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Murtijapur Population Data

Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.

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Murtijapur Population 2026

1,96,365 (Estimated)

Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.

Next Census 2027
1,97,769
Projected Estimate

Methodology: Population projections are calculated using an annual compound growth rate of 0.78% 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.

Murtijapur Population 2026

Murtijapur is a city located in Akola District, Maharashtra, India. As of 2026, the estimated population of Murtijapur is 1,96,238, based on Census 2011 data and a growth rate of 0.78% per annum. According to Census 2011, Murtijapur had a population of 1,74,650. The population comprises 89,689 males and 84,961 females.

Looking ahead, the projected population of Murtijapur for Census 2027 is estimated to be 1,97,769, assuming the current growth trend continues.

Demographics of Murtijapur

The sex ratio of Murtijapur is 947 females per 1000 males, which meets or exceeds the national average of 940. This demographic indicator reflects the gender balance and social conditions within the city.

Murtijapur serves as an important urban center in Akola District, contributing to the region's economic and social development. The city's demographic profile has evolved over successive census periods, reflecting changes in urbanization, migration, and development patterns.

Murtijapur Literacy and Education

Education is a key development indicator, and Murtijapur has achieved a literacy rate of 79.57% as per Census 2011. This literacy rate reflects the city's commitment to education and human development.

The city continues to work towards improving educational outcomes, with various initiatives focused on increasing access to quality education for all residents.

Historical Growth (2001-2011)

Between Census 2001 and Census 2011, Murtijapur experienced a population growth of 8.0%, growing from 1,61,661 to 1,74,650. The annual compound growth rate during this period was 0.78%. This growth pattern provides insights into the city's development trajectory and helps in planning for future infrastructure and services.

Census 2011 Data

Official
👥Total Population
1,74,650
📖Literacy Rate
79.57%
⚖️Sex Ratio
947
per 1000 Males
🏠Households
40,113
👶

Child (0-6) Stats

Future Generation • 10.8% of total pop

Child Sex Ratio 930

Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)

Boys 9,762
Girls 9,081

Literacy Gap

7.5% Diff
Male Literacy 83.2%
Female Literacy 75.7%
SC Population
49,759
28.5% of total
ST Population
7,039
4.0% of total
👷

Workforce Economy

Primary occupation: farming (Labor)

Worker Participation Rate 45%
Main Workers 67,277

Employment > 6 months/year

Marginal Workers 11,833

Employment < 6 months/year

Employment Sectors

Other Workers (Services/Ind) 18.8%
Cultivators (Farmers) 20.1%
Agricultural Laborers 59.9%
Household Industries 1.2%

