South Goa Population
As per the 2011 Census, South Goa District has a population of 6.41 Lac (6,40,537) with 3.22 Lac (3,22,463) males and 3.18 Lac (3,18,074) females.The sex ratio in South Goa is 987, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of South Goa District is 66.91 k (66,906) which is 10.45% of South Goa District overall population, Child sex Ratio of South Goa District is 947 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, South Goa District is listed as part of GOA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- South Goa Population Census 2011
- South Goa 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
South Goa Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, South Goa District current estimated population is projected to be 6.94 Lac (6,93,879), indicating a 8.33% increased from South Goa's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.47 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.47 Lac.
South Goa Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, South Goa District estimated population is projected to be 6.97 Lac (6,97,377), projecting a 8.87% increased from South Goa's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.49 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.49 Lac.
South Goa Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in South Goa District, with a total Hindu population of 3.42 Lac (3,41,664), accounting for 53.34% of the South Goa District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.79 Lac (1,79,051), and the Hindu female population is around 1.63 Lac (1,62,613).
South Goa Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in South Goa District, with a total Christian population of 2.32 Lac (2,31,961), accounting for 36.21% of the South Goa District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 1.09 Lac (1,08,534), and the Christian female population is around 1.23 Lac (1,23,427).
South Goa Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 3,41,664 | 53.34% |
| Christian | 2,31,961 | 36.21% |
| Muslim | 63,623 | 9.93% |
| Religion not stated | 1,237 | 0.19% |
| Sikh | 855 | 0.13% |
| Jain | 563 | 0.09% |
| Buddhist | 542 | 0.08% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 92 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSouth Goa Urban Population
The Urban population of South Goa District is 4.14 Lac (4,13,733), with 2.11 Lac (2,10,935) being males and 2.03 Lac (2,02,798) being females, making up 64.59% of the South Goa total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 962 females for every 1000 males.
South Goa Rural Population
The Rural population of South Goa District is 2.27 Lac (2,26,804), with 1.12 Lac (1,11,528) being males and 1.15 Lac (1,15,276) being females, making up 35.41% of the South Goa total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1034 females for every 1000 males.
South Goa Literacy Rate
South Goa District has a literacy rate of 87.59% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of South Goa District is 91.67 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of South Goa District is 83.47 higher than national average of 64.63%. In South Goa District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 89.11%, while in the rural regions of South Goa District, it is around 84.83%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of South Goa
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87.59 | 91.67 | 83.47 |
| Urban Area | 89.11 | 92.61 | 85.47 |
| Rural Area | 84.83 | 89.89 | 79.98 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in South Goa
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 87.56 | 91.89 | 82.79 |
| Christian | 88.26 | 92.26 | 84.79 |
| Muslim | 84.91 | 88.18 | 81.35 |
| Religion not stated | 87.79 | 93.29 | 80.94 |
South Goa Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in South Goa District is 7.84 k (7,843) with 3.92 k (3,915) males and 3.93 k (3,928) females, which is 1.22% of South Goa District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1004 females for every 1000 males.
South Goa Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in South Goa District is 92.67 k (92,669) with 45.12 k (45,124) males and 47.55 k (47,545) females, which is 14.47% of South Goa District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1054 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of South Goa
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 987 |
| Urban Area | 962 |
| Rural Area | 1034 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in South Goa
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 909 |
| Christian | 1138 |
| Muslim | 924 |
| Religion not stated | 844 |
South Goa Area & Households
The Total Area of South Goa District is 1,966 Square KM, with a population density of 326 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in South Goa District are 23 and the Total Number of Villages in South Goa District are 140.The Total Number of households in South Goa District are 1.52 Lac(1,51,845).
South Goa Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In South Goa District, there are about 2.50 Lac (2,49,590) workers, making up nearly 38.97% of the South Goa District total population. Out of these, around 1.80 Lac (1,80,411) are male workers, and about 69.18 k (69,179) are female workers.
South Goa - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, South Goa district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,81,439, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 6,40,537 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 40.14% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1910 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 12.74%.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.
South Goa District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,81,439 to 6,40,537.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 40.14%.
- The year 1910 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1900 | 1.81 Lac | - | - | 87.48 k | 93.96 k |
| 1910 | 1.80 Lac | -1.01 k | -0.556660916 | 86.30 k | 94.13 k |
| 1921 | 1.81 Lac | 1.03 k | 0.56864473 | 87.72 k | 93.74 k |
| 1931 | 1.92 Lac | 10.21 k | 5.627841614 | 93.40 k | 98.27 k |
| 1940 | 2.04 Lac | 12.63 k | 6.589553757 | 99.27 k | 1.05 Lac |
| 1950 | 2.17 Lac | 12.28 k | 6.009388293 | 1.03 Lac | 1.14 Lac |
| 1960 | 2.40 Lac | 23.76 k | 10.96899905 | 1.18 Lac | 1.23 Lac |
| 1971 | 3.37 Lac | 96.48 k | 40.14396871 | 1.72 Lac | 1.65 Lac |
| 1981 | 4.40 Lac | 1.03 Lac | 30.55746894 | 2.23 Lac | 2.17 Lac |
| 1991 | 5.05 Lac | 65.26 k | 14.84122003 | 2.56 Lac | 2.49 Lac |
| 2001 | 5.89 Lac | 84.11 k | 16.65501625 | 2.99 Lac | 2.90 Lac |
| 2011 | 6.41 Lac | 51.44 k | 8.73237763 | 3.22 Lac | 3.18 Lac |
South Goa - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6.94 Lac (6,93,879) | 8.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 6.97 Lac (6,97,377) | 8.87% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 7.01 Lac (7,00,875) | 9.42% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 7.04 Lac (7,03,935) | 9.9% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 7.07 Lac (7,06,996) | 10.38% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 7.10 Lac (7,10,057) | 10.85% | 0.47 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 7.13 Lac (7,13,117) | 11.33% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 7.16 Lac (7,15,740) | 11.74% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 7.18 Lac (7,18,364) | 12.15% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 7.21 Lac (7,20,987) | 12.56% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 7.23 Lac (7,23,173) | 12.9% | 0.34 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 7.26 Lac (7,25,797) | 13.31% | 0.41 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 7.28 Lac (7,28,420) | 13.72% | 0.41 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that South Goa District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 7.28 Lac (7,28,420), with a male population of 3.62 Lac (3,62,445) and a female population of 3.66 Lac (3,66,028). This reflects a total growth of 13.72% from South Goa District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.55%.