Jorhat Population
As per the 2011 Census, Jorhat District has a population of 10.92 Lac (10,92,256) with 5.57 Lac (5,56,805) males and 5.35 Lac (5,35,451) females.The sex ratio in Jorhat is 962, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Jorhat District is 1.25 Lac (1,24,594) which is 11.41% of Jorhat District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Jorhat District is 965 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Jorhat District is listed as part of ASSAM State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Jorhat Population Census 2011
- Jorhat 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
Jorhat Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Jorhat District current estimated population is projected to be 12.59 Lac (12,59,283), indicating a 15.29% increased from Jorhat's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.39 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.20 Lac.
Jorhat Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Jorhat District estimated population is projected to be 12.71 Lac (12,70,923), projecting a 16.36% increased from Jorhat's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.45 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.26 Lac.
Jorhat Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Jorhat District, with a total Hindu population of 10.08 Lac (10,08,219), accounting for 92.31% of the Jorhat District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.14 Lac (5,14,051), and the Hindu female population is around 4.94 Lac (4,94,168).
Jorhat Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Jorhat District, with a total Muslim population of 54.68 k (54,684), accounting for 5.01% of the Jorhat District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 27.95 k (27,951), and the Muslim female population is around 26.73 k (26,733).
Jorhat Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 10,08,219 | 92.31% |
| Muslim | 54,684 | 5.01% |
| Christian | 21,051 | 1.93% |
| Religion not stated | 3,087 | 0.28% |
| Buddhist | 2,378 | 0.22% |
| Sikh | 1,540 | 0.14% |
| Jain | 719 | 0.07% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 578 | 0.05% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationJorhat Urban Population
The Urban population of Jorhat District is 2.21 Lac (2,20,534), with 1.14 Lac (1,13,837) being males and 1.07 Lac (1,06,697) being females, making up 20.19% of the Jorhat total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 938 females for every 1000 males.
Jorhat Rural Population
The Rural population of Jorhat District is 8.72 Lac (8,71,722), with 4.43 Lac (4,42,968) being males and 4.29 Lac (4,28,754) being females, making up 79.81% of the Jorhat total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 968 females for every 1000 males.
Jorhat Literacy Rate
Jorhat District has a literacy rate of 82.15% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Jorhat District is 87.63 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Jorhat District is 76.45 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Jorhat District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 90.39%, while in the rural regions of Jorhat District, it is around 80.01%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Jorhat
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82.15 | 87.63 | 76.45 |
| Urban Area | 90.39 | 92.89 | 87.72 |
| Rural Area | 80.01 | 86.24 | 73.58 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Jorhat
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 82.17 | 87.71 | 76.4 |
| Muslim | 85.28 | 89.06 | 81.33 |
| Christian | 70.69 | 77.53 | 63.79 |
| Religion not stated | 80.55 | 87.98 | 73.62 |
Jorhat Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Jorhat District is 88.67 k (88,665) with 45.19 k (45,194) males and 43.47 k (43,471) females, which is 8.12% of Jorhat District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Jorhat Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Jorhat District is 1.40 Lac (1,39,971) with 70.80 k (70,795) males and 69.18 k (69,176) females, which is 12.81% of Jorhat District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 978 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Jorhat
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 962 |
| Urban Area | 938 |
| Rural Area | 968 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Jorhat
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 962 |
| Muslim | 957 |
| Christian | 996 |
| Religion not stated | 1023 |
Jorhat Area & Households
The Total Area of Jorhat District is 2,851 Square KM, with a population density of 383 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Jorhat District are 11 and the Total Number of Villages in Jorhat District are 848.The Total Number of households in Jorhat District are 2.36 Lac(2,36,262).
Jorhat Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Jorhat District, there are about 4.99 Lac (4,98,618) workers, making up nearly 45.65% of the Jorhat District total population. Out of these, around 3.21 Lac (3,20,746) are male workers, and about 1.78 Lac (1,77,872) are female workers.
Jorhat - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Jorhat district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,27,061, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 10,92,256 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 33.1% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 17.19%.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.
Jorhat District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,27,061 to 10,92,256.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 33.1%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.27 Lac | --- | --- | 1.20 Lac | 1.07 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.65 Lac | 38.37 k | 16.89766186 | 1.40 Lac | 1.25 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.11 Lac | 45.83 k | 17.26488063 | 1.65 Lac | 1.47 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.39 Lac | 27.64 k | 8.879214792 | 1.81 Lac | 1.58 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.91 Lac | 51.76 k | 15.27448273 | 2.08 Lac | 1.82 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.49 Lac | 58.11 k | 14.8739556 | 2.40 Lac | 2.09 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.57 Lac | 1.08 Lac | 24.16804453 | 3.00 Lac | 2.57 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.55 Lac | 97.33 k | 17.46745893 | 3.47 Lac | 3.07 Lac |
| 1981 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1991 | 8.71 Lac | 2.17 Lac | 33.1 | 4.56 Lac | 4.16 Lac |
| 2001 | 9.99 Lac | 1.28 Lac | 14.69399889 | 5.17 Lac | 4.82 Lac |
| 2011 | 10.92 Lac | 93.04 k | 9.310753077 | 5.57 Lac | 5.35 Lac |
Jorhat - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12.59 Lac (12,59,283) | 15.29% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 12.71 Lac (12,70,923) | 16.36% | 1.07 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 12.82 Lac (12,81,764) | 17.35% | 0.99 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 12.92 Lac (12,92,049) | 18.29% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 13.02 Lac (13,02,334) | 19.23% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 13.13 Lac (13,12,619) | 20.17% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 13.23 Lac (13,22,904) | 21.12% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 13.32 Lac (13,32,077) | 21.96% | 0.84 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 13.40 Lac (13,40,416) | 22.72% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 13.49 Lac (13,48,790) | 23.49% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 13.57 Lac (13,57,129) | 24.25% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 13.66 Lac (13,65,503) | 25.02% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 13.74 Lac (13,73,842) | 25.78% | 0.76 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Jorhat District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 13.74 Lac (13,73,842), with a male population of 6.94 Lac (6,93,744) and a female population of 6.80 Lac (6,80,167). This reflects a total growth of 25.78% from Jorhat District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.03%.