World muslim population: Islam is the second largest religion in the world and today it contains about 25% of the world’s population in its followers. The Muslim population is not only limited to Middle-East and Asia, but it is also widely spread in areas like Europe, Africa and America.

According to the reports of institutions like the United Nations and Pu Research Center, the fastest growth in the Muslim population will be seen in the coming decades, which is estimated that it could become the largest religious community in the world by 2050.

Let us now know about the 10 countries of the world where the number of Muslims is the highest. Some countries are expected in this list, but some shocking people. The population figures below are of the World Population Review.

1. Indonesia (Indonesia)

Indonesia is the largest Muslim country in the world. More than 24 crore Muslims live here, which is about 88.25% of the total population of the country. The arrival of Islam in Indonesia took place through trade routes and gradually it became the main culture there.

2. Pakistan (Pakistan)

More than 24 crore Muslims live in Pakistan, which is about 96% of the population. This country is an Islamic republic and the constitution here recognizes Islam as state religion. Both Sunni and Shia communities live in Pakistan.

3. India (India)

The number of Muslim population in India is about 20 crores. This number comes third in the world, even if India is a secular nation. The cultural diversity of Muslims is high here. They are an important part of the social, political and economic structure of the country.

4. Bangladesh (Bangladesh)

About 91% of the total population of Bangladesh is Muslim. More than 15 crore Muslims live here. Bangladesh has a deep connection between Islam, culture and tradition.

5. Nigeria (Nigeria)

Nigeria is the largest Muslim country in the African continent. Muslims are majority in the northern and western regions of the country. Overall, more than 9 crore Muslims live here. This is 48.5 percent of the total number.

6. Egypt (Egypt)

Egypt is considered to be the center of Islamic history and education. It is famous worldwide due to prestigious institutions like Al-Azhar University. There are about 9 crore Muslims in Egypt, which is about 94.74% of the total population.

7. Turkey

There are more than 8 crore to 40 lakh Muslims in the Turki. The Turkas have ancient history of Islam and it has been the center of Khalifa rule in the past. The total Muslim population here is 98.14 percent.

8. Iran (Iran)

Iran is a Shia -dominated Muslim country and there are more than 8 crore 25 lakh Muslims here. The history of Iran is deeply associated with the Islamic revolution and Shia ideology. Muslim population is 99 percent of the total population.

9. China (China)

China has a population of 5 crore in the world’s second largest population country, China. Muslims living here are called Uygar. There are many types of restrictions on the Muslims here, such as a ban on reading Quran. It is also forbidden to keep a beard. The number of Muslims living here is just 3.6 percent.

10. Algeria (Algeria)

About 4 crore 37 lakh Muslims live in Algeria. This country is located in North Africa and Islam is the main religion here. The constitution here also recognizes Islam as government religion. The total population of Muslims in Algeria is 99 percent.

Muslim population in india: American research firm Pew Research published a report in 2015, which estimated that by 2050 it would be the world’s largest Muslim population in India. According to the report, by 2050, the total population of India will be around 166 crores. Hindu population can reach 1.3 billion and Muslim population 31 crore. By this time, 11 percent of the world’s total Muslim population is in India alone. However, Indonesia currently has the largest Muslim population in the world. But according to Pew Research, by 2050, India can become the largest Muslim-bound country in the world, which is estimated to be 7 times more than today.

Between 2001 and 2011, the population in India has increased very fast. During this period, the total population of India has increased by 17.7%. The fastest Muslim population has increased by 25 percent in this. This figure was the highest among all communities. The pace of increasing Hindu population recorded less than 17 percent. From 1951 to 2011, the Muslim population increased by 386 percent, which increased from 3.54 crores to 17.22 crore. The Hindu population increased by 218 percent. The number increased from 30.35 crores to 96.62 crore in 2011, while the Sikh population increased 235 and Christian population 232 percent.

Is the population of Muslims growing rapidly with Hindus?
According to the growth rate, the population of Muslims has increased rapidly, but it is also worth noting that the fertility rate (birth rate) has declined. In 1992-93, the fertility rate of Hindu women was 3.3, while Muslim women had 4.4 percent. In 2022, the fertility rate in Hindu women was 1.9, while Muslim women were 2.3. However, in the last 30 years, the rate of giving birth to a child in Muslim women has reduced by 47 percent and 42 percent of Hindu women. Despite this, the birth rate of Muslims is still higher than Hindus.

Let us know that at present, the total population of the world is 800 crores. In this, 200 crore people are going to believe in the religion of Islam. The main reason for this is that 57 countries in the whole world are Muslim, where people who believe in Islamic religion live.

Muslim population in America: The total population of the world is 800 crores. Out of this, the population of Muslims is crossing 200 crores. The main reason for this is that there are a total of 57 such countries in the world, which are completely Islamic. However, despite this, the number of Muslims in many countries is increasing today. The Pew Research Center has released a report, according to which the population of Muslims is going to increase very fast in the next 5 years in the US.

