Golaghat Population
As per the 2011 Census, Golaghat District has a population of 10.67 Lac (10,66,888) with 5.43 Lac (5,43,161) males and 5.24 Lac (5,23,727) females.The sex ratio in Golaghat is 965, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Golaghat District is 1.35 Lac (1,34,793) which is 12.63% of Golaghat District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Golaghat District is 964 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Golaghat District is listed as part of ASSAM State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Golaghat Population Census 2011
- Golaghat 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
Golaghat Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Golaghat District current estimated population is projected to be 12.30 Lac (12,30,036), indicating a 15.29% increased from Golaghat's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.24 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.07 Lac.
Golaghat Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Golaghat District estimated population is projected to be 12.41 Lac (12,41,405), projecting a 16.36% increased from Golaghat's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.29 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.12 Lac.
Golaghat Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Golaghat District, with a total Hindu population of 9.17 Lac (9,17,426), accounting for 85.99% of the Golaghat District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.67 Lac (4,67,432), and the Hindu female population is around 4.50 Lac (4,49,994).
Golaghat Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Golaghat District, with a total Muslim population of 90.31 k (90,312), accounting for 8.46% of the Golaghat District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 46.01 k (46,014), and the Muslim female population is around 44.30 k (44,298).
Golaghat Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 9,17,426 | 85.99% |
| Muslim | 90,312 | 8.46% |
| Christian | 50,582 | 4.74% |
| Buddhist | 3,863 | 0.36% |
| Religion not stated | 1,697 | 0.16% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,347 | 0.13% |
| Sikh | 1,131 | 0.11% |
| Jain | 530 | 0.05% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGolaghat Urban Population
The Urban population of Golaghat District is 97.74 k (97,736), with 50.04 k (50,036) being males and 47.70 k (47,700) being females, making up 9.16% of the Golaghat total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Golaghat Rural Population
The Rural population of Golaghat District is 9.69 Lac (9,69,152), with 4.93 Lac (4,93,125) being males and 4.76 Lac (4,76,027) being females, making up 90.84% of the Golaghat total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 966 females for every 1000 males.
Golaghat Literacy Rate
Golaghat District has a literacy rate of 77.43% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Golaghat District is 83.56 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Golaghat District is 71.09 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Golaghat District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 91.74%, while in the rural regions of Golaghat District, it is around 75.94%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Golaghat
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 77.43 | 83.56 | 71.09 |
| Urban Area | 91.74 | 94.25 | 89.11 |
| Rural Area | 75.94 | 82.44 | 69.22 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Golaghat
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 77.67 | 83.9 | 71.19 |
| Muslim | 78.81 | 83.03 | 74.45 |
| Christian | 69.59 | 77.07 | 62.04 |
| Buddhist | 79.6 | 86.1 | 73.05 |
Golaghat Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Golaghat District is 62.30 k (62,298) with 31.81 k (31,807) males and 30.49 k (30,491) females, which is 5.84% of Golaghat District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 959 females for every 1000 males.
Golaghat Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Golaghat District is 1.12 Lac (1,11,765) with 56.42 k (56,420) males and 55.35 k (55,345) females, which is 10.48% of Golaghat District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 981 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Golaghat
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 965 |
| Urban Area | 954 |
| Rural Area | 966 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Golaghat
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 963 |
| Muslim | 963 |
| Christian | 989 |
| Buddhist | 971 |
Golaghat Area & Households
The Total Area of Golaghat District is 3,502 Square KM, with a population density of 305 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Golaghat District are 7 and the Total Number of Villages in Golaghat District are 1,125.The Total Number of households in Golaghat District are 2.27 Lac(2,27,197).
Golaghat Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Golaghat District, there are about 4.80 Lac (4,79,928) workers, making up nearly 44.98% of the Golaghat District total population. Out of these, around 3.09 Lac (3,09,104) are male workers, and about 1.71 Lac (1,70,824) are female workers.
Golaghat - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Golaghat district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,58,474, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 10,66,888 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 58.12% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 21.77%.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.
Golaghat District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,58,474 to 10,66,888.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 58.12%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.58 Lac | --- | --- | 84.01 k | 74.46 k |
| 1911 | 1.85 Lac | 26.23 k | 16.54971793 | 97.38 k | 87.33 k |
| 1921 | 2.21 Lac | 36.63 k | 19.83042864 | 1.16 Lac | 1.05 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.62 Lac | 40.49 k | 18.29321188 | 1.40 Lac | 1.22 Lac |
| 1941 | 2.65 Lac | 3.33 k | 1.272649494 | 1.41 Lac | 1.24 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.18 Lac | 52.40 k | 19.763302 | 1.70 Lac | 1.47 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.00 Lac | 82.69 k | 26.03936388 | 2.14 Lac | 1.86 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.24 Lac | 1.23 Lac | 30.84889491 | 2.78 Lac | 2.46 Lac |
| 1981 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1991 | 8.28 Lac | 3.04 Lac | 58.12 | 4.31 Lac | 3.97 Lac |
| 2001 | 9.46 Lac | 1.18 Lac | 14.27165449 | 4.90 Lac | 4.56 Lac |
| 2011 | 10.67 Lac | 1.21 Lac | 12.74560674 | 5.43 Lac | 5.24 Lac |
Golaghat - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12.30 Lac (12,30,036) | 15.29% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 12.41 Lac (12,41,405) | 16.36% | 1.07 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 12.52 Lac (12,51,994) | 17.35% | 0.99 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 12.62 Lac (12,62,041) | 18.29% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 12.72 Lac (12,72,087) | 19.23% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 12.82 Lac (12,82,133) | 20.17% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 12.92 Lac (12,92,179) | 21.12% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 13.01 Lac (13,01,139) | 21.96% | 0.84 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 13.09 Lac (13,09,284) | 22.72% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 13.17 Lac (13,17,464) | 23.49% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 13.26 Lac (13,25,609) | 24.25% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 13.34 Lac (13,33,789) | 25.02% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 13.42 Lac (13,41,934) | 25.78% | 0.76 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Golaghat District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 13.42 Lac (13,41,934), with a male population of 6.77 Lac (6,76,744) and a female population of 6.65 Lac (6,65,274). This reflects a total growth of 25.78% from Golaghat District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.03%.