Udupi Population
As per the 2011 Census, Udupi District has a population of 11.77 Lac (11,77,361) with 5.62 Lac (5,62,131) males and 6.15 Lac (6,15,230) females.The sex ratio in Udupi is 1095, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Udupi District is 1.03 Lac (1,03,160) which is 8.76% of Udupi District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Udupi District is 958 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Udupi District is listed as part of KARNATAKA State in INDIA.
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Udupi Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Udupi District current estimated population is projected to be 13.10 Lac (13,09,559), indicating a 11.23% increased from Udupi's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.26 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.84 Lac.
Udupi Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Udupi District estimated population is projected to be 13.18 Lac (13,17,662), projecting a 11.92% increased from Udupi's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.30 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.88 Lac.
Udupi Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Udupi District, with a total Hindu population of 10.09 Lac (10,09,179), accounting for 85.72% of the Udupi District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.82 Lac (4,82,147), and the Hindu female population is around 5.27 Lac (5,27,032).
Udupi Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Udupi District, with a total Muslim population of 96.74 k (96,740), accounting for 8.22% of the Udupi District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 46.78 k (46,775), and the Muslim female population is around 49.97 k (49,965).
Udupi Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 10,09,179 | 85.72% |
| Muslim | 96,740 | 8.22% |
| Christian | 65,838 | 5.59% |
| Jain | 4,534 | 0.39% |
| Religion not stated | 522 | 0.04% |
| Sikh | 232 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 161 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 155 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationUdupi Urban Population
The Urban population of Udupi District is 3.34 Lac (3,34,061), with 1.63 Lac (1,63,284) being males and 1.71 Lac (1,70,777) being females, making up 28.37% of the Udupi total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1046 females for every 1000 males.
Udupi Rural Population
The Rural population of Udupi District is 8.43 Lac (8,43,300), with 3.99 Lac (3,98,847) being males and 4.44 Lac (4,44,453) being females, making up 71.63% of the Udupi total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1115 females for every 1000 males.
Udupi Literacy Rate
Udupi District has a literacy rate of 86.24% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Udupi District is 91.41 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Udupi District is 81.58 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Udupi District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 92.13%, while in the rural regions of Udupi District, it is around 83.91%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Udupi
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86.24 | 91.41 | 81.58 |
| Urban Area | 92.13 | 95.22 | 89.21 |
| Rural Area | 83.91 | 89.85 | 78.65 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Udupi
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 85.01 | 90.64 | 79.93 |
| Muslim | 92.85 | 95.96 | 89.98 |
| Christian | 95.06 | 96.51 | 93.84 |
| Jain | 96.07 | 97.96 | 94.12 |
Udupi Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Udupi District is 75.43 k (75,429) with 36.99 k (36,988) males and 38.44 k (38,441) females, which is 6.41% of Udupi District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1040 females for every 1000 males.
Udupi Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Udupi District is 52.90 k (52,897) with 26.23 k (26,228) males and 26.67 k (26,669) females, which is 4.49% of Udupi District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1017 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Udupi
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1095 |
| Urban Area | 1046 |
| Rural Area | 1115 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Udupi
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1094 |
| Muslim | 1069 |
| Christian | 1170 |
| Jain | 966 |
Udupi Area & Households
The Total Area of Udupi District is 3,582 Square KM, with a population density of 329 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Udupi District are 20 and the Total Number of Villages in Udupi District are 233.The Total Number of households in Udupi District are 2.53 Lac(2,53,078).
Udupi Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Udupi District, there are about 5.13 Lac (5,13,241) workers, making up nearly 43.59% of the Udupi District total population. Out of these, around 3.35 Lac (3,35,399) are male workers, and about 1.78 Lac (1,77,842) are female workers.
Udupi - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Udupi district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,13,076, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 11,77,361 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 22.31% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 10.15%.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.
Udupi District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,13,076 to 11,77,361.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 22.31%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 4.13 Lac | ---- | ---- | 1.94 Lac | 2.19 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.26 Lac | 12.53 k | 3.033582198 | 2.02 Lac | 2.24 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.38 Lac | 12.30 k | 2.89022502 | 2.09 Lac | 2.29 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.67 Lac | 28.85 k | 6.587685085 | 2.20 Lac | 2.47 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.07 Lac | 40.56 k | 8.689765102 | 2.39 Lac | 2.68 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.76 Lac | 68.50 k | 13.50262952 | 2.68 Lac | 3.08 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.49 Lac | 72.98 k | 12.67433924 | 3.00 Lac | 3.49 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.76 Lac | 1.27 Lac | 19.55138579 | 3.62 Lac | 4.13 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.49 Lac | 1.73 Lac | 22.31027774 | 4.45 Lac | 5.03 Lac |
| 1991 | 10.38 Lac | 89.40 k | 9.42377748 | 4.86 Lac | 5.52 Lac |
| 2001 | 11.12 Lac | 74.14 k | 7.142286044 | 5.22 Lac | 5.90 Lac |
| 2011 | 11.77 Lac | 65.12 k | 5.854655862 | 5.62 Lac | 6.15 Lac |
Udupi - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13.10 Lac (13,09,559) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 13.18 Lac (13,17,662) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 13.25 Lac (13,24,826) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 13.31 Lac (13,31,301) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 13.38 Lac (13,37,776) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 13.44 Lac (13,44,251) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 13.51 Lac (13,50,725) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 13.56 Lac (13,56,319) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 13.61 Lac (13,61,280) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 13.66 Lac (13,66,242) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 13.71 Lac (13,71,223) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 13.76 Lac (13,76,184) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 13.81 Lac (13,81,145) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Udupi District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 13.81 Lac (13,81,145), with a male population of 6.60 Lac (6,59,642) and a female population of 7.22 Lac (7,21,501). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Udupi District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.69%.