Assam Population

As per the 2011 Census, Assam State has a population of 3.12 Cr (3,12,05,576) with 1.59 Cr (1,59,39,443) males and 1.53 Cr (1,52,66,133) females.The sex ratio in Assam is 958, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Assam State is 46.38 Lac (46,38,130) which is 14.86% of Assam State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Assam State is 963 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Assam State is listed as part of the North East region of India .

3.12 Cr

Toatl Population

1.59 Cr

Male Population

1.53 Cr

Female Population

Assam Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Assam State current estimated population is projected to be 3.60 Cr (3,59,77,493), indicating a 15.29% increased from Assam's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.83 Cr, and the estimated female population is 1.77 Cr.

Assam Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Assam State estimated population is projected to be 3.63 Cr (3,63,10,048), projecting a 16.36% increased from Assam's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.85 Cr, and the estimated female population is 1.78 Cr.

Assam Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Assam State, with a total Hindu population of 1.92 Cr (1,91,80,759), accounting for 61.47% of the Assam State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 97.97 Lac (97,96,805), and the Hindu female population is around 93.84 Lac (93,83,954).

Assam Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Assam State, with a total Muslim population of 1.07 Cr (1,06,79,345), accounting for 34.22% of the Assam State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 54.63 Lac (54,63,393), and the Muslim female population is around 52.16 Lac (52,15,952).

Assam Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu1,91,80,75961.47%
Muslim1,06,79,34534.22%
Christian11,65,8673.74%
Buddhist54,9930.18%
Religion not stated50,8730.16%
Other religions and persuasions27,1180.09%
Jain25,9490.08%
Sikh20,6720.07%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Assam Urban Population

The Urban population of Assam State is 43.99 Lac (43,98,542), with 22.60 Lac (22,60,454) being males and 21.38 Lac (21,38,088) being females, making up 14.1% of the Assam total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 946 females for every 1000 males.

Assam Rural Population

The Rural population of Assam State is 2.68 Cr (2,68,07,034), with 1.37 Cr (1,36,78,989) being males and 1.31 Cr (1,31,28,045) being females, making up 85.9% of the Assam total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 960 females for every 1000 males.

Assam Literacy Rate

Assam State has a literacy rate of 72.19% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Assam State is 77.85 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Assam State is 66.27 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Assam State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.47%, while in the rural regions of Assam State, it is around 69.34%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Assam

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 72.19 77.85 66.27
Urban Area 88.47 91.81 84.94
Rural Area 69.34 75.4 63.03

Literacy Rate by Religion in Assam

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 77.66 83.72 71.33
Muslim 61.92 66.74 56.85
Christian 67 73.39 60.53
Buddhist 77.32 84.36 70.03

Assam Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Assam State is 22.31 Lac (22,31,321) with 11.45 Lac (11,45,314) males and 10.86 Lac (10,86,007) females, which is 7.15% of Assam State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 949 females for every 1000 males.

Assam Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Assam State is 38.84 Lac (38,84,371) with 19.57 Lac (19,57,005) males and 19.27 Lac (19,27,366) females, which is 12.45% of Assam State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 985 females for every 1000 males.

Assam Slum Population

Slum Population in Assam State is 1.97 Lac (1,97,266) with 1.01 Lac (1,01,424) males and 95.84 k (95,842) females, which is 0.63% of Assam State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 945 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Assam State are 42.53 k (42,533).

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Assam

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 958
Urban Area 946
Rural Area 960

Sex Ratio by Religion in Assam

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 958
Muslim 955
Christian 986
Buddhist 958

Assam Area & Households

The Total Area of Assam State is 78,438 Square KM, with a population density of 398 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Assam State are 214 and the Total Number of Villages in Assam State are 26,395.The Total Number of households in Assam State are 64.06 Lac(64,06,471).

Assam Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Assam State, there are about 1.20 Cr (1,19,69,690) workers, making up nearly 38.36% of the Assam State total population. Out of these, around 85.42 Lac (85,41,560) are male workers, and about 34.28 Lac (34,28,130) are female workers.

Assam - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Assam state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 32,89,680, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 3,12,05,576 by the dataset's conclusion.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 34.98% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 22.84%.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.

Assam State population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 32,89,680 to 3,12,05,576.
  • The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 34.98%.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 32.90 Lac --- --- 17.14 Lac 15.75 Lac
1911 38.49 Lac 5.59 Lac 16.99 20.10 Lac 18.38 Lac
1921 46.37 Lac 7.88 Lac 20.48 24.45 Lac 21.92 Lac
1931 55.60 Lac 9.23 Lac 19.91362913 29.67 Lac 25.94 Lac
1941 66.95 Lac 11.34 Lac 20.40185084 35.70 Lac 31.25 Lac
1951 80.29 Lac 13.34 Lac 19.92693547 42.99 Lac 37.30 Lac
1961 1.08 Cr 28.08 Lac 34.97974058 57.98 Lac 50.39 Lac
1971 1.46 Cr 37.88 Lac 34.95162876 77.14 Lac 69.11 Lac
1981 # 1.80 Cr 34,16,096 23.36 94.44 Lac 85.97 Lac
1991 2.24 Cr 43.73 Lac 24.23930983 1.17 Cr 1.08 Cr
2001 2.67 Cr 42.41 Lac 18.92185719 1.38 Cr 1.29 Cr
2011 3.12 Cr 45.50 Lac 17.06981006 1.59 Cr 1.53 Cr

Historical Population of Assam by Census Year 1901-2011

Assam - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 3.60 Cr (3,59,77,493) 15.29%
2025 3.63 Cr (3,63,10,048) 16.36% 1.07 %
2026 3.66 Cr (3,66,19,771) 17.35% 0.99 %
2027 3.69 Cr (3,69,13,611) 18.29% 0.94 %
2028 3.72 Cr (3,72,07,451) 19.23% 0.94 %
2029 3.75 Cr (3,75,01,290) 20.17% 0.94 %
2030 3.78 Cr (3,77,95,130) 21.12% 0.95 %
2031 3.81 Cr (3,80,57,203) 21.96% 0.84 %
2032 3.83 Cr (3,82,95,452) 22.72% 0.76 %
2033 3.85 Cr (3,85,34,693) 23.49% 0.77 %
2034 3.88 Cr (3,87,72,941) 24.25% 0.76 %
2035 3.90 Cr (3,90,12,182) 25.02% 0.77 %
2036 3.93 Cr (3,92,50,430) 25.78% 0.76 %

Projected estimates indicate that Assam State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 3.93 Cr (3,92,50,430), with a male population of 1.99 Cr (1,98,59,516) and a female population of 1.94 Cr (1,93,92,089). This reflects a total growth of 25.78% from Assam State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.87%.

Assam Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Assam is 3.12 Cr (3,12,05,576).

The estimated population of Assam in 2024 is approximately 3.60 Cr (3,59,77,493).

Hindu constitute 61.47% of Assam population, amounting to approximately 1.92 Cr (1,91,80,759) people.

Muslim constitute 34.22% of Assam population, totaling around 1.07 Cr (1,06,79,345) people.

Hindu: 61.47%, Muslim: 34.22%, Christian: 3.74%, Buddhist: 0.18%, Religion not stated: 0.16%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.09%, Jain: 0.08%, Sikh: 0.07%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Assam is 22.31 Lac (7.15%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 38.84 Lac (12.45%).

In Assam, 43.99 Lac (14.1%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 2.68 Cr (85.9%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Assam is 72.19%, with male literacy at 77.85% and female literacy at 66.27%.

The sex ratio in Assam is 958 females for every 1000 males.

Assam population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.87% up to 2036.