Dakshina Kannada Population
As per the 2011 Census, Dakshina Kannada District has a population of 20.90 Lac (20,89,649) with 10.35 Lac (10,34,714) males and 10.55 Lac (10,54,935) females.The sex ratio in Dakshina Kannada is 1020, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Dakshina Kannada District is 2.08 Lac (2,08,297) which is 9.97% of Dakshina Kannada District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Dakshina Kannada District is 947 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Dakshina Kannada District is listed as part of KARNATAKA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Dakshina Kannada Population Census 2011
- Dakshina Kannada 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
Dakshina Kannada Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Dakshina Kannada District current estimated population is projected to be 23.24 Lac (23,24,281), indicating a 11.23% increased from Dakshina Kannada's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 11.52 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.72 Lac.
Dakshina Kannada Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Dakshina Kannada District estimated population is projected to be 23.39 Lac (23,38,663), projecting a 11.92% increased from Dakshina Kannada's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 11.59 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.80 Lac.
Dakshina Kannada Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Dakshina Kannada District, with a total Hindu population of 14.04 Lac (14,03,854), accounting for 67.18% of the Dakshina Kannada District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.97 Lac (6,96,962), and the Hindu female population is around 7.07 Lac (7,06,892).
Dakshina Kannada Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Dakshina Kannada District, with a total Muslim population of 5.02 Lac (5,01,896), accounting for 24.02% of the Dakshina Kannada District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.50 Lac (2,50,215), and the Muslim female population is around 2.52 Lac (2,51,681).
Dakshina Kannada Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 14,03,854 | 67.18% |
| Muslim | 5,01,896 | 24.02% |
| Christian | 1,71,398 | 8.2% |
| Jain | 10,397 | 0.5% |
| Religion not stated | 996 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 525 | 0.03% |
| Buddhist | 445 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 138 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDakshina Kannada Urban Population
The Urban population of Dakshina Kannada District is 9.96 Lac (9,96,086), with 4.93 Lac (4,93,230) being males and 5.03 Lac (5,02,856) being females, making up 47.67% of the Dakshina Kannada total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1020 females for every 1000 males.
Dakshina Kannada Rural Population
The Rural population of Dakshina Kannada District is 10.94 Lac (10,93,563), with 5.41 Lac (5,41,484) being males and 5.52 Lac (5,52,079) being females, making up 52.33% of the Dakshina Kannada total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1020 females for every 1000 males.
Dakshina Kannada Literacy Rate
Dakshina Kannada District has a literacy rate of 88.57% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Dakshina Kannada District is 93.13 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Dakshina Kannada District is 84.13 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Dakshina Kannada District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 92.12%, while in the rural regions of Dakshina Kannada District, it is around 85.33%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Dakshina Kannada
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 88.57 | 93.13 | 84.13 |
| Urban Area | 92.12 | 95.5 | 88.83 |
| Rural Area | 85.33 | 90.97 | 79.83 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Dakshina Kannada
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 87.66 | 92.19 | 83.21 |
| Muslim | 88.55 | 94.45 | 82.77 |
| Christian | 95.45 | 97.02 | 94.05 |
| Jain | 96.77 | 97.93 | 95.58 |
Dakshina Kannada Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Dakshina Kannada District is 1.48 Lac (1,48,178) with 73.32 k (73,324) males and 74.85 k (74,854) females, which is 7.09% of Dakshina Kannada District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1021 females for every 1000 males.
Dakshina Kannada Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Dakshina Kannada District is 82.27 k (82,268) with 40.96 k (40,961) males and 41.31 k (41,307) females, which is 3.94% of Dakshina Kannada District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1009 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Dakshina Kannada
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1020 |
| Urban Area | 1020 |
| Rural Area | 1020 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Dakshina Kannada
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1015 |
| Muslim | 1006 |
| Christian | 1114 |
| Jain | 983 |
Dakshina Kannada Area & Households
The Total Area of Dakshina Kannada District is 4,861 Square KM, with a population density of 430 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Dakshina Kannada District are 41 and the Total Number of Villages in Dakshina Kannada District are 331.The Total Number of households in Dakshina Kannada District are 4.40 Lac(4,39,733).
Dakshina Kannada Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Dakshina Kannada District, there are about 9.98 Lac (9,97,721) workers, making up nearly 47.75% of the Dakshina Kannada District total population. Out of these, around 6.21 Lac (6,20,903) are male workers, and about 3.77 Lac (3,76,818) are female workers.
Dakshina Kannada - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Dakshina Kannada district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,85,304, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 20,89,649 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 27.17% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 14.38%.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.
Dakshina Kannada District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,85,304 to 20,89,649.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 27.17%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 4.85 Lac | ---- | ---- | 2.40 Lac | 2.46 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.16 Lac | 30.75 k | 6.335616438 | 2.53 Lac | 2.63 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.46 Lac | 30.10 k | 5.831787943 | 2.69 Lac | 2.77 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.96 Lac | 50.25 k | 9.201568811 | 2.92 Lac | 3.04 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.66 Lac | 69.82 k | 11.70724346 | 3.25 Lac | 3.41 Lac |
| 1951 | 7.55 Lac | 88.88 k | 13.34059818 | 3.69 Lac | 3.86 Lac |
| 1961 | 9.15 Lac | 1.60 Lac | 21.18116806 | 4.52 Lac | 4.64 Lac |
| 1971 | 11.64 Lac | 2.49 Lac | 27.17141018 | 5.80 Lac | 5.84 Lac |
| 1981 | 14.28 Lac | 2.64 Lac | 22.71781986 | 7.09 Lac | 7.19 Lac |
| 1991 | 16.56 Lac | 2.28 Lac | 15.97566714 | 8.20 Lac | 8.36 Lac |
| 2001 | 18.98 Lac | 2.42 Lac | 14.58580516 | 9.38 Lac | 9.59 Lac |
| 2011 | 20.90 Lac | 1.92 Lac | 10.11308247 | 10.35 Lac | 10.55 Lac |
Dakshina Kannada - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23.24 Lac (23,24,281) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 23.39 Lac (23,38,663) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 23.51 Lac (23,51,378) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 23.63 Lac (23,62,870) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 23.74 Lac (23,74,362) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 23.86 Lac (23,85,854) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 23.97 Lac (23,97,346) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 24.07 Lac (24,07,274) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 24.16 Lac (24,16,080) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 24.25 Lac (24,24,885) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 24.34 Lac (24,33,725) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 24.43 Lac (24,42,531) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 24.51 Lac (24,51,337) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Dakshina Kannada District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 24.51 Lac (24,51,337), with a male population of 12.14 Lac (12,14,203) and a female population of 12.37 Lac (12,37,157). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Dakshina Kannada District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.51%.