Gopalganj, Bihar, is an area of 2, 033 sq km with a population of 2.56 million in 2011, which the district administration estimates will be around 3.16 million by 2025. With 1, 021 females per 1, 000 males, it boasts the highest sex ratio in the entire state of Bihar. The district is predominantly rural (93.65%) and comprises 14 blocks, more than 1, 500 villages, and 5 towns. The literacy rate stands at 65.47% and a little higher figure is anticipated for 2025.
Quick Overview of Gopalganj District (2021/2025 Projection & 2011 Census)
- District: Gopalganj, Bihar
- Area: 2,033 sq km
- Headquarters: Gopalganj
- Population (2011): 2,562,012 (Male: 1,267,666 | Female: 1,294,346)
- Estimated Population (2025): 3,100,000 – 3,162,548
- Population Density (2011): 1,260 per sq km
- Sex Ratio (2011): 1,021 females per 1000 males (highest in Bihar)
- Child Sex Ratio (0-6): 954 girls per 1000 boys
- Literacy Rate (2011): 65.47% (Male: 76.51%, Female: 54.81%)
- SC population: 12.49% | ST population: 2.37%
- Urban population: 6.35% | Rural: 93.65%
- Number of Households (2011): 413,044 – 411,930
- Blocks/Subdistricts: 14 | Villages: 1,534–1,566 | Towns: 5 (4 municipalities + Hathua census town)
- Highest sex ratio among all districts of Bihar
Historical & Projected Population (1901–2036)
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|
| 1901 | 628,381 | - | - | 286,000 | 343,000 |
| 1911 | 597,141 | -31,240 | -4.97% | 278,000 | 320,000 |
| 1921 | 610,307 | +13,166 | +2.20% | 295,000 | 315,000 |
| 1931 | 648,526 | +38,219 | +6.26% | 318,000 | 330,000 |
| 1941 | 746,012 | +97,486 | +15.03% | 358,000 | 388,000 |
| 1951 | 822,854 | +76,842 | +10.30% | 404,000 | 419,000 |
| 1961 | 926,736 | +103,882 | +12.62% | 442,000 | 485,000 |
| 1971 | 1,107,464 | +180,728 | +19.50% | 549,000 | 559,000 |
| 1981 | 1,362,123 | +254,659 | +22.99% | 679,000 | 683,000 |
| 1991 | 1,704,310 | +342,187 | +25.12% | 866,000 | 838,000 |
| 2001 | 2,152,638 | +448,328 | +26.30% | 1,075,710 | 1,076,928 |
| 2011 | 2,562,012 | +409,374 | +19.02% | 1,267,666 | 1,294,346 |
| Year | Estimated Population | Growth % (since 2011) |
|---|
| 2025 | 3,100,000 – 3,162,548 | 24.9% |
| 2031 | 3,200,000 – 3,453,819 | 34.8% |
| 2036 | 3,637,194 | 42.0% |
Urban & Rural, Households, City/Town Stats (2011)
| Urban | Rural | Total |
| Population | 162,805 | 2,399,207 | 2,562,012 |
| Male Population | 82,699 | 1,184,967 | 1,267,666 |
| Female Population | 80,106 | 1,214,240 | 1,294,346 |
| Sex Ratio | 969 | 1,025 | 1,021 |
| Child Sex Ratio (0-6) | 943 | 955 | 954 |
| Child Population (0-6) | 25,741 | 423,789 | 449,530 |
| Child % (0-6) | 15.81% | 17.66% | 17.55% |
| Number of Households | 411,930 – 413,044 |
| Number of Villages | 1,534 – 1,566 |
City List & Population
| City Name | Type | Population 2011 |
|---|
| Gopalganj | Nagar Parishad | 67,339 |
| Kataiya | Nagar Panchayat | 20,193 |
| Mirganj | Nagar Panchayat | 26,240 |
