Surat
District in GUJARAT
As of 2026 estimates, Surat population is projected to be 81,66,019, showing a 21.71% growth since the 2011 Census. The district has a literacy rate of 75.17% and a sex ratio of 787.
Surat District of GUJARAT has a total population of 60,81,322 as per the Census 2011. Out of which 34,02,224 are males while 26,79,098 are females. The district has a total literacy rate of 75.17%. The entire district extends over an area of N/A.
- 👥 Total Population
- 60,81,322
- 📚 Literacy Rate
- 75.17%
- ⚖️ Sex Ratio
- 787
per 1000 males
Compare with Census 2001
See how Surat has changed over the decade
👶 Child Population (0-6 years)
Children aged 0-6 years constitute 12.11% of the total population. The child sex ratio is 835 girls per 1000 boys, which is higher than the overall district sex ratio of 787.
Total Children
7,36,286
12.11% of population
Boys
4,01,315
54.5%
Girls
3,34,971
45.5%
Child Sex Ratio
835
girls per 1000 boys
⚠️ Below national average
📊 Population Density
Surat district has a population density of 794 persons per sq. km, which is above the national average of 382. The district covers a total area of 7,657 sq. km.
Density
794
per sq. km
Total Area
7,657
sq. km
Total Population
60,81,322
Census 2011
Density Comparison
📈 Population Trend & Projections
Population trend showing growth from 49,96,391 in 2001 to 60,81,322 in 2011, with projections for 2021 (70,92,646), 2026 (76,59,729), and 2031 (82,72,153).
Census 2001
49.96 Lakhs
Census 2011
60.81 Lakhs
Est. 2021*
70.93 Lakhs
Est. 2026*
76.60 Lakhs
Est. 2031*
82.72 Lakhs
*Projections based on 16.63% decadal growth rate (2001-2011)
Religion Breakdown
Population Growth (2001-2011)
What is the demographics & social profile of Surat?
The text sex ratio of Surat stands at 787 females per 1000 males. This is lower than the national average of 940. In terms of literacy, the district has reflected a growth, currently standing at 75.17%. Male literacy stands at 89.56% while female literacy is at 80.37%, showing a gender gap of 9.19%.
The Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 2.60% while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 14.09% of total population in Surat.
What is the workforce statistics of Surat?
Out of the total population of 60,81,322, 25,53,542 are engaged in work or business activity. This constitutes 41.99% of the total population. Of the total workforce, 94.19% are Main Workers (employed for more than 6 months), while the remaining 5.81% are Marginal Workers.
- Main Workers
- 24,05,288
- Marginal Workers
- 1,48,254
- Non-Workers
- 35,27,780
Full-time employment
Part-time / Seasonal
Dependents / Students
Talukas / Tehsils
What is the sex ratio of Surat?
Population breakdown: 34,02,224 males (55.9%) and 26,79,098 females (44.1%) out of 60,81,322 total population.
What is the literacy rate of Surat?
Literacy rate for District is 75.17% out of 45,71,410 total literate population.
How does male vs female literacy compare in Surat?
Literacy rates: Male 89.56%, Female 80.37%, Overall 75.17%. Gender gap is 9.2%.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Surat district in GUJARAT?
Surat district in GUJARAT has a total population of 60,81,322 as per Census 2011. The district comprises 34,02,224 males and 26,79,098 females.
What is the literacy rate of Surat district?
The overall literacy rate of Surat district is 75.17%. Male literacy is 89.56% and female literacy is 80.37%.
What is the sex ratio in Surat district?
The sex ratio in Surat district is 787 females per 1000 males. This is below the national average.
What is the child population of Surat district?
Surat district has 7,36,286 children aged 0-6 years. Of these, 4,01,315 are boys and 3,34,971 are girls. The child sex ratio is 835 girls per 1000 boys.
What is the population density of Surat district?
Surat district has a population density of 794 persons per square kilometer. The district covers a total area of 7,657 sq. km.
What is the workforce participation in Surat district?
Out of the total population of 60,81,322, 25,53,542 people (42.0%) are engaged in work activities in Surat district.
What is the population growth rate of Surat district?
Surat district recorded a population growth of 21.71% between 2001 and 2011. The population increased from 49,96,391 in 2001 to 60,81,322 in 2011.
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.