Nagaon Population
As per the 2011 Census, Nagaon District has a population of 28.24 Lac (28,23,768) with 14.39 Lac (14,39,112) males and 13.85 Lac (13,84,656) females.The sex ratio in Nagaon is 963, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Nagaon District is 4.60 Lac (4,59,940) which is 16.29% of Nagaon District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Nagaon District is 964 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Nagaon District is listed as part of ASSAM State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Nagaon Population Census 2011
- Nagaon 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
Nagaon Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Nagaon District current estimated population is projected to be 32.56 Lac (32,55,575), indicating a 15.29% increased from Nagaon's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 16.52 Lac, and the estimated female population is 16.04 Lac.
Nagaon Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Nagaon District estimated population is projected to be 32.86 Lac (32,85,668), projecting a 16.36% increased from Nagaon's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 16.67 Lac, and the estimated female population is 16.19 Lac.
Nagaon Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Nagaon District, with a total Muslim population of 15.63 Lac (15,63,203), accounting for 55.36% of the Nagaon District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 7.97 Lac (7,97,294), and the Muslim female population is around 7.66 Lac (7,65,909).
Nagaon Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Nagaon District, with a total Hindu population of 12.25 Lac (12,25,246), accounting for 43.39% of the Nagaon District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.24 Lac (6,23,923), and the Hindu female population is around 6.01 Lac (6,01,323).
Nagaon Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 15,63,203 | 55.36% |
| Hindu | 12,25,246 | 43.39% |
| Christian | 26,844 | 0.95% |
| Religion not stated | 3,143 | 0.11% |
| Sikh | 3,036 | 0.11% |
| Jain | 1,162 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 1,073 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 61 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNagaon Urban Population
The Urban population of Nagaon District is 3.70 Lac (3,69,534), with 1.88 Lac (1,88,127) being males and 1.81 Lac (1,81,407) being females, making up 13.09% of the Nagaon total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 965 females for every 1000 males.
Nagaon Rural Population
The Rural population of Nagaon District is 24.54 Lac (24,54,234), with 12.51 Lac (12,50,985) being males and 12.03 Lac (12,03,249) being females, making up 86.91% of the Nagaon total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Nagaon Literacy Rate
Nagaon District has a literacy rate of 72.37% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Nagaon District is 76.51 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Nagaon District is 68.07 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Nagaon District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.23%, while in the rural regions of Nagaon District, it is around 69.96%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Nagaon
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72.37 | 76.51 | 68.07 |
| Urban Area | 87.23 | 90.58 | 83.76 |
| Rural Area | 69.96 | 74.22 | 65.52 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Nagaon
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 64.05 | 67.52 | 60.44 |
| Hindu | 82.12 | 86.99 | 77.06 |
| Christian | 62.7 | 69.15 | 56.16 |
| Religion not stated | 69.57 | 76.33 | 63.1 |
Nagaon Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Nagaon District is 2.66 Lac (2,66,350) with 1.36 Lac (1,36,473) males and 1.30 Lac (1,29,877) females, which is 9.43% of Nagaon District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 952 females for every 1000 males.
Nagaon Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Nagaon District is 1.15 Lac (1,15,153) with 57.76 k (57,759) males and 57.39 k (57,394) females, which is 4.08% of Nagaon District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 994 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Nagaon
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 |
| Urban Area | 965 |
| Rural Area | 962 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Nagaon
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 961 |
| Hindu | 964 |
| Christian | 977 |
| Religion not stated | 1035 |
Nagaon Area & Households
The Total Area of Nagaon District is 3,973 Square KM, with a population density of 711 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Nagaon District are 17 and the Total Number of Villages in Nagaon District are 1,412.The Total Number of households in Nagaon District are 5.59 Lac(5,59,340).
Nagaon Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Nagaon District, there are about 9.80 Lac (9,79,998) workers, making up nearly 34.71% of the Nagaon District total population. Out of these, around 7.67 Lac (7,66,728) are male workers, and about 2.13 Lac (2,13,270) are female workers.
Nagaon - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Nagaon district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,94,534, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 28,23,768 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 51.26% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 31.16%.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.
Nagaon District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,94,534 to 28,23,768.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 51.26%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.95 Lac | --- | --- | 99.06 k | 95.48 k |
| 1911 | 2.25 Lac | 30.81 k | 15.8378484 | 1.15 Lac | 1.10 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.97 Lac | 71.98 k | 31.94138739 | 1.56 Lac | 1.41 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.20 Lac | 1.23 Lac | 41.34944606 | 2.23 Lac | 1.97 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.85 Lac | 64.61 k | 15.37394441 | 2.60 Lac | 2.25 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.63 Lac | 1.78 Lac | 36.64972756 | 3.57 Lac | 3.05 Lac |
| 1961 | 9.01 Lac | 2.38 Lac | 35.91390612 | 4.82 Lac | 4.19 Lac |
| 1971 | 12.52 Lac | 3.51 Lac | 38.98773732 | 6.61 Lac | 5.91 Lac |
| 1981 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1991 | 18.93 Lac | 6.42 Lac | 51.26 | 9.81 Lac | 9.12 Lac |
| 2001 | 23.15 Lac | 4.21 Lac | 22.26201437 | 11.91 Lac | 11.24 Lac |
| 2011 | 28.24 Lac | 5.09 Lac | 21.99657051 | 14.39 Lac | 13.85 Lac |
Nagaon - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 32.56 Lac (32,55,575) | 15.29% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 32.86 Lac (32,85,668) | 16.36% | 1.07 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 33.14 Lac (33,13,695) | 17.35% | 0.99 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 33.40 Lac (33,40,284) | 18.29% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 33.67 Lac (33,66,873) | 19.23% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 33.93 Lac (33,93,463) | 20.17% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 34.20 Lac (34,20,052) | 21.12% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 34.44 Lac (34,43,767) | 21.96% | 0.84 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 34.65 Lac (34,65,326) | 22.72% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 34.87 Lac (34,86,974) | 23.49% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 35.09 Lac (35,08,533) | 24.25% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 35.30 Lac (35,30,182) | 25.02% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 35.52 Lac (35,51,741) | 25.78% | 0.76 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Nagaon District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 35.52 Lac (35,51,741), with a male population of 17.93 Lac (17,93,041) and a female population of 17.59 Lac (17,58,885). This reflects a total growth of 25.78% from Nagaon District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.87%.