Uttara Kannada Population
As per the 2011 Census, Uttara Kannada District has a population of 14.37 Lac (14,37,169) with 7.26 Lac (7,26,256) males and 7.11 Lac (7,10,913) females.The sex ratio in Uttara Kannada is 979, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Uttara Kannada District is 1.50 Lac (1,50,115) which is 10.45% of Uttara Kannada District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Uttara Kannada District is 955 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Uttara Kannada District is listed as part of KARNATAKA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Uttara Kannada Population Census 2011
- Uttara Kannada 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
Uttara Kannada Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Uttara Kannada District current estimated population is projected to be 15.99 Lac (15,98,539), indicating a 11.23% increased from Uttara Kannada's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.09 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.90 Lac.
Uttara Kannada Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Uttara Kannada District estimated population is projected to be 16.08 Lac (16,08,430), projecting a 11.92% increased from Uttara Kannada's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 8.14 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.95 Lac.
Uttara Kannada Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Uttara Kannada District, with a total Hindu population of 11.87 Lac (11,87,306), accounting for 82.61% of the Uttara Kannada District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.98 Lac (5,97,955), and the Hindu female population is around 5.89 Lac (5,89,351).
Uttara Kannada Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Uttara Kannada District, with a total Muslim population of 1.88 Lac (1,87,974), accounting for 13.08% of the Uttara Kannada District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 94.03 k (94,031), and the Muslim female population is around 93.94 k (93,943).
Uttara Kannada Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 11,87,306 | 82.61% |
| Muslim | 1,87,974 | 13.08% |
| Christian | 44,530 | 3.1% |
| Buddhist | 12,804 | 0.89% |
| Jain | 3,624 | 0.25% |
| Religion not stated | 562 | 0.04% |
| Sikh | 305 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 64 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationUttara Kannada Urban Population
The Urban population of Uttara Kannada District is 4.19 Lac (4,18,981), with 2.11 Lac (2,11,346) being males and 2.08 Lac (2,07,635) being females, making up 29.15% of the Uttara Kannada total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 983 females for every 1000 males.
Uttara Kannada Rural Population
The Rural population of Uttara Kannada District is 10.18 Lac (10,18,188), with 5.15 Lac (5,14,910) being males and 5.03 Lac (5,03,278) being females, making up 70.85% of the Uttara Kannada total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 978 females for every 1000 males.
Uttara Kannada Literacy Rate
Uttara Kannada District has a literacy rate of 84.06% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Uttara Kannada District is 89.63 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Uttara Kannada District is 78.39 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Uttara Kannada District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 90.73%, while in the rural regions of Uttara Kannada District, it is around 81.31%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Uttara Kannada
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84.06 | 89.63 | 78.39 |
| Urban Area | 90.73 | 94.49 | 86.91 |
| Rural Area | 81.31 | 87.63 | 74.87 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Uttara Kannada
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 83.04 | 89.05 | 76.97 |
| Muslim | 89.58 | 92.43 | 86.75 |
| Christian | 86.84 | 91.44 | 82.34 |
| Buddhist | 90.23 | 94.53 | 75.16 |
Uttara Kannada Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Uttara Kannada District is 1.16 Lac (1,16,431) with 57.84 k (57,841) males and 58.59 k (58,590) females, which is 8.1% of Uttara Kannada District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1013 females for every 1000 males.
Uttara Kannada Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Uttara Kannada District is 34.24 k (34,239) with 17.10 k (17,095) males and 17.14 k (17,144) females, which is 2.38% of Uttara Kannada District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1003 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Uttara Kannada
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 979 |
| Urban Area | 983 |
| Rural Area | 978 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Uttara Kannada
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 986 |
| Muslim | 1000 |
| Christian | 1020 |
| Buddhist | 299 |
Uttara Kannada Area & Households
The Total Area of Uttara Kannada District is 10,277 Square KM, with a population density of 140 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Uttara Kannada District are 18 and the Total Number of Villages in Uttara Kannada District are 1,289.The Total Number of households in Uttara Kannada District are 3.25 Lac(3,24,530).
Uttara Kannada Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Uttara Kannada District, there are about 6.09 Lac (6,08,526) workers, making up nearly 42.34% of the Uttara Kannada District total population. Out of these, around 4.31 Lac (4,30,565) are male workers, and about 1.78 Lac (1,77,961) are female workers.
Uttara Kannada - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Uttara Kannada district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,54,722, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 14,37,169 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 33.16% 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 11.68%.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.
Uttara Kannada District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,54,722 to 14,37,169.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 33.16%.
- 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 | 4.55 Lac | ---- | ---- | 2.36 Lac | 2.19 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.31 Lac | -23.97 k | -5.270692863 | 2.20 Lac | 2.11 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.02 Lac | -28.83 k | -6.692203225 | 2.04 Lac | 1.98 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.18 Lac | 16.12 k | 4.010668577 | 2.14 Lac | 2.04 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.41 Lac | 23.34 k | 5.583090937 | 2.25 Lac | 2.17 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.18 Lac | 76.67 k | 17.37111113 | 2.63 Lac | 2.55 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.90 Lac | 1.72 Lac | 33.16205396 | 3.55 Lac | 3.35 Lac |
| 1971 | 8.49 Lac | 1.60 Lac | 23.13375719 | 4.34 Lac | 4.15 Lac |
| 1981 | 10.74 Lac | 2.24 Lac | 26.38262505 | 5.48 Lac | 5.25 Lac |
| 1991 | 12.20 Lac | 1.47 Lac | 13.66471025 | 6.21 Lac | 6.00 Lac |
| 2001 | 13.54 Lac | 1.33 Lac | 10.93078524 | 6.87 Lac | 6.67 Lac |
| 2011 | 14.37 Lac | 83.53 k | 6.170381577 | 7.26 Lac | 7.11 Lac |
Uttara Kannada - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15.99 Lac (15,98,539) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 16.08 Lac (16,08,430) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 16.17 Lac (16,17,175) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 16.25 Lac (16,25,079) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 16.33 Lac (16,32,982) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 16.41 Lac (16,40,886) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 16.49 Lac (16,48,790) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 16.56 Lac (16,55,618) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 16.62 Lac (16,61,674) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 16.68 Lac (16,67,730) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 16.74 Lac (16,73,810) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 16.80 Lac (16,79,866) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 16.86 Lac (16,85,922) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Uttara Kannada District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 16.86 Lac (16,85,922), with a male population of 8.52 Lac (8,52,238) and a female population of 8.34 Lac (8,33,711). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Uttara Kannada District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.51%.