Gujarat Population
As per the 2011 Census, Gujarat State has a population of 6.04 Cr (6,04,39,692) with 3.15 Cr (3,14,91,260) males and 2.89 Cr (2,89,48,432) females.The sex ratio in Gujarat is 920, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Gujarat State is 77.77 Lac (77,77,262) which is 12.87% of Gujarat State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Gujarat State is 890 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Gujarat State is listed as part of the West region of India .
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Gujarat Population Census 2011
- Gujarat 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
Gujarat Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Gujarat State current estimated population is projected to be 7.22 Cr (7,22,10,518), indicating a 19.48% increased from Gujarat's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.79 Cr, and the estimated female population is 3.43 Cr.
Gujarat Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Gujarat State estimated population is projected to be 7.31 Cr (7,30,62,758), projecting a 20.89% increased from Gujarat's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.84 Cr, and the estimated female population is 3.47 Cr.
Gujarat Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Gujarat State, with a total Hindu population of 5.35 Cr (5,35,33,988), accounting for 88.57% of the Gujarat State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.79 Cr (2,79,41,177), and the Hindu female population is around 2.56 Cr (2,55,92,811).
Gujarat Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Gujarat State, with a total Muslim population of 58.47 Lac (58,46,761), accounting for 9.67% of the Gujarat State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 30.07 Lac (30,07,221), and the Muslim female population is around 28.40 Lac (28,39,540).
Gujarat Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 5,35,33,988 | 88.57% |
| Muslim | 58,46,761 | 9.67% |
| Jain | 5,79,654 | 0.96% |
| Christian | 3,16,178 | 0.52% |
| Sikh | 58,246 | 0.1% |
| Religion not stated | 57,902 | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 30,483 | 0.05% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 16,480 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGujarat Urban Population
The Urban population of Gujarat State is 2.57 Cr (2,57,45,083), with 1.37 Cr (1,36,92,101) being males and 1.21 Cr (1,20,52,982) being females, making up 42.6% of the Gujarat total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 881 females for every 1000 males.
Gujarat Rural Population
The Rural population of Gujarat State is 3.47 Cr (3,46,94,609), with 1.78 Cr (1,77,99,159) being males and 1.69 Cr (1,68,95,450) being females, making up 57.4% of the Gujarat total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 950 females for every 1000 males.
Gujarat Literacy Rate
Gujarat State has a literacy rate of 78.03% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Gujarat State is 85.75 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Gujarat State is 69.68 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Gujarat State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.31%, while in the rural regions of Gujarat State, it is around 71.71%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Gujarat
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78.03 | 85.75 | 69.68 |
| Urban Area | 86.31 | 90.98 | 81.03 |
| Rural Area | 71.71 | 81.61 | 61.36 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Gujarat
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 77.46 | 85.45 | 68.8 |
| Muslim | 80.82 | 87.15 | 74.14 |
| Jain | 96.98 | 97.93 | 96.01 |
| Christian | 83.94 | 88.25 | 79.58 |
Gujarat Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Gujarat State is 40.74 Lac (40,74,447) with 21.10 Lac (21,10,331) males and 19.64 Lac (19,64,116) females, which is 6.74% of Gujarat State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 931 females for every 1000 males.
Gujarat Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Gujarat State is 89.17 Lac (89,17,174) with 45.01 Lac (45,01,389) males and 44.16 Lac (44,15,785) females, which is 14.75% of Gujarat State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 981 females for every 1000 males.
Gujarat Slum Population
Slum Population in Gujarat State is 16.80 Lac (16,80,095) with 9.13 Lac (9,12,571) males and 7.68 Lac (7,67,524) females, which is 2.78% of Gujarat State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 842 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Gujarat State are 3.46 Lac (3,45,998).
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Gujarat
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 920 |
| Urban Area | 881 |
| Rural Area | 950 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Gujarat
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 916 |
| Muslim | 945 |
| Jain | 966 |
| Christian | 980 |
Gujarat Area & Households
The Total Area of Gujarat State is 1,96,244 Square KM, with a population density of 308 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Gujarat State are 348 and the Total Number of Villages in Gujarat State are 18,225.The Total Number of households in Gujarat State are 1.22 Cr(1,22,48,428).
Gujarat Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Gujarat State, there are about 2.48 Cr (2,47,67,747) workers, making up nearly 40.98% of the Gujarat State total population. Out of these, around 1.80 Cr (1,80,00,914) are male workers, and about 67.67 Lac (67,66,833) are female workers.
Gujarat - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Gujarat state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 90,94,748, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 6,04,39,692 by the dataset's conclusion.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 29.39% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 19.05%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Gujarat State population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 90,94,748 to 6,04,39,692.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 29.39%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 90.95 Lac | ----- | ----- | 46.55 Lac | 44.40 Lac |
| 1911 | 98.04 Lac | 7.09 Lac | 7.793937776 | 50.38 Lac | 47.66 Lac |
| 1921 | 1.02 Cr | 3.71 Lac | 3.788429684 | 52.33 Lac | 49.42 Lac |
| 1931 | 1.15 Cr | 13.15 Lac | 12.92226458 | 59.07 Lac | 55.83 Lac |
| 1941 | 1.37 Cr | 22.12 Lac | 19.24940043 | 70.60 Lac | 66.41 Lac |
| 1951 | 1.63 Cr | 25.61 Lac | 18.69208822 | 83.32 Lac | 79.31 Lac |
| 1961 | 2.06 Cr | 43.71 Lac | 26.87563908 | 1.06 Cr | 99.99 Lac |
| 1971 | 2.67 Cr | 60.64 Lac | 29.38991972 | 1.38 Cr | 1.29 Cr |
| 1981 | 3.41 Cr | 73.88 Lac | 27.6742426 | 1.76 Cr | 1.65 Cr |
| 1991 | 4.13 Cr | 72.24 Lac | 21.1929402 | 2.14 Cr | 2.00 Cr |
| 2001 | 5.07 Cr | 93.61 Lac | 22.66165511 | 2.64 Cr | 2.43 Cr |
| 2011 | 6.04 Cr | 97.69 Lac | 19.27862431 | 3.15 Cr | 2.89 Cr |
Gujarat - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7.22 Cr (7,22,10,518) | 19.48% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 7.31 Cr (7,30,62,758) | 20.89% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 7.39 Cr (7,38,62,477) | 22.21% | 1.32 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 7.46 Cr (7,46,24,538) | 23.47% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 7.54 Cr (7,53,86,600) | 24.73% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 7.61 Cr (7,61,48,661) | 25.99% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 7.69 Cr (7,69,10,723) | 27.25% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 7.76 Cr (7,76,19,271) | 28.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 7.83 Cr (7,82,90,163) | 29.53% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 7.90 Cr (7,89,61,054) | 30.64% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 7.96 Cr (7,96,31,946) | 31.75% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 8.03 Cr (8,03,02,837) | 32.86% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 8.10 Cr (8,09,73,729) | 33.97% | 1.11 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Gujarat State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 8.10 Cr (8,09,73,729), with a male population of 4.26 Cr (4,26,04,133) and a female population of 3.84 Cr (3,83,69,215). This reflects a total growth of 33.97% from Gujarat State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.21%.