Villages & Towns

160 locations
Name Type Population
murtijapur (m cl) Village 40,295
mana Village 9,216
kurum Village 6,399
hatgaon Village 5,952
sirso Village 5,588
lakhpuri Village 3,440
jamthi bk. Village 3,399
hirpur Village 2,997
sonori Village 2,765
kandi Village 2,470
madhapuri Village 2,367
nimbha Village 2,070
dhotra sinde Village 1,955
bhatori Village 1,886
jambha bk. Village 1,862
anbhora Village 1,773
kanzara Village 1,624
mangrul kambe Village 1,600
umari Village 1,526
sangwa Village 1,510
parad Village 1,464
shelu bajar Village 1,411
goregaon Village 1,365
dahatonda Village 1,351
chikhali Village 1,347
durgwada Village 1,346
wirahit Village 1,303
borta Village 1,291
kautha sopinath Village 1,233
rajnapur khinkhini Village 1,177
pohi Village 1,154
borgaon Village 1,149
bapori Village 1,145
khaparwada Village 1,144
shelu najik Village 1,055
rajura ghate Village 1,054
sonori (bopari) Village 1,000
matoda Village 988
nawasal Village 946
datwi Village 934
gajipur Village 918
kinkhed Village 914
akoli jaha Village 913
hiwara korde Village 910
wadgaon kurum Village 884
karli Village 870
rajura sarode Village 869
shivan kh. Village 868
sherwadi Village 859
langhapur Village 833
dhamori bk. Village 824
gaulkhedi Village 806
yendali Village 806
wai mana Village 805
bidgaon Village 801
salatwada Village 777
jitapur Village 771
mungshi Village 767
tipatala Village 758
kharab dhore Village 750
khodad Village 736
ramtek Village 736
virwada Village 732
datala Village 724
dhanora patekar Village 723
samsherpur Village 708
ramkhed Village 701
mandura Village 699
sangwi Village 681
mozar Village 675
dhanora waidhya Village 665
khandala Village 642
shelu wetal Village 637
bramhi kh. Village 634
malakapur Village 610
muramba Village 575
kaotha kholapur Village 573
pingala Village 552
lait Village 548
chungshi Village 535
kawhala Village 522
jambha kh. Village 518
bhagora Village 516
unkhed Village 509
kolsara Village 507
shend Village 486
nagoli Village 481
repatkhed Village 467
arkhed Village 462
bramhi (bai) Village 456
rohana Village 453
gunjwada Village 447
bramhi bk. Village 446
hendaj Village 443
jitapur nakat Village 429
pimpal shenda Village 429
dapura Village 427
sonala Village 426
rasulpur Village 411
lonsana Village 409
turkhed Village 382
umai Village 375
jamthi kh. Village 369
kadwi Village 369
kamatha Village 365
hasanapur Village 363
sakhari Village 361
amatwada Village 360
kaswi Village 354
nagthana Village 353
kinhi Village 351
wanitpur Village 330
rambhapur Village 300
takli gajipur Village 286
kharab naole Village 278
aurangpur Village 276
dhanora bk. Village 272
kasarkhed Village 263
kharbadi Village 257
palsoda Village 232
aledatpur Village 215
takwada. Village 213
chinchkhed Village 205
lasnapur Village 197
kamal khed Village 186
pota Village 183
saudapur Village 179
sirtala Village 177
balapur Village 155
jethapur Village 155
kamalani Village 154
sanjapur Village 154
mohakhed Village 149
balla khed Village 112
atkali. Village 99
waghajali Village 77
mohabatpur Village 67
dhamori kh. Village 60
lodhipur Village 50
fani Village 35
sultanpur Village 28
hayatpur Village 9
gaulkhed Village 5
piwashi Village 3
rasulapur Village 2
allapur Village 0
bahadurpur Village 0
deoran Village 0
dhanora kh. Village 0
ganeshpur Village 0
girdharpur Village 0
gopalpur Village 0
hamidpur Village 0
isafpur Village 0
khudavantpur Village 0
mirapur Village 0
sahadatpur Village 0
sheni Village 0
sikandarpur Village 0
yashwantpur Village 0

Historical Comparison (2001-2011)

Decadal Change
Metric Census 2001 Census 2011 Change
Population 1,61,661 1,74,650 +8.03%
Literacy Rate 71.29% 79.57% +8.3%
Sex Ratio 938 947 +9
Decadal Growth Rate
8.03%
Total population change from 2001 to 2011
Annual Compound Growth Rate (CAGR)
0.78%
Average annual growth rate over 10 years

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Murtijapur in 2026?
The estimated population of Murtijapur in 2026 is 1,96,238. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of 0.78%.
What is the literacy rate of Murtijapur?
The literacy rate of Murtijapur is 79.57% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Murtijapur?
The sex ratio of Murtijapur is 947 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 Murtijapur in 2027?
The projected population of Murtijapur in 2027 is 1,97,769. This projection is based on the 0.78% annual growth rate calculated from Census 2001-2011 data.
How has Murtijapur population changed since 2001?
Murtijapur population grew from 1,61,661 in 2001 to 1,74,650 in 2011, a decadal growth of 8.03%. The annual compound growth rate was 0.78%.
What was the population of Murtijapur in Census 2011?
According to Census 2011, Murtijapur had a total population of 1,74,650. This comprised 89,689 males and 84,961 females.

📊 Comparison & Rankings

🏆
Rank in Akola District
#4 of 7
By population size
🎯
Rank in Maharashtra
#198 of 356
Among all talukas/cities in state

Comparison with Averages

Metric Murtijapur Akola Avg Maharashtra Avg
Literacy Rate 79.57%
76.48% ↑ 3.1%
69.46% ↑ 10.1%
Sex Ratio 947
943 ↑ 4
958 ↓ 11

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