Tumkur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Tumkur District has a population of 26.79 Lac (26,78,980) with 13.51 Lac (13,50,594) males and 13.28 Lac (13,28,386) females.The sex ratio in Tumkur is 984, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Tumkur District is 2.66 Lac (2,65,742) which is 9.92% of Tumkur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Tumkur District is 959 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Tumkur District is listed as part of KARNATAKA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Tumkur Population Census 2011
- Tumkur 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
Tumkur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Tumkur District current estimated population is projected to be 29.80 Lac (29,79,783), indicating a 11.23% increased from Tumkur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 15.04 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.76 Lac.
Tumkur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Tumkur District estimated population is projected to be 29.98 Lac (29,98,221), projecting a 11.92% increased from Tumkur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 15.13 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.85 Lac.
Tumkur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Tumkur District, with a total Hindu population of 24.14 Lac (24,13,812), accounting for 90.1% of the Tumkur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 12.17 Lac (12,16,905), and the Hindu female population is around 11.97 Lac (11,96,907).
Tumkur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Tumkur District, with a total Muslim population of 2.46 Lac (2,45,923), accounting for 9.18% of the Tumkur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.24 Lac (1,23,950), and the Muslim female population is around 1.22 Lac (1,21,973).
Tumkur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 24,13,812 | 90.1% |
| Muslim | 2,45,923 | 9.18% |
| Christian | 9,130 | 0.34% |
| Jain | 5,067 | 0.19% |
| Religion not stated | 4,223 | 0.16% |
| Sikh | 477 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 187 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 161 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationTumkur Urban Population
The Urban population of Tumkur District is 5.99 Lac (5,99,078), with 3.02 Lac (3,01,884) being males and 2.97 Lac (2,97,194) being females, making up 22.36% of the Tumkur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 985 females for every 1000 males.
Tumkur Rural Population
The Rural population of Tumkur District is 20.80 Lac (20,79,902), with 10.49 Lac (10,48,710) being males and 10.31 Lac (10,31,192) being females, making up 77.64% of the Tumkur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 984 females for every 1000 males.
Tumkur Literacy Rate
Tumkur District has a literacy rate of 75.14% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Tumkur District is 82.81 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Tumkur District is 67.38 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Tumkur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.32%, while in the rural regions of Tumkur District, it is around 71.66%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Tumkur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75.14 | 82.81 | 67.38 |
| Urban Area | 87.32 | 90.93 | 83.67 |
| Rural Area | 71.66 | 80.48 | 62.71 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Tumkur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 74.32 | 82.52 | 66.01 |
| Muslim | 82.34 | 84.86 | 79.79 |
| Christian | 90.74 | 92.69 | 88.96 |
| Jain | 95.33 | 97.18 | 93.53 |
Tumkur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Tumkur District is 5.07 Lac (5,06,901) with 2.55 Lac (2,54,535) males and 2.52 Lac (2,52,366) females, which is 18.92% of Tumkur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 992 females for every 1000 males.
Tumkur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Tumkur District is 2.10 Lac (2,09,559) with 1.05 Lac (1,05,265) males and 1.04 Lac (1,04,294) females, which is 7.82% of Tumkur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 991 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Tumkur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 |
| Urban Area | 985 |
| Rural Area | 984 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Tumkur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 984 |
| Muslim | 985 |
| Christian | 1079 |
| Jain | 1023 |
Tumkur Area & Households
The Total Area of Tumkur District is 10,597 Square KM, with a population density of 253 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Tumkur District are 12 and the Total Number of Villages in Tumkur District are 2,715.The Total Number of households in Tumkur District are 6.40 Lac(6,40,081).
Tumkur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Tumkur District, there are about 13.55 Lac (13,54,646) workers, making up nearly 50.57% of the Tumkur District total population. Out of these, around 8.38 Lac (8,37,512) are male workers, and about 5.17 Lac (5,17,134) are female workers.
Tumkur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Tumkur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,71,801, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 26,78,980 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 21.51% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 13.55%.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.
Tumkur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 6,71,801 to 26,78,980.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 21.51%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 6.72 Lac | ---- | ---- | 3.38 Lac | 3.33 Lac |
| 1911 | 7.39 Lac | 66.99 k | 9.970958662 | 3.74 Lac | 3.65 Lac |
| 1921 | 7.77 Lac | 38.04 k | 5.148852306 | 3.97 Lac | 3.80 Lac |
| 1931 | 8.63 Lac | 86.40 k | 11.12245358 | 4.40 Lac | 4.23 Lac |
| 1941 | 9.56 Lac | 92.58 k | 10.72510475 | 4.90 Lac | 4.66 Lac |
| 1951 | 11.51 Lac | 1.96 Lac | 20.45942233 | 5.88 Lac | 5.63 Lac |
| 1961 | 13.67 Lac | 2.16 Lac | 18.76386401 | 6.99 Lac | 6.68 Lac |
| 1971 | 16.28 Lac | 2.60 Lac | 19.03748861 | 8.32 Lac | 7.96 Lac |
| 1981 | 19.78 Lac | 3.50 Lac | 21.51062744 | 10.09 Lac | 9.69 Lac |
| 1991 | 23.06 Lac | 3.28 Lac | 16.58186095 | 11.77 Lac | 11.29 Lac |
| 2001 | 25.85 Lac | 2.79 Lac | 12.09513843 | 13.14 Lac | 12.71 Lac |
| 2011 | 26.79 Lac | 94.27 k | 3.647177576 | 13.51 Lac | 13.28 Lac |
Tumkur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 29.80 Lac (29,79,783) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 29.98 Lac (29,98,221) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 30.15 Lac (30,14,523) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 30.29 Lac (30,29,256) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 30.44 Lac (30,43,989) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 30.59 Lac (30,58,722) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 30.73 Lac (30,73,455) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 30.86 Lac (30,86,182) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 30.97 Lac (30,97,472) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 31.09 Lac (31,08,761) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 31.20 Lac (31,20,094) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 31.31 Lac (31,31,383) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 31.43 Lac (31,42,673) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Tumkur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 31.43 Lac (31,42,673), with a male population of 15.85 Lac (15,84,877) and a female population of 15.58 Lac (15,57,842). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Tumkur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.69%.