Quick Facts — Set 2
Bihar GK · त्वरित तथ्य · Questions 11–20 of 50
According to the 2011 Census, Bihar holds what percentage of India's total population?
Correct Answer: B. 8.60%
According to the 2011 Census, Bihar accounts for 8.60% of India's total population. It is the third most populous state in the country after Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra. This high percentage highlights the state's demographic significance.
What is the sex ratio of Bihar as per the 2011 Census?
Correct Answer: D. 918
The sex ratio of Bihar is 918 females per 1000 males according to the 2011 Census. This figure was slightly lower than the national average of 943. Gopalganj district has the highest sex ratio in the state.
What is the Child Sex Ratio (0-6 years) in Bihar as per Census 2011?
Correct Answer: A. 935
The Child Sex Ratio in Bihar is 935 girls per 1000 boys for the 0-6 age group. This figure is slightly better than the overall sex ratio of the state. It reflects the demographic trends among the younger population.
What was the decadal population growth rate of Bihar between 2001 and 2011?
Correct Answer: C. 25.4%
The decadal population growth rate of Bihar from 2001 to 2011 was 25.4%. This was significantly higher than the national average growth rate of 17.7%. Madhepura district recorded the highest growth rate during this period.
What is the overall literacy rate of Bihar as per Census 2011?
Correct Answer: B. 61.80%
The overall literacy rate of Bihar is 61.80% according to the 2011 Census. This marked an improvement over the 2001 census figures but remained the lowest among Indian states. Efforts have since been made to increase enrollment and education.
What is the male literacy rate in Bihar (Census 2011)?
Correct Answer: D. 71.20%
The male literacy rate in Bihar is 71.20% as per the 2011 Census. There is a notable gap between male and female literacy rates in the state. Rohtas district has the highest male literacy in Bihar.
What is the female literacy rate in Bihar (Census 2011)?
Correct Answer: A. 51.50%
The female literacy rate in Bihar stands at 51.50% based on the 2011 Census. This is significantly lower than the male literacy rate. Promoting girls' education remains a primary focus of state government schemes.
Which district has the highest literacy rate in Bihar?
Correct Answer: C. Rohtas
Rohtas district has the highest literacy rate in Bihar at approximately 73.37%. It tops the list for both male and female literacy categories in the state. Patna follows closely behind in literacy rankings.
Which district has the lowest literacy rate in Bihar?
Correct Answer: B. Purnia
Purnia district recorded the lowest literacy rate in Bihar in the 2011 Census. Its literacy rate was approximately 51.08%. This region requires focused educational interventions to improve these statistics.
Which district in Bihar has the highest sex ratio?
Correct Answer: D. Gopalganj
Gopalganj has the highest sex ratio in Bihar with 1021 females per 1000 males. It is one of the few districts where females outnumber males. This is often attributed to high male migration for work.