Nagpur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Nagpur District has a population of 46.54 Lac (46,53,570) with 23.85 Lac (23,84,975) males and 22.69 Lac (22,68,595) females.The sex ratio in Nagpur is 952, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Nagpur District is 4.97 Lac (4,97,087) which is 10.68% of Nagpur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Nagpur District is 931 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Nagpur District is listed as part of MAHARASHTRA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Nagpur Population Census 2011
- Nagpur 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
Nagpur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Nagpur District current estimated population is projected to be 52.63 Lac (52,62,980), indicating a 13.1% increased from Nagpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 27.07 Lac, and the estimated female population is 25.56 Lac.
Nagpur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Nagpur District estimated population is projected to be 53.03 Lac (53,03,050), projecting a 13.96% increased from Nagpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 27.28 Lac, and the estimated female population is 25.75 Lac.
Nagpur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Nagpur District, with a total Hindu population of 34.92 Lac (34,92,202), accounting for 75.04% of the Nagpur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 17.95 Lac (17,95,245), and the Hindu female population is around 16.97 Lac (16,96,957).
Nagpur Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Nagpur District, with a total Buddhist population of 6.68 Lac (6,68,050), accounting for 14.36% of the Nagpur District population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 3.38 Lac (3,37,692), and the Buddhist female population is around 3.30 Lac (3,30,358).
Nagpur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 34,92,202 | 75.04% |
| Buddhist | 6,68,050 | 14.36% |
| Muslim | 3,90,974 | 8.4% |
| Christian | 34,667 | 0.74% |
| Jain | 24,528 | 0.53% |
| Sikh | 20,469 | 0.44% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 12,181 | 0.26% |
| Religion not stated | 10,499 | 0.23% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNagpur Urban Population
The Urban population of Nagpur District is 31.79 Lac (31,78,759), with 16.27 Lac (16,26,618) being males and 15.52 Lac (15,52,141) being females, making up 68.31% of the Nagpur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 955 females for every 1000 males.
Nagpur Rural Population
The Rural population of Nagpur District is 14.75 Lac (14,74,811), with 7.58 Lac (7,58,357) being males and 7.16 Lac (7,16,454) being females, making up 31.69% of the Nagpur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 945 females for every 1000 males.
Nagpur Literacy Rate
Nagpur District has a literacy rate of 88.39% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Nagpur District is 92.09 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Nagpur District is 84.51 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Nagpur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 91.37%, while in the rural regions of Nagpur District, it is around 81.92%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Nagpur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 88.39 | 92.09 | 84.51 |
| Urban Area | 91.37 | 94.17 | 88.43 |
| Rural Area | 81.92 | 87.59 | 75.91 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Nagpur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 87.84 | 91.73 | 83.74 |
| Buddhist | 89.95 | 93.72 | 86.11 |
| Muslim | 89.64 | 92.07 | 87.08 |
| Christian | 94.39 | 95.58 | 93.26 |
Nagpur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Nagpur District is 8.68 Lac (8,67,713) with 4.39 Lac (4,39,205) males and 4.29 Lac (4,28,508) females, which is 18.65% of Nagpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 976 females for every 1000 males.
Nagpur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Nagpur District is 4.38 Lac (4,37,571) with 2.24 Lac (2,23,566) males and 2.14 Lac (2,14,005) females, which is 9.4% of Nagpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 958 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Nagpur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 952 |
| Urban Area | 955 |
| Rural Area | 945 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Nagpur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 946 |
| Buddhist | 979 |
| Muslim | 953 |
| Christian | 1039 |
Nagpur Area & Households
The Total Area of Nagpur District is 9,892 Square KM, with a population density of 470 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Nagpur District are 41 and the Total Number of Villages in Nagpur District are 1,859.The Total Number of households in Nagpur District are 10.42 Lac(10,41,544).
Nagpur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Nagpur District, there are about 18.69 Lac (18,68,560) workers, making up nearly 40.15% of the Nagpur District total population. Out of these, around 13.34 Lac (13,34,211) are male workers, and about 5.34 Lac (5,34,349) are female workers.
Nagpur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Nagpur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 7,48,489, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 46,53,570 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 33.26% 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 16.94%.
Nagpur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 7,48,489 to 46,53,570.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 33.26%.
- 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 | 7.48 Lac | 0 | 0 | 3.76 Lac | 3.73 Lac |
| 1911 | 8.06 Lac | 57.80 k | 7.72195717 | 4.07 Lac | 3.99 Lac |
| 1921 | 7.90 Lac | -16.35 k | -2.027441841 | 4.02 Lac | 3.88 Lac |
| 1931 | 9.37 Lac | 1.47 Lac | 18.6149581 | 4.80 Lac | 4.57 Lac |
| 1941 | 10.57 Lac | 1.20 Lac | 12.75898171 | 5.40 Lac | 5.16 Lac |
| 1951 | 12.31 Lac | 1.74 Lac | 16.46870862 | 6.29 Lac | 6.01 Lac |
| 1961 | 15.08 Lac | 2.78 Lac | 22.58529826 | 7.82 Lac | 7.26 Lac |
| 1971 | 19.43 Lac | 4.34 Lac | 28.78660616 | 10.11 Lac | 9.32 Lac |
| 1981 | 25.89 Lac | 6.46 Lac | 33.25922639 | 13.45 Lac | 12.43 Lac |
| 1991 | 32.87 Lac | 6.98 Lac | 26.97485448 | 17.10 Lac | 15.77 Lac |
| 2001 | 40.68 Lac | 7.80 Lac | 23.74399136 | 21.05 Lac | 19.62 Lac |
| 2011 | 46.54 Lac | 5.86 Lac | 14.40475146 | 23.85 Lac | 22.69 Lac |
Nagpur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 52.63 Lac (52,62,980) | 13.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 53.03 Lac (53,03,050) | 13.96% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 53.40 Lac (53,39,624) | 14.74% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 53.74 Lac (53,73,729) | 15.48% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 54.08 Lac (54,07,834) | 16.21% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 54.42 Lac (54,41,898) | 16.94% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 54.76 Lac (54,76,004) | 17.67% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 55.06 Lac (55,06,077) | 18.32% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 55.33 Lac (55,33,353) | 18.91% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 55.61 Lac (55,60,629) | 19.49% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 55.88 Lac (55,87,864) | 20.08% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 56.15 Lac (56,15,140) | 20.66% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 56.42 Lac (56,42,374) | 21.25% | 0.59 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Nagpur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 56.42 Lac (56,42,374), with a male population of 29.04 Lac (29,04,310) and a female population of 27.38 Lac (27,37,765). This reflects a total growth of 21.25% from Nagpur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.