Ghazipur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Ghazipur District has a population of 36.20 Lac (36,20,268) with 18.55 Lac (18,55,075) males and 17.65 Lac (17,65,193) females.The sex ratio in Ghazipur is 952, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Ghazipur District is 5.59 Lac (5,58,559) which is 15.43% of Ghazipur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Ghazipur District is 908 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Ghazipur District is listed as part of UTTAR PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Ghazipur Population Census 2011
- Ghazipur 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
Ghazipur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Ghazipur District current estimated population is projected to be 42.98 Lac (42,97,995), indicating a 18.72% increased from Ghazipur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 21.92 Lac, and the estimated female population is 21.06 Lac.
Ghazipur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Ghazipur District estimated population is projected to be 43.41 Lac (43,40,908), projecting a 19.91% increased from Ghazipur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 22.14 Lac, and the estimated female population is 21.28 Lac.
Ghazipur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Ghazipur District, with a total Hindu population of 32.34 Lac (32,33,790), accounting for 89.32% of the Ghazipur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 16.57 Lac (16,56,715), and the Hindu female population is around 15.77 Lac (15,77,075).
Ghazipur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Ghazipur District, with a total Muslim population of 3.68 Lac (3,68,153), accounting for 10.17% of the Ghazipur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.89 Lac (1,88,840), and the Muslim female population is around 1.79 Lac (1,79,313).
Ghazipur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 32,33,790 | 89.32% |
| Muslim | 3,68,153 | 10.17% |
| Religion not stated | 9,792 | 0.27% |
| Christian | 4,181 | 0.12% |
| Buddhist | 3,145 | 0.09% |
| Sikh | 810 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 213 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 184 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGhazipur Urban Population
The Urban population of Ghazipur District is 2.74 Lac (2,74,360), with 1.43 Lac (1,43,424) being males and 1.31 Lac (1,30,936) being females, making up 7.58% of the Ghazipur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 913 females for every 1000 males.
Ghazipur Rural Population
The Rural population of Ghazipur District is 33.46 Lac (33,45,908), with 17.12 Lac (17,11,651) being males and 16.34 Lac (16,34,257) being females, making up 92.42% of the Ghazipur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 955 females for every 1000 males.
Ghazipur Literacy Rate
Ghazipur District has a literacy rate of 71.78% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Ghazipur District is 82.8 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Ghazipur District is 60.29 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Ghazipur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 80.34%, while in the rural regions of Ghazipur District, it is around 71.06%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Ghazipur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71.78 | 82.8 | 60.29 |
| Urban Area | 80.34 | 86.81 | 73.27 |
| Rural Area | 71.06 | 82.45 | 59.23 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Ghazipur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 71.11 | 82.51 | 59.23 |
| Muslim | 77.51 | 85.25 | 69.43 |
| Religion not stated | 71.59 | 81.32 | 60.79 |
| Christian | 75.32 | 83.79 | 66.69 |
Ghazipur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Ghazipur District is 7.27 Lac (7,26,641) with 3.75 Lac (3,75,015) males and 3.52 Lac (3,51,626) females, which is 20.07% of Ghazipur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 938 females for every 1000 males.
Ghazipur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Ghazipur District is 28.71 k (28,712) with 14.66 k (14,664) males and 14.05 k (14,048) females, which is 0.79% of Ghazipur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 958 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Ghazipur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 952 |
| Urban Area | 913 |
| Rural Area | 955 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Ghazipur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 952 |
| Muslim | 950 |
| Religion not stated | 892 |
| Christian | 980 |
Ghazipur Area & Households
The Total Area of Ghazipur District is 3,377 Square KM, with a population density of 1,072 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Ghazipur District are 8 and the Total Number of Villages in Ghazipur District are 3,367.The Total Number of households in Ghazipur District are 5.47 Lac(5,46,664).
Ghazipur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Ghazipur District, there are about 12.05 Lac (12,04,602) workers, making up nearly 33.27% of the Ghazipur District total population. Out of these, around 8.09 Lac (8,08,700) are male workers, and about 3.96 Lac (3,95,902) are female workers.
Ghazipur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Ghazipur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 8,57,830, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 36,20,268 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 26.97% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1911 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 14.52%.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.
Ghazipur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 8,57,830 to 36,20,268.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 26.97%.
- The year 1911 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 8.58 Lac | - | - | 4.18 Lac | 4.40 Lac |
| 1911 | 7.88 Lac | -69.53 k | -8.11 | 3.95 Lac | 3.93 Lac |
| 1921 | 7.81 Lac | -6.97 k | -0.88 | 3.99 Lac | 3.82 Lac |
| 1931 | 8.25 Lac | 43.39 k | 5.55 | 4.23 Lac | 4.02 Lac |
| 1941 | 9.85 Lac | 1.60 Lac | 19.44 | 5.00 Lac | 4.85 Lac |
| 1951 | 11.41 Lac | 1.56 Lac | 15.82 | 5.71 Lac | 5.70 Lac |
| 1961 | 13.22 Lac | 1.81 Lac | 15.83 | 6.54 Lac | 6.67 Lac |
| 1971 | 15.32 Lac | 2.10 Lac | 15.9 | 7.75 Lac | 7.57 Lac |
| 1981 | 19.45 Lac | 4.13 Lac | 26.97 | 9.78 Lac | 9.67 Lac |
| 1991 | 24.17 Lac | 4.72 Lac | 24.27 | 12.35 Lac | 11.82 Lac |
| 2001 | 30.38 Lac | 6.21 Lac | 25.7 | 15.37 Lac | 15.00 Lac |
| 2011 | 36.20 Lac | 5.83 Lac | 19.18256034 | 18.55 Lac | 17.65 Lac |
Ghazipur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 42.98 Lac (42,97,995) | 18.72% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 43.41 Lac (43,40,908) | 19.91% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 43.78 Lac (43,77,845) | 20.93% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 44.11 Lac (44,10,528) | 21.83% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 44.43 Lac (44,43,211) | 22.73% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 44.76 Lac (44,75,894) | 23.63% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 45.09 Lac (45,08,577) | 24.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 45.37 Lac (45,36,898) | 25.32% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 45.62 Lac (45,62,115) | 26.02% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 45.87 Lac (45,87,350) | 26.71% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 46.13 Lac (46,12,566) | 27.41% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 46.38 Lac (46,37,801) | 28.11% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 46.63 Lac (46,63,018) | 28.8% | 0.69 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Ghazipur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 46.63 Lac (46,63,018), with a male population of 23.66 Lac (23,66,131) and a female population of 22.98 Lac (22,97,874). This reflects a total growth of 28.8% from Ghazipur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.84%.