Sagar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Sagar District has a population of 23.78 Lac (23,78,458) with 12.56 Lac (12,56,257) males and 11.22 Lac (11,22,201) females.The sex ratio in Sagar is 894, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Sagar District is 3.57 Lac (3,56,903) which is 15.01% of Sagar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Sagar District is 926 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Sagar District is listed as part of MADHYA PRADESH State in INDIA.
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Sagar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Sagar District current estimated population is projected to be 28.60 Lac (28,60,454), indicating a 20.27% increased from Sagar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 15.03 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.57 Lac.
Sagar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Sagar District estimated population is projected to be 28.94 Lac (28,93,886), projecting a 21.67% increased from Sagar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 15.20 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.74 Lac.
Sagar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Sagar District, with a total Hindu population of 21.98 Lac (21,98,297), accounting for 92.43% of the Sagar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 11.62 Lac (11,62,318), and the Hindu female population is around 10.36 Lac (10,35,979).
Sagar Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Sagar District, with a total Muslim population of 1.03 Lac (1,03,480), accounting for 4.35% of the Sagar District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 53.62 k (53,623), and the Muslim female population is around 49.86 k (49,857).
Sagar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 21,98,297 | 92.43% |
| Muslim | 1,03,480 | 4.35% |
| Jain | 62,992 | 2.65% |
| Christian | 5,580 | 0.23% |
| Sikh | 4,146 | 0.17% |
| Religion not stated | 2,804 | 0.12% |
| Buddhist | 991 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 168 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSagar Urban Population
The Urban population of Sagar District is 7.09 Lac (7,08,796), with 3.72 Lac (3,72,124) being males and 3.37 Lac (3,36,672) being females, making up 29.8% of the Sagar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 905 females for every 1000 males.
Sagar Rural Population
The Rural population of Sagar District is 16.70 Lac (16,69,662), with 8.84 Lac (8,84,133) being males and 7.86 Lac (7,85,529) being females, making up 70.2% of the Sagar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 889 females for every 1000 males.
Sagar Literacy Rate
Sagar District has a literacy rate of 76.46% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Sagar District is 84.85 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Sagar District is 67.02 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Sagar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.43%, while in the rural regions of Sagar District, it is around 72.08%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Sagar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76.46 | 84.85 | 67.02 |
| Urban Area | 86.43 | 91.81 | 80.45 |
| Rural Area | 72.08 | 81.82 | 61.04 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Sagar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 75.72 | 84.47 | 65.85 |
| Muslim | 76.98 | 83.15 | 70.33 |
| Jain | 96.8 | 98.1 | 95.39 |
| Christian | 92.77 | 94.26 | 91.21 |
Sagar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Sagar District is 5.02 Lac (5,01,630) with 2.66 Lac (2,66,306) males and 2.35 Lac (2,35,324) females, which is 21.09% of Sagar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 884 females for every 1000 males.
Sagar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Sagar District is 2.22 Lac (2,21,936) with 1.15 Lac (1,14,771) males and 1.07 Lac (1,07,165) females, which is 9.33% of Sagar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 934 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Sagar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 894 |
| Urban Area | 905 |
| Rural Area | 889 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Sagar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 892 |
| Muslim | 930 |
| Jain | 927 |
| Christian | 958 |
Sagar Area & Households
The Total Area of Sagar District is 10,252 Square KM, with a population density of 232 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Sagar District are 20 and the Total Number of Villages in Sagar District are 2,075.The Total Number of households in Sagar District are 5.18 Lac(5,17,850).
Sagar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Sagar District, there are about 10.06 Lac (10,06,035) workers, making up nearly 42.3% of the Sagar District total population. Out of these, around 6.82 Lac (6,82,077) are male workers, and about 3.24 Lac (3,23,958) are female workers.
Sagar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Sagar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,69,686, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 23,78,458 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 33.36% 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 16.37%.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.
Sagar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,69,686 to 23,78,458.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 33.36%.
- 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 | 4.70 Lac | - | - | 2.38 Lac | 2.32 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.41 Lac | 71.57 k | 15.23783975 | 2.76 Lac | 2.65 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.28 Lac | -12.87 k | -2.378172251 | 2.72 Lac | 2.56 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.45 Lac | 16.54 k | 3.131056202 | 2.81 Lac | 2.64 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.97 Lac | 52.12 k | 9.564749839 | 3.02 Lac | 2.95 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.36 Lac | 39.14 k | 6.555910821 | 3.29 Lac | 3.07 Lac |
| 1961 | 7.97 Lac | 1.60 Lac | 25.20563793 | 4.15 Lac | 3.82 Lac |
| 1971 | 10.62 Lac | 2.66 Lac | 33.36199873 | 5.61 Lac | 5.01 Lac |
| 1981 | 13.23 Lac | 2.61 Lac | 24.55457121 | 7.00 Lac | 6.24 Lac |
| 1991 | 16.48 Lac | 3.25 Lac | 24.533002 | 8.76 Lac | 7.72 Lac |
| 2001 | 20.22 Lac | 3.74 Lac | 22.71304384 | 10.73 Lac | 9.49 Lac |
| 2011 | 23.78 Lac | 3.56 Lac | 17.62973748 | 12.56 Lac | 11.22 Lac |
Sagar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 28.60 Lac (28,60,454) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 28.94 Lac (28,93,886) | 21.67% | 1.4 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 29.24 Lac (29,24,400) | 22.95% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 29.53 Lac (29,52,839) | 24.15% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 29.81 Lac (29,81,277) | 25.34% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 30.10 Lac (30,09,716) | 26.54% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 30.38 Lac (30,38,122) | 27.73% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 30.64 Lac (30,64,161) | 28.83% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 30.88 Lac (30,88,481) | 29.85% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 31.13 Lac (31,12,769) | 30.87% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 31.37 Lac (31,37,089) | 31.9% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 31.61 Lac (31,61,377) | 32.92% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 31.86 Lac (31,85,697) | 33.94% | 1.02 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Sagar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 31.86 Lac (31,85,697), with a male population of 16.63 Lac (16,63,267) and a female population of 15.22 Lac (15,21,607). This reflects a total growth of 33.94% from Sagar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.