Maharashtra Population
As per the 2011 Census, Maharashtra State has a population of 11.24 Cr (11,23,74,333) with 5.82 Cr (5,82,43,056) males and 5.41 Cr (5,41,31,277) females.The sex ratio in Maharashtra is 930, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Maharashtra State is 1.33 Cr (1,33,26,517) which is 11.86% of Maharashtra State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Maharashtra State is 895 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Maharashtra State is listed as part of the West region of India .
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Maharashtra Population Census 2011
- Maharashtra 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
Maharashtra Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Maharashtra State current estimated population is projected to be 12.71 Cr (12,70,90,339), indicating a 13.1% increased from Maharashtra's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.61 Cr, and the estimated female population is 6.10 Cr.
Maharashtra Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Maharashtra State estimated population is projected to be 12.81 Cr (12,80,57,962), projecting a 13.96% increased from Maharashtra's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.66 Cr, and the estimated female population is 6.14 Cr.
Maharashtra Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Maharashtra State, with a total Hindu population of 8.97 Cr (8,97,03,057), accounting for 79.83% of the Maharashtra State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.65 Cr (4,65,35,862), and the Hindu female population is around 4.32 Cr (4,31,67,195).
Maharashtra Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Maharashtra State, with a total Muslim population of 1.30 Cr (1,29,71,152), accounting for 11.54% of the Maharashtra State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 67.89 Lac (67,89,127), and the Muslim female population is around 61.82 Lac (61,82,025).
Maharashtra Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 8,97,03,057 | 79.83% |
| Muslim | 1,29,71,152 | 11.54% |
| Buddhist | 65,31,200 | 5.81% |
| Jain | 14,00,349 | 1.25% |
| Christian | 10,80,073 | 0.96% |
| Religion not stated | 2,86,290 | 0.25% |
| Sikh | 2,23,247 | 0.2% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,78,965 | 0.16% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMaharashtra Urban Population
The Urban population of Maharashtra State is 5.08 Cr (5,08,18,259), with 2.67 Cr (2,67,04,022) being males and 2.41 Cr (2,41,14,237) being females, making up 45.22% of the Maharashtra total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 904 females for every 1000 males.
Maharashtra Rural Population
The Rural population of Maharashtra State is 6.16 Cr (6,15,56,074), with 3.15 Cr (3,15,39,034) being males and 3.00 Cr (3,00,17,040) being females, making up 54.78% of the Maharashtra total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 952 females for every 1000 males.
Maharashtra Literacy Rate
Maharashtra State has a literacy rate of 82.34% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Maharashtra State is 88.38 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Maharashtra State is 75.87 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Maharashtra State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.69%, while in the rural regions of Maharashtra State, it is around 77.01%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Maharashtra
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82.34 | 88.38 | 75.87 |
| Urban Area | 88.69 | 92.12 | 84.89 |
| Rural Area | 77.01 | 85.15 | 68.54 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Maharashtra
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 81.76 | 88.18 | 74.88 |
| Muslim | 83.56 | 87.57 | 79.13 |
| Buddhist | 83.17 | 89.97 | 76.2 |
| Jain | 95.35 | 96.66 | 93.99 |
Maharashtra Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Maharashtra State is 1.33 Cr (1,32,75,898) with 67.68 Lac (67,67,759) males and 65.08 Lac (65,08,139) females, which is 11.81% of Maharashtra State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Maharashtra Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Maharashtra State is 1.05 Cr (1,05,10,213) with 53.15 Lac (53,15,025) males and 51.95 Lac (51,95,188) females, which is 9.35% of Maharashtra State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 978 females for every 1000 males.
Maharashtra Slum Population
Slum Population in Maharashtra State is 1.18 Cr (1,18,48,423) with 63.28 Lac (63,28,217) males and 55.20 Lac (55,20,206) females, which is 10.54% of Maharashtra State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 873 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Maharashtra State are 25.00 Lac (24,99,948).
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Maharashtra
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 930 |
| Urban Area | 904 |
| Rural Area | 952 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Maharashtra
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 928 |
| Muslim | 911 |
| Buddhist | 971 |
| Jain | 964 |
Maharashtra Area & Households
The Total Area of Maharashtra State is 3,07,713 Square KM, with a population density of 365 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Maharashtra State are 534 and the Total Number of Villages in Maharashtra State are 43,665.The Total Number of households in Maharashtra State are 2.44 Cr(2,44,21,519).
Maharashtra Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Maharashtra State, there are about 4.94 Cr (4,94,27,878) workers, making up nearly 43.99% of the Maharashtra State total population. Out of these, around 3.26 Cr (3,26,16,875) are male workers, and about 1.68 Cr (1,68,11,003) are female workers.
Maharashtra - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Maharashtra state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 1,93,91,643, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 11,23,74,333 by the dataset's conclusion.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 27.45% 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 16.17%.
Maharashtra State population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,93,91,643 to 11,23,74,333.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 27.45%.
- 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 | 1.94 Cr | 0 | 0 | 98.02 Lac | 95.90 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.15 Cr | 20.83 Lac | 10.74112183 | 1.09 Cr | 1.06 Cr |
| 1921 | 2.08 Cr | -6.25 Lac | -2.909759625 | 1.07 Cr | 1.02 Cr |
| 1931 | 2.40 Cr | 31.10 Lac | 14.91455067 | 1.23 Cr | 1.17 Cr |
| 1941 | 2.68 Cr | 28.73 Lac | 11.99307993 | 1.38 Cr | 1.31 Cr |
| 1951 | 3.20 Cr | 51.70 Lac | 19.26677086 | 1.65 Cr | 1.55 Cr |
| 1961 | 3.96 Cr | 75.51 Lac | 23.59546566 | 2.04 Cr | 1.91 Cr |
| 1971 | 5.04 Cr | 1.09 Cr | 27.45258233 | 2.61 Cr | 2.43 Cr |
| 1981 | 6.28 Cr | 1.24 Cr | 24.53885054 | 3.24 Cr | 3.04 Cr |
| 1991 | 7.89 Cr | 1.62 Cr | 25.73055736 | 4.08 Cr | 3.81 Cr |
| 2001 | 9.69 Cr | 1.79 Cr | 22.72875521 | 5.04 Cr | 4.65 Cr |
| 2011 | 11.24 Cr | 1.55 Cr | 15.99496863 | 5.82 Cr | 5.41 Cr |
Maharashtra - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12.71 Cr (12,70,90,339) | 13.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 12.81 Cr (12,80,57,962) | 13.96% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 12.89 Cr (12,89,41,141) | 14.74% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 12.98 Cr (12,97,64,712) | 15.48% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 13.06 Cr (13,05,88,285) | 16.21% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 13.14 Cr (13,14,10,862) | 16.94% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 13.22 Cr (13,22,34,434) | 17.67% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 13.30 Cr (13,29,60,647) | 18.32% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 13.36 Cr (13,36,19,307) | 18.91% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 13.43 Cr (13,42,77,965) | 19.49% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 13.49 Cr (13,49,35,631) | 20.08% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 13.56 Cr (13,55,94,289) | 20.66% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 13.63 Cr (13,62,51,954) | 21.25% | 0.59 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Maharashtra State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 13.63 Cr (13,62,51,954), with a male population of 7.09 Cr (7,09,25,621) and a female population of 6.53 Cr (6,53,26,192). This reflects a total growth of 21.25% from Maharashtra State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.