Mahesana Population
As per the 2011 Census, Mahesana District has a population of 20.35 Lac (20,35,064) with 10.57 Lac (10,56,520) males and 9.79 Lac (9,78,544) females.The sex ratio in Mahesana is 927, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Mahesana District is 2.38 Lac (2,37,932) which is 11.69% of Mahesana District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Mahesana District is 843 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Mahesana District is listed as part of GUJARAT State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Mahesana Population Census 2011
- Mahesana 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
Mahesana Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Mahesana District current estimated population is projected to be 24.31 Lac (24,31,400), indicating a 19.48% increased from Mahesana's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 12.72 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.60 Lac.
Mahesana Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Mahesana District estimated population is projected to be 24.60 Lac (24,60,096), projecting a 20.89% increased from Mahesana's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 12.87 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.73 Lac.
Mahesana Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Mahesana District, with a total Hindu population of 18.86 Lac (18,85,732), accounting for 92.66% of the Mahesana District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 9.80 Lac (9,80,079), and the Hindu female population is around 9.06 Lac (9,05,653).
Mahesana Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Mahesana District, with a total Muslim population of 1.36 Lac (1,36,431), accounting for 6.7% of the Mahesana District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 69.75 k (69,749), and the Muslim female population is around 66.68 k (66,682).
Mahesana Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 18,85,732 | 92.66% |
| Muslim | 1,36,431 | 6.7% |
| Jain | 7,087 | 0.35% |
| Religion not stated | 2,544 | 0.13% |
| Christian | 1,954 | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 1,082 | 0.05% |
| Buddhist | 146 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 88 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMahesana Urban Population
The Urban population of Mahesana District is 5.14 Lac (5,14,330), with 2.69 Lac (2,69,345) being males and 2.45 Lac (2,44,985) being females, making up 25.27% of the Mahesana total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 910 females for every 1000 males.
Mahesana Rural Population
The Rural population of Mahesana District is 15.21 Lac (15,20,734), with 7.87 Lac (7,87,175) being males and 7.34 Lac (7,33,559) being females, making up 74.73% of the Mahesana total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 932 females for every 1000 males.
Mahesana Literacy Rate
Mahesana District has a literacy rate of 83.61% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Mahesana District is 91.39 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Mahesana District is 75.32 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Mahesana District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.37%, while in the rural regions of Mahesana District, it is around 81.97%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Mahesana
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 83.61 | 91.39 | 75.32 |
| Urban Area | 88.37 | 93.52 | 82.81 |
| Rural Area | 81.97 | 90.65 | 72.77 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Mahesana
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 83.55 | 91.33 | 75.23 |
| Muslim | 83.76 | 91.8 | 75.44 |
| Jain | 97.61 | 98.92 | 96.27 |
| Religion not stated | 79.29 | 89.63 | 67.51 |
Mahesana Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Mahesana District is 1.62 Lac (1,62,288) with 84.47 k (84,470) males and 77.82 k (77,818) females, which is 7.97% of Mahesana District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 922 females for every 1000 males.
Mahesana Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Mahesana District is 9.39 k (9,392) with 4.88 k (4,879) males and 4.51 k (4,513) females, which is 0.46% of Mahesana District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 925 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Mahesana
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 927 |
| Urban Area | 910 |
| Rural Area | 932 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Mahesana
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 925 |
| Muslim | 957 |
| Jain | 960 |
| Religion not stated | 862 |
Mahesana Area & Households
The Total Area of Mahesana District is 4,401 Square KM, with a population density of 462 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Mahesana District are 10 and the Total Number of Villages in Mahesana District are 606.The Total Number of households in Mahesana District are 4.24 Lac(4,24,479).
Mahesana Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Mahesana District, there are about 8.12 Lac (8,12,064) workers, making up nearly 39.9% of the Mahesana District total population. Out of these, around 5.89 Lac (5,88,699) are male workers, and about 2.23 Lac (2,23,365) are female workers.
Mahesana - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Mahesana district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,68,223, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 20,35,064 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 28.05% 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 14.53%.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.
Mahesana District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,68,223 to 20,35,064.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 28.05%.
- 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 | 4.68 Lac | ----- | ----- | 2.39 Lac | 2.29 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.67 Lac | -1.72 k | -0.367346329 | 2.39 Lac | 2.27 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.05 Lac | 38.48 k | 8.249035912 | 2.58 Lac | 2.47 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.59 Lac | 53.56 k | 10.60645366 | 2.83 Lac | 2.75 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.34 Lac | 75.12 k | 13.44920562 | 3.21 Lac | 3.12 Lac |
| 1951 | 7.54 Lac | 1.21 Lac | 19.05278175 | 3.77 Lac | 3.78 Lac |
| 1961 | 9.06 Lac | 1.51 Lac | 20.03944873 | 4.59 Lac | 4.47 Lac |
| 1971 | 11.60 Lac | 2.54 Lac | 28.05171085 | 5.91 Lac | 5.68 Lac |
| 1981 | 14.02 Lac | 2.42 Lac | 20.8960308 | 7.10 Lac | 6.92 Lac |
| 1991 | 16.46 Lac | 2.44 Lac | 17.40877115 | 8.44 Lac | 8.02 Lac |
| 2001 | 18.45 Lac | 1.99 Lac | 12.08320929 | 9.57 Lac | 8.87 Lac |
| 2011 | 20.35 Lac | 1.90 Lac | 10.31018139 | 10.57 Lac | 9.79 Lac |
Mahesana - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 24.31 Lac (24,31,400) | 19.48% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 24.60 Lac (24,60,096) | 20.89% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 24.87 Lac (24,87,023) | 22.21% | 1.32 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 25.13 Lac (25,12,682) | 23.47% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 25.38 Lac (25,38,342) | 24.73% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 25.64 Lac (25,64,001) | 25.99% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 25.90 Lac (25,89,660) | 27.25% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 26.14 Lac (26,13,518) | 28.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 26.36 Lac (26,36,107) | 29.53% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 26.59 Lac (26,58,697) | 30.64% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 26.81 Lac (26,81,287) | 31.75% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 27.04 Lac (27,03,876) | 32.86% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 27.26 Lac (27,26,466) | 33.97% | 1.11 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Mahesana District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 27.26 Lac (27,26,466), with a male population of 14.29 Lac (14,29,353) and a female population of 12.97 Lac (12,96,995). This reflects a total growth of 33.97% from Mahesana District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.21%.