Nalbari Population
As per the 2011 Census, Nalbari District has a population of 7.72 Lac (7,71,639) with 3.96 Lac (3,96,006) males and 3.76 Lac (3,75,633) females.The sex ratio in Nalbari is 949, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Nalbari District is 95.33 k (95,333) which is 12.35% of Nalbari District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Nalbari District is 968 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Nalbari District is listed as part of ASSAM State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Nalbari Population Census 2011
- Nalbari 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
Nalbari Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Nalbari District current estimated population is projected to be 8.90 Lac (8,89,638), indicating a 15.29% increased from Nalbari's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 4.55 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.35 Lac.
Nalbari Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Nalbari District estimated population is projected to be 8.98 Lac (8,97,861), projecting a 16.36% increased from Nalbari's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 4.59 Lac, and the estimated female population is 4.39 Lac.
Nalbari Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Nalbari District, with a total Hindu population of 4.92 Lac (4,91,582), accounting for 63.71% of the Nalbari District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.52 Lac (2,51,621), and the Hindu female population is around 2.40 Lac (2,39,961).
Nalbari Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Nalbari District, with a total Muslim population of 2.77 Lac (2,77,488), accounting for 35.96% of the Nalbari District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.43 Lac (1,43,023), and the Muslim female population is around 1.34 Lac (1,34,465).
Nalbari Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 4,91,582 | 63.71% |
| Muslim | 2,77,488 | 35.96% |
| Religion not stated | 1,038 | 0.13% |
| Jain | 1,004 | 0.13% |
| Christian | 429 | 0.06% |
| Sikh | 62 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 27 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 9 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNalbari Urban Population
The Urban population of Nalbari District is 82.73 k (82,730), with 42.33 k (42,329) being males and 40.40 k (40,401) being females, making up 10.72% of the Nalbari total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 955 females for every 1000 males.
Nalbari Rural Population
The Rural population of Nalbari District is 6.89 Lac (6,88,909), with 3.54 Lac (3,53,677) being males and 3.35 Lac (3,35,232) being females, making up 89.28% of the Nalbari total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 948 females for every 1000 males.
Nalbari Literacy Rate
Nalbari District has a literacy rate of 78.63% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Nalbari District is 84.36 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Nalbari District is 72.57 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Nalbari District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 89.89%, while in the rural regions of Nalbari District, it is around 77.22%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Nalbari
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78.63 | 84.36 | 72.57 |
| Urban Area | 89.89 | 93.72 | 85.88 |
| Rural Area | 77.22 | 83.19 | 70.9 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Nalbari
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 86.48 | 91.82 | 80.88 |
| Muslim | 63.36 | 70.04 | 56.21 |
| Religion not stated | 78.63 | 82.05 | 75 |
| Jain | 96.72 | 98.37 | 94.81 |
Nalbari Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Nalbari District is 60.22 k (60,216) with 30.65 k (30,654) males and 29.56 k (29,562) females, which is 7.8% of Nalbari District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 965 females for every 1000 males.
Nalbari Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Nalbari District is 23.36 k (23,364) with 11.69 k (11,692) males and 11.67 k (11,672) females, which is 3.03% of Nalbari District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 999 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Nalbari
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 949 |
| Urban Area | 955 |
| Rural Area | 948 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Nalbari
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 954 |
| Muslim | 941 |
| Religion not stated | 933 |
| Jain | 839 |
Nalbari Area & Households
The Total Area of Nalbari District is 1,052 Square KM, with a population density of 733 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Nalbari District are 11 and the Total Number of Villages in Nalbari District are 456.The Total Number of households in Nalbari District are 1.55 Lac(1,55,248).
Nalbari Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Nalbari District, there are about 2.68 Lac (2,67,623) workers, making up nearly 34.68% of the Nalbari District total population. Out of these, around 2.10 Lac (2,10,202) are male workers, and about 57.42 k (57,421) are female workers.
Nalbari - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Nalbari district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 91,724, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 7,71,639 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 42.31% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 24.20%.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.
Nalbari District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 91,724 to 7,71,639.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 42.31%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 91.72 k | --- | --- | 45.59 k | 46.13 k |
| 1911 | 1.04 Lac | 12.23 k | 13.32802756 | 52.83 k | 51.12 k |
| 1921 | 1.19 Lac | 14.76 k | 14.19542276 | 61.83 k | 56.87 k |
| 1931 | 1.52 Lac | 33.14 k | 27.91879028 | 79.81 k | 72.04 k |
| 1941 | 1.97 Lac | 44.69 k | 29.43047561 | 1.05 Lac | 91.85 k |
| 1951 | 2.32 Lac | 35.16 k | 17.89146971 | 1.21 Lac | 1.10 Lac |
| 1961 | 3.30 Lac | 98.04 k | 42.31283826 | 1.73 Lac | 1.57 Lac |
| 1971 | 4.30 Lac | 1.00 Lac | 30.33457069 | 2.23 Lac | 2.07 Lac |
| 1981 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1991 | 6.03 Lac | 1.74 Lac | 40.38 | 3.13 Lac | 2.91 Lac |
| 2001 | 6.89 Lac | 85.75 k | 14.21266453 | 3.57 Lac | 3.32 Lac |
| 2011 | 7.72 Lac | 82.59 k | 11.98543508 | 3.96 Lac | 3.76 Lac |
Nalbari - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8.90 Lac (8,89,638) | 15.29% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 8.98 Lac (8,97,861) | 16.36% | 1.07 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 9.06 Lac (9,05,520) | 17.35% | 0.99 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 9.13 Lac (9,12,785) | 18.29% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 9.20 Lac (9,20,051) | 19.23% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 9.27 Lac (9,27,317) | 20.17% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 9.35 Lac (9,34,583) | 21.12% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 9.41 Lac (9,41,064) | 21.96% | 0.84 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 9.47 Lac (9,46,955) | 22.72% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 9.53 Lac (9,52,871) | 23.49% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 9.59 Lac (9,58,762) | 24.25% | 0.76 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 9.65 Lac (9,64,678) | 25.02% | 0.77 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 9.71 Lac (9,70,569) | 25.78% | 0.76 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Nalbari District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 9.71 Lac (9,70,569), with a male population of 4.93 Lac (4,93,398) and a female population of 4.77 Lac (4,77,155). This reflects a total growth of 25.78% from Nalbari District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.03%.