Mirzapur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Mirzapur District has a population of 24.97 Lac (24,96,970) with 13.12 Lac (13,12,302) males and 11.85 Lac (11,84,668) females.The sex ratio in Mirzapur is 903, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Mirzapur District is 4.11 Lac (4,10,621) which is 16.44% of Mirzapur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Mirzapur District is 903 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Mirzapur District is listed as part of UTTAR PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Mirzapur Population Census 2011
- Mirzapur 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
Mirzapur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Mirzapur District current estimated population is projected to be 29.64 Lac (29,64,412), indicating a 18.72% increased from Mirzapur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 15.51 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.13 Lac.
Mirzapur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Mirzapur District estimated population is projected to be 29.94 Lac (29,94,010), projecting a 19.91% increased from Mirzapur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 15.66 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.28 Lac.
Mirzapur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Mirzapur District, with a total Hindu population of 22.93 Lac (22,92,534), accounting for 91.81% of the Mirzapur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 12.05 Lac (12,04,871), and the Hindu female population is around 10.88 Lac (10,87,663).
Mirzapur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Mirzapur District, with a total Muslim population of 1.96 Lac (1,95,765), accounting for 7.84% of the Mirzapur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.03 Lac (1,02,702), and the Muslim female population is around 93.06 k (93,063).
Mirzapur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 22,92,534 | 91.81% |
| Muslim | 1,95,765 | 7.84% |
| Religion not stated | 4,096 | 0.16% |
| Christian | 2,373 | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 1,133 | 0.05% |
| Jain | 701 | 0.03% |
| Buddhist | 341 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 27 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMirzapur Urban Population
The Urban population of Mirzapur District is 3.48 Lac (3,47,567), with 1.85 Lac (1,85,164) being males and 1.62 Lac (1,62,403) being females, making up 13.92% of the Mirzapur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 878 females for every 1000 males.
Mirzapur Rural Population
The Rural population of Mirzapur District is 21.49 Lac (21,49,403), with 11.27 Lac (11,27,138) being males and 10.22 Lac (10,22,265) being females, making up 86.08% of the Mirzapur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 907 females for every 1000 males.
Mirzapur Literacy Rate
Mirzapur District has a literacy rate of 68.48% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Mirzapur District is 78.97 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Mirzapur District is 56.86 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Mirzapur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 75.52%, while in the rural regions of Mirzapur District, it is around 67.29%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Mirzapur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68.48 | 78.97 | 56.86 |
| Urban Area | 75.52 | 82.29 | 67.78 |
| Rural Area | 67.29 | 78.4 | 55.06 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Mirzapur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 68.6 | 79.23 | 56.82 |
| Muslim | 66.76 | 75.66 | 56.92 |
| Religion not stated | 68.25 | 78.76 | 54.19 |
| Christian | 76.98 | 85.59 | 68.07 |
Mirzapur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Mirzapur District is 6.61 Lac (6,61,129) with 3.47 Lac (3,47,436) males and 3.14 Lac (3,13,693) females, which is 26.48% of Mirzapur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 903 females for every 1000 males.
Mirzapur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Mirzapur District is 20.13 k (20,132) with 10.48 k (10,480) males and 9.65 k (9,652) females, which is 0.81% of Mirzapur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 921 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Mirzapur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 903 |
| Urban Area | 878 |
| Rural Area | 907 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Mirzapur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 903 |
| Muslim | 907 |
| Religion not stated | 781 |
| Christian | 944 |
Mirzapur Area & Households
The Total Area of Mirzapur District is 4,405 Square KM, with a population density of 567 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Mirzapur District are 10 and the Total Number of Villages in Mirzapur District are 1,961.The Total Number of households in Mirzapur District are 3.95 Lac(3,94,925).
Mirzapur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Mirzapur District, there are about 8.82 Lac (8,81,996) workers, making up nearly 35.32% of the Mirzapur District total population. Out of these, around 6.13 Lac (6,13,061) are male workers, and about 2.69 Lac (2,68,935) are female workers.
Mirzapur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Mirzapur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,88,998, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 24,96,970 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 31.45% 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 16.45%.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.
Mirzapur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,88,998 to 24,96,970.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 31.45%.
- 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 | 4.89 Lac | - | - | 2.39 Lac | 2.50 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.84 Lac | -5.12 k | -1.046630048 | 2.39 Lac | 2.45 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.83 Lac | -410 | -0.084731752 | 2.41 Lac | 2.42 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.26 Lac | 42.87 k | 8.867975262 | 2.63 Lac | 2.63 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.01 Lac | 74.46 k | 14.14702172 | 3.00 Lac | 3.01 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.79 Lac | 78.37 k | 13.04331182 | 3.42 Lac | 3.37 Lac |
| 1961 | 8.04 Lac | 1.25 Lac | 18.34780931 | 4.10 Lac | 3.94 Lac |
| 1971 | 9.60 Lac | 1.57 Lac | 19.49665582 | 5.02 Lac | 4.58 Lac |
| 1981 | 12.38 Lac | 2.78 Lac | 28.93685027 | 6.53 Lac | 5.86 Lac |
| 1991 | 16.28 Lac | 3.90 Lac | 31.45412909 | 8.64 Lac | 7.64 Lac |
| 2001 | 20.75 Lac | 4.47 Lac | 27.44147619 | 10.94 Lac | 9.81 Lac |
| 2011 | 24.97 Lac | 4.22 Lac | 20.352782 | 13.12 Lac | 11.85 Lac |
Mirzapur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 29.64 Lac (29,64,412) | 18.72% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 29.94 Lac (29,94,010) | 19.91% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 30.19 Lac (30,19,486) | 20.93% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 30.42 Lac (30,42,028) | 21.83% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 30.65 Lac (30,64,570) | 22.73% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 30.87 Lac (30,87,112) | 23.63% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 31.10 Lac (31,09,654) | 24.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 31.29 Lac (31,29,188) | 25.32% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 31.47 Lac (31,46,581) | 26.02% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 31.64 Lac (31,63,985) | 26.71% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 31.81 Lac (31,81,378) | 27.41% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 31.99 Lac (31,98,783) | 28.11% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 32.16 Lac (32,16,175) | 28.8% | 0.69 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Mirzapur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 32.16 Lac (32,16,175), with a male population of 16.74 Lac (16,73,829) and a female population of 15.42 Lac (15,42,165). This reflects a total growth of 28.8% from Mirzapur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.84%.