Brace yourselves because these Sharjah-related stats will blow your mind! You may have noticed that it’s getting a bit tight in the emirate and it almost seems more crowded, somehow. No, it’s not just you! The population of Sharjah has increased.

According to the recently released preliminary results from the Sharjah 2022 census, the population of this bustling emirate has skyrocketed by a whopping 22% in just a few short years

We’re talking about a rise from 1.4 million in 2015 to a staggering 1.8 million people in the present day. It’s like Sharjah is competing with the big cities now, and everyone wants a piece of the action.

 

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Even the workforce has seen a whopping 61% increase… so has the education system

But wait, there’s more! The Department of Statistics and Community Development in Sharjah (DSCD) has also revealed that a whopping 61% of the emirate’s population is now part of the active workforce. That’s right, folks. We’re talking about a mind-boggling increase from 856,000 hardworking individuals in 2015 to a staggering 1.1 million in 2022. It looks like Sharjah is not just a place to live but also a thriving hub of economic activity.

Now, let’s delve into the specifics of this population explosion. The census has shed light on some fascinating facts about the distribution of residents across Sharjah. Sharjah City takes the crown with a whopping 1.6 million individuals calling it home. But let’s not forget about the other towns that are rapidly growing too. Khorfakkan boasts 53,000 residents, Kalba has a population of 51,000, Al Dhaid is home to 33,000 folks, Al Hamriyah has 19,000 residents, and Al Madam isn’t far behind with 18,000 residents. Even Dibba Al-Hisn has experienced a significant population boost, with a current count of 15,000 residents. And we can’t ignore Al Bataeh and Mleiha, which are both bustling with 7,000 and 6,000 residents, respectively.

But it’s not just about the numbers. Education is also flourishing in Sharjah. The census has revealed that the number of students enrolled in various educational institutions across the emirate has jumped by an impressive 23%. That’s an increase from 253,000 eager learners to an impressive 310,000.

So, there you have it, folks. Sharjah is experiencing a population explosion like no other. The numbers are staggering, the workforce is booming, and education is on the rise.

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