Meghraj Population Data
Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.
Live Estimate
Meghraj Population 2026
2,13,904 (Estimated)
Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.
Next Census 2027
2,17,137
Projected Estimate
Methodology: Population projections are calculated using an annual compound growth rate of 1.65% 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 • 15.2% of total pop
Child Sex Ratio 924
Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)
Boys 13,225
Girls 12,216
Literacy Gap
21.1% Diff Male Literacy 69.3%
Female Literacy 48.2%
SC Population
5,837
3.5% of total
ST Population
61,890
37.0% of total
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Workforce Economy
Primary occupation: farming (Cultivators)
Worker Participation Rate 49%
Main Workers 55,386
Employment > 6 months/year
Marginal Workers 25,773
Employment < 6 months/year
Employment Sectors
Other Workers (Services/Ind) 21.8%
Cultivators (Farmers) 56.1%
Agricultural Laborers 21.2%
Household Industries 0.9%
Historical Comparison (2001-2011)
Decadal Change| Metric | Census 2001 | Census 2011 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,41,853 | 1,67,115 | +17.81% |
| Literacy Rate | 47.92% | 58.93% | +11.0% |
| Sex Ratio | 964 | 966 | +2 |
Decadal Growth Rate
17.81%
Total population change from 2001 to 2011
Annual Compound Growth Rate (CAGR)
1.65%
Average annual growth rate over 10 years
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Meghraj in 2026? ▼
The estimated population of Meghraj in 2026 is 2,13,612. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of 1.65%.
What is the literacy rate of Meghraj? ▼
The literacy rate of Meghraj is 58.93% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Meghraj? ▼
The sex ratio of Meghraj is 966 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 Meghraj in 2027? ▼
The projected population of Meghraj in 2027 is 2,17,137. This projection is based on the 1.65% annual growth rate calculated from Census 2001-2011 data.
How has Meghraj population changed since 2001? ▼
Meghraj population grew from 1,41,853 in 2001 to 1,67,115 in 2011, a decadal growth of 17.81%. The annual compound growth rate was 1.65%.
What was the population of Meghraj in Census 2011? ▼
According to Census 2011, Meghraj had a total population of 1,67,115. This comprised 84,987 males and 82,128 females.
📊 Comparison & Rankings
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Rank in Sabar Kantha District
#7 of 13
By population size
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Rank in Gujarat
#132 of 225
Among all talukas/cities in state
Comparison with Averages
| Metric | Meghraj | Sabar Kantha Avg | Gujarat Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literacy Rate | 58.93% | 65.03% ↓ 6.1%
| 64.41% ↓ 5.5%
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| Sex Ratio | 966 | 953 ↑ 13 | 941 ↑ 25 |
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