Molakalmuru Population
As per the 2011 Census, Molakalmuru Tehsil has a population of 1.41 Lac (1,41,284) with 72.05 k (72,049) males and 69.24 k (69,235) females.The sex ratio in Molakalmuru is 961, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Molakalmuru Tehsil is 18.67 k (18,674) which is 13.22% of Molakalmuru Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Molakalmuru Tehsil is 950 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Molakalmuru Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Chitradurga District in the state of KARNATAKA in India.
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Molakalmuru Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Molakalmuru Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.57 Lac (1,57,148), indicating a 11.23% increased from Molakalmuru 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 80.21 k, and the estimated female population is 76.94 k.
Molakalmuru Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Molakalmuru Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.58 Lac (1,58,121), projecting a 11.92% increased from Molakalmuru 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 80.71 k, and the estimated female population is 77.42 k.
Molakalmuru Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Molakalmuru Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 1.31 Lac (1,31,015), accounting for 92.73% of the Molakalmuru Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 66.84 k (66,840), and the Hindu female population is around 64.18 k (64,175).
Molakalmuru Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Molakalmuru Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 9.93 k (9,932), accounting for 7.03% of the Molakalmuru Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 5.03 k (5,033), and the Muslim female population is around 4.90 k (4,899).
Molakalmuru Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,31,015 | 92.73% |
| Muslim | 9,932 | 7.03% |
| Christian | 167 | 0.12% |
| Religion not stated | 105 | 0.07% |
| Jain | 36 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 20 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 9 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMolakalmuru Urban Population
The Urban population of Molakalmuru Tehsil is 15.80 k (15,797), with 7.95 k (7,954) being males and 7.84 k (7,843) being females, making up 11.18% of the Molakalmuru total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 987 females for every 1000 males.
Molakalmuru Rural Population
The Rural population of Molakalmuru Tehsil is 1.25 Lac (1,25,487), with 64.10 k (64,095) being males and 61.39 k (61,392) being females, making up 88.82% of the Molakalmuru total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 958 females for every 1000 males.
Molakalmuru Literacy Rate
Molakalmuru Tehsil has a literacy rate of 65.69% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Molakalmuru Tehsil is 75.94 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Molakalmuru Tehsil is 55.04 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Molakalmuru Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 80.97%, while in the rural regions of Molakalmuru Tehsil, it is around 63.73%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Molakalmuru
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 65.69 | 75.94 | 55.04 |
| Urban Area | 80.97 | 88.07 | 73.77 |
| Rural Area | 63.73 | 74.41 | 52.6 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Molakalmuru
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 64.54 | 75.14 | 53.53 |
| Muslim | 80.45 | 86.23 | 74.49 |
| Christian | 72.14 | 82.35 | 62.5 |
| Religion not stated | 73.86 | 84 | 60.53 |
Molakalmuru Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Molakalmuru Tehsil is 27.95 k (27,951) with 14.39 k (14,391) males and 13.56 k (13,560) females, which is 19.78% of Molakalmuru Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 943 females for every 1000 males.
Molakalmuru Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Molakalmuru Tehsil is 52.91 k (52,908) with 26.92 k (26,916) males and 25.99 k (25,992) females, which is 37.45% of Molakalmuru Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 966 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Molakalmuru
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 961 |
| Urban Area | 987 |
| Rural Area | 958 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Molakalmuru
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 961 |
| Muslim | 974 |
| Christian | 1088 |
| Religion not stated | 843 |
Molakalmuru Area & Households
The Total Area of Molakalmuru Tehsil is 739 Square KM, with a population density of 191 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Molakalmuru Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Molakalmuru Tehsil are 89.The Total Number of households in Molakalmuru Tehsil are 27.55 k(27,551).
Molakalmuru Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Molakalmuru Tehsil, there are about 71.49 k (71,486) workers, making up nearly 50.6% of the Molakalmuru Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 41.51 k (41,511) are male workers, and about 29.98 k (29,975) are female workers.
Molakalmuru - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.57 Lac (1,57,148) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.58 Lac (1,58,121) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.59 Lac (1,58,980) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.60 Lac (1,59,757) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.61 Lac (1,60,534) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.61 Lac (1,61,311) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.62 Lac (1,62,088) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.63 Lac (1,62,760) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.63 Lac (1,63,355) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.64 Lac (1,63,950) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.65 Lac (1,64,548) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.65 Lac (1,65,143) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.66 Lac (1,65,739) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Molakalmuru Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.66 Lac (1,65,739), with a male population of 84.55 k (84,548) and a female population of 81.20 k (81,195). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Molakalmuru Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.51%.