Jul 12, 2024, 11:35 PM IST

5 Indian states where population is growing much faster

Pavan Naidu

Last year, India had overtaken China as the most populous country in the world.

The country's overall population is on the rise, with particular states witnessing a significant surge in their population numbers.

Here are five states with high fertility rates.

Bihar fertility rate - 3

Meghalaya fertility rate - 2.9

Uttar Pradesh fertility rate - 2.4

Jharkhand fertility rate - 2.3

Manipur fertility rate - 2.2

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