Mysore Population
As per the 2011 Census, Mysore District has a population of 30.01 Lac (30,01,127) with 15.12 Lac (15,11,600) males and 14.90 Lac (14,89,527) females.The sex ratio in Mysore is 986, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Mysore District is 3.06 Lac (3,05,561) which is 10.18% of Mysore District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Mysore District is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Mysore District is listed as part of KARNATAKA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Mysore Population Census 2011
- Mysore 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
Mysore Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Mysore District current estimated population is projected to be 33.38 Lac (33,38,102), indicating a 11.23% increased from Mysore's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 16.83 Lac, and the estimated female population is 16.55 Lac.
Mysore Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Mysore District estimated population is projected to be 33.59 Lac (33,58,757), projecting a 11.92% increased from Mysore's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 16.93 Lac, and the estimated female population is 16.66 Lac.
Mysore Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Mysore District, with a total Hindu population of 26.32 Lac (26,31,985), accounting for 87.7% of the Mysore District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 13.24 Lac (13,24,029), and the Hindu female population is around 13.08 Lac (13,07,956).
Mysore Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Mysore District, with a total Muslim population of 2.91 Lac (2,90,549), accounting for 9.68% of the Mysore District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.46 Lac (1,46,099), and the Muslim female population is around 1.44 Lac (1,44,450).
Mysore Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 26,31,985 | 87.7% |
| Muslim | 2,90,549 | 9.68% |
| Christian | 39,361 | 1.31% |
| Buddhist | 16,194 | 0.54% |
| Jain | 14,419 | 0.48% |
| Religion not stated | 6,871 | 0.23% |
| Sikh | 1,255 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 493 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMysore Urban Population
The Urban population of Mysore District is 12.45 Lac (12,45,413), with 6.24 Lac (6,24,100) being males and 6.21 Lac (6,21,313) being females, making up 41.5% of the Mysore total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 996 females for every 1000 males.
Mysore Rural Population
The Rural population of Mysore District is 17.56 Lac (17,55,714), with 8.88 Lac (8,87,500) being males and 8.68 Lac (8,68,214) being females, making up 58.5% of the Mysore total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 979 females for every 1000 males.
Mysore Literacy Rate
Mysore District has a literacy rate of 72.79% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Mysore District is 78.46 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Mysore District is 67.06 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Mysore District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.09%, while in the rural regions of Mysore District, it is around 63.29%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Mysore
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72.79 | 78.46 | 67.06 |
| Urban Area | 86.09 | 89.5 | 82.67 |
| Rural Area | 63.29 | 70.64 | 55.78 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Mysore
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 71.06 | 77.31 | 64.76 |
| Muslim | 84.21 | 84.99 | 83.43 |
| Christian | 91.68 | 93.3 | 90.25 |
| Buddhist | 88.44 | 93.27 | 77.8 |
Mysore Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Mysore District is 5.37 Lac (5,36,643) with 2.69 Lac (2,69,331) males and 2.67 Lac (2,67,312) females, which is 17.88% of Mysore District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 993 females for every 1000 males.
Mysore Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Mysore District is 3.35 Lac (3,34,547) with 1.67 Lac (1,66,697) males and 1.68 Lac (1,67,850) females, which is 11.15% of Mysore District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1007 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Mysore
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 986 |
| Urban Area | 996 |
| Rural Area | 979 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Mysore
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 988 |
| Muslim | 989 |
| Christian | 1116 |
| Buddhist | 469 |
Mysore Area & Households
The Total Area of Mysore District is 6,307 Square KM, with a population density of 476 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Mysore District are 19 and the Total Number of Villages in Mysore District are 1,336.The Total Number of households in Mysore District are 7.01 Lac(7,00,968).
Mysore Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Mysore District, there are about 13.14 Lac (13,14,268) workers, making up nearly 43.79% of the Mysore District total population. Out of these, around 9.22 Lac (9,21,803) are male workers, and about 3.92 Lac (3,92,465) are female workers.
Mysore - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Mysore district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 5,89,987, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 30,01,127 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 28.4% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 16.25%.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.
Mysore District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 5,89,987 to 30,01,127.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 28.4%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 5.90 Lac | ---- | ---- | 2.94 Lac | 2.96 Lac |
| 1911 | 6.09 Lac | 18.97 k | 3.216003064 | 3.03 Lac | 3.05 Lac |
| 1921 | 6.25 Lac | 15.93 k | 2.615602641 | 3.14 Lac | 3.11 Lac |
| 1931 | 6.79 Lac | 53.81 k | 8.611289365 | 3.43 Lac | 3.35 Lac |
| 1941 | 7.89 Lac | 1.10 Lac | 16.20111979 | 4.02 Lac | 3.86 Lac |
| 1951 | 9.75 Lac | 1.87 Lac | 23.65236091 | 4.96 Lac | 4.79 Lac |
| 1961 | 11.38 Lac | 1.62 Lac | 16.65793335 | 5.86 Lac | 5.52 Lac |
| 1971 | 14.61 Lac | 3.23 Lac | 28.4005485 | 7.54 Lac | 7.06 Lac |
| 1981 | 18.28 Lac | 3.67 Lac | 25.1219933 | 9.38 Lac | 8.90 Lac |
| 1991 | 22.82 Lac | 4.54 Lac | 24.83725465 | 11.68 Lac | 11.13 Lac |
| 2001 | 26.41 Lac | 3.59 Lac | 15.75059836 | 13.45 Lac | 12.96 Lac |
| 2011 | 30.01 Lac | 3.60 Lac | 13.63484735 | 15.12 Lac | 14.90 Lac |
Mysore - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 33.38 Lac (33,38,102) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 33.59 Lac (33,58,757) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 33.77 Lac (33,77,019) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 33.94 Lac (33,93,524) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 34.10 Lac (34,10,028) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 34.27 Lac (34,26,533) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 34.43 Lac (34,43,037) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 34.57 Lac (34,57,295) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 34.70 Lac (34,69,942) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 34.83 Lac (34,82,589) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 34.95 Lac (34,95,285) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 35.08 Lac (35,07,932) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 35.21 Lac (35,20,579) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Mysore District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 35.21 Lac (35,20,579), with a male population of 17.74 Lac (17,73,812) and a female population of 17.47 Lac (17,46,817). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Mysore District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.51%.