| Barauli | Nagar Panchayat | 41,877 |
| Hathua (Census Town) | Census Town | Population not listed as census town figure |
List of Subdivisions, Blocks, Villages
- Subdivisions: 2 (Gopalganj, Hathua)
- Blocks (14): Baikunthpur, Barauli, Bhore/Bhorey, Bijaipur, Gopalganj, Hathua, Katiya, Kuchaikote, Manjha, Pachdeuri, Phulwaria, Sidhwalia, Thawe, Uchkagaon
- Villages: 1,534–1,566 (234 Gram Panchayats)
| Block | Area (sq km) | Population 2011 |
|---|
| Baikunthpur | 204.11 | 217,165 |
| Barauli | 184.38 | 263,876 |
| Gopalganj | 195.47 | 219,527 |
| Kuchaikote | 251.43 | 332,041 |
| Manjha | 141.47 | 199,452 |
| Thawe | 69.99 | 116,106 |
| Sidhwalia | 120.13 | 141,563 |
| Bhorey | 147.73 | 178,199 |
| Hathua | 146.65 | 221,804 |
| Kateya | 126.17 | 130,830 |
| Panchdeuri | 92.82 | 99,933 |
| Phulwariya | 95.56 | 130,801 |
| Uchkagaon | 113.29 | 177,677 |
| Vijayipur | 130.40 | 133,038 |
Religion-wise Population (2011 & 2025 Estimate)
| Religion | Population 2011 | % (2011) | Population 2025 (Est.) |
| Hindu | 2,119,262 | 82.72% | 2,616,017 |
| Muslim | 436,057 | 17.02% | 538,269 |
| Christian | 2,463 | 0.10% | 3,040 |
| Sikh | 271 | 0.01% | 335 |
| Buddhist | 167 | 0.01% | 206 |
| Jain | 133 | 0.01% | 164 |
| Not Stated | 3,631 | 0.14% | 4,482 |
| Other | 28 | 0.00% | 35 |
| Total | 2,562,012 | 100.0% | 3,162,548 |
| Religion | Sex Ratio | Avg Literacy Rate | Male Literacy | Female Literacy |
|---|
| Hindu | 1,014 | 65.05% | 76.3% | 54.1% |
| Muslim | 1,058 | 67.46% | 77.56% | 58.09% |
| Christian | 1,033 | 64.69% | 73.94% | 55.89% |
| Religion not stated | 1,005 | 71.72% | 80.26% | 63.49% |
SC/ST/Caste-wise Population (2011)
| Caste | Total | Male | Female | % of Population | Sex Ratio |
| Scheduled Caste | 320,064 | 159,265 | 160,799 | 12.49% | 1,010 |
| Scheduled Tribe | 60,807 | 29,833 | 30,974 | 2.37% | 1,039 |
Sex Ratio & Child Sex Ratio (Area, Caste, Religion)
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|
| Total | 1,021 |
| Urban Area | 969 |
| Rural Area | 1,025 |
| SC | 1,010 |
| ST | 1,039 |
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|
| Hindu | 1,014 |
| Muslim | 1,058 |
| Christian | 1,033 |
| Religion not stated | 1,005 |
Literacy Rate (Overall, Urban/Rural, Religion, 2011)
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
| Total | 65.47% | 76.51% | 54.81% |
| Urban Area | 75.1% | 82.97% | 67.01% |
| Rural Area | 64.8% | 76.05% | 53.99% |
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|
| Hindu | 65.05% | 76.3% | 54.1% |
| Muslim | 67.46% | 77.56% | 58.09% |
| Religion not stated | 71.72% | 80.26% | 63.49% |
| Christian | 64.69% | 73.94% | 55.89% |
Child Population (0-6 years, 2011)
| Total | Male | Female | % of Population | Child Sex Ratio |
| Gopalganj |
449,530 |
230,014 |
219,516 |
17.55% |
954 |
Workforce Details (2011)
| Work Profile | Total | Male | Female |
|---|
| Main Workers | 363,111 | 300,336 | 62,775 |
| Cultivators | 138,969 | 120,197 | 18,772 |