Madhya Pradesh Population | Sex Ratio | Literacy
As per details from Census 2011, Madhya Pradesh has population of 7.27 Crores, an increase from figure of 6.03 Crore in 2001 census. Total population of Madhya Pradesh as per lastest census data is 72,626,809 of which male and female are 37,612,306 and 35,014,503 respectively. In 2001, total population was 60,348,023 in which males were 31,443,652 while females were 28,904,371. The total population growth in this decade was 20.35 percent while in previous decade it was 24.34 percent. The population of Madhya Pradesh forms 6.00 percent of India in 2011. In 2001, the figure was 5.87 percent.
Madhya Pradesh Sex Ratio 2023
Sex Ratio in Madhya Pradesh is 931 i.e. for each 1000 male, which is below national average of 940 as per latest census. In 2001, the sex ratio of female was 919 per 1000 males in Madhya Pradesh.
Madhya Pradesh Literacy Rate 2023
Literacy rate in Madhya Pradesh has seen upward trend and is 69.32 percent as per latest population census. Of that, male literacy stands at 78.73 percent while female literacy is at 59.24 percent. In 2001, literacy rate in Madhya Pradesh stood at 63.74 percent of which male and female were 76.06 percent and 50.29 percent literate respectively.
In actual numbers, total literates in Madhya Pradesh stands at 42,851,169 of which males were 25,174,328 and females were 17,676,841.
Madhya Pradesh 2022 - 2023 Population
What is the population of Madhya Pradesh in 2023 ? The question though legimate has no correct answer. The last census of Madhya Pradesh was done in 2011 and next census of 2021 has been postponed or cancelled. But we can do projection of future Madhya Pradesh 2023 Population on the basis likely Population Growth Rate.Year | Projected Population | |
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2011 | 72,626,809 | 7.26 Crores |
2021 | 85,310,000 | 8.53 Crores |
2022 | 86,590,000 | 8.66 Crores |
2023 | 87,700,000 | 8.77 Crores |
2024 | 88,650,000 | 8.87 Crores |
2025 | 89,470,000 | 8.95 Crores |
2026 | 90,170,000 | 9.02 Crores |
2027 | 90,770,000 | 9.08 Crores |
2028 | 91,290,000 | 9.13 Crores |
2029 | 91,730,000 | 9.17 Crores |
2030 | 92,100,000 | 9.21 Crores |
2031 | 92,420,000 | 9.24 Crores |
Madhya Pradesh Religion wise Population 2023
Hinduism is majority religion in state of Madhya Pradesh with 90.89 % followers. Islam is second most popular religion in state of Madhya Pradesh with approximately 6.57 % following it. In Madhya Pradesh state, Christinity is followed by 0.29 %, Jainism by 0.78 %, Sikhism by 0.21 % and Buddhism by 0.21 %. Around 0.83 % stated 'Other Religion', approximately 0.13 % stated 'No Particular Religion'.
Description | Population | Percentage |
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Hindu | 66,007,121 | 90.89 % |
Muslim | 4,774,695 | 6.57 % |
Other religion | 599,594 | 0.83 % |
Jain | 567,028 | 0.78 % |
Buddhist | 216,052 | 0.30 % |
Christian | 213,282 | 0.29 % |
Sikh | 151,412 | 0.21 % |
Not available | 97,625 | 0.13 % |
Madhya Pradesh Population Data
Description | 2011 | 2001 |
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Approximate Population | 7.27 Crores | 6.03 Crore |
Actual Population | 72,626,809 | 60,348,023 |
Male | 37,612,306 | 31,443,652 |
Female | 35,014,503 | 28,904,371 |
Population Growth | 20.35% | 24.34% |
Percantage of total Population | 6.00% | 5.87% |
Sex Ratio | 931 | 919 |
Child Sex Ratio | 918 | 932 |
Density/km2 | 236 | 196 |
Area(Km 2) | 308,252 | 308,245 |
Total Child Population (0-6 Age) | 10,809,395 | 10,782,214 |
Literacy | 69.32 % | 63.74 % |
Male Literacy | 78.73 % | 76.06 % |
Female Literacy | 59.24 % | 50.29 % |
Madhya Pradesh Population History
Madhya Pradesh or the central state as the name suggests lies in the centre of the country. This is the second largest state in the country in terms of area and has a rich history and heritage like many other states in the country. Madhya Pradesh Census 2011 has revealed some interesting facts about the state in terms of its population and a variety of other factors. Referred to as the heart of India this is a very beautiful state with some of the most beautiful temples and places of cultural importance. Indore is the capital of the state of Madhya Pradesh and the state also has the city of Ujjain which is an important city which has great importance due to its reputation as a major trade centre in the 6th century BC.
