The projections, the number of people will be anywhere between 1.1 and 1.21 million by 2025 and also it may have almost the same number of females and males. back in 2011, there were 957, 423 people, and most of the population were living in rural areas (92.3%) thus the density measured 617 people/sq.km. Females per 1000 males were around 970. The literacy rate was 68.03%; the male literacy rate was higher (71.9, 73.7%) than the female one (64.04, 64.99%).
Quick Overview of Morigaon District Census 2021 (with 2025 Estimates)
- Estimated Population (2025): 1,104,483 – 1,210,200
- Estimated Males (2025): 561,401 – 605,000
- Estimated Females (2025): 543,082 – 599,000
- Population (2011): 957,423
- Male Population (2011): 486,651
- Female Population (2011): 470,772
- Area: 1,551 sq.km (some sources: 1,704 sq.km)
- Population Density (2011): 617 people/sq.km
- Sex Ratio (2011): 967–974 females/1000 males
- Child Sex Ratio (0–6, 2011): 956–957
- Literacy Rate (2011): 68.03% (Male: 71.9%–73.7%, Female: 64.04%–64.99%)
- No. of Households (2011): 184,602
- Child Population (0–6, 2011): 163,819 (17.11%)
- Urban Population (2011): 73,298 (7.66%)
- Rural Population (2011): 884,125 (92.34%)
Population Projections (2011–2036)
| Year |
Projected Population |
Total Growth Since 2011 |
| 2011 | 957,423 | -- |
| 2021 | 1,147,300 | +19.8% |
| 2025 | 1,104,483 – 1,210,200 | +16.36% – +26.43% |
| 2026 | 1,123,537 | +17.35% |
| 2030 | 1,250,200 | +30.59% |
| 2036 | 1,204,249 | +25.78% |
Historic Population Growth (1901–2011)
| Census Year |
Population |
Growth (%) |
Male |
Female |
| 1901 | 65,638 | -- | 33,420 | 32,218 |
| 1911 | 76,034 | 15.84% | 38,800 | 37,234 |
| 1921 | 100,319 | 31.94% | 52,609 | 47,710 |
| 1931 | 141,801 | 41.35% | 75,261 | 66,540 |
| 1941 | 163,602 | 15.37% | 87,740 | 75,862 |
| 1951 | 223,561 | 36.65% | 119,000 | 105,000 |
| 1961 | 308,260 | 37.89% | 163,000 | 145,000 |
| 1971 | 423,901 | 37.51% | 221,000 | 203,000 |
| 1991 | 639,682 | 50.9% | 330,000 | 310,000 |
| 2001 | 776,256 | 21.35% | 398,926 | 377,330 |
| 2011 | 957,423 | 23.34% | 486,651 | 470,772 |
Religion-wise Population (2011 & 2025 Projection)
| Religion |
2011 Population |
Percent (2011) |
2025 Est. Population |
| Muslim | 503,257 | 52.56% | 580,557 |
| Hindu | 451,882 | 47.20% | 521,291 |
| Christian | 834 | 0.09% | 962 |
| Sikh | 113 | 0.01% | 130 |
| Buddhist | 65 | 0.01% | 75 |
| Jain | 244 | 0.03% | 281 |
| Others/Not Stated | 1,028 | 0.11% | 1,186 |
| Total | 957,423 | 100% | 1,104,483 |
Circle-wise Religion Profile
| Circle |
Muslims % |
Hindus % |
Others % |
| Mayong | 36.29 | 63.32 | 0.39 |
| Bhuragaon | 60.26 | 39.56 | 0.18 |
| Laharighat | 91.26 | 8.61 | 0.13 |
| Morigaon | 21.46 | 78.27 | 0.27 |
| Mikirbheta | 48.36 | 51.48 | 0.16 |
Caste-wise Population (2011)
| Caste |
Total |
Male |
Female |
Percent of Population |
Sex Ratio |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 117,841 | 60,194 | 57,647 | 12.31% | 958 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 136,777 | 68,382 | 68,395 | 14.29% | 1001 |
Urban/Rural/Household Statistics (2011)
| Region |
Population (%) |
Total Population |
Male |
Female |
Sex Ratio |
Child Sex Ratio |
Literacy (%) |
Households |
| Urban | 7.66% | 73,298 | 37,528 | 35,770 | 953–954 | 937 | 84.17% | -- |
| Rural | 92.34% | 884,125 | 449,123 | 435,002 | 969 | 957 | 66.6% | 184,602 |
| Total | 100% | 957,423 | 486,651 | 470,772 | 967–968 | 956–957 | 68.03% | 184,602 |
Child Population (0–6 years) (2011)
| Population Type |
Total |
Male |
Female |
Child Sex Ratio |
| All Areas | 163,819 | 83,746 | 80,073 | 956 |
| Urban | 8,703 | 4,493 | 4,210 | 937 |
| Rural | 155,116 | 79,253 | 75,863 | 957 |
Workforce Profile (2011)
| Work Type |
Total |
Male |
Female |
| Main Workers | 260,968 | 221,150 | 39,818 |
| Cultivators | 134,827 | 120,447 | 14,380 |
| Agricultural Labourer | 40,019 | 33,689 | 6,330 |
| Household Industries | 6,598 | 3,608 | 2,990 |
| Other Workers | 79,524 | 63,406 | 16,118 |
| Marginal Workers | 90,180 | 36,834 | 53,346 |
| Non Working | 606,275 | 228,667 | 377,608 |
Literacy Rate by Religion (2011)
| Religion |
Average Literacy Rate |
Male Literacy Rate |
Female Literacy Rate |
| Muslim | 57.76% | 59.77% | 55.67% |
| Hindu | 78.37% | 84.27% | 72.37% |
| Religion not stated | 74.77% | 82.17% | 66.3% |
| Christian | 71.05% | 76.79% | 65.46% |
Sex Ratio by Religion (2011)
| Religion |
Sex Ratio |
| Muslim | 958 |
| Hindu | 979 |
| Religion not stated | 843 |
| Christian | 1015 |
Languages Spoken (2011)
- Assamese: 73.02%
- Bengali: 22.18%
- Hindi: 1.41%
- Bodo: 1.21%
- Others: 2.18% (Tiwa, Nepali, etc.)
Administrative Structure: Subdistricts (Circles/Taluks)
| Subdistrict/Taluk Name |
| Bhuragaon |
| Laharighat |
| Morigaon |
| Mayong |
| Mikirbheta |
Village & Town Details (2011)
- Total Villages: 632
- Total Towns: 6
Households and Homeless Data (2011)
- Total households: 184,602
- Families without roof cover: 75
- Total people without roof cover: 299
Geography and Administrative Divisions
- District HQ: Morigaon
- Borders: North - Brahmaputra, South - Karbi Anglong, East - Nagaon, West - Kamrup
- Alluvial plains, many rivers (Kolong, Killing, Kopili)
Economic Facts
- Over 90% dependent on agriculture
- Crops: rice, rubber, coconut, banana, black pepper, sericulture
- 35 registered fisheries, paper mill at Jagiroad
- One of Assam's backward districts, receives BRGF funds
Tourism & Cultural Sites
- Mayong (ancient occult center)
- Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary (one-horned rhinoceros)
- Notable rivers and scenic views
Historic & Political Highlights
- District formed in 1989, split from Nagaon
- Legendary rulers: Arimatta, Jungal Balahu, Supradhvaj
- Comprises three assembly constituencies: Jagiroad (SC), Morigaon, Laharighat