Moga Population
As per the 2011 Census, Moga District has a population of 9.96 Lac (9,95,746) with 5.26 Lac (5,25,920) males and 4.70 Lac (4,69,826) females.The sex ratio in Moga is 894, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Moga District is 1.07 Lac (1,07,336) which is 10.78% of Moga District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Moga District is 861 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Moga District is listed as part of PUNJAB State in INDIA.
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Moga Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Moga District current estimated population is projected to be 11.08 Lac (11,07,610), indicating a 11.23% increased from Moga's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 5.82 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.26 Lac.
Moga Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Moga District estimated population is projected to be 11.15 Lac (11,14,604), projecting a 11.94% increased from Moga's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 5.85 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.29 Lac.
Moga Sikh Population
Sikh is the most popular religion in Moga District, with a total Sikh population of 8.19 Lac (8,18,921), accounting for 82.24% of the Moga District population. Out of this, the Sikh male population stands at approximately 4.32 Lac (4,32,217), and the Sikh female population is around 3.87 Lac (3,86,704).
Moga Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Moga District, with a total Hindu population of 1.58 Lac (1,58,414), accounting for 15.91% of the Moga District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 84.13 k (84,132), and the Hindu female population is around 74.28 k (74,282).
Moga Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 8,18,921 | 82.24% |
| Hindu | 1,58,414 | 15.91% |
| Muslim | 9,388 | 0.94% |
| Religion not stated | 4,767 | 0.48% |
| Christian | 3,277 | 0.33% |
| Jain | 436 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 365 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 178 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMoga Urban Population
The Urban population of Moga District is 2.27 Lac (2,27,246), with 1.20 Lac (1,20,216) being males and 1.07 Lac (1,07,030) being females, making up 22.82% of the Moga total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 891 females for every 1000 males.
Moga Rural Population
The Rural population of Moga District is 7.69 Lac (7,68,500), with 4.06 Lac (4,05,704) being males and 3.63 Lac (3,62,796) being females, making up 77.18% of the Moga total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 895 females for every 1000 males.
Moga Literacy Rate
Moga District has a literacy rate of 70.68% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Moga District is 74.44 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Moga District is 66.48 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Moga District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 78.95%, while in the rural regions of Moga District, it is around 68.23%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Moga
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70.68 | 74.44 | 66.48 |
| Urban Area | 78.95 | 82.18 | 75.34 |
| Rural Area | 68.23 | 72.15 | 63.87 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Moga
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sikh | 68.93 | 72.74 | 64.7 |
| Hindu | 80.36 | 83.76 | 76.53 |
| Muslim | 60.6 | 65.45 | 55.02 |
| Religion not stated | 75.32 | 81.12 | 70.13 |
Moga Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Moga District is 3.63 Lac (3,63,417) with 1.92 Lac (1,92,418) males and 1.71 Lac (1,70,999) females, which is 36.5% of Moga District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 889 females for every 1000 males.
Moga Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Moga District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Moga District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Moga
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 894 |
| Urban Area | 891 |
| Rural Area | 895 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Moga
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Sikh | 895 |
| Hindu | 883 |
| Muslim | 872 |
| Religion not stated | 1070 |
Moga Area & Households
The Total Area of Moga District is 2,242 Square KM, with a population density of 444 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Moga District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Moga District are 325.The Total Number of households in Moga District are 1.93 Lac(1,93,256).
Moga Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Moga District, there are about 3.59 Lac (3,59,172) workers, making up nearly 36.07% of the Moga District total population. Out of these, around 2.92 Lac (2,92,379) are male workers, and about 66.79 k (66,793) are female workers.
Moga - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Moga district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,79,181, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 9,95,746 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 22.22% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 17.52%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901, 1911, 1921, 1931, 1941, 1951) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Moga District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,79,181 to 9,95,746.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 22.22%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | N.A | - | - | N.A | N.A |
| 1911 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A |
| 1921 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A |
| 1931 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A |
| 1941 | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A | N.A |
| 1951 | 3.79 Lac | N.A | N.A | 2.03 Lac | 1.76 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.43 Lac | 63.95 k | 16.86635143 | 2.38 Lac | 2.05 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.37 Lac | 93.49 k | 21.09695691 | 2.88 Lac | 2.49 Lac |
| 1981 | 6.56 Lac | 1.19 Lac | 22.22230504 | 3.49 Lac | 3.07 Lac |
| 1991 | 7.78 Lac | 1.22 Lac | 18.60436395 | 4.13 Lac | 3.65 Lac |
| 2001 | 8.95 Lac | 1.17 Lac | 15.02762587 | 4.74 Lac | 4.21 Lac |
| 2011 | 9.96 Lac | 1.01 Lac | 11.28227422 | 5.26 Lac | 4.70 Lac |
Moga - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 11.08 Lac (11,07,610) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 11.15 Lac (11,14,604) | 11.94% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 11.21 Lac (11,20,705) | 12.55% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 11.26 Lac (11,26,200) | 13.1% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 11.32 Lac (11,31,660) | 13.65% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 11.37 Lac (11,37,155) | 14.2% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 11.43 Lac (11,42,650) | 14.75% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 11.47 Lac (11,47,324) | 15.22% | 0.47 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 11.51 Lac (11,51,392) | 15.63% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 11.55 Lac (11,55,460) | 16.04% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 11.60 Lac (11,59,528) | 16.45% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 11.64 Lac (11,63,631) | 16.86% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 11.68 Lac (11,67,699) | 17.27% | 0.41 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Moga District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 11.68 Lac (11,67,699), with a male population of 6.10 Lac (6,10,371) and a female population of 5.57 Lac (5,57,313). This reflects a total growth of 17.27% from Moga District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.69%.