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 .
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,91,80,759 | 61.47% |
| Muslim | 1,06,79,345 | 34.22% |
| Christian | 11,65,867 | 3.74% |
| Buddhist | 54,993 | 0.18% |
| Religion not stated | 50,873 | 0.16% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 27,118 | 0.09% |
| Jain | 25,949 | 0.08% |
| Sikh | 20,672 | 0.07% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationAssam 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 |
Note:-
i) # The 1981 Census could not be held in Assam.The population figures for 1981 for Assam have been worked out by Interpolation.
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%.