Gonda Population
As per the 2011 Census, Gonda District has a population of 34.34 Lac (34,33,919) with 17.87 Lac (17,87,146) males and 16.47 Lac (16,46,773) females.The sex ratio in Gonda is 922, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Gonda District is 5.72 Lac (5,72,386) which is 16.67% of Gonda District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Gonda District is 927 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Gonda District is listed as part of UTTAR PRADESH State in INDIA.
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Gonda Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Gonda District current estimated population is projected to be 40.77 Lac (40,76,761), indicating a 18.72% increased from Gonda's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 21.12 Lac, and the estimated female population is 19.65 Lac.
Gonda Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Gonda District estimated population is projected to be 41.17 Lac (41,17,465), projecting a 19.91% increased from Gonda's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 21.32 Lac, and the estimated female population is 19.85 Lac.
Gonda Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Gonda District, with a total Hindu population of 27.39 Lac (27,39,076), accounting for 79.77% of the Gonda District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 14.30 Lac (14,30,071), and the Hindu female population is around 13.09 Lac (13,09,005).
Gonda Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Gonda District, with a total Muslim population of 6.79 Lac (6,78,615), accounting for 19.76% of the Gonda District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 3.48 Lac (3,48,351), and the Muslim female population is around 3.30 Lac (3,30,264).
Gonda Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 27,39,076 | 79.77% |
| Muslim | 6,78,615 | 19.76% |
| Religion not stated | 8,556 | 0.25% |
| Christian | 4,735 | 0.14% |
| Sikh | 1,893 | 0.06% |
| Buddhist | 649 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 338 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 57 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGonda Urban Population
The Urban population of Gonda District is 2.25 Lac (2,25,029), with 1.18 Lac (1,18,088) being males and 1.07 Lac (1,06,941) being females, making up 6.55% of the Gonda total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 906 females for every 1000 males.
Gonda Rural Population
The Rural population of Gonda District is 32.09 Lac (32,08,890), with 16.69 Lac (16,69,058) being males and 15.40 Lac (15,39,832) being females, making up 93.45% of the Gonda total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 923 females for every 1000 males.
Gonda Literacy Rate
Gonda District has a literacy rate of 58.71% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Gonda District is 69.41 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Gonda District is 47.09 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Gonda District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 76.71%, while in the rural regions of Gonda District, it is around 57.38%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Gonda
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 58.71 | 69.41 | 47.09 |
| Urban Area | 76.71 | 81.31 | 71.63 |
| Rural Area | 57.38 | 68.52 | 45.29 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Gonda
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 60.5 | 71.59 | 48.36 |
| Muslim | 51.23 | 60.17 | 41.81 |
| Religion not stated | 59.18 | 70.17 | 45.43 |
| Christian | 59.22 | 68.37 | 49.42 |
Gonda Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Gonda District is 5.32 Lac (5,31,973) with 2.77 Lac (2,76,656) males and 2.55 Lac (2,55,317) females, which is 15.49% of Gonda District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 923 females for every 1000 males.
Gonda Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Gonda District is 870 (870) with 476 (476) males and 394 (394) females, which is 0.03% of Gonda District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 828 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Gonda
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 922 |
| Urban Area | 906 |
| Rural Area | 923 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Gonda
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 916 |
| Muslim | 949 |
| Religion not stated | 818 |
| Christian | 925 |
Gonda Area & Households
The Total Area of Gonda District is 4,003 Square KM, with a population density of 858 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Gonda District are 10 and the Total Number of Villages in Gonda District are 1,817.The Total Number of households in Gonda District are 5.41 Lac(5,41,247).
Gonda Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Gonda District, there are about 11.71 Lac (11,70,552) workers, making up nearly 34.09% of the Gonda District total population. Out of these, around 8.56 Lac (8,55,848) are male workers, and about 3.15 Lac (3,14,704) are female workers.
Gonda - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Gonda district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 8,73,630, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 34,33,919 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 26.02% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 13.60%.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.
Gonda District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 8,73,630 to 34,33,919.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 26.02%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 8.74 Lac | - | - | 4.45 Lac | 4.29 Lac |
| 1911 | 8.79 Lac | 5.60 k | 0.64 | 4.47 Lac | 4.32 Lac |
| 1921 | 9.17 Lac | 37.89 k | 4.31 | 4.69 Lac | 4.48 Lac |
| 1931 | 9.81 Lac | 63.87 k | 6.96 | 5.02 Lac | 4.79 Lac |
| 1941 | 10.70 Lac | 89.41 k | 9.11 | 5.50 Lac | 5.20 Lac |
| 1951 | 11.69 Lac | 98.25 k | 9.18 | 6.05 Lac | 5.63 Lac |
| 1961 | 12.80 Lac | 1.11 Lac | 9.52 | 6.59 Lac | 6.21 Lac |
| 1971 | 14.10 Lac | 1.30 Lac | 10.14 | 7.49 Lac | 6.60 Lac |
| 1981 | 17.49 Lac | 3.40 Lac | 24.09 | 9.21 Lac | 8.29 Lac |
| 1991 | 22.04 Lac | 4.55 Lac | 26.02 | 11.75 Lac | 10.30 Lac |
| 2001 | 27.66 Lac | 5.61 Lac | 25.45 | 14.51 Lac | 13.14 Lac |
| 2011 | 34.34 Lac | 6.68 Lac | 24.16605378 | 17.87 Lac | 16.47 Lac |
Gonda - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 40.77 Lac (40,76,761) | 18.72% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 41.17 Lac (41,17,465) | 19.91% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 41.53 Lac (41,52,501) | 20.93% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 41.84 Lac (41,83,501) | 21.83% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 42.15 Lac (42,14,502) | 22.73% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 42.46 Lac (42,45,502) | 23.63% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 42.77 Lac (42,76,503) | 24.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 43.03 Lac (43,03,367) | 25.32% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 43.27 Lac (43,27,286) | 26.02% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 43.51 Lac (43,51,221) | 26.71% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 43.75 Lac (43,75,140) | 27.41% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 43.99 Lac (43,99,076) | 28.11% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 44.23 Lac (44,22,994) | 28.8% | 0.69 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Gonda District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 44.23 Lac (44,22,994), with a male population of 22.79 Lac (22,79,488) and a female population of 21.44 Lac (21,43,719). This reflects a total growth of 28.8% from Gonda District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.15%.