Baksa Population
As per the 2011 Census, Baksa District has a population of 9.50 Lac (9,50,075) with 4.81 Lac (4,81,330) males and 4.69 Lac (4,68,745) females.The sex ratio in Baksa is 974, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Baksa District is 1.23 Lac (1,22,872) which is 12.93% of Baksa District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Baksa District is 967 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Baksa District is listed as part of ASSAM State in INDIA.
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Baksa Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Baksa District current estimated population is projected to be 10.95 Lac (10,95,360), indicating a 15.29% increased from Baksa's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 5.53 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.43 Lac.
Baksa Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Baksa District estimated population is projected to be 11.05 Lac (11,05,485), projecting a 16.36% increased from Baksa's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 5.57 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.48 Lac.
Baksa Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Baksa District, with a total Hindu population of 7.83 Lac (7,82,901), accounting for 82.4% of the Baksa District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 3.96 Lac (3,96,160), and the Hindu female population is around 3.87 Lac (3,86,741).
Baksa Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Baksa District, with a total Muslim population of 1.36 Lac (1,35,750), accounting for 14.29% of the Baksa District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 69.65 k (69,648), and the Muslim female population is around 66.10 k (66,102).
Baksa Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 7,82,901 | 82.4% |
| Muslim | 1,35,750 | 14.29% |
| Christian | 27,076 | 2.85% |
| Religion not stated | 2,411 | 0.25% |
| Buddhist | 1,189 | 0.13% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 353 | 0.04% |
| Jain | 239 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 156 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBaksa Urban Population
The Urban population of Baksa District is 12.24 k (12,242), with 6.30 k (6,303) being males and 5.94 k (5,939) being females, making up 1.29% of the Baksa total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 943 females for every 1000 males.
Baksa Rural Population
The Rural population of Baksa District is 9.38 Lac (9,37,833), with 4.75 Lac (4,75,027) being males and 4.63 Lac (4,62,806) being females, making up 98.71% of the Baksa total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 975 females for every 1000 males.
Baksa Literacy Rate
Baksa District has a literacy rate of 69.25% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Baksa District is 77.03 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Baksa District is 61.27 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Baksa District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 74.54%, while in the rural regions of Baksa District, it is around 69.18%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Baksa
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69.25 | 77.03 | 61.27 |
| Urban Area | 74.54 | 80.43 | 68.28 |
| Rural Area | 69.18 | 76.98 | 61.18 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Baksa
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 70.97 | 79.07 | 62.69 |
| Muslim | 61.83 | 67.54 | 55.79 |
| Christian | 54.05 | 62.43 | 45.84 |
| Religion not stated | 68.74 | 79.13 | 59.46 |
Baksa Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Baksa District is 73.08 k (73,083) with 37.53 k (37,534) males and 35.55 k (35,549) females, which is 7.69% of Baksa District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 948 females for every 1000 males.
Baksa Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Baksa District is 3.31 Lac (3,31,007) with 1.66 Lac (1,65,634) males and 1.65 Lac (1,65,373) females, which is 34.84% of Baksa District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 999 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Baksa
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 974 |
| Urban Area | 943 |
| Rural Area | 975 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Baksa
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 977 |
| Muslim | 950 |
| Christian | 1020 |
| Religion not stated | 1106 |
Baksa Area & Households
The Total Area of Baksa District is 2,457 Square KM, with a population density of 387 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Baksa District are 2 and the Total Number of Villages in Baksa District are 690.The Total Number of households in Baksa District are 1.92 Lac(1,91,701).
Baksa Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Baksa District, there are about 4.07 Lac (4,06,756) workers, making up nearly 42.81% of the Baksa District total population. Out of these, around 2.67 Lac (2,66,611) are male workers, and about 1.40 Lac (1,40,145) are female workers.
Baksa - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Baksa district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 71,620, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 9,50,075 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 61.42% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 30.81%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901, 1981) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Baksa District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 71,620 to 9,50,075.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 61.42%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 71.62 k | --- | --- | 35.61 k | 36.01 k |
| 1911 | 81.67 k | 10.05 k | 14.02680815 | 41.61 k | 40.05 k |
| 1921 | 95.16 k | 13.49 k | 16.52340019 | 49.72 k | 45.44 k |
| 1931 | 1.27 Lac | 31.85 k | 33.47099622 | 66.95 k | 60.06 k |
| 1941 | 1.68 Lac | 40.58 k | 31.94812695 | 89.38 k | 78.21 k |
| 1951 | 1.98 Lac | 30.30 k | 18.08020238 | 1.06 Lac | 91.65 k |
| 1961 | 3.09 Lac | 1.11 Lac | 56.26133843 | 1.64 Lac | 1.45 Lac |
| 1971 | 4.77 Lac | 1.67 Lac | 54.14553851 | 2.48 Lac | 2.28 Lac |
| 1981 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1991 | 7.69 Lac | 2.93 Lac | 61.42 | 3.95 Lac | 3.74 Lac |
| 2001 | 8.58 Lac | 88.55 k | 11.50828826 | 4.38 Lac | 4.20 Lac |
| 2011 | 9.50 Lac | 92.13 k | 10.73819245 | 4.81 Lac | 4.69 Lac |
Baksa - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10.95 Lac (10,95,360) | 15.29% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 11.05 Lac (11,05,485) | 16.36% | 1.07 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 11.15 Lac (11,14,914) | 17.35% | 0.99 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 11.24 Lac (11,23,860) | 18.29% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 11.33 Lac (11,32,807) | 19.23% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 11.42 Lac (11,41,753) | 20.17% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 11.51 Lac (11,50,699) | 21.12% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 11.59 Lac (11,58,678) | 21.96% | 0.84 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 11.66 Lac (11,65,932) | 22.72% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 11.73 Lac (11,73,215) | 23.49% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 11.80 Lac (11,80,469) | 24.25% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 11.88 Lac (11,87,753) | 25.02% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 11.95 Lac (11,95,007) | 25.78% | 0.76 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Baksa District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 11.95 Lac (11,95,007), with a male population of 6.00 Lac (5,99,707) and a female population of 5.95 Lac (5,95,433). This reflects a total growth of 25.78% from Baksa District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.87%.