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According to allcitypopulation, the population of Chad is estimated to be about 15.4 million people, with an average annual growth rate of 2.8%. The majority of the population resides in the southern and western regions of the country, with the largest cities being N’Djamena, Moundou, Sarh, and Abéché. The official language is French, although there are over 120 different ethnic groups that speak their own native languages. The major religions are Islam (51%), Christianity (35%), and animism (14%). Chad’s population is predominantly rural, with over 70% living in rural areas. The median age of the population is 18 years old, which is one of the youngest populations in Africa. Education levels are relatively low; only 41% of adults have completed primary school education and just 10% have attained secondary schooling or higher. This has a direct effect on literacy rates in Chad; only 28% of adults are literate and this number drops to 17% for women. Poverty remains a major issue in Chad; nearly two-thirds of the population lives below the poverty line and many lack access to basic services such as healthcare, education, and clean drinking water. See ejinhua for Chad Population and Language.