Manipur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Manipur State has a population of 28.56 Lac (28,55,794) with 14.39 Lac (14,38,586) males and 14.17 Lac (14,17,208) females.The sex ratio in Manipur is 986, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Manipur State is 3.75 Lac (3,75,357) which is 13.14% of Manipur State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Manipur State is 931 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Manipur State is listed as part of the North East region of India .
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Manipur Population Census 2011
- Manipur 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
Manipur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Manipur State current estimated population is projected to be 32.50 Lac (32,49,697), indicating a 13.79% increased from Manipur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 16.31 Lac, and the estimated female population is 16.20 Lac.
Manipur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Manipur State estimated population is projected to be 32.80 Lac (32,79,538), projecting a 14.84% increased from Manipur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 16.45 Lac, and the estimated female population is 16.35 Lac.
Manipur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Manipur State, with a total Hindu population of 11.82 Lac (11,81,876), accounting for 41.39% of the Manipur State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.96 Lac (5,96,220), and the Hindu female population is around 5.86 Lac (5,85,656).
Manipur Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Manipur State, with a total Christian population of 11.79 Lac (11,79,043), accounting for 41.29% of the Manipur State population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 5.95 Lac (5,95,478), and the Christian female population is around 5.84 Lac (5,83,565).
Manipur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 11,81,876 | 41.39% |
| Christian | 11,79,043 | 41.29% |
| Muslim | 2,39,836 | 8.4% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2,33,767 | 8.19% |
| Religion not stated | 10,969 | 0.38% |
| Buddhist | 7,084 | 0.25% |
| Jain | 1,692 | 0.06% |
| Sikh | 1,527 | 0.05% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationManipur Urban Population
The Urban population of Manipur State is 8.34 Lac (8,34,154), with 4.12 Lac (4,11,702) being males and 4.22 Lac (4,22,452) being females, making up 29.21% of the Manipur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1027 females for every 1000 males.
Manipur Rural Population
The Rural population of Manipur State is 20.22 Lac (20,21,640), with 10.27 Lac (10,26,884) being males and 9.95 Lac (9,94,756) being females, making up 70.79% of the Manipur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 969 females for every 1000 males.
Manipur Literacy Rate
Manipur State has a literacy rate of 76.94% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Manipur State is 83.58 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Manipur State is 70.26 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Manipur State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.38%, while in the rural regions of Manipur State, it is around 73.4%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Manipur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76.94 | 83.58 | 70.26 |
| Urban Area | 85.38 | 91.68 | 79.31 |
| Rural Area | 73.4 | 80.29 | 66.34 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Manipur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 81.98 | 89.27 | 74.61 |
| Christian | 72.62 | 77.4 | 67.79 |
| Muslim | 67.76 | 80.33 | 55.22 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 81.62 | 88.75 | 74.72 |
Manipur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Manipur State is 97.33 k (97,328) with 48.86 k (48,863) males and 48.47 k (48,465) females, which is 3.41% of Manipur State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 992 females for every 1000 males.
Manipur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Manipur State is 11.67 Lac (11,67,422) with 5.88 Lac (5,88,279) males and 5.79 Lac (5,79,143) females, which is 40.88% of Manipur State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 985 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Manipur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 986 |
| Urban Area | 1027 |
| Rural Area | 969 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Manipur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 983 |
| Christian | 980 |
| Muslim | 992 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1021 |
Manipur Area & Households
The Total Area of Manipur State is 22,327 Square KM, with a population density of 128 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Manipur State are 51 and the Total Number of Villages in Manipur State are 2,582.The Total Number of households in Manipur State are 5.58 Lac(5,57,859).
Manipur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Manipur State, there are about 13.05 Lac (13,04,610) workers, making up nearly 45.68% of the Manipur State total population. Out of these, around 7.39 Lac (7,39,408) are male workers, and about 5.65 Lac (5,65,202) are female workers.
Manipur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Manipur state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 2,84,465, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 28,55,794 by the dataset's conclusion.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 37.53% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 23.64%.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.
Manipur State population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,84,465 to 28,55,794.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 37.53%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.84 Lac | ----- | ----- | 1.40 Lac | 1.45 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.46 Lac | 61.76 k | 21.70987643 | 1.71 Lac | 1.76 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.84 Lac | 37.79 k | 10.9161174 | 1.88 Lac | 1.96 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.46 Lac | 61.59 k | 16.03839423 | 2.16 Lac | 2.30 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.12 Lac | 66.46 k | 14.91519414 | 2.49 Lac | 2.63 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.78 Lac | 65.57 k | 12.80413382 | 2.84 Lac | 2.94 Lac |
| 1961 | 7.80 Lac | 2.02 Lac | 35.03977425 | 3.87 Lac | 3.93 Lac |
| 1971 | 10.73 Lac | 2.93 Lac | 37.52591223 | 5.42 Lac | 5.31 Lac |
| 1981 | 14.21 Lac | 3.48 Lac | 32.45854358 | 7.21 Lac | 7.00 Lac |
| 1991 | 18.37 Lac | 4.16 Lac | 29.28992022 | 9.38 Lac | 8.99 Lac |
| 2001 * | 22.94 Lac | 4.57 Lac | 24.86172869 | 11.62 Lac | 11.32 Lac |
| 2011 | 28.56 Lac | 5.62 Lac | 24.49535637 | 14.39 Lac | 14.17 Lac |
Note:-
i) * The population of Manipur State of Senapati district by sex includes the estimated population of Mao Maram, Paomata and Purul sub-divisions of Senapati district for 2001.
ii) Due to lack of data, population of districts from 1901 to 1941 shown as N.A.
Manipur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 32.50 Lac (32,49,697) | 13.79% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 32.80 Lac (32,79,538) | 14.84% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 33.06 Lac (33,06,395) | 15.78% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 33.33 Lac (33,33,252) | 16.72% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 33.59 Lac (33,59,115) | 17.62% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 33.86 Lac (33,85,972) | 18.56% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 34.12 Lac (34,11,834) | 19.47% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 34.36 Lac (34,35,707) | 20.31% | 0.84 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 34.57 Lac (34,56,595) | 21.04% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 34.77 Lac (34,77,484) | 21.77% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 34.98 Lac (34,98,373) | 22.5% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 35.19 Lac (35,19,262) | 23.23% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 35.40 Lac (35,40,151) | 23.96% | 0.73 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Manipur State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 35.40 Lac (35,40,151), with a male population of 17.66 Lac (17,65,900) and a female population of 17.74 Lac (17,74,245). This reflects a total growth of 23.96% from Manipur State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.