Kheda Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kheda District has a population of 23.00 Lac (22,99,885) with 11.86 Lac (11,85,727) males and 11.14 Lac (11,14,158) females.The sex ratio in Kheda is 940, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kheda District is 2.91 Lac (2,91,133) which is 12.66% of Kheda District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kheda District is 896 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kheda District is listed as part of GUJARAT State in INDIA.
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Kheda Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kheda District current estimated population is projected to be 27.48 Lac (27,47,796), indicating a 19.48% increased from Kheda's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 14.27 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.20 Lac.
Kheda Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kheda District estimated population is projected to be 27.80 Lac (27,80,225), projecting a 20.89% increased from Kheda's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 14.45 Lac, and the estimated female population is 13.35 Lac.
Kheda Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kheda District, with a total Hindu population of 20.01 Lac (20,00,884), accounting for 87% of the Kheda District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 10.33 Lac (10,32,736), and the Hindu female population is around 9.68 Lac (9,68,148).
Kheda Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kheda District, with a total Muslim population of 2.64 Lac (2,64,482), accounting for 11.5% of the Kheda District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.35 Lac (1,35,182), and the Muslim female population is around 1.29 Lac (1,29,300).
Kheda Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 20,00,884 | 87% |
| Muslim | 2,64,482 | 11.5% |
| Christian | 26,629 | 1.16% |
| Jain | 3,479 | 0.15% |
| Religion not stated | 2,626 | 0.11% |
| Sikh | 1,403 | 0.06% |
| Buddhist | 300 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 82 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKheda Urban Population
The Urban population of Kheda District is 5.24 Lac (5,23,609), with 2.71 Lac (2,70,530) being males and 2.53 Lac (2,53,079) being females, making up 22.77% of the Kheda total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 936 females for every 1000 males.
Kheda Rural Population
The Rural population of Kheda District is 17.76 Lac (17,76,276), with 9.15 Lac (9,15,197) being males and 8.61 Lac (8,61,079) being females, making up 77.23% of the Kheda total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 941 females for every 1000 males.
Kheda Literacy Rate
Kheda District has a literacy rate of 82.65% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kheda District is 91.31 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kheda District is 73.49 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kheda District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.72%, while in the rural regions of Kheda District, it is around 81.42%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kheda
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82.65 | 91.31 | 73.49 |
| Urban Area | 86.72 | 92.08 | 81.06 |
| Rural Area | 81.42 | 91.08 | 71.22 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kheda
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 82.07 | 91.08 | 72.52 |
| Muslim | 85.84 | 92.54 | 78.89 |
| Christian | 93.09 | 96.23 | 89.82 |
| Jain | 96.83 | 98.05 | 95.48 |
Kheda Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kheda District is 1.16 Lac (1,15,631) with 59.73 k (59,734) males and 55.90 k (55,897) females, which is 5.03% of Kheda District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 936 females for every 1000 males.
Kheda Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kheda District is 40.34 k (40,336) with 21.06 k (21,057) males and 19.28 k (19,279) females, which is 1.75% of Kheda District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 916 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kheda
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 940 |
| Urban Area | 936 |
| Rural Area | 941 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kheda
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 938 |
| Muslim | 957 |
| Christian | 952 |
| Jain | 885 |
Kheda Area & Households
The Total Area of Kheda District is 3,953 Square KM, with a population density of 582 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kheda District are 12 and the Total Number of Villages in Kheda District are 618.The Total Number of households in Kheda District are 4.67 Lac(4,66,856).
Kheda Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kheda District, there are about 9.34 Lac (9,33,983) workers, making up nearly 40.61% of the Kheda District total population. Out of these, around 6.75 Lac (6,74,586) are male workers, and about 2.59 Lac (2,59,397) are female workers.
Kheda - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kheda district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 5,24,392, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 22,99,885 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 25.39% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1911 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 14.72%.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.
Kheda District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 5,24,392 to 22,99,885.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 25.39%.
- The year 1911 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 5.24 Lac | ----- | ----- | 2.76 Lac | 2.48 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.14 Lac | -10.37 k | -1.978100352 | 2.76 Lac | 2.39 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.22 Lac | 8.30 k | 1.614531759 | 2.79 Lac | 2.43 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.68 Lac | 45.96 k | 8.798854338 | 3.03 Lac | 2.65 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.76 Lac | 1.08 Lac | 18.99411554 | 3.57 Lac | 3.20 Lac |
| 1951 | 8.16 Lac | 1.40 Lac | 20.67907396 | 4.25 Lac | 3.91 Lac |
| 1961 | 10.19 Lac | 2.03 Lac | 24.85889345 | 5.32 Lac | 4.86 Lac |
| 1971 | 12.78 Lac | 2.59 Lac | 25.39171724 | 6.70 Lac | 6.08 Lac |
| 1981 | 15.66 Lac | 2.89 Lac | 22.59895275 | 8.14 Lac | 7.52 Lac |
| 1991 | 17.98 Lac | 2.32 Lac | 14.8063569 | 9.34 Lac | 8.64 Lac |
| 2001 | 20.38 Lac | 2.40 Lac | 13.32449527 | 10.60 Lac | 9.78 Lac |
| 2011 | 23.00 Lac | 2.62 Lac | 12.85596797 | 11.86 Lac | 11.14 Lac |
Kheda - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 27.48 Lac (27,47,796) | 19.48% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 27.80 Lac (27,80,225) | 20.89% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 28.11 Lac (28,10,657) | 22.21% | 1.32 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 28.40 Lac (28,39,655) | 23.47% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 28.69 Lac (28,68,654) | 24.73% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 28.98 Lac (28,97,652) | 25.99% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 29.27 Lac (29,26,650) | 27.25% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 29.54 Lac (29,53,612) | 28.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 29.79 Lac (29,79,142) | 29.53% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 30.05 Lac (30,04,671) | 30.64% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 30.30 Lac (30,30,200) | 31.75% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 30.56 Lac (30,55,729) | 32.86% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 30.81 Lac (30,81,258) | 33.97% | 1.11 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kheda District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 30.81 Lac (30,81,258), with a male population of 16.04 Lac (16,04,156) and a female population of 14.77 Lac (14,76,743). This reflects a total growth of 33.97% from Kheda District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.21%.