Karimganj Population
As per the 2011 Census, Karimganj District has a population of 12.29 Lac (12,28,686) with 6.26 Lac (6,25,864) males and 6.03 Lac (6,02,822) females.The sex ratio in Karimganj is 964, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Karimganj District is 2.12 Lac (2,11,960) which is 17.25% of Karimganj District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Karimganj District is 970 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Karimganj District is listed as part of ASSAM State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Karimganj Population Census 2011
- Karimganj 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
Karimganj Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Karimganj District current estimated population is projected to be 14.17 Lac (14,16,576), indicating a 15.29% increased from Karimganj's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 7.18 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.98 Lac.
Karimganj Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Karimganj District estimated population is projected to be 14.30 Lac (14,29,670), projecting a 16.36% increased from Karimganj's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 7.25 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.05 Lac.
Karimganj Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Karimganj District, with a total Muslim population of 6.92 Lac (6,92,489), accounting for 56.36% of the Karimganj District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 3.51 Lac (3,51,261), and the Muslim female population is around 3.41 Lac (3,41,228).
Karimganj Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Karimganj District, with a total Hindu population of 5.22 Lac (5,21,962), accounting for 42.48% of the Karimganj District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.67 Lac (2,67,374), and the Hindu female population is around 2.55 Lac (2,54,588).
Karimganj Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 6,92,489 | 56.36% |
| Hindu | 5,21,962 | 42.48% |
| Christian | 11,990 | 0.98% |
| Religion not stated | 1,051 | 0.09% |
| Jain | 524 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 446 | 0.04% |
| Sikh | 114 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 110 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKarimganj Urban Population
The Urban population of Karimganj District is 1.10 Lac (1,09,700), with 55.35 k (55,354) being males and 54.35 k (54,346) being females, making up 8.93% of the Karimganj total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 982 females for every 1000 males.
Karimganj Rural Population
The Rural population of Karimganj District is 11.19 Lac (11,18,986), with 5.71 Lac (5,70,510) being males and 5.48 Lac (5,48,476) being females, making up 91.07% of the Karimganj total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Karimganj Literacy Rate
Karimganj District has a literacy rate of 78.22% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Karimganj District is 84.12 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Karimganj District is 72.09 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Karimganj District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 92.82%, while in the rural regions of Karimganj District, it is around 76.66%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Karimganj
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78.22 | 84.12 | 72.09 |
| Urban Area | 92.82 | 95.28 | 90.33 |
| Rural Area | 76.66 | 82.95 | 70.11 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Karimganj
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 73.72 | 81.11 | 66.11 |
| Hindu | 83.72 | 87.83 | 79.41 |
| Christian | 74.96 | 79.36 | 70.44 |
| Religion not stated | 74.9 | 80.99 | 68.27 |
Karimganj Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Karimganj District is 1.58 Lac (1,57,890) with 81.38 k (81,384) males and 76.51 k (76,506) females, which is 12.85% of Karimganj District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 941 females for every 1000 males.
Karimganj Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Karimganj District is 1.94 k (1,940) with 994 (994) males and 946 (946) females, which is 0.16% of Karimganj District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 952 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Karimganj
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 964 |
| Urban Area | 982 |
| Rural Area | 962 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Karimganj
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 972 |
| Hindu | 953 |
| Christian | 980 |
| Religion not stated | 891 |
Karimganj Area & Households
The Total Area of Karimganj District is 1,809 Square KM, with a population density of 679 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Karimganj District are 7 and the Total Number of Villages in Karimganj District are 936.The Total Number of households in Karimganj District are 2.48 Lac(2,47,714).
Karimganj Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Karimganj District, there are about 3.99 Lac (3,99,171) workers, making up nearly 32.49% of the Karimganj District total population. Out of these, around 3.20 Lac (3,19,798) are male workers, and about 79.37 k (79,373) are female workers.
Karimganj - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Karimganj district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,15,521, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 12,28,686 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 42.08% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 19.54%.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.
Karimganj District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,15,521 to 12,28,686.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 42.08%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.16 Lac | --- | --- | 1.10 Lac | 1.06 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.43 Lac | 27.88 k | 12.93516641 | 1.25 Lac | 1.18 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.51 Lac | 7.77 k | 3.193521748 | 1.30 Lac | 1.21 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.66 Lac | 14.84 k | 5.906311213 | 1.38 Lac | 1.28 Lac |
| 1941 | 2.91 Lac | 25.31 k | 9.515914995 | 1.53 Lac | 1.38 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.78 Lac | 87.00 k | 29.86544007 | 1.99 Lac | 1.79 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.65 Lac | 86.87 k | 22.96285723 | 2.43 Lac | 2.22 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.82 Lac | 1.17 Lac | 25.13123444 | 3.02 Lac | 2.80 Lac |
| 1981 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1991 | 8.27 Lac | 2.45 Lac | 42.08 | 4.25 Lac | 4.02 Lac |
| 2001 | 10.08 Lac | 1.81 Lac | 21.87414985 | 5.18 Lac | 4.90 Lac |
| 2011 | 12.29 Lac | 2.21 Lac | 21.89635468 | 6.26 Lac | 6.03 Lac |
Karimganj - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14.17 Lac (14,16,576) | 15.29% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 14.30 Lac (14,29,670) | 16.36% | 1.07 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 14.42 Lac (14,41,865) | 17.35% | 0.99 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 14.53 Lac (14,53,434) | 18.29% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 14.65 Lac (14,65,004) | 19.23% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 14.77 Lac (14,76,573) | 20.17% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 14.88 Lac (14,88,143) | 21.12% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 14.98 Lac (14,98,462) | 21.96% | 0.84 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 15.08 Lac (15,07,843) | 22.72% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 15.17 Lac (15,17,263) | 23.49% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 15.27 Lac (15,26,643) | 24.25% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 15.36 Lac (15,36,063) | 25.02% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 15.45 Lac (15,45,444) | 25.78% | 0.76 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Karimganj District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 15.45 Lac (15,45,444), with a male population of 7.80 Lac (7,79,787) and a female population of 7.66 Lac (7,65,746). This reflects a total growth of 25.78% from Karimganj District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.03%.