Muslim Population Map in Asia by Country

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Islam in Asia: Islam in Asia began in the 7th century, during the lifetime of Muhammad. In 2020, the total number of Muslim population in Asia will be about 1.3 billion, making it the largest religion on the continent. Asia has the world’s largest Muslim population in absolute terms, with about 62% of the world’s Muslims living there. Pakistan has 241 million Muslims, Indonesia 236 million, India 200 million and Bangladesh 151 million, making these countries home to the largest Muslim populations in the world. On this page you can find statistical information on the density of the Muslim population on the map.

Asia Muslim Population Map in the World

World map showing Asia’s Muslim population density by percentage with varying shades of green.

This map illustrates the Muslim population distribution in Asia and its neighboring regions. The percentage of Muslims by country is represented with a gradient of green shades, highlighting areas with high to low Muslim density. It provides an insightful look at the global distribution of Muslim communities.

Muslim Population in Southeast Asia (2020)

Map of Muslim population in Southeast Asia (2020), showing percentages by country.

A detailed map displaying the Muslim population across Southeast Asia in 2020. Highlights include Indonesia with 229.62M Muslims (87%), Malaysia with 22.07M (66%), and Brunei with 75%. Smaller Muslim populations in countries like Thailand (6%) and the Philippines (6%) are also shown.

Muslim Population Density in Asia

Map of Muslim population density across Asia, categorized by percentages.

A comprehensive map showing the density of Muslim populations in Asia. Dark green areas represent regions with 80-100% Muslim populations, while lighter shades indicate lower percentages. The map highlights the concentration of Muslims in countries such as Indonesia, Pakistan and the Middle East.

Muslim Population Density in South Asia by Districts

Map of Muslim population density in South Asia categorized by districts and percentages.

A detailed map showing the distribution of Muslim populations across South Asian districts. Dark red indicates regions with over 99% Muslim populations, while lighter shades and blues represent areas with lower percentages. Highlights include high concentrations in Pakistan and Bangladesh.

Muslim Population Distribution in South Asia

Map showing Muslim population distribution in South Asia with percentage ranges.

A regional map of South Asia highlighting areas by Muslim population density in percentage ranges. Dark green indicates regions with 90-100% Muslim populations, while lighter shades represent lower percentages, showing prominent Muslim-majority areas in Pakistan and Bangladesh.

Distribution of Islamic Schools of Thought in Asia

Map showing the distribution of Sunni and Shia Islamic schools of thought across Asia.

This map illustrates the distribution of Sunni (Hanafi, Hanbali, Maliki, Shafi’i) and Shia (Ismaili, Jafari, Zaidi) Islamic schools in Asia, along with other groups such as Ibadi and non-denominational Muslims. It highlights the diverse religious landscape across the continent.

Islam in Russia by Regions

Map showing the distribution of Muslim-majority regions in Russia.

This map highlights the regions of Russia with significant Muslim populations, particularly in the North Caucasus and Volga regions. It provides an overview of the geographical areas where Islam is prevalent in the Russian Federation.

Muslim Population Density Map in Russia

Map showing Muslim population density across Russia by region in 2021.

This map illustrates the density of Muslim populations in different regions of Russia, based on the 2021 census. It highlights areas with traditionally Muslim ethnicities, including Tatars, Chechens, Bashkirs and others, and shows their distribution across the country.

Muslim Population Density Across Indian States (2001 Census)

A map of India displaying the percentage of Muslim population by state based on the 2001 Census.

Darker shades of green represent higher Muslim population densities, with Jammu and Kashmir having the highest percentage (60-70%). Other regions vary, with lighter shades indicating lower percentages of Muslims in different states.

India’s Muslim Population Distribution by District

Map of India’s Muslim population by district, shaded by population density.

This map shows the distribution of India’s Muslim population across districts. Different shades represent varying population densities, with darker shades indicating higher numbers of Muslims in the area. The map helps to illustrate regional concentrations and diversity within India’s Muslim population.

India’s Muslim Population Distribution by District

Map of India’s Muslim population by district, shaded by population density

This map shows the distribution of India’s Muslim population across districts. Different shades represent varying population densities, with darker shades indicating higher numbers of Muslims in the area. The map helps to illustrate regional concentrations and diversity within India’s Muslim population.

Muslim Population Map in Asia

Muslim Population Map in Asia

Asia’s Top 10 Muslim Populations

This bar chart shows Top 10 countries in Asia By Muslim population.

Asia is home to the largest Muslim populations in the world, with Pakistan leading the way with 240.76 million, followed closely by Indonesia with 236 million and India with 200 million. Bangladesh has 150.8 million Muslims, while Iran has 82.5 million and China 50 million. Iraq, Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia and Uzbekistan complete the top 10, demonstrating the vast Islamic demographic of the region.