Chamarajanagar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Chamarajanagar District has a population of 10.21 Lac (10,20,791) with 5.12 Lac (5,12,231) males and 5.09 Lac (5,08,560) females.The sex ratio in Chamarajanagar is 993, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Chamarajanagar District is 1.01 Lac (1,00,648) which is 9.86% of Chamarajanagar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Chamarajanagar District is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Chamarajanagar District is listed as part of KARNATAKA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Chamarajanagar Population Census 2011
- Chamarajanagar 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
Chamarajanagar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Chamarajanagar District current estimated population is projected to be 11.35 Lac (11,35,409), indicating a 11.23% increased from Chamarajanagar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 5.70 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.65 Lac.
Chamarajanagar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Chamarajanagar District estimated population is projected to be 11.42 Lac (11,42,434), projecting a 11.92% increased from Chamarajanagar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 5.74 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.69 Lac.
Chamarajanagar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Chamarajanagar District, with a total Hindu population of 9.42 Lac (9,42,071), accounting for 92.29% of the Chamarajanagar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.73 Lac (4,72,644), and the Hindu female population is around 4.69 Lac (4,69,427).
Chamarajanagar Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Chamarajanagar District, with a total Muslim population of 47.21 k (47,210), accounting for 4.62% of the Chamarajanagar District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 23.89 k (23,894), and the Muslim female population is around 23.32 k (23,316).
Chamarajanagar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 9,42,071 | 92.29% |
| Muslim | 47,210 | 4.62% |
| Christian | 22,183 | 2.17% |
| Buddhist | 4,872 | 0.48% |
| Religion not stated | 3,418 | 0.33% |
| Jain | 761 | 0.07% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 140 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 136 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationChamarajanagar Urban Population
The Urban population of Chamarajanagar District is 1.75 Lac (1,74,974), with 87.35 k (87,347) being males and 87.63 k (87,627) being females, making up 17.14% of the Chamarajanagar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1004 females for every 1000 males.
Chamarajanagar Rural Population
The Rural population of Chamarajanagar District is 8.46 Lac (8,45,817), with 4.25 Lac (4,24,884) being males and 4.21 Lac (4,20,933) being females, making up 82.86% of the Chamarajanagar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 991 females for every 1000 males.
Chamarajanagar Literacy Rate
Chamarajanagar District has a literacy rate of 61.43% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Chamarajanagar District is 67.93 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Chamarajanagar District is 54.92 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Chamarajanagar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 78.39%, while in the rural regions of Chamarajanagar District, it is around 57.95%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Chamarajanagar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61.43 | 67.93 | 54.92 |
| Urban Area | 78.39 | 83.29 | 73.54 |
| Rural Area | 57.95 | 64.8 | 51.06 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Chamarajanagar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 59.89 | 66.71 | 53.06 |
| Muslim | 83.84 | 85.39 | 82.26 |
| Christian | 77.78 | 80.9 | 74.72 |
| Buddhist | 74.91 | 78.72 | 70.92 |
Chamarajanagar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Chamarajanagar District is 2.59 Lac (2,59,445) with 1.31 Lac (1,30,894) males and 1.29 Lac (1,28,551) females, which is 25.42% of Chamarajanagar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 983 females for every 1000 males.
Chamarajanagar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Chamarajanagar District is 1.20 Lac (1,20,219) with 59.37 k (59,369) males and 60.85 k (60,850) females, which is 11.78% of Chamarajanagar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1025 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Chamarajanagar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 993 |
| Urban Area | 1004 |
| Rural Area | 991 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Chamarajanagar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 994 |
| Muslim | 976 |
| Christian | 1019 |
| Buddhist | 958 |
Chamarajanagar Area & Households
The Total Area of Chamarajanagar District is 5,648 Square KM, with a population density of 181 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Chamarajanagar District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Chamarajanagar District are 509.The Total Number of households in Chamarajanagar District are 2.45 Lac(2,44,874).
Chamarajanagar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Chamarajanagar District, there are about 4.82 Lac (4,81,693) workers, making up nearly 47.19% of the Chamarajanagar District total population. Out of these, around 3.24 Lac (3,24,326) are male workers, and about 1.57 Lac (1,57,367) are female workers.
Chamarajanagar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Chamarajanagar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,34,676, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 10,20,791 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 24.61% 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 10.94%.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.
Chamarajanagar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,34,676 to 10,20,791.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 24.61%.
- 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 | 3.35 Lac | ---- | ---- | 1.65 Lac | 1.69 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.44 Lac | 9.74 k | 2.90967981 | 1.71 Lac | 1.73 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.29 Lac | -15.91 k | -4.620311602 | 1.64 Lac | 1.65 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.52 Lac | 23.98 k | 7.301043224 | 1.76 Lac | 1.76 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.90 Lac | 37.85 k | 10.73861299 | 1.98 Lac | 1.93 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.49 Lac | 59.11 k | 15.14358106 | 2.27 Lac | 2.22 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.34 Lac | 84.31 k | 18.75878856 | 2.71 Lac | 2.63 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.17 Lac | 82.74 k | 15.50194001 | 3.15 Lac | 3.01 Lac |
| 1981 | 7.68 Lac | 1.52 Lac | 24.6059218 | 3.93 Lac | 3.75 Lac |
| 1991 | 8.83 Lac | 1.15 Lac | 14.99183804 | 4.52 Lac | 4.31 Lac |
| 2001 | 9.65 Lac | 82.10 k | 9.293666831 | 4.90 Lac | 4.76 Lac |
| 2011 | 10.21 Lac | 55.33 k | 5.730831457 | 5.12 Lac | 5.09 Lac |
Chamarajanagar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 11.35 Lac (11,35,409) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 11.42 Lac (11,42,434) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 11.49 Lac (11,48,646) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 11.54 Lac (11,54,259) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 11.60 Lac (11,59,873) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 11.65 Lac (11,65,487) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 11.71 Lac (11,71,101) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 11.76 Lac (11,75,951) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 11.80 Lac (11,80,252) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 11.85 Lac (11,84,554) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 11.89 Lac (11,88,872) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 11.93 Lac (11,93,174) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 11.97 Lac (11,97,475) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Chamarajanagar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 11.97 Lac (11,97,475), with a male population of 6.01 Lac (6,01,086) and a female population of 5.96 Lac (5,96,405). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Chamarajanagar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.51%.