Karnataka Population

As per the 2011 Census, Karnataka State has a population of 6.11 Cr (6,10,95,297) with 3.10 Cr (3,09,66,657) males and 3.01 Cr (3,01,28,640) females.The sex ratio in Karnataka is 973, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Karnataka State is 71.61 Lac (71,61,033) which is 11.72% of Karnataka State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Karnataka State is 949 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Karnataka State is listed as part of the South region of India .

6.11 Cr

Toatl Population

3.10 Cr

Male Population

3.01 Cr

Female Population

Karnataka Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Karnataka State current estimated population is projected to be 6.80 Cr (6,79,55,236), indicating a 11.23% increased from Karnataka's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.45 Cr, and the estimated female population is 3.35 Cr.

Karnataka Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Karnataka State estimated population is projected to be 6.84 Cr (6,83,75,719), projecting a 11.92% increased from Karnataka's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.47 Cr, and the estimated female population is 3.37 Cr.

Karnataka Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Karnataka State, with a total Hindu population of 5.13 Cr (5,13,17,472), accounting for 84% of the Karnataka State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.60 Cr (2,60,17,983), and the Hindu female population is around 2.53 Cr (2,52,99,489).

Karnataka Muslim Population

Muslim is the second most popular religion in Karnataka State, with a total Muslim population of 78.93 Lac (78,93,065), accounting for 12.92% of the Karnataka State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 40.08 Lac (40,07,871), and the Muslim female population is around 38.85 Lac (38,85,194).

Karnataka Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu5,13,17,47284%
Muslim78,93,06512.92%
Christian11,42,6471.87%
Jain4,40,2800.72%
Religion not stated1,66,0870.27%
Buddhist95,7100.16%
Sikh28,7730.05%
Other religions and persuasions11,2630.02%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Karnataka Urban Population

The Urban population of Karnataka State is 2.36 Cr (2,36,25,962), with 1.20 Cr (1,20,37,303) being males and 1.16 Cr (1,15,88,659) being females, making up 38.67% of the Karnataka total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 963 females for every 1000 males.

Karnataka Rural Population

The Rural population of Karnataka State is 3.75 Cr (3,74,69,335), with 1.89 Cr (1,89,29,354) being males and 1.85 Cr (1,85,39,981) being females, making up 61.33% of the Karnataka total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 980 females for every 1000 males.

Karnataka Literacy Rate

Karnataka State has a literacy rate of 75.36% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Karnataka State is 82.47 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Karnataka State is 68.08 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Karnataka State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.78%, while in the rural regions of Karnataka State, it is around 68.73%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Karnataka

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 75.36 82.47 68.08
Urban Area 85.78 90.04 81.36
Rural Area 68.73 77.61 59.71

Literacy Rate by Religion in Karnataka

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 74.36 81.98 66.56
Muslim 78.89 83.53 74.12
Christian 90.8 93.16 88.57
Jain 88.33 92.94 83.51

Karnataka Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Karnataka State is 1.05 Cr (1,04,74,992) with 52.65 Lac (52,64,545) males and 52.10 Lac (52,10,447) females, which is 17.15% of Karnataka State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 990 females for every 1000 males.

Karnataka Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Karnataka State is 42.49 Lac (42,48,987) with 21.35 Lac (21,34,754) males and 21.14 Lac (21,14,233) females, which is 6.95% of Karnataka State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 991 females for every 1000 males.

Karnataka Slum Population

Slum Population in Karnataka State is 32.91 Lac (32,91,434) with 16.51 Lac (16,50,724) males and 16.41 Lac (16,40,710) females, which is 5.39% of Karnataka State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 994 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Karnataka State are 7.08 Lac (7,07,662).

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Karnataka

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 973
Urban Area 963
Rural Area 980

Sex Ratio by Religion in Karnataka

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 973
Muslim 970
Christian 1050
Jain 953

Karnataka Area & Households

The Total Area of Karnataka State is 1,91,791 Square KM, with a population density of 319 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Karnataka State are 347 and the Total Number of Villages in Karnataka State are 29,340.The Total Number of households in Karnataka State are 1.34 Cr(1,33,57,027).

