Chikmagalur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Chikmagalur District has a population of 11.38 Lac (11,37,961) with 5.67 Lac (5,66,622) males and 5.71 Lac (5,71,339) females.The sex ratio in Chikmagalur is 1009, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Chikmagalur District is 1.05 Lac (1,05,328) which is 9.26% of Chikmagalur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Chikmagalur District is 970 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Chikmagalur District is listed as part of KARNATAKA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Chikmagalur Population Census 2011
- Chikmagalur 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
Chikmagalur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Chikmagalur District current estimated population is projected to be 12.66 Lac (12,65,735), indicating a 11.23% increased from Chikmagalur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.31 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.35 Lac.
Chikmagalur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Chikmagalur District estimated population is projected to be 12.74 Lac (12,73,567), projecting a 11.92% increased from Chikmagalur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.35 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.39 Lac.
Chikmagalur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Chikmagalur District, with a total Hindu population of 10.05 Lac (10,04,553), accounting for 88.28% of the Chikmagalur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.00 Lac (4,99,925), and the Hindu female population is around 5.05 Lac (5,04,628).
Chikmagalur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Chikmagalur District, with a total Muslim population of 1.01 Lac (1,01,235), accounting for 8.9% of the Chikmagalur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 50.67 k (50,672), and the Muslim female population is around 50.56 k (50,563).
Chikmagalur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 10,04,553 | 88.28% |
| Muslim | 1,01,235 | 8.9% |
| Christian | 26,000 | 2.28% |
| Jain | 4,710 | 0.41% |
| Religion not stated | 1,168 | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 182 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 109 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 4 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationChikmagalur Urban Population
The Urban population of Chikmagalur District is 2.40 Lac (2,39,508), with 1.19 Lac (1,19,077) being males and 1.20 Lac (1,20,431) being females, making up 21.05% of the Chikmagalur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1012 females for every 1000 males.
Chikmagalur Rural Population
The Rural population of Chikmagalur District is 8.98 Lac (8,98,453), with 4.48 Lac (4,47,545) being males and 4.51 Lac (4,50,908) being females, making up 78.95% of the Chikmagalur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1008 females for every 1000 males.
Chikmagalur Literacy Rate
Chikmagalur District has a literacy rate of 79.25% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Chikmagalur District is 85.41 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Chikmagalur District is 73.16 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Chikmagalur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.93%, while in the rural regions of Chikmagalur District, it is around 76.95%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Chikmagalur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79.25 | 85.41 | 73.16 |
| Urban Area | 87.93 | 91.4 | 84.51 |
| Rural Area | 76.95 | 83.82 | 70.15 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Chikmagalur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 78.33 | 84.91 | 71.83 |
| Muslim | 86.03 | 88.65 | 83.43 |
| Christian | 87.13 | 90.77 | 83.57 |
| Jain | 92.41 | 95.41 | 89.22 |
Chikmagalur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Chikmagalur District is 2.54 Lac (2,53,651) with 1.25 Lac (1,25,016) males and 1.29 Lac (1,28,635) females, which is 22.29% of Chikmagalur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1029 females for every 1000 males.
Chikmagalur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Chikmagalur District is 44.97 k (44,970) with 21.99 k (21,990) males and 22.98 k (22,980) females, which is 3.95% of Chikmagalur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1046 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Chikmagalur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1009 |
| Urban Area | 1012 |
| Rural Area | 1008 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Chikmagalur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1010 |
| Muslim | 998 |
| Christian | 1021 |
| Jain | 939 |
Chikmagalur Area & Households
The Total Area of Chikmagalur District is 7,202 Square KM, with a population density of 158 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Chikmagalur District are 9 and the Total Number of Villages in Chikmagalur District are 1,117.The Total Number of households in Chikmagalur District are 2.76 Lac(2,76,085).
Chikmagalur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Chikmagalur District, there are about 5.66 Lac (5,65,774) workers, making up nearly 49.72% of the Chikmagalur District total population. Out of these, around 3.58 Lac (3,57,889) are male workers, and about 2.08 Lac (2,07,885) are female workers.
Chikmagalur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Chikmagalur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,59,270, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 11,37,961 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 43.05% 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 11.84%.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.
Chikmagalur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,59,270 to 11,37,961.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 43.05%.
- 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 | 3.59 Lac | ---- | ---- | 1.88 Lac | 1.71 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.38 Lac | -20.81 k | -5.793136081 | 1.77 Lac | 1.61 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.34 Lac | -4.92 k | -1.453360397 | 1.75 Lac | 1.59 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.48 Lac | 14.18 k | 4.250490199 | 1.84 Lac | 1.63 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.58 Lac | 10.58 k | 3.04128381 | 1.89 Lac | 1.69 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.18 Lac | 59.25 k | 16.53632532 | 2.20 Lac | 1.97 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.97 Lac | 1.80 Lac | 43.05404538 | 3.14 Lac | 2.84 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.37 Lac | 1.39 Lac | 23.32845029 | 3.80 Lac | 3.56 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.12 Lac | 1.75 Lac | 23.77285185 | 4.67 Lac | 4.45 Lac |
| 1991 | 10.17 Lac | 1.06 Lac | 11.57244872 | 5.15 Lac | 5.03 Lac |
| 2001 | 11.41 Lac | 1.24 Lac | 12.15217398 | 5.75 Lac | 5.66 Lac |
| 2011 | 11.38 Lac | -2.94 k | -0.26 | 5.67 Lac | 5.71 Lac |
Chikmagalur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12.66 Lac (12,65,735) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 12.74 Lac (12,73,567) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 12.80 Lac (12,80,491) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 12.87 Lac (12,86,749) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 12.93 Lac (12,93,008) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 12.99 Lac (12,99,266) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 13.06 Lac (13,05,524) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 13.11 Lac (13,10,930) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 13.16 Lac (13,15,726) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 13.21 Lac (13,20,521) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 13.25 Lac (13,25,335) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 13.30 Lac (13,30,130) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 13.35 Lac (13,34,926) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Chikmagalur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 13.35 Lac (13,34,926), with a male population of 6.65 Lac (6,64,912) and a female population of 6.70 Lac (6,70,028). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Chikmagalur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.69%.