The Population of Madhya Pradesh according to the 2011 census stands at about 72 million which is not as huge as compared to some of the other big states in the country. This also reflects in the fact that the density of the state is about 230 which is much less than the national average. The state has a growth rate of about 20 percent which is above the national average of about 17 and thus the population of the state is rising considerably given the progress in the state. The literacy rate in the state is about 70% which is very close to the national average but something the state will have to work on to improve in the future. The statistics in the Madhya Pradesh Census 2011 reveal facts that can be taken into consideration by the government in a bid to further its development. One of the other aspects that the state will have to look at is the sex ratio that stands at 930 and below the national average.
Madhya Pradesh Urban/Rural Population
Madhya Pradesh Urban Population
Out of total population of Madhya Pradesh, 27.63% people live in urban regions. The total figure of population living in urban areas is 20,069,405 of which 10,462,918 are males and while remaining 9,606,487 are females. The urban population in the last 10 aas has increased by 27.63 percent.
Sex Ratio in urban regions of Madhya Pradesh was 918 females per 1000 males. For child (0-6) sex ratio the figure for urban region stood at 901 girls per 1000 boys. Total children (0-6 age) living in urban areas of Madhya Pradesh were 2,483,664. Of total population in urban region, 12.38 % were children (0-6).
Average Literacy rate in Madhya Pradesh for Urban regions was 82.85 percent in which males were 88.67% literate while female literacy stood at 69.46%. Total literates in urban region of Madhya Pradesh were 14,569,183.
Madhya Pradesh Rural Population
Of the total population of Madhya Pradesh state, around 72.37 percent live in the villages of rural areas. In actual numbers, males and females were 27,149,388 and 25,408,016 respectively. Total population of rural areas of Madhya Pradesh state was 52,557,404. The population growth rate recorded for this decade (2001-2011) was 72.37%.
In rural regions of Madhya Pradesh state, female sex ratio per 1000 males was 936 while same for the child (0-6 age) was 923 girls per 1000 boys. In Madhya Pradesh, 8,325,731 children (0-6) live in rural areas. Child population forms 15.84 percent of total rural population.
In rural areas of Madhya Pradesh, literacy rate for males and female stood at 74.74 % and 48.49 %. Average literacy rate in Madhya Pradesh for rural areas was 63.94 percent. Total literates in rural areas were 28,281,986.
Madhya Pradesh Metropolitan/City Population
Big Cities | Population | Male | Female |
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Indore Municipal Corporation | 1,964,086 | 1,020,057 | 944,029 |
Bhopal Municipal Corporation | 1,798,218 | 936,168 | 862,050 |
Gwalior Municipal Corporation | 1,069,276 | 569,003 | 500,273 |
Jabalpur Municipal Corporation | 1,055,525 | 545,510 | 510,015 |
Ujjain Municipal Corporation | 515,215 | 264,871 | 250,344 |
Dewas Municipal Corporation | 289,550 | 150,081 | 139,469 |
Satna Municipal Corporation | 280,222 | 147,874 | 132,348 |
Sagar Municipal Corporation | 273,296 | 142,766 | 130,530 |
Ratlam Municipal Corporation | 264,914 | 134,915 | 129,999 |
Rewa Municipal Corporation | 235,654 | 124,012 | 111,642 |
Large Metropolitan Region | Population | Male | Female |
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Indore | 2,170,295 | 1,127,910 | 1,042,385 |
Bhopal | 1,886,100 | 981,860 | 904,240 |
Jabalpur | 1,268,848 | 661,436 | 607,412 |
Gwalior | 1,117,740 | 596,697 | 521,043 |