Karnataka Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Karnataka State, there are about 2.79 Cr (2,78,72,597) workers, making up nearly 45.62% of the Karnataka State total population. Out of these, around 1.83 Cr (1,82,70,116) are male workers, and about 96.02 Lac (96,02,481) are female workers.

Karnataka - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Karnataka state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 1,30,54,754, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 6,10,95,297 by the dataset's conclusion.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 26.75% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 15.37%.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.

Karnataka State population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 1,30,54,754 to 6,10,95,297.
  • The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 26.75%.
  • The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 1.31 Cr ---- ---- 65.82 Lac 64.73 Lac
1911 1.35 Cr 4.70 Lac 3.60402808 68.28 Lac 66.97 Lac
1921 1.34 Cr -1.48 Lac -1.091676598 67.94 Lac 65.84 Lac
1931 1.46 Cr 12.55 Lac 9.384292353 74.45 Lac 71.88 Lac
1941 1.63 Cr 16.22 Lac 11.08711055 82.94 Lac 79.61 Lac
1951 1.94 Cr 31.47 Lac 19.35722403 98.67 Lac 95.35 Lac
1961 2.36 Cr 41.85 Lac 21.5690418 1.20 Cr 1.15 Cr
1971 2.93 Cr 57.12 Lac 24.21798964 1.50 Cr 1.43 Cr
1981 3.71 Cr 78.37 Lac 26.74731648 1.89 Cr 1.82 Cr
1991 4.50 Cr 78.41 Lac 21.11575665 2.30 Cr 2.20 Cr
2001 5.29 Cr 78.73 Lac 17.5052267 2.69 Cr 2.60 Cr
2011 6.11 Cr 82.45 Lac 15.60008955 3.10 Cr 3.01 Cr

Historical Population of Karnataka by Census Year 1901-2011

Karnataka - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 6.80 Cr (6,79,55,236) 11.23%
2025 6.84 Cr (6,83,75,719) 11.92% 0.69 %
2026 6.87 Cr (6,87,47,493) 12.53% 0.61 %
2027 6.91 Cr (6,90,83,482) 13.07% 0.54 %
2028 6.94 Cr (6,94,19,471) 13.62% 0.55 %
2029 6.98 Cr (6,97,55,460) 14.17% 0.55 %
2030 7.01 Cr (7,00,91,449) 14.72% 0.55 %
2031 7.04 Cr (7,03,81,711) 15.2% 0.48 %
2032 7.06 Cr (7,06,39,170) 15.62% 0.42 %
2033 7.09 Cr (7,08,96,629) 16.04% 0.42 %
2034 7.12 Cr (7,11,55,082) 16.47% 0.43 %
2035 7.14 Cr (7,14,12,541) 16.89% 0.42 %
2036 7.17 Cr (7,16,70,000) 17.31% 0.42 %

Projected estimates indicate that Karnataka State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 7.17 Cr (7,16,70,000), with a male population of 3.63 Cr (3,63,38,333) and a female population of 3.53 Cr (3,53,32,832). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Karnataka State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.51%.

Karnataka Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Karnataka is 6.11 Cr (6,10,95,297).

The estimated population of Karnataka in 2024 is approximately 6.80 Cr (6,79,55,236).

Hindu constitute 84% of Karnataka population, amounting to approximately 5.13 Cr (5,13,17,472) people.

Muslim constitute 12.92% of Karnataka population, totaling around 78.93 Lac (78,93,065) people.

Hindu: 84%, Muslim: 12.92%, Christian: 1.87%, Jain: 0.72%, Religion not stated: 0.27%, Buddhist: 0.16%, Sikh: 0.05%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.02%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Karnataka is 1.05 Cr (17.15%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 42.49 Lac (6.95%).

In Karnataka, 2.36 Cr (38.67%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 3.75 Cr (61.33%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karnataka is 75.36%, with male literacy at 82.47% and female literacy at 68.08%.

The sex ratio in Karnataka is 973 females for every 1000 males.

Karnataka population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.51% up to 2036.