Subdistrict (Tahsil) In Kamrup District

Kamrup Population

As per the 2011 Census, Kamrup District has a population of 15.18 Lac (15,17,542) with 7.78 Lac (7,78,461) males and 7.39 Lac (7,39,081) females.The sex ratio in Kamrup is 950, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kamrup District is 2.00 Lac (2,00,061) which is 13.18% of Kamrup District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kamrup District is 967 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Kamrup District is listed as part of ASSAM State in INDIA.

15.18 Lac

Toatl Population

7.78 Lac

Male Population

7.39 Lac

Female Population

Kamrup Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Kamrup District current estimated population is projected to be 17.50 Lac (17,49,603), indicating a 15.29% increased from Kamrup's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.94 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.56 Lac.

Kamrup Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Kamrup District estimated population is projected to be 17.66 Lac (17,65,775), projecting a 16.36% increased from Kamrup's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 9.02 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.64 Lac.

Kamrup Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Kamrup District, with a total Hindu population of 8.77 Lac (8,77,495), accounting for 57.82% of the Kamrup District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.50 Lac (4,49,700), and the Hindu female population is around 4.28 Lac (4,27,795).

Kamrup Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kamrup District, with a total Muslim population of 6.02 Lac (6,01,784), accounting for 39.66% of the Kamrup District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 3.09 Lac (3,09,341), and the Muslim female population is around 2.92 Lac (2,92,443).

Kamrup Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu8,77,49557.82%
Muslim6,01,78439.66%
Christian33,2972.19%
Religion not stated3,0770.2%
Jain1,3300.09%
Sikh3190.02%
Buddhist1850.01%
Other religions and persuasions550%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Kamrup Urban Population

The Urban population of Kamrup District is 1.42 Lac (1,42,394), with 72.32 k (72,321) being males and 70.07 k (70,073) being females, making up 9.38% of the Kamrup total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 969 females for every 1000 males.

Kamrup Rural Population

The Rural population of Kamrup District is 13.75 Lac (13,75,148), with 7.06 Lac (7,06,140) being males and 6.69 Lac (6,69,008) being females, making up 90.62% of the Kamrup total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 948 females for every 1000 males.

Kamrup Literacy Rate

Kamrup District has a literacy rate of 75.55% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kamrup District is 81.3 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kamrup District is 69.47 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kamrup District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.89%, while in the rural regions of Kamrup District, it is around 74.21%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kamrup

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 75.55 81.3 69.47
Urban Area 87.89 92.5 83.14
Rural Area 74.21 80.1 67.96

Literacy Rate by Religion in Kamrup

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 83.95 89.8 77.8
Muslim 61.89 67.76 55.63
Christian 79.54 82.36 76.61
Religion not stated 80.56 88.35 74.33

Kamrup Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kamrup District is 1.08 Lac (1,07,827) with 55.24 k (55,237) males and 52.59 k (52,590) females, which is 7.11% of Kamrup District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 953 females for every 1000 males.

Kamrup Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kamrup District is 1.82 Lac (1,82,038) with 92.09 k (92,094) males and 89.94 k (89,944) females, which is 12% of Kamrup District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 977 females for every 1000 males.

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kamrup

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 950
Urban Area 969
Rural Area 948

Sex Ratio by Religion in Kamrup

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 952
Muslim 946
Christian 961
Religion not stated 1197

Kamrup Area & Households

The Total Area of Kamrup District is 3,105 Square KM, with a population density of 489 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kamrup District are 16 and the Total Number of Villages in Kamrup District are 1,068.The Total Number of households in Kamrup District are 3.11 Lac(3,11,114).

Kamrup Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Kamrup District, there are about 6.29 Lac (6,28,954) workers, making up nearly 41.45% of the Kamrup District total population. Out of these, around 4.28 Lac (4,28,492) are male workers, and about 2.00 Lac (2,00,462) are female workers.

Kamrup - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Diving deeper into local demographics, Kamrup district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,73,945, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 15,17,542 by the dataset's end.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 35.65% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 19.01%.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 District population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 2,73,945 to 15,17,542.
  • The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 35.65%.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 2.74 Lac --- --- 1.36 Lac 1.38 Lac
1911 3.04 Lac 30.39 k 11.09492781 1.53 Lac 1.51 Lac
1921 3.26 Lac 21.48 k 7.056933222 1.68 Lac 1.58 Lac
1931 3.56 Lac 30.55 k 9.377378643 1.85 Lac 1.71 Lac
1941 4.25 Lac 68.45 k 19.2063183 2.25 Lac 2.00 Lac
1951 4.98 Lac 72.95 k 17.17188533 2.66 Lac 2.31 Lac
1961 5.98 Lac 1.01 Lac 20.20921603 3.19 Lac 2.79 Lac
1971 8.05 Lac 2.06 Lac 34.49746556 4.24 Lac 3.81 Lac
1981 --- --- --- --- ---
1991 10.92 Lac 2.87 Lac 35.65 5.67 Lac 5.24 Lac
2001 13.12 Lac 2.20 Lac 20.15726638 6.78 Lac 6.33 Lac
2011 15.18 Lac 2.06 Lac 15.69294152 7.78 Lac 7.39 Lac

Historical Population of Kamrup by Census Year 1901-2011

Kamrup - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 17.50 Lac (17,49,603) 15.29%
2025 17.66 Lac (17,65,775) 16.36% 1.07 %
2026 17.81 Lac (17,80,837) 17.35% 0.99 %
2027 17.95 Lac (17,95,127) 18.29% 0.94 %
2028 18.09 Lac (18,09,416) 19.23% 0.94 %
2029 18.24 Lac (18,23,706) 20.17% 0.94 %
2030 18.38 Lac (18,37,996) 21.12% 0.95 %
2031 18.51 Lac (18,50,740) 21.96% 0.84 %
2032 18.62 Lac (18,62,326) 22.72% 0.76 %
2033 18.74 Lac (18,73,961) 23.49% 0.77 %
2034 18.86 Lac (18,85,547) 24.25% 0.76 %
2035 18.97 Lac (18,97,181) 25.02% 0.77 %
2036 19.09 Lac (19,08,768) 25.78% 0.76 %

Projected estimates indicate that Kamrup District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 19.09 Lac (19,08,768), with a male population of 9.70 Lac (9,69,913) and a female population of 9.39 Lac (9,38,832). This reflects a total growth of 25.78% from Kamrup District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.03%.