Gadag Population
As per the 2011 Census, Gadag District has a population of 10.65 Lac (10,64,570) with 5.37 Lac (5,37,147) males and 5.27 Lac (5,27,423) females.The sex ratio in Gadag is 982, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Gadag District is 1.32 Lac (1,32,442) which is 12.44% of Gadag District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Gadag District is 947 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Gadag District is listed as part of KARNATAKA State in INDIA.
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Gadag Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Gadag District current estimated population is projected to be 11.84 Lac (11,84,103), indicating a 11.23% increased from Gadag's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 5.98 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.86 Lac.
Gadag Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Gadag District estimated population is projected to be 11.91 Lac (11,91,430), projecting a 11.92% increased from Gadag's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.02 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.90 Lac.
Gadag Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Gadag District, with a total Hindu population of 9.08 Lac (9,07,750), accounting for 85.27% of the Gadag District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.58 Lac (4,58,411), and the Hindu female population is around 4.49 Lac (4,49,339).
Gadag Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Gadag District, with a total Muslim population of 1.44 Lac (1,43,665), accounting for 13.5% of the Gadag District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 72.23 k (72,227), and the Muslim female population is around 71.44 k (71,438).
Gadag Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 9,07,750 | 85.27% |
| Muslim | 1,43,665 | 13.5% |
| Jain | 5,993 | 0.56% |
| Christian | 3,432 | 0.32% |
| Religion not stated | 3,346 | 0.31% |
| Sikh | 231 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 79 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 74 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGadag Urban Population
The Urban population of Gadag District is 3.79 Lac (3,79,309), with 1.90 Lac (1,89,562) being males and 1.90 Lac (1,89,747) being females, making up 35.63% of the Gadag total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1001 females for every 1000 males.
Gadag Rural Population
The Rural population of Gadag District is 6.85 Lac (6,85,261), with 3.48 Lac (3,47,585) being males and 3.38 Lac (3,37,676) being females, making up 64.37% of the Gadag total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 972 females for every 1000 males.
Gadag Literacy Rate
Gadag District has a literacy rate of 75.12% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Gadag District is 84.66 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Gadag District is 65.44 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Gadag District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 80.94%, while in the rural regions of Gadag District, it is around 71.86%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Gadag
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75.12 | 84.66 | 65.44 |
| Urban Area | 80.94 | 88.01 | 73.92 |
| Rural Area | 71.86 | 82.83 | 60.62 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Gadag
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 75.07 | 84.76 | 65.24 |
| Muslim | 74.23 | 83.29 | 65.11 |
| Jain | 91.56 | 95.5 | 87.45 |
| Christian | 90.83 | 93.69 | 88.21 |
Gadag Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Gadag District is 1.74 Lac (1,74,196) with 87.75 k (87,745) males and 86.45 k (86,451) females, which is 16.36% of Gadag District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 986 females for every 1000 males.
Gadag Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Gadag District is 61.65 k (61,654) with 30.98 k (30,975) males and 30.68 k (30,679) females, which is 5.79% of Gadag District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 991 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Gadag
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 982 |
| Urban Area | 1001 |
| Rural Area | 972 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Gadag
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 981 |
| Muslim | 990 |
| Jain | 956 |
| Christian | 1077 |
Gadag Area & Households
The Total Area of Gadag District is 4,657 Square KM, with a population density of 229 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Gadag District are 9 and the Total Number of Villages in Gadag District are 337.The Total Number of households in Gadag District are 2.19 Lac(2,19,096).
Gadag Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Gadag District, there are about 4.96 Lac (4,95,722) workers, making up nearly 46.57% of the Gadag District total population. Out of these, around 3.10 Lac (3,10,412) are male workers, and about 1.85 Lac (1,85,310) are female workers.
Gadag - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Gadag district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,52,503, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 10,64,570 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 20.43% 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 10.86%.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.
Gadag District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,52,503 to 10,64,570.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 20.43%.
- 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 | 3.53 Lac | ---- | ---- | 1.77 Lac | 1.76 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.31 Lac | -21.09 k | -5.982644119 | 1.68 Lac | 1.64 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.50 Lac | 18.94 k | 5.715208169 | 1.76 Lac | 1.75 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.51 Lac | 606 | 0.172967419 | 1.77 Lac | 1.74 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.94 Lac | 42.78 k | 12.1888187 | 2.00 Lac | 1.94 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.37 Lac | 43.18 k | 10.9653857 | 2.20 Lac | 2.17 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.26 Lac | 89.26 k | 20.42919201 | 2.66 Lac | 2.61 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.23 Lac | 96.55 k | 18.34951309 | 3.14 Lac | 3.09 Lac |
| 1981 | 7.43 Lac | 1.21 Lac | 19.3702808 | 3.75 Lac | 3.68 Lac |
| 1991 | 8.59 Lac | 1.16 Lac | 15.56437455 | 4.36 Lac | 4.23 Lac |
| 2001 | 9.72 Lac | 1.13 Lac | 13.13009143 | 4.94 Lac | 4.78 Lac |
| 2011 | 10.65 Lac | 92.74 k | 9.542257688 | 5.37 Lac | 5.27 Lac |
Gadag - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 11.84 Lac (11,84,103) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 11.91 Lac (11,91,430) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 11.98 Lac (11,97,908) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 12.04 Lac (12,03,763) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 12.10 Lac (12,09,617) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 12.15 Lac (12,15,472) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 12.21 Lac (12,21,326) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 12.26 Lac (12,26,384) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 12.31 Lac (12,30,870) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 12.35 Lac (12,35,356) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 12.40 Lac (12,39,860) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 12.44 Lac (12,44,346) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 12.49 Lac (12,48,832) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Gadag District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 12.49 Lac (12,48,832), with a male population of 6.30 Lac (6,30,324) and a female population of 6.19 Lac (6,18,527). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Gadag District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.69%.