Maharajganj Population Data
Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.
Live Estimate
Maharajganj Population 2026
2,53,038 (Estimated)
Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.
Next Census 2027
2,57,465
Projected Estimate
Methodology: Population projections are calculated using an annual compound growth rate of 1.91% derived from Census 2001-2011 data. The formula used is P × (1 + r/100)^(Y - 2011), where P is the 2011 population and r is the growth rate.
Census 2011 Data
Officialper 1000 Males
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Child (0-6) Stats
Future Generation • 17.0% of total pop
Child Sex Ratio 944
Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)
Boys 16,610
Girls 15,680
Literacy Gap
17.1% Diff Male Literacy 65.5%
Female Literacy 48.4%
SC Population
22,703
11.9% of total
ST Population
4,416
2.3% of total
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Workforce Economy
Primary occupation: farming (Labor)
Worker Participation Rate 27%
Main Workers 23,364
Employment > 6 months/year
Marginal Workers 27,086
Employment < 6 months/year
Employment Sectors
Other Workers (Services/Ind) 29.5%
Cultivators (Farmers) 24.4%
Agricultural Laborers 41.6%
Household Industries 4.5%
Historical Comparison (2001-2011)
Decadal Change| Metric | Census 2001 | Census 2011 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,57,371 | 1,90,217 | +20.87% |
| Literacy Rate | 40.69% | 56.86% | +16.2% |
| Sex Ratio | 1092 | 1019 | -73 |
Decadal Growth Rate
20.87%
Total population change from 2001 to 2011
Annual Compound Growth Rate (CAGR)
1.91%
Average annual growth rate over 10 years
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Maharajganj in 2026? ▼
The estimated population of Maharajganj in 2026 is 2,52,640. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of 1.91%.
What is the literacy rate of Maharajganj? ▼
The literacy rate of Maharajganj is 56.86% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Maharajganj? ▼
The sex ratio of Maharajganj is 1019 females per 1000 males according to Census 2011. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.
What is the projected population of Maharajganj in 2027? ▼
The projected population of Maharajganj in 2027 is 2,57,465. This projection is based on the 1.91% annual growth rate calculated from Census 2001-2011 data.
How has Maharajganj population changed since 2001? ▼
Maharajganj population grew from 1,57,371 in 2001 to 1,90,217 in 2011, a decadal growth of 20.87%. The annual compound growth rate was 1.91%.
What was the population of Maharajganj in Census 2011? ▼
According to Census 2011, Maharajganj had a total population of 1,90,217. This comprised 94,202 males and 96,015 females.
📊 Comparison & Rankings
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Rank in Siwan District
#6 of 19
By population size
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Rank in Bihar
#226 of 505
Among all talukas/cities in state
Comparison with Averages
| Metric | Maharajganj | Siwan Avg | Bihar Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literacy Rate | 56.86% | 57.71% ↓ 0.9%
| 49.84% ↑ 7.0%
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| Sex Ratio | 1019 | 993 ↑ 26 | 922 ↑ 97 |
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