West Garo Hills Population
As per the 2011 Census, West Garo Hills District has a population of 6.43 Lac (6,43,291) with 3.24 Lac (3,24,159) males and 3.19 Lac (3,19,132) females.The sex ratio in West Garo Hills is 985, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of West Garo Hills District is 1.13 Lac (1,12,514) which is 17.49% of West Garo Hills District overall population, Child sex Ratio of West Garo Hills District is 976 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, West Garo Hills District is listed as part of MEGHALAYA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- West Garo Hills Population Census 2011
- West Garo Hills 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
West Garo Hills Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, West Garo Hills District current estimated population is projected to be 7.32 Lac (7,31,925), indicating a 13.78% increased from West Garo Hills's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.67 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.65 Lac.
West Garo Hills Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, West Garo Hills District estimated population is projected to be 7.39 Lac (7,38,610), projecting a 14.82% increased from West Garo Hills's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.70 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.68 Lac.
West Garo Hills Christian Population
Christian is the most popular religion in West Garo Hills District, with a total Christian population of 3.90 Lac (3,89,956), accounting for 60.62% of the West Garo Hills District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 1.95 Lac (1,94,862), and the Christian female population is around 1.95 Lac (1,95,094).
West Garo Hills Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in West Garo Hills District, with a total Hindu population of 1.23 Lac (1,22,936), accounting for 19.11% of the West Garo Hills District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 63.34 k (63,344), and the Hindu female population is around 59.59 k (59,592).
West Garo Hills Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Christian | 3,89,956 | 60.62% |
| Hindu | 1,22,936 | 19.11% |
| Muslim | 1,06,788 | 16.6% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 16,950 | 2.63% |
| Buddhist | 3,392 | 0.53% |
| Religion not stated | 2,916 | 0.45% |
| Sikh | 209 | 0.03% |
| Jain | 144 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationWest Garo Hills Urban Population
The Urban population of West Garo Hills District is 74.86 k (74,858), with 37.24 k (37,236) being males and 37.62 k (37,622) being females, making up 11.64% of the West Garo Hills total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1011 females for every 1000 males.
West Garo Hills Rural Population
The Rural population of West Garo Hills District is 5.68 Lac (5,68,433), with 2.87 Lac (2,86,923) being males and 2.82 Lac (2,81,510) being females, making up 88.36% of the West Garo Hills total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 982 females for every 1000 males.
West Garo Hills Literacy Rate
West Garo Hills District has a literacy rate of 67.58% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of West Garo Hills District is 72.39 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of West Garo Hills District is 62.7 lower than national average of 64.63%. In West Garo Hills District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 91.33%, while in the rural regions of West Garo Hills District, it is around 64.21%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of West Garo Hills
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67.58 | 72.39 | 62.7 |
| Urban Area | 91.33 | 93.17 | 89.53 |
| Rural Area | 64.21 | 69.5 | 58.82 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in West Garo Hills
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian | 73.72 | 77.93 | 69.53 |
| Hindu | 68.82 | 76.04 | 61.1 |
| Muslim | 47.94 | 51.42 | 44.35 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 33.87 | 41.87 | 26.23 |
West Garo Hills Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in West Garo Hills District is 8.81 k (8,810) with 4.54 k (4,535) males and 4.28 k (4,275) females, which is 1.37% of West Garo Hills District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 943 females for every 1000 males.
West Garo Hills Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in West Garo Hills District is 4.74 Lac (4,74,009) with 2.37 Lac (2,36,772) males and 2.37 Lac (2,37,237) females, which is 73.69% of West Garo Hills District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1002 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of West Garo Hills
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 985 |
| Urban Area | 1011 |
| Rural Area | 982 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in West Garo Hills
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Christian | 1002 |
| Hindu | 941 |
| Muslim | 969 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1030 |
West Garo Hills Area & Households
The Total Area of West Garo Hills District is 3,677 Square KM, with a population density of 175 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in West Garo Hills District are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in West Garo Hills District are 1,663.The Total Number of households in West Garo Hills District are 1.23 Lac(1,23,352).
West Garo Hills Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In West Garo Hills District, there are about 2.56 Lac (2,55,693) workers, making up nearly 39.75% of the West Garo Hills District total population. Out of these, around 1.52 Lac (1,51,914) are male workers, and about 1.04 Lac (1,03,779) are female workers.
West Garo Hills - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, West Garo Hills district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 79,512, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 6,43,291 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 38.82% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 21.33%.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.
West Garo Hills District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 79,512 to 6,43,291.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 38.82%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 79.51 k | ----- | ----- | 40.45 k | 39.07 k |
| 1911 | 91.39 k | 11.88 k | 14.94114096 | 46.92 k | 44.47 k |
| 1921 | 1.03 Lac | 11.65 k | 12.74290966 | 52.80 k | 50.24 k |
| 1931 | 1.10 Lac | 6.74 k | 6.543217066 | 56.25 k | 53.54 k |
| 1941 | 1.29 Lac | 18.78 k | 17.10603024 | 65.32 k | 63.24 k |
| 1951 | 1.39 Lac | 10.64 k | 8.276355603 | 71.61 k | 67.59 k |
| 1961 | 1.76 Lac | 36.60 k | 26.29401073 | 90.09 k | 85.71 k |
| 1971 | 2.44 Lac | 68.24 k | 38.81683732 | 1.24 Lac | 1.20 Lac |
| 1981 | 2.97 Lac | 53.00 k | 21.71775119 | 1.51 Lac | 1.46 Lac |
| 1991 | 3.89 Lac | 91.83 k | 30.91603824 | 1.98 Lac | 1.91 Lac |
| 2001 | 5.07 Lac | 1.18 Lac | 30.45621578 | 2.58 Lac | 2.50 Lac |
| 2011 | 6.43 Lac | 1.36 Lac | 26.80457078 | 3.24 Lac | 3.19 Lac |
West Garo Hills - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7.32 Lac (7,31,925) | 13.78% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 7.39 Lac (7,38,610) | 14.82% | 1.04 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 7.45 Lac (7,44,864) | 15.79% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 7.51 Lac (7,50,686) | 16.69% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 7.57 Lac (7,56,725) | 17.63% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 7.63 Lac (7,62,547) | 18.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 7.69 Lac (7,68,586) | 19.48% | 0.94 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 7.74 Lac (7,73,761) | 20.28% | 0.8 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 7.79 Lac (7,78,506) | 21.02% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 7.83 Lac (7,83,250) | 21.76% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 7.88 Lac (7,87,994) | 22.49% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 7.93 Lac (7,92,523) | 23.2% | 0.71 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 7.97 Lac (7,97,267) | 23.94% | 0.74 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that West Garo Hills District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 7.97 Lac (7,97,267), with a male population of 3.98 Lac (3,97,636) and a female population of 4.00 Lac (3,99,615). This reflects a total growth of 23.94% from West Garo Hills District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.