Guntur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Guntur District has a population of 48.88 Lac (48,87,813) with 24.41 Lac (24,40,521) males and 24.47 Lac (24,47,292) females.The sex ratio in Guntur is 1003, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Guntur District is 4.96 Lac (4,95,729) which is 10.14% of Guntur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Guntur District is 946 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Guntur District is listed as part of ANDHRA PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Guntur Population Census 2011
- Guntur Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- Population Projections Up to 2036
Guntur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Guntur District current estimated population is projected to be 52.47 Lac (52,47,336), indicating a 7.36% increased from Guntur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 26.15 Lac, and the estimated female population is 26.33 Lac.
Guntur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Guntur District estimated population is projected to be 52.65 Lac (52,65,400), projecting a 7.73% increased from Guntur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 26.23 Lac, and the estimated female population is 26.42 Lac.
Guntur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Guntur District, with a total Hindu population of 42.18 Lac (42,17,597), accounting for 86.29% of the Guntur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 21.07 Lac (21,07,089), and the Hindu female population is around 21.11 Lac (21,10,508).
Guntur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Guntur District, with a total Muslim population of 5.60 Lac (5,59,770), accounting for 11.45% of the Guntur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.80 Lac (2,79,693), and the Muslim female population is around 2.80 Lac (2,80,077).
Guntur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 42,17,597 | 86.29% |
| Muslim | 5,59,770 | 11.45% |
| Christian | 89,763 | 1.84% |
| Religion not stated | 15,982 | 0.33% |
| Jain | 3,282 | 0.07% |
| Sikh | 764 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 332 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 323 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGuntur Urban Population
The Urban population of Guntur District is 16.53 Lac (16,52,738), with 8.19 Lac (8,19,030) being males and 8.34 Lac (8,33,708) being females, making up 33.81% of the Guntur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1018 females for every 1000 males.
Guntur Rural Population
The Rural population of Guntur District is 32.35 Lac (32,35,075), with 16.21 Lac (16,21,491) being males and 16.14 Lac (16,13,584) being females, making up 66.19% of the Guntur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 996 females for every 1000 males.
Guntur Literacy Rate
Guntur District has a literacy rate of 67.4% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Guntur District is 74.79 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Guntur District is 60.09 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Guntur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 78.03%, while in the rural regions of Guntur District, it is around 61.95%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Guntur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67.4 | 74.79 | 60.09 |
| Urban Area | 78.03 | 83.97 | 72.25 |
| Rural Area | 61.95 | 70.14 | 53.77 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Guntur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 67.43 | 74.72 | 60.2 |
| Muslim | 65.64 | 74.11 | 57.23 |
| Christian | 75.65 | 80.97 | 70.7 |
| Religion not stated | 68.78 | 77.9 | 60.44 |
Guntur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Guntur District is 9.57 Lac (9,57,407) with 4.76 Lac (4,76,333) males and 4.81 Lac (4,81,074) females, which is 19.59% of Guntur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1010 females for every 1000 males.
Guntur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Guntur District is 2.47 Lac (2,47,089) with 1.25 Lac (1,25,105) males and 1.22 Lac (1,21,984) females, which is 5.06% of Guntur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 976 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Guntur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1003 |
| Urban Area | 1018 |
| Rural Area | 996 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Guntur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1002 |
| Muslim | 1002 |
| Christian | 1064 |
| Religion not stated | 1065 |
Guntur Area & Households
The Total Area of Guntur District is 11,391 Square KM, with a population density of 429 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Guntur District are 14 and the Total Number of Villages in Guntur District are 712.The Total Number of households in Guntur District are 12.97 Lac(12,96,609).
Guntur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Guntur District, there are about 23.82 Lac (23,81,624) workers, making up nearly 48.73% of the Guntur District total population. Out of these, around 14.42 Lac (14,42,370) are male workers, and about 9.39 Lac (9,39,254) are female workers.
Guntur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Guntur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 11,33,968, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 48,87,813 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 22.23% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 14.31%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Guntur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 11,33,968 to 48,87,813.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 22.23%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 11.34 Lac | ----- | ----- | 5.74 Lac | 5.60 Lac |
| 1911 | 12.99 Lac | 1.65 Lac | 14.57616088 | 6.57 Lac | 6.42 Lac |
| 1921 | 13.85 Lac | 85.79 k | 6.603235542 | 6.99 Lac | 6.86 Lac |
| 1931 | 15.63 Lac | 1.78 Lac | 12.85477059 | 7.91 Lac | 7.72 Lac |
| 1941 | 17.56 Lac | 1.93 Lac | 12.3403248 | 8.92 Lac | 8.64 Lac |
| 1951 | 19.75 Lac | 2.19 Lac | 12.49491739 | 10.01 Lac | 9.75 Lac |
| 1961 | 23.27 Lac | 3.52 Lac | 17.81167817 | 11.78 Lac | 11.50 Lac |
| 1971 | 28.44 Lac | 5.17 Lac | 22.22549743 | 14.41 Lac | 14.03 Lac |
| 1981 | 34.35 Lac | 5.90 Lac | 20.75016664 | 17.41 Lac | 16.94 Lac |
| 1991 | 41.07 Lac | 6.72 Lac | 19.57289727 | 20.84 Lac | 20.23 Lac |
| 2001 | 44.65 Lac | 3.58 Lac | 8.720357614 | 22.50 Lac | 22.15 Lac |
| 2011 | 48.88 Lac | 4.23 Lac | 9.465965711 | 24.41 Lac | 24.47 Lac |
Guntur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 52.47 Lac (52,47,336) | 7.36% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 52.65 Lac (52,65,400) | 7.73% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 52.78 Lac (52,78,261) | 7.99% | 0.26 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 52.87 Lac (52,87,392) | 8.17% | 0.18 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 52.97 Lac (52,96,620) | 8.36% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 53.06 Lac (53,05,751) | 8.55% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 53.15 Lac (53,14,881) | 8.74% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 53.20 Lac (53,19,594) | 8.83% | 0.09 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 53.21 Lac (53,21,066) | 8.86% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 53.23 Lac (53,22,637) | 8.9% | 0.04 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 53.24 Lac (53,24,110) | 8.93% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 53.26 Lac (53,25,582) | 8.96% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 53.27 Lac (53,27,153) | 8.99% | 0.03 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Guntur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 53.27 Lac (53,27,153), with a male population of 26.46 Lac (26,45,685) and a female population of 26.82 Lac (26,81,554). This reflects a total growth of 8.99% from Guntur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.14%.