Dharwad Population
As per the 2011 Census, Dharwad District has a population of 18.47 Lac (18,47,023) with 9.37 Lac (9,37,206) males and 9.10 Lac (9,09,817) females.The sex ratio in Dharwad is 971, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Dharwad District is 2.20 Lac (2,19,942) which is 11.91% of Dharwad District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Dharwad District is 945 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Dharwad District is listed as part of KARNATAKA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Dharwad Population Census 2011
- Dharwad 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
Dharwad Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Dharwad District current estimated population is projected to be 20.54 Lac (20,54,412), indicating a 11.23% increased from Dharwad's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 10.43 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.11 Lac.
Dharwad Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Dharwad District estimated population is projected to be 20.67 Lac (20,67,124), projecting a 11.92% increased from Dharwad's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 10.50 Lac, and the estimated female population is 10.17 Lac.
Dharwad Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Dharwad District, with a total Hindu population of 13.90 Lac (13,90,020), accounting for 75.26% of the Dharwad District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.06 Lac (7,06,127), and the Hindu female population is around 6.84 Lac (6,83,893).
Dharwad Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Dharwad District, with a total Muslim population of 3.87 Lac (3,86,834), accounting for 20.94% of the Dharwad District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.96 Lac (1,96,002), and the Muslim female population is around 1.91 Lac (1,90,832).
Dharwad Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 13,90,020 | 75.26% |
| Muslim | 3,86,834 | 20.94% |
| Jain | 29,037 | 1.57% |
| Christian | 28,747 | 1.56% |
| Religion not stated | 7,436 | 0.4% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2,748 | 0.15% |
| Sikh | 1,486 | 0.08% |
| Buddhist | 715 | 0.04% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDharwad Urban Population
The Urban population of Dharwad District is 10.50 Lac (10,49,539), with 5.28 Lac (5,27,790) being males and 5.22 Lac (5,21,749) being females, making up 56.82% of the Dharwad total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 989 females for every 1000 males.
Dharwad Rural Population
The Rural population of Dharwad District is 7.97 Lac (7,97,484), with 4.09 Lac (4,09,416) being males and 3.88 Lac (3,88,068) being females, making up 43.18% of the Dharwad total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 948 females for every 1000 males.
Dharwad Literacy Rate
Dharwad District has a literacy rate of 80% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Dharwad District is 86.37 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Dharwad District is 73.46 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Dharwad District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.92%, while in the rural regions of Dharwad District, it is around 72.09%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Dharwad
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80 | 86.37 | 73.46 |
| Urban Area | 85.92 | 90.49 | 81.31 |
| Rural Area | 72.09 | 80.98 | 62.72 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Dharwad
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 80.16 | 86.89 | 73.24 |
| Muslim | 77.72 | 83.27 | 72.03 |
| Jain | 88.06 | 92.51 | 83.4 |
| Christian | 93.74 | 96.23 | 91.4 |
Dharwad Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Dharwad District is 1.78 Lac (1,77,855) with 89.14 k (89,137) males and 88.72 k (88,718) females, which is 9.63% of Dharwad District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 996 females for every 1000 males.
Dharwad Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Dharwad District is 87.55 k (87,548) with 44.17 k (44,173) males and 43.38 k (43,375) females, which is 4.74% of Dharwad District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 982 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Dharwad
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 971 |
| Urban Area | 989 |
| Rural Area | 948 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Dharwad
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 969 |
| Muslim | 974 |
| Jain | 950 |
| Christian | 1052 |
Dharwad Area & Households
The Total Area of Dharwad District is 4,260 Square KM, with a population density of 434 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Dharwad District are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Dharwad District are 379.The Total Number of households in Dharwad District are 3.83 Lac(3,82,700).
Dharwad Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Dharwad District, there are about 7.85 Lac (7,84,833) workers, making up nearly 42.49% of the Dharwad District total population. Out of these, around 5.44 Lac (5,43,776) are male workers, and about 2.41 Lac (2,41,057) are female workers.
Dharwad - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Dharwad district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,21,619, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 18,47,023 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 31.26% 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 14.91%.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.
Dharwad District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,21,619 to 18,47,023.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 31.26%.
- 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 | 4.22 Lac | ---- | ---- | 2.13 Lac | 2.09 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.88 Lac | -33.33 k | -7.905241462 | 1.97 Lac | 1.91 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.98 Lac | 9.61 k | 2.475733281 | 2.03 Lac | 1.94 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.31 Lac | 32.65 k | 8.206040683 | 2.22 Lac | 2.09 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.66 Lac | 35.65 k | 8.280726692 | 2.41 Lac | 2.25 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.51 Lac | 85.26 k | 18.2877992 | 2.82 Lac | 2.70 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.91 Lac | 1.39 Lac | 25.24217268 | 3.56 Lac | 3.35 Lac |
| 1971 | 8.75 Lac | 1.85 Lac | 26.75627074 | 4.54 Lac | 4.21 Lac |
| 1981 | 11.49 Lac | 2.74 Lac | 31.26201504 | 5.93 Lac | 5.56 Lac |
| 1991 | 13.75 Lac | 2.26 Lac | 19.64420752 | 7.11 Lac | 6.64 Lac |
| 2001 | 16.04 Lac | 2.29 Lac | 16.68185571 | 8.23 Lac | 7.81 Lac |
| 2011 | 18.47 Lac | 2.43 Lac | 15.13289986 | 9.37 Lac | 9.10 Lac |
Dharwad - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 20.54 Lac (20,54,412) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 20.67 Lac (20,67,124) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 20.78 Lac (20,78,363) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 20.89 Lac (20,88,521) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 20.99 Lac (20,98,679) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 21.09 Lac (21,08,836) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 21.19 Lac (21,18,994) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 21.28 Lac (21,27,769) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 21.36 Lac (21,35,552) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 21.43 Lac (21,43,336) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 21.51 Lac (21,51,149) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 21.59 Lac (21,58,933) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 21.67 Lac (21,66,716) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Dharwad District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 21.67 Lac (21,66,716), with a male population of 11.00 Lac (10,99,780) and a female population of 10.67 Lac (10,66,972). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Dharwad District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.51%.