Morena Population
As per the 2011 Census, Morena District has a population of 19.66 Lac (19,65,970) with 10.68 Lac (10,68,417) males and 8.98 Lac (8,97,553) females.The sex ratio in Morena is 841, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Morena District is 3.05 Lac (3,05,156) which is 15.52% of Morena District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Morena District is 829 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Morena District is listed as part of MADHYA PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Morena Population Census 2011
- Morena 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
Morena Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Morena District current estimated population is projected to be 23.64 Lac (23,64,375), indicating a 20.27% increased from Morena's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 12.78 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.85 Lac.
Morena Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Morena District estimated population is projected to be 23.92 Lac (23,92,009), projecting a 21.67% increased from Morena's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 12.93 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.99 Lac.
Morena Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Morena District, with a total Hindu population of 18.75 Lac (18,75,495), accounting for 95.4% of the Morena District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 10.20 Lac (10,20,435), and the Hindu female population is around 8.55 Lac (8,55,060).
Morena Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Morena District, with a total Muslim population of 76.16 k (76,159), accounting for 3.87% of the Morena District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 40.26 k (40,264), and the Muslim female population is around 35.90 k (35,895).
Morena Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 18,75,495 | 95.4% |
| Muslim | 76,159 | 3.87% |
| Jain | 6,681 | 0.34% |
| Buddhist | 3,234 | 0.16% |
| Religion not stated | 2,660 | 0.14% |
| Christian | 1,092 | 0.06% |
| Sikh | 557 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 92 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMorena Urban Population
The Urban population of Morena District is 4.70 Lac (4,70,462), with 2.53 Lac (2,53,199) being males and 2.17 Lac (2,17,263) being females, making up 23.93% of the Morena total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 859 females for every 1000 males.
Morena Rural Population
The Rural population of Morena District is 14.96 Lac (14,95,508), with 8.15 Lac (8,15,218) being males and 6.80 Lac (6,80,290) being females, making up 76.07% of the Morena total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 835 females for every 1000 males.
Morena Literacy Rate
Morena District has a literacy rate of 71.03% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Morena District is 82.93 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Morena District is 56.9 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Morena District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 77.6%, while in the rural regions of Morena District, it is around 68.91%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Morena
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71.03 | 82.93 | 56.9 |
| Urban Area | 77.6 | 86.98 | 66.74 |
| Rural Area | 68.91 | 81.64 | 53.68 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Morena
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 71.23 | 83.19 | 56.98 |
| Muslim | 63.85 | 74.65 | 51.83 |
| Jain | 93.59 | 96.31 | 90.42 |
| Buddhist | 71.04 | 85.7 | 53.55 |
Morena Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Morena District is 4.22 Lac (4,21,519) with 2.29 Lac (2,28,548) males and 1.93 Lac (1,92,971) females, which is 21.44% of Morena District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 845 females for every 1000 males.
Morena Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Morena District is 17.03 k (17,030) with 8.95 k (8,947) males and 8.08 k (8,083) females, which is 0.87% of Morena District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 904 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Morena
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 841 |
| Urban Area | 859 |
| Rural Area | 835 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Morena
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 838 |
| Muslim | 892 |
| Jain | 870 |
| Buddhist | 837 |
Morena Area & Households
The Total Area of Morena District is 4,989 Square KM, with a population density of 394 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Morena District are 9 and the Total Number of Villages in Morena District are 815.The Total Number of households in Morena District are 3.63 Lac(3,62,646).
Morena Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Morena District, there are about 6.76 Lac (6,75,993) workers, making up nearly 34.38% of the Morena District total population. Out of these, around 5.25 Lac (5,25,329) are male workers, and about 1.51 Lac (1,50,664) are female workers.
Morena - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Morena district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,90,014, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 19,65,970 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 31.95% 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 16.55%.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.
Morena District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,90,014 to 19,65,970.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 31.95%.
- 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 | 3.90 Lac | - | - | ||
| 1911 | 3.85 Lac | -5.50 k | -1.409692985 | 2.08 Lac | 1.76 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.51 Lac | -33.16 k | -8.623308263 | 1.93 Lac | 1.58 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.86 Lac | 34.36 k | 9.780053393 | 2.11 Lac | 1.74 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.37 Lac | 51.76 k | 13.4182479 | 2.39 Lac | 1.99 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.82 Lac | 45.00 k | 10.2853172 | 2.63 Lac | 2.19 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.90 Lac | 1.08 Lac | 22.37011735 | 3.22 Lac | 2.68 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.42 Lac | 1.52 Lac | 25.73593675 | 4.08 Lac | 3.35 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.80 Lac | 2.37 Lac | 31.95446892 | 5.39 Lac | 4.40 Lac |
| 1991 | 12.79 Lac | 3.00 Lac | 30.57788976 | 7.07 Lac | 5.72 Lac |
| 2001 | 15.93 Lac | 3.14 Lac | 24.5189173 | 8.74 Lac | 7.19 Lac |
| 2011 | 19.66 Lac | 3.73 Lac | 23.43521812 | 10.68 Lac | 8.98 Lac |
Morena - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23.64 Lac (23,64,375) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 23.92 Lac (23,92,009) | 21.67% | 1.4 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 24.17 Lac (24,17,231) | 22.95% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 24.41 Lac (24,40,738) | 24.15% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 24.64 Lac (24,64,244) | 25.34% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 24.88 Lac (24,87,751) | 26.54% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 25.11 Lac (25,11,230) | 27.73% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 25.33 Lac (25,32,754) | 28.83% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 25.53 Lac (25,52,856) | 29.85% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 25.73 Lac (25,72,932) | 30.87% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 25.93 Lac (25,93,034) | 31.9% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 26.13 Lac (26,13,110) | 32.92% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 26.33 Lac (26,33,212) | 33.94% | 1.02 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Morena District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 26.33 Lac (26,33,212), with a male population of 14.15 Lac (14,14,569) and a female population of 12.17 Lac (12,17,004). This reflects a total growth of 33.94% from Morena District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.36%.