Gorakhpur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Gorakhpur District has a population of 44.41 Lac (44,40,895) with 22.78 Lac (22,77,777) males and 21.63 Lac (21,63,118) females.The sex ratio in Gorakhpur is 950, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Gorakhpur District is 6.28 Lac (6,28,442) which is 14.15% of Gorakhpur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Gorakhpur District is 909 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Gorakhpur District is listed as part of UTTAR PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Gorakhpur Population Census 2011
- Gorakhpur 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
Gorakhpur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Gorakhpur District current estimated population is projected to be 52.72 Lac (52,72,246), indicating a 18.72% increased from Gorakhpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 26.92 Lac, and the estimated female population is 25.81 Lac.
Gorakhpur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Gorakhpur District estimated population is projected to be 53.25 Lac (53,24,887), projecting a 19.91% increased from Gorakhpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 27.18 Lac, and the estimated female population is 26.07 Lac.
Gorakhpur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Gorakhpur District, with a total Hindu population of 40.09 Lac (40,09,037), accounting for 90.28% of the Gorakhpur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 20.58 Lac (20,58,383), and the Hindu female population is around 19.51 Lac (19,50,654).
Gorakhpur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Gorakhpur District, with a total Muslim population of 4.04 Lac (4,03,847), accounting for 9.09% of the Gorakhpur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.05 Lac (2,05,257), and the Muslim female population is around 1.99 Lac (1,98,590).
Gorakhpur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 40,09,037 | 90.28% |
| Muslim | 4,03,847 | 9.09% |
| Religion not stated | 12,711 | 0.29% |
| Christian | 9,662 | 0.22% |
| Buddhist | 2,848 | 0.06% |
| Sikh | 2,123 | 0.05% |
| Jain | 460 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 207 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGorakhpur Urban Population
The Urban population of Gorakhpur District is 8.36 Lac (8,36,129), with 4.39 Lac (4,39,051) being males and 3.97 Lac (3,97,078) being females, making up 18.83% of the Gorakhpur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 905 females for every 1000 males.
Gorakhpur Rural Population
The Rural population of Gorakhpur District is 36.05 Lac (36,04,766), with 18.39 Lac (18,38,726) being males and 17.66 Lac (17,66,040) being females, making up 81.17% of the Gorakhpur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 961 females for every 1000 males.
Gorakhpur Literacy Rate
Gorakhpur District has a literacy rate of 70.83% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Gorakhpur District is 81.8 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Gorakhpur District is 59.36 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Gorakhpur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 82.39%, while in the rural regions of Gorakhpur District, it is around 68.02%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Gorakhpur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70.83 | 81.8 | 59.36 |
| Urban Area | 82.39 | 87.76 | 76.46 |
| Rural Area | 68.02 | 80.3 | 55.35 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Gorakhpur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 70.75 | 82 | 58.97 |
| Muslim | 71.15 | 79.47 | 62.6 |
| Religion not stated | 72.95 | 85.05 | 60.92 |
| Christian | 81.85 | 86.95 | 76.77 |
Gorakhpur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Gorakhpur District is 9.36 Lac (9,36,061) with 4.81 Lac (4,81,123) males and 4.55 Lac (4,54,938) females, which is 21.08% of Gorakhpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 946 females for every 1000 males.
Gorakhpur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Gorakhpur District is 18.17 k (18,172) with 9.26 k (9,261) males and 8.91 k (8,911) females, which is 0.41% of Gorakhpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 963 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Gorakhpur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 950 |
| Urban Area | 905 |
| Rural Area | 961 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Gorakhpur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 948 |
| Muslim | 968 |
| Religion not stated | 981 |
| Christian | 989 |
Gorakhpur Area & Households
The Total Area of Gorakhpur District is 3,321 Square KM, with a population density of 1,337 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Gorakhpur District are 14 and the Total Number of Villages in Gorakhpur District are 3,319.The Total Number of households in Gorakhpur District are 6.93 Lac(6,92,960).
Gorakhpur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Gorakhpur District, there are about 13.52 Lac (13,51,629) workers, making up nearly 30.44% of the Gorakhpur District total population. Out of these, around 10.17 Lac (10,16,876) are male workers, and about 3.35 Lac (3,34,753) are female workers.
Gorakhpur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Gorakhpur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 9,54,789, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 44,40,895 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 24.6% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 15.20%.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.
Gorakhpur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 9,54,789 to 44,40,895.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 24.6%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 9.55 Lac | - | - | 4.75 Lac | 4.80 Lac |
| 1911 | 10.40 Lac | 85.60 k | 8.97 | 5.22 Lac | 5.19 Lac |
| 1921 | 10.61 Lac | 20.98 k | 2.02 | 5.38 Lac | 5.24 Lac |
| 1931 | 11.85 Lac | 1.24 Lac | 11.69 | 6.06 Lac | 5.79 Lac |
| 1941 | 13.12 Lac | 1.27 Lac | 10.67 | 6.62 Lac | 6.50 Lac |
| 1951 | 14.73 Lac | 1.61 Lac | 12.29 | 7.38 Lac | 7.35 Lac |
| 1961 | 16.73 Lac | 2.00 Lac | 13.57 | 8.43 Lac | 8.30 Lac |
| 1971 | 19.80 Lac | 3.07 Lac | 18.36 | 10.29 Lac | 9.52 Lac |
| 1981 | 24.61 Lac | 4.80 Lac | 24.25 | 12.61 Lac | 12.00 Lac |
| 1991 | 30.66 Lac | 6.05 Lac | 24.6 | 15.93 Lac | 14.73 Lac |
| 2001 | 37.69 Lac | 7.03 Lac | 22.94 | 19.23 Lac | 18.46 Lac |
| 2011 | 44.41 Lac | 6.71 Lac | 17.81262336 | 22.78 Lac | 21.63 Lac |
Gorakhpur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 52.72 Lac (52,72,246) | 18.72% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 53.25 Lac (53,24,887) | 19.91% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 53.70 Lac (53,70,196) | 20.93% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 54.10 Lac (54,10,288) | 21.83% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 54.50 Lac (54,50,379) | 22.73% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 54.90 Lac (54,90,470) | 23.63% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 55.31 Lac (55,30,562) | 24.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 55.65 Lac (55,65,303) | 25.32% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 55.96 Lac (55,96,236) | 26.02% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 56.27 Lac (56,27,190) | 26.71% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 56.58 Lac (56,58,123) | 27.41% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 56.89 Lac (56,89,078) | 28.11% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 57.20 Lac (57,20,010) | 28.8% | 0.69 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Gorakhpur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 57.20 Lac (57,20,010), with a male population of 29.05 Lac (29,05,283) and a female population of 28.16 Lac (28,15,881). This reflects a total growth of 28.8% from Gorakhpur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.15%.