Muzaffarpur City and District Population
Muzaffarpur is a city in the Indian state of Bihar. It is the fourth-largest city in the state situated on the banks of the Burhi Gandak River and is known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and agricultural activities. The city has several educational institutions, including the prestigious Bihar Agriculture University, which is one of the oldest and top-ranked agricultural universities in India. Muzaffarpur is known for its famous Shahi Litchi, a sweet and juicy fruit that is grown in abundance in the region. The city has many historic and cultural sites, including the Baba Garibnath Temple, Ram Chandra Shahi Museum, and Jubba Sahni Park.
As per provisional reports of Census India, the population of Muzaffarpur City in 2011 was 351,838 (3.52 Lakh) and its Estimated population in 2026 is 5.30 Lakh
Estiamted Population of Muzaffarpur in 2026 - 5.30 Lakh
Let’s have a look at the last census figures held in the year 2011.
| Muzaffarpur City | Census 2011 |
| Total Population | 351,838 ( 3.52 lakh) |
| Male Population | 186,145 |
| Female Population | 165,693 |
| Density of Population | 3784 per sq. km |
| Average Literacy (%) | 85.16 % |
| % of Male Literates | 88.83 % |
| % of Female Literates | 81.05% |
| Sex Ratio | 890 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 897 |
| Children (0-6 years) | 42,276 |
| Boys (0-6yrs) | 22,287 |
| Girls (0-6 Yrs) | 19,989 |
Sources: Census 2011
Census 2011 Details
As per provisional reports of Census India, the population of Muzaffarpur City in 2011 was 351,838 (3.52 Lakhs) of which the male population was 186,145 and the female population was 165,693
DENSITY
The initial provisional data released by census India 2011, shows that the density of Muzaffarpur for 2011 is 3784 people per sq. km. The Muzaffarpur city administers area is 93 sq. km
LITERACY RATE
The average literacy rate of Muzaffarpur City in 2011 was 85.16 %. If things are looked at gender-wise, male and female literacy was 88.83 % and 81.05%. respectively. The total literate in Muzaffarpur city was 263,638 of which 145,548 are males while 118,090 are females.
SEX RATIO
With regards to the Sex Ratio in Muzaffarpur, it stood at 890 per 1000 males. The average national sex ratio in India is 940 as per the latest reports of the Census 2011 Directorate. In the 2011 census, the child sex ratio was 897 girls per 1000 boys
CHILD POPULATION
In census enumeration, data regarding children under 0-6 age were also collected. There were a total of 42,276 children under the age of 0-6 years. Of the total 22,287 are boys while 19,989 are girls. The child Sex Ratio as per the census 2011 was 897. In 2011, Children under 0-6 formed 12 % of the total population of Muzaffarpur City.
Muzaffarpur District Population
Muzaffarpur District is one of the thirty-eight districts of Bihar state, India. Muzaffarpur district is part of and also the headquarters of Tirhut Division. As per census 2011, Muzaffarpur district population is 4,801,062 (4.80 Lakhs) of which 2,527,497 are males and 2,273,565 are females. The literacy rate is 63.43% and the Male-Female Sex ratio is 900. The child sex ratio is 915.
Estimated Population of Muzaffarpur District in 2026 is 64 Lakh.
| Muzaffarpur District | Census 2011 |
| Total Population | 4,801,062 (48 Lakh) |
| Male Population | 2,527,497 |
| Female Population | 2,273,565 |
| District Area | 3,172 sq. km. |
| Density of Population | 1,514 per sq. km |
| Average Literacy (%) | 63.43% |
| Sex Ratio | 900 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 915 |
Source: Census 2011
