Districts in Goa State

Goa Population

As per the 2011 Census, Goa State has a population of 14.59 Lac (14,58,545) with 7.39 Lac (7,39,140) males and 7.19 Lac (7,19,405) females.The sex ratio in Goa is 974, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Goa State is 1.45 Lac (1,44,611) which is 9.91% of Goa State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Goa State is 943 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Goa State is listed as part of the West region of India .

14.59 Lac

Toatl Population

7.39 Lac

Male Population

7.19 Lac

Female Population

Goa Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Goa State current estimated population is projected to be 15.80 Lac (15,80,008), indicating a 8.33% increased from Goa's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 7.96 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.84 Lac.

Goa Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Goa State estimated population is projected to be 15.88 Lac (15,87,973), projecting a 8.87% increased from Goa's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 8.00 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.89 Lac.

Goa Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Goa State, with a total Hindu population of 9.64 Lac (9,63,877), accounting for 66.08% of the Goa State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.00 Lac (4,99,587), and the Hindu female population is around 4.64 Lac (4,64,290).

Goa Christian Population

Christian is the second most popular religion in Goa State, with a total Christian population of 3.66 Lac (3,66,130), accounting for 25.1% of the Goa State population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 1.72 Lac (1,71,964), and the Christian female population is around 1.94 Lac (1,94,166).

Goa Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu9,63,87766.08%
Christian3,66,13025.1%
Muslim1,21,5648.33%
Religion not stated3,0390.21%
Sikh1,4730.1%
Jain1,1090.08%
Buddhist1,0950.08%
Other religions and persuasions2580.02%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Goa Urban Population

The Urban population of Goa State is 9.07 Lac (9,06,814), with 4.64 Lac (4,63,704) being males and 4.43 Lac (4,43,110) being females, making up 62.17% of the Goa total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 956 females for every 1000 males.

Goa Rural Population

The Rural population of Goa State is 5.52 Lac (5,51,731), with 2.75 Lac (2,75,436) being males and 2.76 Lac (2,76,295) being females, making up 37.83% of the Goa total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1004 females for every 1000 males.

Goa Literacy Rate

Goa State has a literacy rate of 88.7% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Goa State is 92.65 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Goa State is 84.66 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Goa State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 89.95%, while in the rural regions of Goa State, it is around 86.65%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Goa

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 88.7 92.65 84.66
Urban Area 89.95 93.21 86.56
Rural Area 86.65 91.71 81.63

Literacy Rate by Religion in Goa

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 88.69 92.99 84.07
Christian 89.92 93.4 86.88
Muslim 84.73 87.63 81.51
Religion not stated 87.37 91.7 82.35

Goa Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Goa State is 25.45 k (25,449) with 12.63 k (12,627) males and 12.82 k (12,822) females, which is 1.74% of Goa State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1016 females for every 1000 males.

Goa Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Goa State is 1.49 Lac (1,49,275) with 72.95 k (72,948) males and 76.33 k (76,327) females, which is 10.23% of Goa State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1047 females for every 1000 males.

Goa Slum Population

Slum Population in Goa State is 26.25 k (26,247) with 13.83 k (13,826) males and 12.42 k (12,421) females, which is 1.8% of Goa State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 899 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Goa State are 5.50 k (5,497).

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Goa

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 974
Urban Area 956
Rural Area 1004

Sex Ratio by Religion in Goa

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 930
Christian 1130
Muslim 905
Religion not stated 882

Goa Area & Households

The Total Area of Goa State is 3,702 Square KM, with a population density of 394 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Goa State are 70 and the Total Number of Villages in Goa State are 334.The Total Number of households in Goa State are 3.44 Lac(3,43,611).

Goa Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Goa State, there are about 5.77 Lac (5,77,248) workers, making up nearly 39.58% of the Goa State total population. Out of these, around 4.20 Lac (4,19,536) are male workers, and about 1.58 Lac (1,57,712) are female workers.

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

Goa state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 4,75,513, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 14,58,545 by the dataset's conclusion.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 34.77% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 11.23%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1900) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.

Goa State population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 4,75,513 to 14,58,545.
  • The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 34.77%.
  • The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1900 4.76 Lac - - 2.27 Lac 2.48 Lac
1910 4.87 Lac 11.24 k 2.363552626 2.31 Lac 2.56 Lac
1921 4.69 Lac -17.26 k -3.545542699 2.21 Lac 2.48 Lac
1931 5.05 Lac 35.79 k 7.622461629 2.42 Lac 2.63 Lac
1940 5.41 Lac 35.64 k 7.054292562 2.60 Lac 2.81 Lac
1950 5.47 Lac 6.52 k 1.205897306 2.57 Lac 2.90 Lac
1960 5.90 Lac 42.55 k 7.772245035 2.86 Lac 3.04 Lac
1971 7.95 Lac 2.05 Lac 34.76678695 4.01 Lac 3.94 Lac
1981 10.08 Lac 2.13 Lac 26.74174967 5.10 Lac 4.98 Lac
1991 11.70 Lac 1.62 Lac 16.07979765 5.95 Lac 5.75 Lac
2001 13.48 Lac 1.78 Lac 15.20568169 6.87 Lac 6.60 Lac
2011 14.59 Lac 1.11 Lac 8.22732305 7.39 Lac 7.19 Lac

Historical Population of Goa by Census Year 1901-2011

Goa - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 15.80 Lac (15,80,008) 8.33%
2025 15.88 Lac (15,87,973) 8.87% 0.54 %
2026 15.96 Lac (15,95,937) 9.42% 0.55 %
2027 16.03 Lac (16,02,907) 9.9% 0.48 %
2028 16.10 Lac (16,09,876) 10.38% 0.48 %
2029 16.17 Lac (16,16,845) 10.85% 0.47 %
2030 16.24 Lac (16,23,814) 11.33% 0.48 %
2031 16.30 Lac (16,29,788) 11.74% 0.41 %
2032 16.36 Lac (16,35,761) 12.15% 0.41 %
2033 16.42 Lac (16,41,735) 12.56% 0.41 %
2034 16.47 Lac (16,46,713) 12.9% 0.34 %
2035 16.53 Lac (16,52,686) 13.31% 0.41 %
2036 16.59 Lac (16,58,660) 13.72% 0.41 %

Projected estimates indicate that Goa State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 16.59 Lac (16,58,660), with a male population of 8.31 Lac (8,30,786) and a female population of 8.28 Lac (8,27,864). This reflects a total growth of 13.72% from Goa State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.45%.

Goa Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Goa is 14.59 Lac (14,58,545).

The estimated population of Goa in 2024 is approximately 15.80 Lac (15,80,008).

Hindu constitute 66.08% of Goa population, amounting to approximately 9.64 Lac (9,63,877) people.

Christian constitute 25.1% of Goa population, totaling around 3.66 Lac (3,66,130) people.

Hindu: 66.08%, Christian: 25.1%, Muslim: 8.33%, Religion not stated: 0.21%, Sikh: 0.1%, Jain: 0.08%, Buddhist: 0.08%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.02%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Goa is 25.45 k (1.74%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 1.49 Lac (10.23%).

In Goa, 9.07 Lac (62.17%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 5.52 Lac (37.83%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goa is 88.7%, with male literacy at 92.65% and female literacy at 84.66%.

The sex ratio in Goa is 974 females for every 1000 males.

Goa population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.45% up to 2036.