Kodagu Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kodagu District has a population of 5.55 Lac (5,54,519) with 2.75 Lac (2,74,608) males and 2.80 Lac (2,79,911) females.The sex ratio in Kodagu is 1020, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kodagu District is 54.73 k (54,733) which is 9.87% of Kodagu District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kodagu District is 978 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kodagu District is listed as part of KARNATAKA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kodagu Population Census 2011
- Kodagu 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
Kodagu Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kodagu District current estimated population is projected to be 6.17 Lac (6,16,782), indicating a 11.23% increased from Kodagu's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.06 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.11 Lac.
Kodagu Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kodagu District estimated population is projected to be 6.21 Lac (6,20,599), projecting a 11.92% increased from Kodagu's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.08 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.13 Lac.
Kodagu Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kodagu District, with a total Hindu population of 4.49 Lac (4,48,986), accounting for 80.97% of the Kodagu District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.22 Lac (2,21,713), and the Hindu female population is around 2.27 Lac (2,27,273).
Kodagu Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kodagu District, with a total Muslim population of 87.27 k (87,274), accounting for 15.74% of the Kodagu District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 43.84 k (43,837), and the Muslim female population is around 43.44 k (43,437).
Kodagu Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 4,48,986 | 80.97% |
| Muslim | 87,274 | 15.74% |
| Christian | 17,130 | 3.09% |
| Religion not stated | 394 | 0.07% |
| Jain | 250 | 0.05% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 220 | 0.04% |
| Sikh | 139 | 0.03% |
| Buddhist | 126 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKodagu Urban Population
The Urban population of Kodagu District is 80.99 k (80,988), with 40.45 k (40,447) being males and 40.54 k (40,541) being females, making up 14.61% of the Kodagu total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1003 females for every 1000 males.
Kodagu Rural Population
The Rural population of Kodagu District is 4.74 Lac (4,73,531), with 2.34 Lac (2,34,161) being males and 2.39 Lac (2,39,370) being females, making up 85.39% of the Kodagu total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1023 females for every 1000 males.
Kodagu Literacy Rate
Kodagu District has a literacy rate of 82.61% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kodagu District is 87.19 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kodagu District is 78.14 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kodagu District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 91.48%, while in the rural regions of Kodagu District, it is around 81.09%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kodagu
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82.61 | 87.19 | 78.14 |
| Urban Area | 91.48 | 94.41 | 88.58 |
| Rural Area | 81.09 | 85.94 | 76.37 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kodagu
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 81.55 | 86.18 | 77.05 |
| Muslim | 86.51 | 91.1 | 81.91 |
| Christian | 90.87 | 93.86 | 88 |
| Religion not stated | 87.21 | 95 | 78.66 |
Kodagu Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kodagu District is 73.58 k (73,584) with 35.76 k (35,759) males and 37.83 k (37,825) females, which is 13.27% of Kodagu District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1058 females for every 1000 males.
Kodagu Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kodagu District is 58.05 k (58,054) with 28.51 k (28,510) males and 29.54 k (29,544) females, which is 10.47% of Kodagu District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1037 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kodagu
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1020 |
| Urban Area | 1003 |
| Rural Area | 1023 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kodagu
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1026 |
| Muslim | 991 |
| Christian | 1028 |
| Religion not stated | 895 |
Kodagu Area & Households
The Total Area of Kodagu District is 4,102 Square KM, with a population density of 135 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kodagu District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Kodagu District are 296.The Total Number of households in Kodagu District are 1.43 Lac(1,42,716).
Kodagu Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kodagu District, there are about 2.79 Lac (2,78,938) workers, making up nearly 50.3% of the Kodagu District total population. Out of these, around 1.72 Lac (1,72,100) are male workers, and about 1.07 Lac (1,06,838) are female workers.
Kodagu - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kodagu district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,80,607, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 5,54,519 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 40.72% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 11.69%.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.
Kodagu District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,80,607 to 5,54,519.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 40.72%.
- The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.81 Lac | ---- | ---- | 1.00 Lac | 80.35 k |
| 1911 | 1.75 Lac | -5.63 k | -3.117819354 | 97.28 k | 77.70 k |
| 1921 | 1.64 Lac | -11.14 k | -6.365444404 | 89.50 k | 74.34 k |
| 1931 | 1.63 Lac | -511 | -0.311893456 | 90.58 k | 72.75 k |
| 1941 | 1.69 Lac | 5.40 k | 3.305638382 | 92.35 k | 76.38 k |
| 1951 | 2.29 Lac | 60.68 k | 35.96304067 | 1.25 Lac | 1.04 Lac |
| 1961 | 3.23 Lac | 93.42 k | 40.7244829 | 1.73 Lac | 1.49 Lac |
| 1971 | 3.78 Lac | 55.46 k | 17.17999312 | 1.98 Lac | 1.80 Lac |
| 1981 | 4.62 Lac | 83.60 k | 22.09859605 | 2.39 Lac | 2.23 Lac |
| 1991 | 4.88 Lac | 26.57 k | 5.751827283 | 2.47 Lac | 2.42 Lac |
| 2001 | 5.49 Lac | 60.11 k | 12.30533007 | 2.75 Lac | 2.74 Lac |
| 2011 | 5.55 Lac | 5.96 k | 1.086114397 | 2.75 Lac | 2.80 Lac |
Kodagu - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6.17 Lac (6,16,782) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 6.21 Lac (6,20,599) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 6.24 Lac (6,23,973) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 6.27 Lac (6,27,023) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 6.30 Lac (6,30,072) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 6.33 Lac (6,33,122) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 6.36 Lac (6,36,171) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 6.39 Lac (6,38,806) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 6.41 Lac (6,41,143) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 6.43 Lac (6,43,479) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 6.46 Lac (6,45,825) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 6.48 Lac (6,48,162) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 6.50 Lac (6,50,499) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kodagu District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 6.50 Lac (6,50,499), with a male population of 3.22 Lac (3,22,244) and a female population of 3.28 Lac (3,28,261). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Kodagu District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.69%.