Gondiya Population
As per the 2011 Census, Gondiya District has a population of 13.23 Lac (13,22,507) with 6.62 Lac (6,61,554) males and 6.61 Lac (6,60,953) females.The sex ratio in Gondiya is 1000, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Gondiya District is 1.40 Lac (1,40,365) which is 10.61% of Gondiya District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Gondiya District is 956 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Gondiya District is listed as part of MAHARASHTRA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Gondiya Population Census 2011
- Gondiya 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
Gondiya Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Gondiya District current estimated population is projected to be 14.96 Lac (14,95,697), indicating a 13.1% increased from Gondiya's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 7.51 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.45 Lac.
Gondiya Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Gondiya District estimated population is projected to be 15.07 Lac (15,07,084), projecting a 13.96% increased from Gondiya's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 7.57 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.50 Lac.
Gondiya Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Gondiya District, with a total Hindu population of 11.54 Lac (11,53,861), accounting for 87.25% of the Gondiya District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.77 Lac (5,77,270), and the Hindu female population is around 5.77 Lac (5,76,591).
Gondiya Buddhist Population
Buddhist is the second most popular religion in Gondiya District, with a total Buddhist population of 1.25 Lac (1,25,282), accounting for 9.47% of the Gondiya District population. Out of this, the Buddhist male population stands at approximately 62.33 k (62,334), and the Buddhist female population is around 62.95 k (62,948).
Gondiya Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 11,53,861 | 87.25% |
| Buddhist | 1,25,282 | 9.47% |
| Muslim | 26,157 | 1.98% |
| Religion not stated | 6,572 | 0.5% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 5,080 | 0.38% |
| Sikh | 2,160 | 0.16% |
| Christian | 1,827 | 0.14% |
| Jain | 1,568 | 0.12% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGondiya Urban Population
The Urban population of Gondiya District is 2.26 Lac (2,25,930), with 1.14 Lac (1,13,620) being males and 1.12 Lac (1,12,310) being females, making up 17.08% of the Gondiya total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 989 females for every 1000 males.
Gondiya Rural Population
The Rural population of Gondiya District is 10.97 Lac (10,96,577), with 5.48 Lac (5,47,934) being males and 5.49 Lac (5,48,643) being females, making up 82.92% of the Gondiya total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1002 females for every 1000 males.
Gondiya Literacy Rate
Gondiya District has a literacy rate of 84.95% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Gondiya District is 92.04 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Gondiya District is 77.89 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Gondiya District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 91.47%, while in the rural regions of Gondiya District, it is around 83.6%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Gondiya
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84.95 | 92.04 | 77.89 |
| Urban Area | 91.47 | 95.57 | 87.36 |
| Rural Area | 83.6 | 91.3 | 75.94 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Gondiya
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 84.5 | 91.68 | 77.35 |
| Buddhist | 87.91 | 94.81 | 81.1 |
| Muslim | 89.68 | 94.1 | 85.28 |
| Religion not stated | 85.66 | 92.94 | 77.56 |
Gondiya Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Gondiya District is 1.76 Lac (1,75,961) with 87.43 k (87,434) males and 88.53 k (88,527) females, which is 13.31% of Gondiya District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1013 females for every 1000 males.
Gondiya Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Gondiya District is 2.14 Lac (2,14,253) with 1.06 Lac (1,05,944) males and 1.08 Lac (1,08,309) females, which is 16.2% of Gondiya District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1023 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Gondiya
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1000 |
| Urban Area | 989 |
| Rural Area | 1002 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Gondiya
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 999 |
| Buddhist | 1010 |
| Muslim | 1002 |
| Religion not stated | 900 |
Gondiya Area & Households
The Total Area of Gondiya District is 5,234 Square KM, with a population density of 253 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Gondiya District are 10 and the Total Number of Villages in Gondiya District are 942.The Total Number of households in Gondiya District are 2.92 Lac(2,92,369).
Gondiya Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Gondiya District, there are about 6.65 Lac (6,65,419) workers, making up nearly 50.31% of the Gondiya District total population. Out of these, around 3.83 Lac (3,83,151) are male workers, and about 2.82 Lac (2,82,268) are female workers.
Gondiya - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Gondiya district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,13,952, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 13,22,507 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 25.9% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 12.92%.
Gondiya District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,13,952 to 13,22,507.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 25.9%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 3.14 Lac | 0 | 0 | 1.52 Lac | 1.62 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.66 Lac | 52.23 k | 16.63757517 | 1.80 Lac | 1.87 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.83 Lac | 16.95 k | 4.628522117 | 1.89 Lac | 1.94 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.40 Lac | 57.04 k | 14.88639774 | 2.18 Lac | 2.22 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.14 Lac | 74.00 k | 16.81055047 | 2.56 Lac | 2.58 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.72 Lac | 57.98 k | 11.27595227 | 2.85 Lac | 2.87 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.79 Lac | 1.07 Lac | 18.63138871 | 3.39 Lac | 3.39 Lac |
| 1971 | 8.55 Lac | 1.76 Lac | 25.89901877 | 4.30 Lac | 4.25 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.87 Lac | 1.33 Lac | 15.51290948 | 4.93 Lac | 4.94 Lac |
| 1991 | 10.86 Lac | 99.13 k | 10.04286341 | 5.45 Lac | 5.42 Lac |
| 2001 | 12.01 Lac | 1.14 Lac | 10.5398441 | 5.99 Lac | 6.02 Lac |
| 2011 | 13.23 Lac | 1.22 Lac | 10.14402348 | 6.62 Lac | 6.61 Lac |
Gondiya - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14.96 Lac (14,95,697) | 13.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 15.07 Lac (15,07,084) | 13.96% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 15.17 Lac (15,17,478) | 14.74% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 15.27 Lac (15,27,171) | 15.48% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 15.37 Lac (15,36,863) | 16.21% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 15.47 Lac (15,46,544) | 16.94% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 15.56 Lac (15,56,236) | 17.67% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 15.65 Lac (15,64,783) | 18.32% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 15.73 Lac (15,72,535) | 18.91% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 15.80 Lac (15,80,286) | 19.49% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 15.88 Lac (15,88,026) | 20.08% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 15.96 Lac (15,95,778) | 20.66% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 16.04 Lac (16,03,518) | 21.25% | 0.59 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Gondiya District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 16.04 Lac (16,03,518), with a male population of 8.06 Lac (8,05,609) and a female population of 7.98 Lac (7,97,645). This reflects a total growth of 21.25% from Gondiya District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.