Bongaigaon (Pt) Population Data
Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.
Live Estimate
Bongaigaon (Pt) Population 2026
11,144 (Estimated)
Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.
Next Census 2027
11,330
Projected Estimate
Methodology: Population projections are calculated using a default urban growth rate of 2% per annum (Census 2001 data not available for this location). 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 • 13.1% of total pop
Child Sex Ratio 955
Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)
Boys 555
Girls 530
Literacy Gap
9.2% Diff Male Literacy 72.9%
Female Literacy 63.7%
SC Population
370
4.5% of total
ST Population
3,508
42.5% of total
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Workforce Economy
Primary occupation: services & industries
Worker Participation Rate 36%
Main Workers 2,392
Employment > 6 months/year
Marginal Workers 539
Employment < 6 months/year
Employment Sectors
Other Workers (Services/Ind) 67.5%
Cultivators (Farmers) 16.4%
Agricultural Laborers 13.1%
Household Industries 3.0%
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bongaigaon (Pt) in 2026? ▼
The estimated population of Bongaigaon (Pt) in 2026 is 11,107. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of 2.00%.
What is the literacy rate of Bongaigaon (Pt)? ▼
The literacy rate of Bongaigaon (Pt) is 68.33% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Bongaigaon (Pt)? ▼
The sex ratio of Bongaigaon (Pt) 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 Bongaigaon (Pt) in 2027? ▼
The projected population of Bongaigaon (Pt) in 2027 is 11,330. This projection is based on the 2.00% annual growth rate (default urban growth rate).
How has Bongaigaon (Pt) population changed since 2001? ▼
Census 2001 data is not available for Bongaigaon (Pt). The Census 2011 population was 8,253. Current projections use a default urban growth rate of 2.00%.
What was the population of Bongaigaon (Pt) in Census 2011? ▼
According to Census 2011, Bongaigaon (Pt) had a total population of 8,253. This comprised 4,139 males and 4,114 females.
📊 Comparison & Rankings
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Rank in Chirang District
#6 of 6
By population size
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Rank in Assam
#174 of 180
Among all talukas/cities in state
Comparison with Averages
| Metric | Bongaigaon (Pt) | Chirang Avg | Assam Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literacy Rate | 68.33% | 55.92% ↑ 12.4%
| 62.36% ↑ 6.0%
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| Sex Ratio | 994 | 975 ↑ 20 | 961 ↑ 33 |
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