Kamrup Metropolitan Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kamrup Metropolitan District has a population of 12.54 Lac (12,53,938) with 6.48 Lac (6,47,585) males and 6.06 Lac (6,06,353) females.The sex ratio in Kamrup Metropolitan is 937, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kamrup Metropolitan District is 1.25 Lac (1,25,386) which is 10% of Kamrup Metropolitan District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kamrup Metropolitan District is 946 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kamrup Metropolitan District is listed as part of ASSAM State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kamrup Metropolitan Population Census 2011
- Kamrup Metropolitan 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
Kamrup Metropolitan Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kamrup Metropolitan District current estimated population is projected to be 14.46 Lac (14,45,689), indicating a 15.29% increased from Kamrup Metropolitan's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 7.43 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.02 Lac.
Kamrup Metropolitan Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kamrup Metropolitan District estimated population is projected to be 14.59 Lac (14,59,052), projecting a 16.36% increased from Kamrup Metropolitan's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 7.50 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.09 Lac.
Kamrup Metropolitan Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kamrup Metropolitan District, with a total Hindu population of 10.64 Lac (10,64,412), accounting for 84.89% of the Kamrup Metropolitan District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.50 Lac (5,49,959), and the Hindu female population is around 5.14 Lac (5,14,453).
Kamrup Metropolitan Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kamrup Metropolitan District, with a total Muslim population of 1.51 Lac (1,51,071), accounting for 12.05% of the Kamrup Metropolitan District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 78.39 k (78,389), and the Muslim female population is around 72.68 k (72,682).
Kamrup Metropolitan Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 10,64,412 | 84.89% |
| Muslim | 1,51,071 | 12.05% |
| Christian | 18,810 | 1.5% |
| Jain | 9,250 | 0.74% |
| Religion not stated | 4,919 | 0.39% |
| Sikh | 3,679 | 0.29% |
| Buddhist | 1,627 | 0.13% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 170 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKamrup Metropolitan Urban Population
The Urban population of Kamrup Metropolitan District is 10.37 Lac (10,37,011), with 5.37 Lac (5,36,523) being males and 5.00 Lac (5,00,488) being females, making up 82.7% of the Kamrup Metropolitan total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 933 females for every 1000 males.
Kamrup Metropolitan Rural Population
The Rural population of Kamrup Metropolitan District is 2.17 Lac (2,16,927), with 1.11 Lac (1,11,062) being males and 1.06 Lac (1,05,865) being females, making up 17.3% of the Kamrup Metropolitan total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Kamrup Metropolitan Literacy Rate
Kamrup Metropolitan District has a literacy rate of 88.71% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kamrup Metropolitan District is 92.13 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kamrup Metropolitan District is 85.07 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kamrup Metropolitan District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 91.19%, while in the rural regions of Kamrup Metropolitan District, it is around 76.45%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kamrup Metropolitan
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 88.71 | 92.13 | 85.07 |
| Urban Area | 91.19 | 94.08 | 88.09 |
| Rural Area | 76.45 | 82.36 | 70.22 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kamrup Metropolitan
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 90.08 | 93.37 | 86.56 |
| Muslim | 78.9 | 83.23 | 74.2 |
| Christian | 82.5 | 86.11 | 79.11 |
| Jain | 97.63 | 98.57 | 96.64 |
Kamrup Metropolitan Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kamrup Metropolitan District is 1.02 Lac (1,01,789) with 52.11 k (52,106) males and 49.68 k (49,683) females, which is 8.12% of Kamrup Metropolitan District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Kamrup Metropolitan Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kamrup Metropolitan District is 75.12 k (75,121) with 37.90 k (37,902) males and 37.22 k (37,219) females, which is 5.99% of Kamrup Metropolitan District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 982 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kamrup Metropolitan
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 937 |
| Urban Area | 933 |
| Rural Area | 954 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kamrup Metropolitan
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 936 |
| Muslim | 928 |
| Christian | 1058 |
| Jain | 952 |
Kamrup Metropolitan Area & Households
The Total Area of Kamrup Metropolitan District is 955 Square KM, with a population density of 1,313 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kamrup Metropolitan District are 12 and the Total Number of Villages in Kamrup Metropolitan District are 216.The Total Number of households in Kamrup Metropolitan District are 2.93 Lac(2,93,112).
Kamrup Metropolitan Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kamrup Metropolitan District, there are about 4.91 Lac (4,90,932) workers, making up nearly 39.15% of the Kamrup Metropolitan District total population. Out of these, around 3.76 Lac (3,75,613) are male workers, and about 1.15 Lac (1,15,319) are female workers.
Kamrup Metropolitan - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kamrup Metropolitan district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 52,351, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 12,53,938 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 144.6% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 43.74%.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.
Kamrup Metropolitan District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 52,351 to 12,53,938.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 144.6%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 52.35 k | --- | --- | 26.02 k | 26.33 k |
| 1911 | 58.16 k | 5.81 k | 11.09618911 | 29.32 k | 28.84 k |
| 1921 | 62.26 k | 4.10 k | 7.056396149 | 32.09 k | 30.17 k |
| 1931 | 68.10 k | 5.84 k | 9.376204548 | 35.38 k | 32.73 k |
| 1941 | 81.18 k | 13.08 k | 19.20795278 | 43.01 k | 38.18 k |
| 1951 | 95.12 k | 13.94 k | 17.17108262 | 55.85 k | 39.28 k |
| 1961 | 2.16 Lac | 1.21 Lac | 127.449723 | 1.33 Lac | 83.72 k |
| 1971 | 3.15 Lac | 99.05 k | 45.77942937 | 1.82 Lac | 1.33 Lac |
| 1981 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1991 | 7.71 Lac | 4.56 Lac | 144.6 | 4.27 Lac | 3.45 Lac |
| 2001 | 10.60 Lac | 2.88 Lac | 37.34408155 | 5.72 Lac | 4.88 Lac |
| 2011 | 12.54 Lac | 1.94 Lac | 18.34315171 | 6.48 Lac | 6.06 Lac |
Kamrup Metropolitan - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14.46 Lac (14,45,689) | 15.29% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 14.59 Lac (14,59,052) | 16.36% | 1.07 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 14.71 Lac (14,71,498) | 17.35% | 0.99 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 14.83 Lac (14,83,305) | 18.29% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 14.95 Lac (14,95,113) | 19.23% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 15.07 Lac (15,06,920) | 20.17% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 15.19 Lac (15,18,727) | 21.12% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 15.29 Lac (15,29,258) | 21.96% | 0.84 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 15.39 Lac (15,38,832) | 22.72% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 15.48 Lac (15,48,445) | 23.49% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 15.58 Lac (15,58,019) | 24.25% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 15.68 Lac (15,67,632) | 25.02% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 15.77 Lac (15,77,206) | 25.78% | 0.76 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kamrup Metropolitan District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 15.77 Lac (15,77,206), with a male population of 8.07 Lac (8,06,850) and a female population of 7.70 Lac (7,70,232). This reflects a total growth of 25.78% from Kamrup Metropolitan District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.03%.