Challakere Population
As per the 2011 Census, Challakere Tehsil has a population of 3.66 Lac (3,65,784) with 1.86 Lac (1,85,931) males and 1.80 Lac (1,79,853) females.The sex ratio in Challakere is 968, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Challakere Tehsil is 41.25 k (41,247) which is 11.28% of Challakere Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Challakere Tehsil is 935 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Challakere Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Chitradurga District in the state of KARNATAKA in India.
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Challakere Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Challakere Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 4.07 Lac (4,06,856), indicating a 11.23% increased from Challakere 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 2.07 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.00 Lac.
Challakere Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Challakere Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 4.09 Lac (4,09,373), projecting a 11.92% increased from Challakere 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 2.08 Lac, and the estimated female population is 2.01 Lac.
Challakere Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Challakere Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 3.47 Lac (3,47,387), accounting for 94.97% of the Challakere Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.77 Lac (1,76,710), and the Hindu female population is around 1.71 Lac (1,70,677).
Challakere Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Challakere Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 17.10 k (17,104), accounting for 4.68% of the Challakere Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 8.60 k (8,599), and the Muslim female population is around 8.51 k (8,505).
Challakere Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 3,47,387 | 94.97% |
| Muslim | 17,104 | 4.68% |
| Religion not stated | 431 | 0.12% |
| Jain | 418 | 0.11% |
| Christian | 364 | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 56 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 14 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 10 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationChallakere Urban Population
The Urban population of Challakere Tehsil is 55.19 k (55,194), with 27.59 k (27,588) being males and 27.61 k (27,606) being females, making up 15.09% of the Challakere total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1001 females for every 1000 males.
Challakere Rural Population
The Rural population of Challakere Tehsil is 3.11 Lac (3,10,590), with 1.58 Lac (1,58,343) being males and 1.52 Lac (1,52,247) being females, making up 84.91% of the Challakere total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Challakere Literacy Rate
Challakere Tehsil has a literacy rate of 69.22% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Challakere Tehsil is 77.84 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Challakere Tehsil is 60.34 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Challakere Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 82.24%, while in the rural regions of Challakere Tehsil, it is around 66.88%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Challakere
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69.22 | 77.84 | 60.34 |
| Urban Area | 82.24 | 87.77 | 76.77 |
| Rural Area | 66.88 | 76.1 | 57.32 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Challakere
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 68.75 | 77.58 | 59.65 |
| Muslim | 77.9 | 82.75 | 73.04 |
| Religion not stated | 71.31 | 77.5 | 66.33 |
| Jain | 95.37 | 97.24 | 93.55 |
Challakere Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Challakere Tehsil is 82.90 k (82,899) with 42.12 k (42,115) males and 40.78 k (40,784) females, which is 22.66% of Challakere Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 969 females for every 1000 males.
Challakere Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Challakere Tehsil is 1.08 Lac (1,07,640) with 54.71 k (54,709) males and 52.93 k (52,931) females, which is 29.43% of Challakere Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 968 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Challakere
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 968 |
| Urban Area | 1001 |
| Rural Area | 962 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Challakere
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 966 |
| Muslim | 990 |
| Religion not stated | 1134 |
| Jain | 982 |
Challakere Area & Households
The Total Area of Challakere Tehsil is 2,074 Square KM, with a population density of 176 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Challakere Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Challakere Tehsil are 195.The Total Number of households in Challakere Tehsil are 76.36 k(76,361).
Challakere Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Challakere Tehsil, there are about 1.99 Lac (1,99,247) workers, making up nearly 54.47% of the Challakere Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 1.13 Lac (1,13,035) are male workers, and about 86.21 k (86,212) are female workers.
Challakere - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 4.07 Lac (4,06,856) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 4.09 Lac (4,09,373) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 4.12 Lac (4,11,599) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 4.14 Lac (4,13,611) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 4.16 Lac (4,15,622) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 4.18 Lac (4,17,634) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 4.20 Lac (4,19,645) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 4.21 Lac (4,21,383) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 4.23 Lac (4,22,925) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 4.24 Lac (4,24,466) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 4.26 Lac (4,26,013) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 4.28 Lac (4,27,555) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 4.29 Lac (4,29,096) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Challakere Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 4.29 Lac (4,29,096), with a male population of 2.18 Lac (2,18,184) and a female population of 2.11 Lac (2,10,920). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Challakere Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.51%.