Meghalaya Statistics
Aggregated Census 2011 Data for the State
Meghalaya has a total population of 29,66,889 as per the 2011 Census. The state is divided into 13 districts. The census reveals that 20.07% of the population lives in urban areas while 79.93% resides in rural villages.
- Total Population
- 29,66,889
- Avg Literacy Rate
- 74.43%
- Avg Sex Ratio
- 989
- Urban / Rural
- 20.1% / 79.9%
Demographic Profile
The average literacy rate in Meghalaya is 74.43%. The gender ratio stands at 989 females per 1000 males.
The Scheduled Caste population in Meghalaya is 17,355, while Scheduled Tribes account for 25,55,861.
Workforce breakdown
In terms of workforce, Meghalaya has 11,85,619 total workers, with 77.73% being Main Workers.
- Main Workers
- 9,21,575
- Marginal Workers
- 2,64,044
- Non-Workers
- 17,81,270
Districts in Meghalaya (13)
East Khasi Hills
#Population: 8,25,922
Literacy: 69.99%
East Khasi Hills
#Population: 8,25,922
Literacy: 84.15%
West Garo Hills
#Population: 6,43,291
Literacy: 55.76%
West Garo Hills
#Population: 6,43,291
Literacy: 67.58%
Jaintia Hills
#Population: 3,95,124
Literacy: 61.64%
Jaintia Hills
#Population: 3,95,124
Literacy: 47.46%
West Khasi Hills
#Population: 3,83,461
Literacy: 77.87%
West Khasi Hills
#Population: 3,83,461
Literacy: 60.16%
East Garo Hills
#Population: 3,17,917
Literacy: 60.44%
East Garo Hills
#Population: 3,17,917
Literacy: 73.95%
Ribhoi
#Population: 2,58,840
Literacy: 60.21%
South Garo Hills
#Population: 1,42,334
Literacy: 71.72%
South Garo Hills
#Population: 1,42,334
Literacy: 57.65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Meghalaya according to Census 2011?
As per the Census 2011, Meghalaya has a total population of 29,66,889. Out of this, 14,91,832 are males and 14,75,057 are females.
What is the literacy rate of Meghalaya?
The literacy rate of Meghalaya is 74.43% as per Census 2011. Male literacy stands at N/A% while female literacy is N/A%.
How many districts are there in Meghalaya?
Meghalaya has 13 districts as per the administrative divisions during Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Meghalaya?
The sex ratio of Meghalaya is 989 females per 1000 males according to Census 2011. This is comparable to or above the national average.