Maldah Population
As per the 2011 Census, Maldah District has a population of 39.89 Lac (39,88,845) with 20.52 Lac (20,51,541) males and 19.37 Lac (19,37,304) females.The sex ratio in Maldah is 945, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Maldah District is 6.09 Lac (6,09,040) which is 15.27% of Maldah District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Maldah District is 950 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Maldah District is listed as part of WEST BENGAL State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Maldah Population Census 2011
- Maldah 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
Maldah Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Maldah District current estimated population is projected to be 43.42 Lac (43,42,110), indicating a 8.86% increased from Maldah 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 22.19 Lac, and the estimated female population is 21.23 Lac.
Maldah Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Maldah District estimated population is projected to be 43.63 Lac (43,62,941), projecting a 9.38% increased from Maldah 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 22.29 Lac, and the estimated female population is 21.34 Lac.
Maldah Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Maldah District, with a total Muslim population of 20.45 Lac (20,45,151), accounting for 51.27% of the Maldah District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 10.48 Lac (10,47,638), and the Muslim female population is around 9.98 Lac (9,97,513).
Maldah Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Maldah District, with a total Hindu population of 19.14 Lac (19,14,352), accounting for 47.99% of the Maldah District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 9.89 Lac (9,88,780), and the Hindu female population is around 9.26 Lac (9,25,572).
Maldah Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 20,45,151 | 51.27% |
| Hindu | 19,14,352 | 47.99% |
| Christian | 13,209 | 0.33% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 7,929 | 0.2% |
| Religion not stated | 6,459 | 0.16% |
| Sikh | 747 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 639 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 359 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMaldah Urban Population
The Urban population of Maldah District is 5.42 Lac (5,41,660), with 2.83 Lac (2,83,205) being males and 2.58 Lac (2,58,455) being females, making up 13.58% of the Maldah total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 913 females for every 1000 males.
Maldah Rural Population
The Rural population of Maldah District is 34.47 Lac (34,47,185), with 17.68 Lac (17,68,336) being males and 16.79 Lac (16,78,849) being females, making up 86.42% of the Maldah total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 950 females for every 1000 males.
Maldah Literacy Rate
Maldah District has a literacy rate of 61.73% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Maldah District is 66.24 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Maldah District is 56.96 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Maldah District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 76.58%, while in the rural regions of Maldah District, it is around 59.37%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Maldah
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61.73 | 66.24 | 56.96 |
| Urban Area | 76.58 | 78.92 | 74.03 |
| Rural Area | 59.37 | 64.19 | 54.29 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Maldah
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 58.77 | 61 | 56.42 |
| Hindu | 64.8 | 71.55 | 57.6 |
| Christian | 63.44 | 71.64 | 55.56 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 46.1 | 57.11 | 35.62 |
Maldah Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Maldah District is 8.35 Lac (8,35,430) with 4.33 Lac (4,32,744) males and 4.03 Lac (4,02,686) females, which is 20.94% of Maldah District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 931 females for every 1000 males.
Maldah Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Maldah District is 3.14 Lac (3,13,984) with 1.58 Lac (1,57,528) males and 1.56 Lac (1,56,456) females, which is 7.87% of Maldah District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 994 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Maldah
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 945 |
| Urban Area | 913 |
| Rural Area | 950 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Maldah
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 953 |
| Hindu | 937 |
| Christian | 1025 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1039 |
Maldah Area & Households
The Total Area of Maldah District is 3,733 Square KM, with a population density of 1,069 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Maldah District are 29 and the Total Number of Villages in Maldah District are 1,771.The Total Number of households in Maldah District are 8.47 Lac(8,46,991).
Maldah Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Maldah District, there are about 15.38 Lac (15,37,847) workers, making up nearly 38.55% of the Maldah District total population. Out of these, around 10.86 Lac (10,86,461) are male workers, and about 4.51 Lac (4,51,386) are female workers.
Maldah - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Maldah district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,03,649, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 39,88,845 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 31.98% 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 19.21%.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.
Maldah District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 6,03,649 to 39,88,845.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 31.98%.
- 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 | 6.04 Lac | --- | --- | 3.01 Lac | 3.03 Lac |
| 1911 | 6.99 Lac | 94.90 k | 15.72072512 | 3.49 Lac | 3.50 Lac |
| 1921 | 6.86 Lac | -12.37 k | -1.771248033 | 3.45 Lac | 3.42 Lac |
| 1931 | 7.20 Lac | 34.27 k | 4.993777089 | 3.62 Lac | 3.58 Lac |
| 1941 | 8.44 Lac | 1.24 Lac | 17.19435345 | 4.26 Lac | 4.18 Lac |
| 1951 | 9.38 Lac | 93.27 k | 11.04623274 | 4.77 Lac | 4.61 Lac |
| 1961 | 12.22 Lac | 2.84 Lac | 30.32733207 | 6.22 Lac | 6.00 Lac |
| 1971 | 16.13 Lac | 3.91 Lac | 31.976974 | 8.28 Lac | 7.85 Lac |
| 1981 | 20.32 Lac | 4.19 Lac | 25.99523643 | 10.42 Lac | 9.89 Lac |
| 1991 | 26.37 Lac | 6.05 Lac | 29.78343605 | 13.61 Lac | 12.76 Lac |
| 2001 | 32.90 Lac | 6.53 Lac | 24.77922149 | 16.89 Lac | 16.01 Lac |
| 2011 | 39.89 Lac | 6.98 Lac | 21.2242453 | 20.52 Lac | 19.37 Lac |
Maldah - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 43.42 Lac (43,42,110) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 43.63 Lac (43,62,941) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 43.80 Lac (43,79,989) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 43.94 Lac (43,94,297) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 44.09 Lac (44,08,605) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 44.23 Lac (44,22,913) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 44.37 Lac (44,37,221) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 44.47 Lac (44,47,050) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 44.54 Lac (44,53,703) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 44.60 Lac (44,60,357) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 44.67 Lac (44,67,011) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 44.74 Lac (44,73,665) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 44.80 Lac (44,80,275) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Maldah District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 44.80 Lac (44,80,275), with a male population of 22.73 Lac (22,73,257) and a female population of 22.07 Lac (22,06,867). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Maldah District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.49%.