Chitradurga Population
As per the 2011 Census, Chitradurga District has a population of 16.59 Lac (16,59,456) with 8.41 Lac (8,40,843) males and 8.19 Lac (8,18,613) females.The sex ratio in Chitradurga is 974, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Chitradurga District is 1.84 Lac (1,84,280) which is 11.1% of Chitradurga District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Chitradurga District is 948 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Chitradurga District is listed as part of KARNATAKA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Chitradurga Population Census 2011
- Chitradurga 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
Chitradurga Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Chitradurga District current estimated population is projected to be 18.46 Lac (18,45,785), indicating a 11.23% increased from Chitradurga's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 9.36 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.10 Lac.
Chitradurga Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Chitradurga District estimated population is projected to be 18.57 Lac (18,57,206), projecting a 11.92% increased from Chitradurga's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 9.42 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.15 Lac.
Chitradurga Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Chitradurga District, with a total Hindu population of 15.21 Lac (15,20,553), accounting for 91.63% of the Chitradurga District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.71 Lac (7,70,751), and the Hindu female population is around 7.50 Lac (7,49,802).
Chitradurga Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Chitradurga District, with a total Muslim population of 1.29 Lac (1,28,751), accounting for 7.76% of the Chitradurga District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 65.03 k (65,034), and the Muslim female population is around 63.72 k (63,717).
Chitradurga Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 15,20,553 | 91.63% |
| Muslim | 1,28,751 | 7.76% |
| Jain | 3,778 | 0.23% |
| Christian | 3,175 | 0.19% |
| Religion not stated | 2,665 | 0.16% |
| Sikh | 322 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 128 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 84 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationChitradurga Urban Population
The Urban population of Chitradurga District is 3.30 Lac (3,29,533), with 1.65 Lac (1,65,270) being males and 1.64 Lac (1,64,263) being females, making up 19.86% of the Chitradurga total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 994 females for every 1000 males.
Chitradurga Rural Population
The Rural population of Chitradurga District is 13.30 Lac (13,29,923), with 6.76 Lac (6,75,573) being males and 6.54 Lac (6,54,350) being females, making up 80.14% of the Chitradurga total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 969 females for every 1000 males.
Chitradurga Literacy Rate
Chitradurga District has a literacy rate of 73.71% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Chitradurga District is 81.37 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Chitradurga District is 65.88 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Chitradurga District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.89%, while in the rural regions of Chitradurga District, it is around 70.68%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Chitradurga
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 73.71 | 81.37 | 65.88 |
| Urban Area | 85.89 | 90.22 | 81.55 |
| Rural Area | 70.68 | 79.19 | 61.91 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Chitradurga
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 72.97 | 80.98 | 64.76 |
| Muslim | 81.61 | 85.25 | 77.9 |
| Jain | 94.83 | 97.09 | 92.4 |
| Christian | 84.59 | 88.55 | 81.14 |
Chitradurga Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Chitradurga District is 3.89 Lac (3,89,117) with 1.97 Lac (1,96,819) males and 1.92 Lac (1,92,298) females, which is 23.45% of Chitradurga District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 978 females for every 1000 males.
Chitradurga Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Chitradurga District is 3.03 Lac (3,02,554) with 1.53 Lac (1,52,939) males and 1.50 Lac (1,49,615) females, which is 18.23% of Chitradurga District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 979 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Chitradurga
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 974 |
| Urban Area | 994 |
| Rural Area | 969 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Chitradurga
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 973 |
| Muslim | 980 |
| Jain | 931 |
| Christian | 1129 |
Chitradurga Area & Households
The Total Area of Chitradurga District is 8,436 Square KM, with a population density of 197 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Chitradurga District are 8 and the Total Number of Villages in Chitradurga District are 1,063.The Total Number of households in Chitradurga District are 3.57 Lac(3,57,003).
Chitradurga Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Chitradurga District, there are about 8.57 Lac (8,56,587) workers, making up nearly 51.62% of the Chitradurga District total population. Out of these, around 5.13 Lac (5,13,311) are male workers, and about 3.43 Lac (3,43,276) are female workers.
Chitradurga - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Chitradurga district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,54,308, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 16,59,456 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 25.97% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 15.24%.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.
Chitradurga District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,54,308 to 16,59,456.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 25.97%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 3.54 Lac | ---- | ---- | 1.80 Lac | 1.74 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.94 Lac | 39.65 k | 11.18941712 | 2.00 Lac | 1.94 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.09 Lac | 14.64 k | 3.714910154 | 2.10 Lac | 1.99 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.63 Lac | 54.37 k | 13.30557921 | 2.37 Lac | 2.26 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.06 Lac | 42.61 k | 9.204390078 | 2.61 Lac | 2.45 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.88 Lac | 82.93 k | 16.40382542 | 3.03 Lac | 2.86 Lac |
| 1961 | 7.41 Lac | 1.53 Lac | 25.97243486 | 3.82 Lac | 3.60 Lac |
| 1971 | 8.99 Lac | 1.58 Lac | 21.30090754 | 4.62 Lac | 4.37 Lac |
| 1981 | 10.89 Lac | 1.90 Lac | 21.13378044 | 5.58 Lac | 5.31 Lac |
| 1991 | 13.13 Lac | 2.23 Lac | 20.50970161 | 6.73 Lac | 6.40 Lac |
| 2001 | 15.18 Lac | 2.05 Lac | 15.63010154 | 7.76 Lac | 7.42 Lac |
| 2011 | 16.59 Lac | 1.42 Lac | 9.326067135 | 8.41 Lac | 8.19 Lac |
Chitradurga - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18.46 Lac (18,45,785) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 18.57 Lac (18,57,206) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 18.67 Lac (18,67,304) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 18.76 Lac (18,76,430) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 18.86 Lac (18,85,556) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 18.95 Lac (18,94,682) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 19.04 Lac (19,03,808) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 19.12 Lac (19,11,692) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 19.19 Lac (19,18,685) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 19.26 Lac (19,25,678) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 19.33 Lac (19,32,698) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 19.40 Lac (19,39,691) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 19.47 Lac (19,46,684) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Chitradurga District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 19.47 Lac (19,46,684), with a male population of 9.87 Lac (9,86,702) and a female population of 9.60 Lac (9,60,014). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Chitradurga District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.51%.