West Godavari Population
As per the 2011 Census, West Godavari District has a population of 39.37 Lac (39,36,966) with 19.65 Lac (19,64,918) males and 19.72 Lac (19,72,048) females.The sex ratio in West Godavari is 1004, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of West Godavari District is 3.83 Lac (3,82,887) which is 9.73% of West Godavari District overall population, Child sex Ratio of West Godavari District is 964 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, West Godavari District is listed as part of ANDHRA PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- West Godavari Population Census 2011
- West Godavari 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
West Godavari Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, West Godavari District current estimated population is projected to be 42.27 Lac (42,26,549), indicating a 7.36% increased from West Godavari's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 21.05 Lac, and the estimated female population is 21.21 Lac.
West Godavari Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, West Godavari District estimated population is projected to be 42.41 Lac (42,41,100), projecting a 7.73% increased from West Godavari's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 21.12 Lac, and the estimated female population is 21.29 Lac.
West Godavari Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in West Godavari District, with a total Hindu population of 37.33 Lac (37,33,191), accounting for 94.82% of the West Godavari District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 18.65 Lac (18,65,076), and the Hindu female population is around 18.68 Lac (18,68,115).
West Godavari Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in West Godavari District, with a total Christian population of 1.09 Lac (1,09,120), accounting for 2.77% of the West Godavari District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 52.74 k (52,743), and the Christian female population is around 56.38 k (56,377).
West Godavari Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 37,33,191 | 94.82% |
| Christian | 1,09,120 | 2.77% |
| Muslim | 86,142 | 2.19% |
| Religion not stated | 6,227 | 0.16% |
| Jain | 1,578 | 0.04% |
| Sikh | 288 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 211 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 209 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationWest Godavari Urban Population
The Urban population of West Godavari District is 8.09 Lac (8,08,777), with 3.98 Lac (3,97,905) being males and 4.11 Lac (4,10,872) being females, making up 20.54% of the West Godavari total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1033 females for every 1000 males.
West Godavari Rural Population
The Rural population of West Godavari District is 31.28 Lac (31,28,189), with 15.67 Lac (15,67,013) being males and 15.61 Lac (15,61,176) being females, making up 79.46% of the West Godavari total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 997 females for every 1000 males.
West Godavari Literacy Rate
West Godavari District has a literacy rate of 74.63% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of West Godavari District is 77.92 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of West Godavari District is 71.36 higher than national average of 64.63%. In West Godavari District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.85%, while in the rural regions of West Godavari District, it is around 72.22%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of West Godavari
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74.63 | 77.92 | 71.36 |
| Urban Area | 83.85 | 87.52 | 80.32 |
| Rural Area | 72.22 | 75.47 | 68.98 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in West Godavari
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 74.46 | 77.74 | 71.2 |
| Christian | 76.09 | 78.96 | 73.44 |
| Muslim | 79.64 | 84.01 | 75.37 |
| Religion not stated | 77.06 | 82.69 | 71.57 |
West Godavari Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in West Godavari District is 8.12 Lac (8,11,698) with 4.04 Lac (4,03,693) males and 4.08 Lac (4,08,005) females, which is 20.62% of West Godavari District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1011 females for every 1000 males.
West Godavari Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in West Godavari District is 1.09 Lac (1,09,072) with 53.37 k (53,367) males and 55.71 k (55,705) females, which is 2.77% of West Godavari District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1044 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of West Godavari
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1004 |
| Urban Area | 1033 |
| Rural Area | 997 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in West Godavari
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1002 |
| Christian | 1069 |
| Muslim | 1015 |
| Religion not stated | 1001 |
West Godavari Area & Households
The Total Area of West Godavari District is 7,742 Square KM, with a population density of 509 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in West Godavari District are 13 and the Total Number of Villages in West Godavari District are 881.The Total Number of households in West Godavari District are 10.92 Lac(10,91,525).
West Godavari Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In West Godavari District, there are about 17.73 Lac (17,73,112) workers, making up nearly 45.04% of the West Godavari District total population. Out of these, around 11.99 Lac (11,99,338) are male workers, and about 5.74 Lac (5,73,774) are female workers.
West Godavari - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, West Godavari district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 9,19,234, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 39,36,966 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 22.39% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 14.29%.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.
West Godavari District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 9,19,234 to 39,36,966.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 22.39%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 9.19 Lac | ----- | ----- | 4.52 Lac | 4.67 Lac |
| 1911 | 10.46 Lac | 1.27 Lac | 13.79583436 | 5.14 Lac | 5.32 Lac |
| 1921 | 11.18 Lac | 72.39 k | 6.919936906 | 5.50 Lac | 5.68 Lac |
| 1931 | 12.99 Lac | 1.80 Lac | 16.12269276 | 6.40 Lac | 6.58 Lac |
| 1941 | 14.65 Lac | 1.66 Lac | 12.80862178 | 7.30 Lac | 7.35 Lac |
| 1951 | 16.98 Lac | 2.33 Lac | 15.87702229 | 8.49 Lac | 8.49 Lac |
| 1961 | 19.78 Lac | 2.81 Lac | 16.52385808 | 9.93 Lac | 9.85 Lac |
| 1971 | 23.74 Lac | 3.96 Lac | 20.0200985 | 11.91 Lac | 11.83 Lac |
| 1981 | 28.74 Lac | 5.00 Lac | 21.04412826 | 14.44 Lac | 14.30 Lac |
| 1991 | 35.18 Lac | 6.44 Lac | 22.39455135 | 17.64 Lac | 17.53 Lac |
| 2001 | 38.04 Lac | 2.86 Lac | 8.129167652 | 19.10 Lac | 18.93 Lac |
| 2011 | 39.37 Lac | 1.33 Lac | 3.508568517 | 19.65 Lac | 19.72 Lac |
West Godavari - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 42.27 Lac (42,26,549) | 7.36% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 42.41 Lac (42,41,100) | 7.73% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 42.51 Lac (42,51,459) | 7.99% | 0.26 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 42.59 Lac (42,58,813) | 8.17% | 0.18 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 42.66 Lac (42,66,246) | 8.36% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 42.74 Lac (42,73,601) | 8.55% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 42.81 Lac (42,80,955) | 8.74% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 42.85 Lac (42,84,751) | 8.83% | 0.09 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 42.86 Lac (42,85,937) | 8.86% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 42.87 Lac (42,87,202) | 8.9% | 0.04 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 42.88 Lac (42,88,388) | 8.93% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 42.90 Lac (42,89,574) | 8.96% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 42.91 Lac (42,90,840) | 8.99% | 0.03 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that West Godavari District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 42.91 Lac (42,90,840), with a male population of 21.30 Lac (21,30,100) and a female population of 21.61 Lac (21,60,819). This reflects a total growth of 8.99% from West Godavari District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.14%.