According to the report, by 2030, people who believe in Islamic religion in the US will be 6.2 million (62 lakh). The population of Muslims is going to grow rapidly not only in America but also in Canada Argentina, Brazil and Venezuella.

According to the report of the Pew Research Center, the number of Muslims in the US in the year 2010 was 26 lakhs, but the same figure is going to touch 62 lakhs in the next just 5 years i.e. in 2030. This increase is mainly due to immigration and more fertility rates than the average of American Muslims. The population of Muslims in Canada, Argentina, Brazil and Venezuella is going to be 26 lakh, 12 lakh, 2 lakh 27 thousand and 1 lakh 21 thousand in the year 2030.

Major reasons for Muslim population growth
Immigration: The number of immigrants coming from Muslim countries has increased continuously in the last few years in many countries including America, Canada. This trend is expected to continue further. Especially the number of Muslim immigrants coming from South Asian, Middle East and African countries has increased.

High fertility rate: More than the average fertility rate in the Muslim community is also one of the main causes of population growth. Muslim families often have more children than other communities, which are raising the Muslim population rapidly.

Places in global context of Muslim population by 2030
By 2030, America can become a 43rd largest Muslim population country in the world, while in 2010 it was ranked 55th. This increase can bring it closer to the Muslim population of European countries like France and Russia. By 2030, the number of Muslims in the US may be the highest after Russia (19 million) and France (6.9 million), while the United Kingdom and Germany are estimated to be around 5.6 million Muslims respectively.

Muslims part in the total population of America
In 2010, Muslims were about 0.8 percent of the total population of America, but by 2030 this percentage is expected to increase by 1.7 percent. According to this growing trend, Muslims can become as large part in the US population as Jewish or Episcopelian (Anglican Church). For example, according to the 2007 Pu forum survey, Jews represents 1.7 percent of the US adult population, while Episcopelians are 1.4 percent.

Future of American Muslim society
The development of the Muslim community in America is going to be important not only in terms of population but also from the point of view of social and cultural influence. The Muslim community’s contribution to the society will increase and they will further strengthen their presence in various fields.

World Muslim Population in 2030: By 2030, a significant increase in Muslim population worldwide is expected. In view of the current situation, by 2030, there will be more than one million Muslim residents in 79 countries, which will be a big change compared to today’s 72 countries. Most Muslims (about 60 per cent) of the world will remain in the Asia-Pacific region, while about 20 per cent will settle in Middle East and North Africa, which is still the same today. Meanwhile, part of the Muslims of the world is likely to grow in sub-city Africa, where the number of Muslims in countries like Nigeria will be more than Egypt.

There are many major reasons behind this change, such as fertility rates, immigration, and better health services result in infant mortality. By 2030, most Muslims of the world will remain in the Asia-Pacific region. The region will see an increase in the number of major Muslim population countries like Indonesia, Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh. In particular, Pakistan can become the largest Muslim-dominated country, leaving behind Indonesia.

Population growth due to youth population
The main reason for Muslim population growth in Asia-Pacific regions is high fertility rate. In addition, the youth population here is entering the main breeding years, which is speeding up the pace of population growth. Due to improvement in better health facilities and economic conditions in Muslim-majority countries, infant mortality has also declined, which further promotes population growth.

Muslim population growth in Europe and America
By 2030, there will also be an increase in Muslim population in Europe and America, although these areas will remain minority for the Muslim population. In Europe, share of Muslim population will increase from 6 per cent of 2010 to 8 per cent in 2030. In particular, this growth will be high in western and northern Europe, where Muslim population can reach double digits (percent) in many countries.

In the United Kingdom, by 2030 the Muslim population will be 8.2% of the total population, which is more than 4.6% in 2010 today. This number in France will increase from 7.5 percent to 10.3 percent today. The Muslim population in Austria is expected to reach 9.3%, which is much higher than in 2010.

Muslim population in America too
In America too, the Muslim population will be more than doubled. Increased from 2.6 million in 2010 to 6.2 million in 2030, it is expected to reach 6.2 million. The major reason for this growth is immigration and high fertility rate of Muslims. Thus, the percentage of Muslims in the total population of America will increase from 0.8% in 2010 to 1.7% in 2030.

Increase in Muslim population in sub-city Africa
There will also be an increase in Muslim population in sub-Sahara Africa. The number of Muslims in Nigeria may exceed Egypt by 2030. The part of the population of Muslims in this region is expected to increase rapidly, which is more than other countries in the region.

Muslim population due to growth
Many factors are responsible for the growth of Muslim population worldwide:

Fertility rate: The Muslim population consists of more children per woman, which makes their growth rate higher than non-Muslim population.
Immigration: People from many Muslim countries are migrating to other areas, especially in areas like Europe and America. This immigration is a major factor of Muslim population growth.
Better Health Services: The improvement of health services in Muslim-majority countries has reduced infant mortality, which has further strengthened population growth.
Youth Population: The youth population of Muslim countries will enter the main reproductive age in the coming years, which will ensure that their population will increase rapidly.