Srikakulam Population
As per the 2011 Census, Srikakulam District has a population of 27.03 Lac (27,03,114) with 13.42 Lac (13,41,738) males and 13.61 Lac (13,61,376) females.The sex ratio in Srikakulam is 1015, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Srikakulam District is 2.81 Lac (2,81,037) which is 10.4% of Srikakulam District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Srikakulam District is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Srikakulam District is listed as part of ANDHRA PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Srikakulam Population Census 2011
- Srikakulam 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
Srikakulam Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Srikakulam District current estimated population is projected to be 29.02 Lac (29,01,942), indicating a 7.36% increased from Srikakulam's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 14.37 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.65 Lac.
Srikakulam Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Srikakulam District estimated population is projected to be 29.12 Lac (29,11,932), projecting a 7.73% increased from Srikakulam's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 14.42 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.70 Lac.
Srikakulam Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Srikakulam District, with a total Hindu population of 26.67 Lac (26,66,950), accounting for 98.66% of the Srikakulam District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 13.24 Lac (13,24,064), and the Hindu female population is around 13.43 Lac (13,42,886).
Srikakulam Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Srikakulam District, with a total Christian population of 18.88 k (18,879), accounting for 0.7% of the Srikakulam District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 9.00 k (8,995), and the Christian female population is around 9.88 k (9,884).
Srikakulam Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 26,66,950 | 98.66% |
| Christian | 18,879 | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 9,025 | 0.33% |
| Religion not stated | 7,724 | 0.29% |
| Sikh | 193 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 160 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 106 | 0% |
| Buddhist | 77 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSrikakulam Urban Population
The Urban population of Srikakulam District is 4.37 Lac (4,36,703), with 2.15 Lac (2,14,850) being males and 2.22 Lac (2,21,853) being females, making up 16.16% of the Srikakulam total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1033 females for every 1000 males.
Srikakulam Rural Population
The Rural population of Srikakulam District is 22.66 Lac (22,66,411), with 11.27 Lac (11,26,888) being males and 11.40 Lac (11,39,523) being females, making up 83.84% of the Srikakulam total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1012 females for every 1000 males.
Srikakulam Literacy Rate
Srikakulam District has a literacy rate of 61.74% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Srikakulam District is 71.61 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Srikakulam District is 52.08 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Srikakulam District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 78.36%, while in the rural regions of Srikakulam District, it is around 58.51%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Srikakulam
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61.74 | 71.61 | 52.08 |
| Urban Area | 78.36 | 85.97 | 71.06 |
| Rural Area | 58.51 | 68.86 | 48.35 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Srikakulam
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 61.72 | 71.6 | 52.04 |
| Christian | 58.57 | 67.63 | 50.4 |
| Muslim | 72.27 | 79.19 | 65.73 |
| Religion not stated | 64.84 | 75.78 | 53.39 |
Srikakulam Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Srikakulam District is 2.56 Lac (2,55,664) with 1.25 Lac (1,25,214) males and 1.30 Lac (1,30,450) females, which is 9.46% of Srikakulam District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1042 females for every 1000 males.
Srikakulam Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Srikakulam District is 1.66 Lac (1,66,118) with 81.38 k (81,382) males and 84.74 k (84,736) females, which is 6.15% of Srikakulam District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1042 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Srikakulam
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1015 |
| Urban Area | 1033 |
| Rural Area | 1012 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Srikakulam
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1015 |
| Christian | 1099 |
| Muslim | 1039 |
| Religion not stated | 944 |
Srikakulam Area & Households
The Total Area of Srikakulam District is 5,837 Square KM, with a population density of 463 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Srikakulam District are 12 and the Total Number of Villages in Srikakulam District are 1,802.The Total Number of households in Srikakulam District are 6.81 Lac(6,81,330).
Srikakulam Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Srikakulam District, there are about 12.90 Lac (12,90,288) workers, making up nearly 47.73% of the Srikakulam District total population. Out of these, around 7.66 Lac (7,66,483) are male workers, and about 5.24 Lac (5,23,805) are female workers.
Srikakulam - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Srikakulam district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 10,60,467, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 27,03,114 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 18.46% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 8.97%.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.
Srikakulam District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 10,60,467 to 27,03,114.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 18.46%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 10.60 Lac | ----- | ----- | 5.11 Lac | 5.50 Lac |
| 1911 | 11.01 Lac | 40.73 k | 3.840949318 | 5.25 Lac | 5.76 Lac |
| 1921 | 11.23 Lac | 22.26 k | 2.021614622 | 5.37 Lac | 5.87 Lac |
| 1931 | 12.23 Lac | 99.31 k | 8.839292152 | 5.88 Lac | 6.34 Lac |
| 1941 | 13.33 Lac | 1.11 Lac | 9.042932955 | 6.48 Lac | 6.86 Lac |
| 1951 | 14.06 Lac | 72.45 k | 5.433793756 | 6.82 Lac | 7.24 Lac |
| 1961 | 15.55 Lac | 1.50 Lac | 10.64005201 | 7.60 Lac | 7.95 Lac |
| 1971 | 17.70 Lac | 2.15 Lac | 13.79730469 | 8.71 Lac | 8.99 Lac |
| 1981 | 19.59 Lac | 1.89 Lac | 10.69985446 | 9.69 Lac | 9.91 Lac |
| 1991 | 23.21 Lac | 3.62 Lac | 18.46396155 | 11.54 Lac | 11.67 Lac |
| 2001 | 25.38 Lac | 2.16 Lac | 9.325947837 | 12.60 Lac | 12.78 Lac |
| 2011 | 27.03 Lac | 1.66 Lac | 6.522756013 | 13.42 Lac | 13.61 Lac |
Srikakulam - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 29.02 Lac (29,01,942) | 7.36% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 29.12 Lac (29,11,932) | 7.73% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 29.19 Lac (29,19,044) | 7.99% | 0.26 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 29.24 Lac (29,24,094) | 8.17% | 0.18 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 29.29 Lac (29,29,197) | 8.36% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 29.34 Lac (29,34,247) | 8.55% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 29.39 Lac (29,39,296) | 8.74% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 29.42 Lac (29,41,902) | 8.83% | 0.09 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 29.43 Lac (29,42,717) | 8.86% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 29.44 Lac (29,43,586) | 8.9% | 0.04 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 29.44 Lac (29,44,400) | 8.93% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 29.45 Lac (29,45,214) | 8.96% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 29.46 Lac (29,46,083) | 8.99% | 0.03 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Srikakulam District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 29.46 Lac (29,46,083), with a male population of 14.55 Lac (14,54,532) and a female population of 14.92 Lac (14,91,691). This reflects a total growth of 8.99% from Srikakulam District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.36%.