Samanda Population
As per the 2011 Census, Samanda Tehsil has a population of 56.24 k (56,235) with 28.90 k (28,903) males and 27.33 k (27,332) females.The sex ratio in Samanda is 946, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Samanda Tehsil is 9.95 k (9,951) which is 17.7% of Samanda Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Samanda Tehsil is 964 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Samanda Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the East Garo Hills District in the state of MEGHALAYA in India.
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Samanda Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Samanda Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 63.98 k (63,984), indicating a 13.78% increased from Samanda 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 32.74 k, and the estimated female population is 31.24 k.
Samanda Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Samanda Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 64.57 k (64,568), projecting a 14.82% increased from Samanda 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 33.03 k, and the estimated female population is 31.54 k.
Samanda Christian Population
Christian is the most popular religion in Samanda Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 51.64 k (51,640), accounting for 91.83% of the Samanda Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 26.22 k (26,222), and the Christian female population is around 25.42 k (25,418).
Samanda Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Samanda Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 2.83 k (2,833), accounting for 5.04% of the Samanda Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.70 k (1,699), and the Hindu female population is around 1.13 k (1,134).
Samanda Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 51,640 | 91.83% |
| Hindu | 2,833 | 5.04% |
| Muslim | 1,331 | 2.37% |
| Buddhist | 263 | 0.47% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 69 | 0.12% |
| Religion not stated | 52 | 0.09% |
| Sikh | 35 | 0.06% |
| Jain | 12 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSamanda Urban Population
The Urban population of Samanda Tehsil is 24.60 k (24,597), with 12.74 k (12,735) being males and 11.86 k (11,862) being females, making up 43.74% of the Samanda total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 932 females for every 1000 males.
Samanda Rural Population
The Rural population of Samanda Tehsil is 31.64 k (31,638), with 16.17 k (16,168) being males and 15.47 k (15,470) being females, making up 56.26% of the Samanda total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 957 females for every 1000 males.
Samanda Literacy Rate
Samanda Tehsil has a literacy rate of 78.85% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Samanda Tehsil is 82.98 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Samanda Tehsil is 74.47 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Samanda Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.98%, while in the rural regions of Samanda Tehsil, it is around 70.44%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Samanda
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78.85 | 82.98 | 74.47 |
| Urban Area | 88.98 | 90.93 | 86.84 |
| Rural Area | 70.44 | 76.22 | 64.45 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Samanda
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian | 79.25 | 83.32 | 75.05 |
| Hindu | 83 | 87.97 | 75.3 |
| Muslim | 56.7 | 62.19 | 48.64 |
| Buddhist | 82.2 | 84.44 | 80.2 |
Samanda Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Samanda Tehsil is 346 (346) with 211 (211) males and 135 (135) females, which is 0.62% of Samanda Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 640 females for every 1000 males.
Samanda Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Samanda Tehsil is 51.78 k (51,775) with 26.05 k (26,050) males and 25.73 k (25,725) females, which is 92.07% of Samanda Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 988 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Samanda
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 |
| Urban Area | 932 |
| Rural Area | 957 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Samanda
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Christian | 970 |
| Hindu | 668 |
| Muslim | 720 |
| Buddhist | 1104 |
Samanda Area & Households
The Total Area of Samanda Tehsil is 547 Square KM, with a population density of 103 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Samanda Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Samanda Tehsil are 159.The Total Number of households in Samanda Tehsil are 10.13 k(10,128).
Samanda Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Samanda Tehsil, there are about 20.71 k (20,709) workers, making up nearly 36.83% of the Samanda Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 12.72 k (12,719) are male workers, and about 7.99 k (7,990) are female workers.
Samanda - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 63.98 k (63,984) | 13.78% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 64.57 k (64,568) | 14.82% | 1.04 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 65.12 k (65,115) | 15.79% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 65.62 k (65,624) | 16.69% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 66.15 k (66,152) | 17.63% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 66.66 k (66,661) | 18.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 67.19 k (67,188) | 19.48% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 67.64 k (67,641) | 20.28% | 0.8 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 68.06 k (68,056) | 21.02% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 68.47 k (68,470) | 21.76% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 68.89 k (68,885) | 22.49% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 69.28 k (69,281) | 23.2% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 69.70 k (69,696) | 23.94% | 0.74 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Samanda Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 69.70 k (69,696), with a male population of 35.46 k (35,455) and a female population of 34.23 k (34,225). This reflects a total growth of 23.94% from Samanda Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.