 Lac (3,05,060), and the Muslim female population is around 3.03 Lac (3,03,222).
Siwan Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 27,12,635 | 81.45% |
| Muslim | 6,08,282 | 18.26% |
| Religion not stated | 5,708 | 0.17% |
| Christian | 2,618 | 0.08% |
| Buddhist | 407 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 369 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 359 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 86 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSiwan Urban Population
The Urban population of Siwan District is 1.83 Lac (1,82,913), with 95.41 k (95,405) being males and 87.51 k (87,508) being females, making up 5.49% of the Siwan total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 918 females for every 1000 males.
Siwan Rural Population
The Rural population of Siwan District is 31.48 Lac (31,47,551), with 15.80 Lac (15,79,685) being males and 15.68 Lac (15,67,866) being females, making up 94.51% of the Siwan total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 993 females for every 1000 males.
Siwan Literacy Rate
Siwan District has a literacy rate of 69.45% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Siwan District is 80.23 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Siwan District is 58.66 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Siwan District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 77.93%, while in the rural regions of Siwan District, it is around 68.95%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Siwan
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69.45 | 80.23 | 58.66 |
| Urban Area | 77.93 | 84.1 | 71.22 |
| Rural Area | 68.95 | 79.99 | 57.94 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Siwan
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 69.02 | 80.25 | 57.75 |
| Muslim | 71.36 | 80.1 | 62.64 |
| Religion not stated | 73.43 | 83.16 | 64.15 |
| Christian | 69.86 | 78.39 | 61.32 |
Siwan Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Siwan District is 3.87 Lac (3,86,685) with 1.96 Lac (1,95,965) males and 1.91 Lac (1,90,720) females, which is 11.61% of Siwan District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 974 females for every 1000 males.
Siwan Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Siwan District is 87.00 k (87,000) with 43.47 k (43,472) males and 43.53 k (43,528) females, which is 2.61% of Siwan District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1002 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Siwan
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 989 |
| Urban Area | 918 |
| Rural Area | 993 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Siwan
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 987 |
| Muslim | 994 |
| Religion not stated | 1010 |
| Christian | 966 |
Siwan Area & Households
The Total Area of Siwan District is 2,219 Square KM, with a population density of 1,501 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Siwan District are 3 and the Total Number of Villages in Siwan District are 1,530.The Total Number of households in Siwan District are 5.36 Lac(5,35,661).
Siwan Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Siwan District, there are about 9.32 Lac (9,32,416) workers, making up nearly 28% of the Siwan District total population. Out of these, around 7.30 Lac (7,30,396) are male workers, and about 2.02 Lac (2,02,020) are female workers.
Siwan - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Siwan district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 8,22,808, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 33,30,464 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 25.03% 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 13.94%.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.
Siwan District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 8,22,808 to 33,30,464.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 25.03%.
- 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 | 8.23 Lac | - | - | 3.74 Lac | 4.49 Lac |
| 1911 | 7.82 Lac | -40.91 k | -4.971512188 | 3.64 Lac | 4.18 Lac |
| 1921 | 7.99 Lac | 17.24 k | 2.204752002 | 3.87 Lac | 4.12 Lac |
| 1931 | 8.49 Lac | 50.05 k | 6.262349197 | 4.17 Lac | 4.32 Lac |
| 1941 | 9.77 Lac | 1.28 Lac | 15.03192469 | 4.69 Lac | 5.08 Lac |
| 1951 | 10.77 Lac | 1.01 Lac | 10.30040897 | 5.09 Lac | 5.69 Lac |
| 1961 | 12.13 Lac | 1.36 Lac | 12.6051902 | 5.63 Lac | 6.50 Lac |
| 1971 | 14.62 Lac | 2.49 Lac | 20.50651628 | 7.04 Lac | 7.58 Lac |
| 1981 | 17.79 Lac | 3.17 Lac | 21.67226263 | 8.60 Lac | 9.19 Lac |
| 1991 | 21.71 Lac | 3.92 Lac | 22.03802286 | 10.77 Lac | 10.94 Lac |
| 2001 | 27.14 Lac | 5.43 Lac | 25.0292611 | 13.36 Lac | 13.78 Lac |
| 2011 | 33.30 Lac | 6.16 Lac | 22.69844445 | 16.75 Lac | 16.55 Lac |
Siwan - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 41.02 Lac (41,02,031) | 23.17% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 41.60 Lac (41,60,115) | 24.91% | 1.74 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 42.17 Lac (42,16,711) | 26.61% | 1.7 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 42.72 Lac (42,72,232) | 28.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 43.28 Lac (43,27,753) | 29.94% | 1.66 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 43.83 Lac (43,83,274) | 31.61% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 44.39 Lac (44,38,795) | 33.28% | 1.67 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 44.90 Lac (44,89,760) | 34.81% | 1.53 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 45.37 Lac (45,37,435) | 36.24% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 45.85 Lac (45,85,111) | 37.67% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 46.33 Lac (46,32,786) | 39.1% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 46.80 Lac (46,80,461) | 40.53% | 1.43 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 47.28 Lac (47,28,136) | 41.97% | 1.44 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Siwan District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 47.28 Lac (47,28,136), with a male population of 23.57 Lac (23,57,225) and a female population of 23.73 Lac (23,72,503). This reflects a total growth of 41.97% from Siwan District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.68%.