Kolar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kolar District has a population of 15.36 Lac (15,36,401) with 7.76 Lac (7,76,396) males and 7.60 Lac (7,60,005) females.The sex ratio in Kolar is 979, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kolar District is 1.70 Lac (1,70,423) which is 11.09% of Kolar District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kolar District is 963 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kolar District is listed as part of KARNATAKA State in INDIA.
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Kolar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kolar District current estimated population is projected to be 17.09 Lac (17,08,913), indicating a 11.23% increased from Kolar's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.64 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.45 Lac.
Kolar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kolar District estimated population is projected to be 17.19 Lac (17,19,487), projecting a 11.92% increased from Kolar's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 8.70 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.50 Lac.
Kolar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kolar District, with a total Hindu population of 13.05 Lac (13,05,431), accounting for 84.97% of the Kolar District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.60 Lac (6,59,513), and the Hindu female population is around 6.46 Lac (6,45,918).
Kolar Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kolar District, with a total Muslim population of 2.00 Lac (1,99,873), accounting for 13.01% of the Kolar District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.02 Lac (1,01,867), and the Muslim female population is around 98.01 k (98,006).
Kolar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 13,05,431 | 84.97% |
| Muslim | 1,99,873 | 13.01% |
| Christian | 26,722 | 1.74% |
| Jain | 2,494 | 0.16% |
| Religion not stated | 1,386 | 0.09% |
| Sikh | 253 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 150 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 92 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKolar Urban Population
The Urban population of Kolar District is 4.80 Lac (4,80,073), with 2.41 Lac (2,40,965) being males and 2.39 Lac (2,39,108) being females, making up 31.25% of the Kolar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 993 females for every 1000 males.
Kolar Rural Population
The Rural population of Kolar District is 10.56 Lac (10,56,328), with 5.35 Lac (5,35,431) being males and 5.21 Lac (5,20,897) being females, making up 68.75% of the Kolar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 973 females for every 1000 males.
Kolar Literacy Rate
Kolar District has a literacy rate of 74.39% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kolar District is 81.81 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kolar District is 66.84 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kolar District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.13%, while in the rural regions of Kolar District, it is around 69.08%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kolar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74.39 | 81.81 | 66.84 |
| Urban Area | 86.13 | 90.05 | 82.18 |
| Rural Area | 69.08 | 78.11 | 59.82 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kolar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 73.27 | 81.43 | 64.97 |
| Muslim | 78.97 | 82.26 | 75.55 |
| Christian | 93.51 | 95.85 | 91.36 |
| Jain | 95.62 | 97.76 | 93.31 |
Kolar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kolar District is 4.66 Lac (4,65,867) with 2.33 Lac (2,32,546) males and 2.33 Lac (2,33,321) females, which is 30.32% of Kolar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1004 females for every 1000 males.
Kolar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kolar District is 78.88 k (78,875) with 40.00 k (39,997) males and 38.88 k (38,878) females, which is 5.13% of Kolar District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 973 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kolar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 979 |
| Urban Area | 993 |
| Rural Area | 973 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kolar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 980 |
| Muslim | 963 |
| Christian | 1084 |
| Jain | 925 |
Kolar Area & Households
The Total Area of Kolar District is 3,979 Square KM, with a population density of 386 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kolar District are 7 and the Total Number of Villages in Kolar District are 1,797.The Total Number of households in Kolar District are 3.33 Lac(3,33,348).
Kolar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kolar District, there are about 7.18 Lac (7,17,872) workers, making up nearly 46.72% of the Kolar District total population. Out of these, around 4.54 Lac (4,54,048) are male workers, and about 2.64 Lac (2,63,824) are female workers.
Kolar - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kolar district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,92,651, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 15,36,401 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 26.35% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 13.37%.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.
Kolar District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,92,651 to 15,36,401.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 26.35%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 3.93 Lac | ---- | ---- | 2.01 Lac | 1.92 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.29 Lac | 36.54 k | 9.306483366 | 2.19 Lac | 2.10 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.36 Lac | 6.87 k | 1.601377469 | 2.23 Lac | 2.13 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.70 Lac | 33.75 k | 7.738507474 | 2.40 Lac | 2.30 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.56 Lac | 85.73 k | 18.24861487 | 2.85 Lac | 2.71 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.51 Lac | 95.26 k | 17.1474858 | 3.27 Lac | 3.23 Lac |
| 1961 | 7.22 Lac | 71.02 k | 10.91183715 | 3.65 Lac | 3.57 Lac |
| 1971 | 8.27 Lac | 1.05 Lac | 14.51064113 | 4.20 Lac | 4.06 Lac |
| 1981 | 10.44 Lac | 2.18 Lac | 26.35382905 | 5.28 Lac | 5.16 Lac |
| 1991 | 12.12 Lac | 1.67 Lac | 16.03456167 | 6.14 Lac | 5.97 Lac |
| 2001 | 13.87 Lac | 1.75 Lac | 14.45746944 | 7.02 Lac | 6.85 Lac |
| 2011 | 15.36 Lac | 1.49 Lac | 10.76656992 | 7.76 Lac | 7.60 Lac |
Kolar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 17.09 Lac (17,08,913) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 17.19 Lac (17,19,487) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 17.29 Lac (17,28,836) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 17.37 Lac (17,37,285) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 17.46 Lac (17,45,735) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 17.54 Lac (17,54,184) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 17.63 Lac (17,62,633) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 17.70 Lac (17,69,933) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 17.76 Lac (17,76,407) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 17.83 Lac (17,82,882) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 17.89 Lac (17,89,381) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 17.96 Lac (17,95,856) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 18.02 Lac (18,02,330) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kolar District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 18.02 Lac (18,02,330), with a male population of 9.11 Lac (9,11,075) and a female population of 8.91 Lac (8,91,283). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Kolar District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.51%.