Shajapur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Shajapur District has a population of 15.13 Lac (15,12,681) with 7.81 Lac (7,80,520) males and 7.32 Lac (7,32,161) females.The sex ratio in Shajapur is 939, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Shajapur District is 2.18 Lac (2,17,759) which is 14.4% of Shajapur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Shajapur District is 921 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Shajapur District is listed as part of MADHYA PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Shajapur Population Census 2011
- Shajapur 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
Shajapur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Shajapur District current estimated population is projected to be 18.19 Lac (18,19,227), indicating a 20.27% increased from Shajapur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 9.34 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.85 Lac.
Shajapur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Shajapur District estimated population is projected to be 18.40 Lac (18,40,490), projecting a 21.67% increased from Shajapur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 9.44 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.96 Lac.
Shajapur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Shajapur District, with a total Hindu population of 13.21 Lac (13,21,003), accounting for 87.33% of the Shajapur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.83 Lac (6,82,595), and the Hindu female population is around 6.38 Lac (6,38,408).
Shajapur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Shajapur District, with a total Muslim population of 1.75 Lac (1,74,724), accounting for 11.55% of the Shajapur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 89.38 k (89,384), and the Muslim female population is around 85.34 k (85,340).
Shajapur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 13,21,003 | 87.33% |
| Muslim | 1,74,724 | 11.55% |
| Jain | 13,755 | 0.91% |
| Religion not stated | 1,508 | 0.1% |
| Christian | 815 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 631 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 179 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 66 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationShajapur Urban Population
The Urban population of Shajapur District is 2.94 Lac (2,93,548), with 1.51 Lac (1,51,247) being males and 1.42 Lac (1,42,301) being females, making up 19.41% of the Shajapur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 941 females for every 1000 males.
Shajapur Rural Population
The Rural population of Shajapur District is 12.19 Lac (12,19,133), with 6.29 Lac (6,29,273) being males and 5.90 Lac (5,89,860) being females, making up 80.59% of the Shajapur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 938 females for every 1000 males.
Shajapur Literacy Rate
Shajapur District has a literacy rate of 69.09% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Shajapur District is 81.47 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Shajapur District is 55.93 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Shajapur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 80.26%, while in the rural regions of Shajapur District, it is around 66.35%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Shajapur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69.09 | 81.47 | 55.93 |
| Urban Area | 80.26 | 88.72 | 71.29 |
| Rural Area | 66.35 | 79.7 | 52.16 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Shajapur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 68.48 | 81.22 | 54.91 |
| Muslim | 71.44 | 81.99 | 60.41 |
| Jain | 95.15 | 97.59 | 92.63 |
| Religion not stated | 68.82 | 82.81 | 56.87 |
Shajapur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Shajapur District is 3.54 Lac (3,53,914) with 1.83 Lac (1,82,961) males and 1.71 Lac (1,70,953) females, which is 23.4% of Shajapur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 935 females for every 1000 males.
Shajapur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Shajapur District is 37.84 k (37,836) with 19.42 k (19,416) males and 18.42 k (18,420) females, which is 2.5% of Shajapur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 949 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Shajapur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 939 |
| Urban Area | 941 |
| Rural Area | 938 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Shajapur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 936 |
| Muslim | 955 |
| Jain | 971 |
| Religion not stated | 1095 |
Shajapur Area & Households
The Total Area of Shajapur District is 6,195 Square KM, with a population density of 244 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Shajapur District are 13 and the Total Number of Villages in Shajapur District are 1,107.The Total Number of households in Shajapur District are 3.00 Lac(3,00,025).
Shajapur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Shajapur District, there are about 7.18 Lac (7,17,871) workers, making up nearly 47.46% of the Shajapur District total population. Out of these, around 4.32 Lac (4,31,857) are male workers, and about 2.86 Lac (2,86,014) are female workers.
Shajapur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Shajapur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,05,863, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 15,12,681 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 28.93% 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 16.00%.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.
Shajapur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,05,863 to 15,12,681.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 28.93%.
- 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 | 3.06 Lac | - | - | ||
| 1911 | 3.34 Lac | 28.11 k | 9.191696936 | 1.72 Lac | 1.62 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.28 Lac | -6.02 k | -1.801920492 | 1.70 Lac | 1.58 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.63 Lac | 34.76 k | 10.59736126 | 1.88 Lac | 1.75 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.08 Lac | 45.57 k | 12.56223912 | 2.10 Lac | 1.99 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.33 Lac | 24.94 k | 6.107833124 | 2.20 Lac | 2.13 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.26 Lac | 92.92 k | 21.44865379 | 2.71 Lac | 2.55 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.78 Lac | 1.52 Lac | 28.93249831 | 3.51 Lac | 3.27 Lac |
| 1981 | 8.40 Lac | 1.62 Lac | 23.86464984 | 4.36 Lac | 4.05 Lac |
| 1991 | 10.33 Lac | 1.93 Lac | 22.96955538 | 5.39 Lac | 4.95 Lac |
| 2001 | 12.91 Lac | 2.57 Lac | 24.91531559 | 6.70 Lac | 6.21 Lac |
| 2011 | 15.13 Lac | 2.22 Lac | 17.19985899 | 7.81 Lac | 7.32 Lac |
Shajapur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18.19 Lac (18,19,227) | 20.27% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 18.40 Lac (18,40,490) | 21.67% | 1.4 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 18.60 Lac (18,59,896) | 22.95% | 1.28 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 18.78 Lac (18,77,983) | 24.15% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 18.96 Lac (18,96,069) | 25.34% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 19.14 Lac (19,14,156) | 26.54% | 1.2 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 19.32 Lac (19,32,222) | 27.73% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 19.49 Lac (19,48,783) | 28.83% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 19.64 Lac (19,64,250) | 29.85% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 19.80 Lac (19,79,697) | 30.87% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 19.95 Lac (19,95,165) | 31.9% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 20.11 Lac (20,10,612) | 32.92% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 20.26 Lac (20,26,079) | 33.94% | 1.02 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Shajapur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 20.26 Lac (20,26,079), with a male population of 10.33 Lac (10,33,398) and a female population of 9.93 Lac (9,92,747). This reflects a total growth of 33.94% from Shajapur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.14%.