Guwahati
Guwahati is a Town and Subdivision in Kamrup Metropolitan District of Assam. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Guwahati Block (CD) is 02128. The total area of Guwahati Subdivision is 100 km². Guwahati has a sex ratio of approximately 932 females per 1,000 males.
Population of Guwahati Subdivision
The population profile of Guwahati Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Guwahati Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,33,771 | N/A | 4,33,771 |
| Male Population | 2,24,424 | N/A | 2,24,424 |
| Female Population | 2,09,347 | N/A | 2,09,347 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 39,059 | N/A | 39,059 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 20,110 | N/A | 20,110 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 18,949 | N/A | 18,949 |
| Literate Population | 3,59,580 | N/A | 3,59,580 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,92,052 | N/A | 1,92,052 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,67,528 | N/A | 1,67,528 |
| Illiterate Population | 74,191 | N/A | 74,191 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 32,372 | N/A | 32,372 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 41,819 | N/A | 41,819 |
| Total Households | 1,00,947 | N/A | 1,00,947 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 4,33,771 people. Includes nearly 2,24,424 males and 2,09,347 females. Urban population is nearly 4,33,771 people.
- There are around 39,059 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 20,110 boys and 18,949 girls.
- Literate population is about 3,59,580 people. Non-literate population is around 74,191 people.
- There are nearly 1,00,947 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Guwahati Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 30,514 | N/A | 30,514 |
| SC Male Population | 15,526 | N/A | 15,526 |
| SC Female Population | 14,988 | N/A | 14,988 |
| Total ST Population | 16,065 | N/A | 16,065 |
| ST Male Population | 8,232 | N/A | 8,232 |
| ST Female Population | 7,833 | N/A | 7,833 |
| Population Density | 4,343 / km² | N/A | 4,343 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Guwahati Subdivision is approximately 30,514 people, including 15,526 males and 14,988 females. Nearly 30,514 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Guwahati Subdivision is about 16,065 people, including 8,232 males and 7,833 females. Nearly 16,065 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 4,343 people per square kilometre, urban areas record nearly 4,343 people per sq. km.