Surat Population
As per the 2011 Census, Surat District has a population of 60.81 Lac (60,81,322) with 34.02 Lac (34,02,224) males and 26.79 Lac (26,79,098) females.The sex ratio in Surat is 788, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Surat District is 7.36 Lac (7,36,286) which is 12.11% of Surat District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Surat District is 835 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Surat District is listed as part of GUJARAT State in INDIA.
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Surat Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Surat District current estimated population is projected to be 72.66 Lac (72,65,680), indicating a 19.48% increased from Surat's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 40.95 Lac, and the estimated female population is 31.75 Lac.
Surat Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Surat District estimated population is projected to be 73.51 Lac (73,51,430), projecting a 20.89% increased from Surat's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 41.45 Lac, and the estimated female population is 32.11 Lac.
Surat Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Surat District, with a total Hindu population of 52.60 Lac (52,60,193), accounting for 86.5% of the Surat District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 29.65 Lac (29,64,682), and the Hindu female population is around 22.96 Lac (22,95,511).
Surat Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Surat District, with a total Muslim population of 6.61 Lac (6,60,772), accounting for 10.87% of the Surat District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 3.54 Lac (3,53,932), and the Muslim female population is around 3.07 Lac (3,06,840).
Surat Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 52,60,193 | 86.5% |
| Muslim | 6,60,772 | 10.87% |
| Jain | 1,12,835 | 1.86% |
| Christian | 21,052 | 0.35% |
| Buddhist | 12,902 | 0.21% |
| Sikh | 5,703 | 0.09% |
| Religion not stated | 3,945 | 0.06% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 3,920 | 0.06% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSurat Urban Population
The Urban population of Surat District is 48.49 Lac (48,49,213), with 27.62 Lac (27,62,164) being males and 20.87 Lac (20,87,049) being females, making up 79.74% of the Surat total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 756 females for every 1000 males.
Surat Rural Population
The Rural population of Surat District is 12.32 Lac (12,32,109), with 6.40 Lac (6,40,060) being males and 5.92 Lac (5,92,049) being females, making up 20.26% of the Surat total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 925 females for every 1000 males.
Surat Literacy Rate
Surat District has a literacy rate of 85.53% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Surat District is 89.56 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Surat District is 80.37 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Surat District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.74%, while in the rural regions of Surat District, it is around 76.92%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Surat
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 85.53 | 89.56 | 80.37 |
| Urban Area | 87.74 | 91.14 | 83.19 |
| Rural Area | 76.92 | 82.76 | 70.6 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Surat
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 85.65 | 89.84 | 80.19 |
| Muslim | 82.65 | 85.8 | 78.98 |
| Jain | 97.07 | 97.87 | 96.2 |
| Christian | 84.04 | 88.24 | 79.64 |
Surat Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Surat District is 1.58 Lac (1,58,115) with 82.20 k (82,202) males and 75.91 k (75,913) females, which is 2.6% of Surat District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 924 females for every 1000 males.
Surat Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Surat District is 8.57 Lac (8,56,952) with 4.32 Lac (4,32,089) males and 4.25 Lac (4,24,863) females, which is 14.09% of Surat District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 984 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Surat
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 788 |
| Urban Area | 756 |
| Rural Area | 925 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Surat
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 775 |
| Muslim | 867 |
| Jain | 927 |
| Christian | 948 |
Surat Area & Households
The Total Area of Surat District is 4,549 Square KM, with a population density of 1,337 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Surat District are 22 and the Total Number of Villages in Surat District are 713.The Total Number of households in Surat District are 13.33 Lac(13,33,200).
Surat Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Surat District, there are about 25.54 Lac (25,53,542) workers, making up nearly 41.99% of the Surat District total population. Out of these, around 21.43 Lac (21,42,819) are male workers, and about 4.11 Lac (4,10,723) are female workers.
Surat - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Surat district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,62,643, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 60,81,322 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 54.3% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 27.54%.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.
Surat District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,62,643 to 60,81,322.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 54.3%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 4.63 Lac | 2.32 Lac | 2.30 Lac | ||
| 1911 | 4.95 Lac | 32.13 k | 6.944447447 | 2.49 Lac | 2.46 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.97 Lac | 1.90 k | 0.38401604 | 2.50 Lac | 2.47 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.46 Lac | 49.35 k | 9.935550898 | 2.75 Lac | 2.71 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.59 Lac | 1.13 Lac | 20.64052833 | 3.33 Lac | 3.26 Lac |
| 1951 | 7.82 Lac | 1.23 Lac | 18.65833534 | 3.96 Lac | 3.85 Lac |
| 1961 | 9.85 Lac | 2.03 Lac | 25.97972173 | 5.01 Lac | 4.84 Lac |
| 1971 | 13.29 Lac | 3.45 Lac | 35.00932782 | 6.84 Lac | 6.45 Lac |
| 1981 | 19.65 Lac | 6.36 Lac | 47.82664948 | 10.30 Lac | 9.35 Lac |
| 1991 | 27.71 Lac | 8.06 Lac | 40.99657039 | 14.72 Lac | 12.99 Lac |
| 2001 | 42.76 Lac | 15.05 Lac | 54.30032108 | 23.62 Lac | 19.13 Lac |
| 2011 | 60.81 Lac | 18.06 Lac | 42.23517965 | 34.02 Lac | 26.79 Lac |
Surat - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 72.66 Lac (72,65,680) | 19.48% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 73.51 Lac (73,51,430) | 20.89% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 74.32 Lac (74,31,896) | 22.21% | 1.32 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 75.09 Lac (75,08,574) | 23.47% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 75.85 Lac (75,85,251) | 24.73% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 76.62 Lac (76,61,928) | 25.99% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 77.39 Lac (77,38,605) | 27.25% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 78.10 Lac (78,09,898) | 28.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 78.77 Lac (78,77,401) | 29.53% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 79.45 Lac (79,44,905) | 30.64% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 80.12 Lac (80,12,409) | 31.75% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 80.80 Lac (80,79,913) | 32.86% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 81.47 Lac (81,47,416) | 33.97% | 1.11 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Surat District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 81.47 Lac (81,47,416), with a male population of 46.03 Lac (46,02,827) and a female population of 35.51 Lac (35,50,966). This reflects a total growth of 33.97% from Surat District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.36%.