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.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kamrup Population Census 2011
- Kamrup 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 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 8,77,495 | 57.82% |
| Muslim | 6,01,784 | 39.66% |
| Christian | 33,297 | 2.19% |
| Religion not stated | 3,077 | 0.2% |
| Jain | 1,330 | 0.09% |
| Sikh | 319 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 185 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 55 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKamrup 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 |
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 0.87%.