Krishna Population
As per the 2011 Census, Krishna District has a population of 45.17 Lac (45,17,398) with 22.67 Lac (22,67,375) males and 22.50 Lac (22,50,023) females.The sex ratio in Krishna is 993, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Krishna District is 4.36 Lac (4,35,884) which is 9.65% of Krishna District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Krishna District is 936 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Krishna District is listed as part of ANDHRA PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Krishna Population Census 2011
- Krishna Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- Population Projections Up to 2036
Krishna Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Krishna District current estimated population is projected to be 48.50 Lac (48,49,675), indicating a 7.36% increased from Krishna's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 24.29 Lac, and the estimated female population is 24.20 Lac.
Krishna Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Krishna District estimated population is projected to be 48.66 Lac (48,66,370), projecting a 7.73% increased from Krishna's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 24.37 Lac, and the estimated female population is 24.29 Lac.
Krishna Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Krishna District, with a total Hindu population of 40.24 Lac (40,23,678), accounting for 89.07% of the Krishna District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 20.21 Lac (20,21,026), and the Hindu female population is around 20.03 Lac (20,02,652).
Krishna Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Krishna District, with a total Muslim population of 3.07 Lac (3,07,043), accounting for 6.8% of the Krishna District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.55 Lac (1,54,598), and the Muslim female population is around 1.52 Lac (1,52,445).
Krishna Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 40,23,678 | 89.07% |
| Muslim | 3,07,043 | 6.8% |
| Christian | 1,45,598 | 3.22% |
| Religion not stated | 31,597 | 0.7% |
| Jain | 6,320 | 0.14% |
| Sikh | 1,393 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 906 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 863 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKrishna Urban Population
The Urban population of Krishna District is 18.44 Lac (18,43,660), with 9.24 Lac (9,23,841) being males and 9.20 Lac (9,19,819) being females, making up 40.81% of the Krishna total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 996 females for every 1000 males.
Krishna Rural Population
The Rural population of Krishna District is 26.74 Lac (26,73,738), with 13.44 Lac (13,43,534) being males and 13.30 Lac (13,30,204) being females, making up 59.19% of the Krishna total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 991 females for every 1000 males.
Krishna Literacy Rate
Krishna District has a literacy rate of 73.74% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Krishna District is 78.3 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Krishna District is 69.18 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Krishna District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.13%, while in the rural regions of Krishna District, it is around 68.64%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Krishna
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 73.74 | 78.3 | 69.18 |
| Urban Area | 81.13 | 84.96 | 77.3 |
| Rural Area | 68.64 | 73.71 | 63.56 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Krishna
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 73.52 | 78.05 | 68.98 |
| Muslim | 74.87 | 80.17 | 69.53 |
| Christian | 75.37 | 79.04 | 71.95 |
| Religion not stated | 78.88 | 84.41 | 73.23 |
Krishna Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Krishna District is 8.71 Lac (8,71,063) with 4.35 Lac (4,35,412) males and 4.36 Lac (4,35,651) females, which is 19.28% of Krishna District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1001 females for every 1000 males.
Krishna Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Krishna District is 1.32 Lac (1,32,464) with 66.73 k (66,734) males and 65.73 k (65,730) females, which is 2.93% of Krishna District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 985 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Krishna
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 993 |
| Urban Area | 996 |
| Rural Area | 991 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Krishna
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 991 |
| Muslim | 987 |
| Christian | 1058 |
| Religion not stated | 958 |
Krishna Area & Households
The Total Area of Krishna District is 8,727 Square KM, with a population density of 518 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Krishna District are 17 and the Total Number of Villages in Krishna District are 968.The Total Number of households in Krishna District are 12.43 Lac(12,43,293).
Krishna Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Krishna District, there are about 20.49 Lac (20,48,880) workers, making up nearly 45.36% of the Krishna District total population. Out of these, around 13.27 Lac (13,27,299) are male workers, and about 7.22 Lac (7,21,581) are female workers.
Krishna - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Krishna district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 8,61,068, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 45,17,398 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1951. The growth rate of 22.84% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 16.38%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Krishna District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 8,61,068 to 45,17,398.
- The year 1951 stands out with a growth rate of 22.84%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 8.61 Lac | ----- | ----- | 4.36 Lac | 4.25 Lac |
| 1911 | 9.93 Lac | 1.32 Lac | 15.33189016 | 5.02 Lac | 4.91 Lac |
| 1921 | 10.60 Lac | 66.65 k | 6.710899157 | 5.35 Lac | 5.25 Lac |
| 1931 | 12.29 Lac | 1.69 Lac | 15.98943505 | 6.23 Lac | 6.06 Lac |
| 1941 | 14.14 Lac | 1.84 Lac | 14.99703867 | 7.19 Lac | 6.94 Lac |
| 1951 | 17.36 Lac | 3.23 Lac | 22.84466536 | 8.82 Lac | 8.54 Lac |
| 1961 | 20.77 Lac | 3.41 Lac | 19.61076439 | 10.58 Lac | 10.19 Lac |
| 1971 | 24.94 Lac | 4.17 Lac | 20.05906721 | 12.69 Lac | 12.24 Lac |
| 1981 | 30.48 Lac | 5.55 Lac | 22.25275849 | 15.46 Lac | 15.02 Lac |
| 1991 | 36.99 Lac | 6.50 Lac | 21.33435767 | 18.79 Lac | 18.20 Lac |
| 2001 | 41.88 Lac | 4.89 Lac | 13.22060228 | 21.17 Lac | 20.70 Lac |
| 2011 | 45.17 Lac | 3.30 Lac | 7.869377085 | 22.67 Lac | 22.50 Lac |
Krishna - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 48.50 Lac (48,49,675) | 7.36% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 48.66 Lac (48,66,370) | 7.73% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 48.78 Lac (48,78,257) | 7.99% | 0.26 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 48.87 Lac (48,86,695) | 8.17% | 0.18 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 48.95 Lac (48,95,224) | 8.36% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 49.04 Lac (49,03,663) | 8.55% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 49.12 Lac (49,12,101) | 8.74% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 49.16 Lac (49,16,457) | 8.83% | 0.09 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 49.18 Lac (49,17,818) | 8.86% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 49.19 Lac (49,19,270) | 8.9% | 0.04 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 49.21 Lac (49,20,631) | 8.93% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 49.22 Lac (49,21,992) | 8.96% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 49.23 Lac (49,23,444) | 8.99% | 0.03 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Krishna District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 49.23 Lac (49,23,444), with a male population of 24.58 Lac (24,57,983) and a female population of 24.65 Lac (24,65,402). This reflects a total growth of 8.99% from Krishna District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.14%.