Dhemaji
District in ASSAM
As of 2026 estimates, Dhemaji population is projected to be N/A, showing a N/A% growth since the 2011 Census. The district has a literacy rate of N/A% and a sex ratio of 953.
Dhemaji District of ASSAM has a total population of 6,86,133 as per the Census 2011. Out of which 3,51,249 are males while 3,34,884 are females. The district has a total literacy rate of N/A%. The entire district extends over an area of N/A.
- 👥 Total Population
- 6,86,133
- ⚖️ Sex Ratio
- 953
per 1000 males
Compare with Census 2001
See how Dhemaji has changed over the decade
👶 Child Population (0-6 years)
Children aged 0-6 years constitute 15.19% of the total population. The child sex ratio is 950 girls per 1000 boys, which is lower than the overall district sex ratio of 953.
Total Children
1,04,247
15.19% of population
Boys
53,457
51.3%
Girls
50,790
48.7%
Child Sex Ratio
950
girls per 1000 boys
What is the demographics & social profile of Dhemaji?
The text sex ratio of Dhemaji stands at 953 females per 1000 males. This is comparable to or better than the national average. In terms of literacy, the district has reflected a growth, currently standing at N/A%. Male literacy stands at 79.84% while female literacy is at 65.21%, showing a gender gap of 14.63%.
The Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 6.45% while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 47.45% of total population in Dhemaji.
What is the workforce statistics of Dhemaji?
Out of the total population of 6,86,133, 3,16,800 are engaged in work or business activity. This constitutes 46.17% of the total population. Of the total workforce, 63.56% are Main Workers (employed for more than 6 months), while the remaining 36.44% are Marginal Workers.
- Main Workers
- 2,01,364
- Marginal Workers
- 1,15,436
- Non-Workers
- 3,69,333
Full-time employment
Part-time / Seasonal
Dependents / Students
Talukas / Tehsils
What is the sex ratio of Dhemaji?
Population breakdown: 3,51,249 males (51.2%) and 3,34,884 females (48.8%) out of 6,86,133 total population.
What is the literacy rate of Dhemaji?
Literacy rate for District is % out of 4,23,028 total literate population.
How does male vs female literacy compare in Dhemaji?
Literacy rates: Male 79.84%, Female 65.21%, Overall %. Gender gap is 14.6%.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Dhemaji district in ASSAM?
Dhemaji district in ASSAM has a total population of 6,86,133 as per Census 2011. The district comprises 3,51,249 males and 3,34,884 females.
What is the literacy rate of Dhemaji district?
The overall literacy rate of Dhemaji district is N/A%. Male literacy is 79.84% and female literacy is 65.21%.
What is the sex ratio in Dhemaji district?
The sex ratio in Dhemaji district is 953 females per 1000 males. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.
What is the child population of Dhemaji district?
Dhemaji district has 1,04,247 children aged 0-6 years. Of these, 53,457 are boys and 50,790 are girls. The child sex ratio is 950 girls per 1000 boys.
What is the workforce participation in Dhemaji district?
Out of the total population of 6,86,133, 3,16,800 people (46.2%) are engaged in work activities in Dhemaji district.
Sources & Methodology
Primary Data: Census 2011, Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India.
2026 Projections: Estimated using linear growth extrapolation from 2001-2011 data. View our Methodology Page for details.