Kumta Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kumta Tehsil has a population of 1.54 Lac (1,54,280) with 77.70 k (77,704) males and 76.58 k (76,576) females.The sex ratio in Kumta is 986, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kumta Tehsil is 13.69 k (13,693) which is 8.88% of Kumta Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kumta Tehsil is 936 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Kumta Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Uttara Kannada District in the state of KARNATAKA in India.
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Kumta Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kumta Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.72 Lac (1,71,603), indicating a 11.23% increased from Kumta 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 86.51 k, and the estimated female population is 85.10 k.
Kumta Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kumta Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.73 Lac (1,72,665), projecting a 11.92% increased from Kumta 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 87.04 k, and the estimated female population is 85.63 k.
Kumta Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kumta Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 1.40 Lac (1,39,538), accounting for 90.44% of the Kumta Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 70.28 k (70,279), and the Hindu female population is around 69.26 k (69,259).
Kumta Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kumta Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 10.85 k (10,845), accounting for 7.03% of the Kumta Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 5.48 k (5,475), and the Muslim female population is around 5.37 k (5,370).
Kumta Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,39,538 | 90.44% |
| Muslim | 10,845 | 7.03% |
| Christian | 3,703 | 2.4% |
| Jain | 143 | 0.09% |
| Religion not stated | 41 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 10 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 0 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKumta Urban Population
The Urban population of Kumta Tehsil is 36.72 k (36,719), with 18.32 k (18,321) being males and 18.40 k (18,398) being females, making up 23.8% of the Kumta total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1005 females for every 1000 males.
Kumta Rural Population
The Rural population of Kumta Tehsil is 1.18 Lac (1,17,561), with 59.38 k (59,383) being males and 58.18 k (58,178) being females, making up 76.2% of the Kumta total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 980 females for every 1000 males.
Kumta Literacy Rate
Kumta Tehsil has a literacy rate of 86.55% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kumta Tehsil is 91.8 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kumta Tehsil is 81.25 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kumta Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 90.72%, while in the rural regions of Kumta Tehsil, it is around 85.24%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kumta
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86.55 | 91.8 | 81.25 |
| Urban Area | 90.72 | 94.7 | 86.79 |
| Rural Area | 85.24 | 90.9 | 79.49 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kumta
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 85.88 | 91.42 | 80.27 |
| Muslim | 94.77 | 96.64 | 92.88 |
| Christian | 88.76 | 92.24 | 85.27 |
| Jain | 96.99 | 98.39 | 95.77 |
Kumta Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kumta Tehsil is 9.70 k (9,697) with 4.76 k (4,759) males and 4.94 k (4,938) females, which is 6.29% of Kumta Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1038 females for every 1000 males.
Kumta Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kumta Tehsil is 226 (226) with 114 (114) males and 112 (112) females, which is 0.15% of Kumta Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 983 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kumta
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 986 |
| Urban Area | 1005 |
| Rural Area | 980 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kumta
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 986 |
| Muslim | 981 |
| Christian | 998 |
| Jain | 1200 |
Kumta Area & Households
The Total Area of Kumta Tehsil is 589 Square KM, with a population density of 262 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kumta Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Kumta Tehsil are 118.The Total Number of households in Kumta Tehsil are 35.02 k(35,023).
Kumta Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kumta Tehsil, there are about 63.63 k (63,625) workers, making up nearly 41.24% of the Kumta Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 47.22 k (47,218) are male workers, and about 16.41 k (16,407) are female workers.
Kumta - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.72 Lac (1,71,603) | 11.23% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.73 Lac (1,72,665) | 11.92% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.74 Lac (1,73,604) | 12.53% | 0.61 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.74 Lac (1,74,453) | 13.07% | 0.54 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.75 Lac (1,75,301) | 13.62% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.76 Lac (1,76,149) | 14.17% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.77 Lac (1,76,998) | 14.72% | 0.55 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.78 Lac (1,77,731) | 15.2% | 0.48 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.78 Lac (1,78,381) | 15.62% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.79 Lac (1,79,031) | 16.04% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.80 Lac (1,79,684) | 16.47% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.80 Lac (1,80,334) | 16.89% | 0.42 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.81 Lac (1,80,984) | 17.31% | 0.42 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kumta Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.81 Lac (1,80,984), with a male population of 91.18 k (91,184) and a female population of 89.80 k (89,804). This reflects a total growth of 17.31% from Kumta Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.51%.