Gangavaram Population Data
Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.
Live Estimate
Gangavaram Population 2026
69,291 (Estimated)
Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.
Next Census 2027
70,180
Projected Estimate
Methodology: Population projections are calculated using an annual compound growth rate of 1.40% derived from Census 2001-2011 data. The formula used is P × (1 + r/100)^(Y - 2011), where P is the 2011 population and r is the growth rate.
Census 2011 Data
Officialper 1000 Males
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Child (0-6) Stats
Future Generation • 11.7% of total pop
Child Sex Ratio 972
Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)
Boys 3,336
Girls 3,244
Literacy Gap
18.0% Diff Male Literacy 68.5%
Female Literacy 50.5%
SC Population
10,095
18.0% of total
ST Population
958
1.7% of total
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Workforce Economy
Primary occupation: farming (Labor)
Worker Participation Rate 54%
Main Workers 25,576
Employment > 6 months/year
Marginal Workers 4,501
Employment < 6 months/year
Employment Sectors
Other Workers (Services/Ind) 23.6%
Cultivators (Farmers) 23.3%
Agricultural Laborers 50.8%
Household Industries 2.3%
Historical Comparison (2001-2011)
Decadal Change| Metric | Census 2001 | Census 2011 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 48,879 | 56,183 | +14.94% |
| Literacy Rate | 50.58% | 59.52% | +8.9% |
| Sex Ratio | 1001 | 994 | -7 |
Decadal Growth Rate
14.94%
Total population change from 2001 to 2011
Annual Compound Growth Rate (CAGR)
1.40%
Average annual growth rate over 10 years
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Gangavaram in 2026? ▼
The estimated population of Gangavaram in 2026 is 69,211. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of 1.40%.
What is the literacy rate of Gangavaram? ▼
The literacy rate of Gangavaram is 59.52% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Gangavaram? ▼
The sex ratio of Gangavaram is 994 females per 1000 males according to Census 2011. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.
What is the projected population of Gangavaram in 2027? ▼
The projected population of Gangavaram in 2027 is 70,180. This projection is based on the 1.40% annual growth rate calculated from Census 2001-2011 data.
How has Gangavaram population changed since 2001? ▼
Gangavaram population grew from 48,879 in 2001 to 56,183 in 2011, a decadal growth of 14.94%. The annual compound growth rate was 1.40%.
What was the population of Gangavaram in Census 2011? ▼
According to Census 2011, Gangavaram had a total population of 56,183. This comprised 28,171 males and 28,012 females.
📊 Comparison & Rankings
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Rank in Chittoor District
#24 of 66
By population size
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Rank in Andhra Pradesh
#486 of 1068
Among all talukas/cities in state
Comparison with Averages
| Metric | Gangavaram | Chittoor Avg | Andhra Pradesh Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literacy Rate | 59.52% | 61.24% ↓ 1.7%
| 55.37% ↑ 4.2%
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| Sex Ratio | 994 | 998 ↓ 4 | 996 ↓ 2 |
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