Kerala Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kerala State has a population of 3.34 Cr (3,34,06,061) with 1.60 Cr (1,60,27,412) males and 1.74 Cr (1,73,78,649) females.The sex ratio in Kerala is 1085, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kerala State is 34.73 Lac (34,72,955) which is 10.4% of Kerala State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kerala State is 965 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kerala State is listed as part of the South region of India .
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kerala Population Census 2011
- Kerala 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
Kerala Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kerala State current estimated population is projected to be 3.59 Cr (3,58,56,019), indicating a 7.33% increased from Kerala's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.72 Cr, and the estimated female population is 1.86 Cr.
Kerala Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kerala State estimated population is projected to be 3.60 Cr (3,59,99,431), projecting a 7.76% increased from Kerala's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.73 Cr, and the estimated female population is 1.87 Cr.
Kerala Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kerala State, with a total Hindu population of 1.83 Cr (1,82,82,492), accounting for 54.73% of the Kerala State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 88.03 Lac (88,03,455), and the Hindu female population is around 94.79 Lac (94,79,037).
Kerala Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kerala State, with a total Muslim population of 88.73 Lac (88,73,472), accounting for 26.56% of the Kerala State population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 41.76 Lac (41,76,255), and the Muslim female population is around 46.97 Lac (46,97,217).
Kerala Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,82,82,492 | 54.73% |
| Muslim | 88,73,472 | 26.56% |
| Christian | 61,41,269 | 18.38% |
| Religion not stated | 88,155 | 0.26% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 7,618 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 4,752 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 4,489 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 3,814 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKerala Urban Population
The Urban population of Kerala State is 1.59 Cr (1,59,34,926), with 76.19 Lac (76,19,358) being males and 83.16 Lac (83,15,568) being females, making up 47.7% of the Kerala total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1092 females for every 1000 males.
Kerala Rural Population
The Rural population of Kerala State is 1.75 Cr (1,74,71,135), with 84.08 Lac (84,08,054) being males and 90.63 Lac (90,63,081) being females, making up 52.3% of the Kerala total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1078 females for every 1000 males.
Kerala Literacy Rate
Kerala State has a literacy rate of 94% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kerala State is 96.11 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kerala State is 92.07 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kerala State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 95.11%, while in the rural regions of Kerala State, it is around 92.98%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kerala
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 94 | 96.11 | 92.07 |
| Urban Area | 95.11 | 96.95 | 93.44 |
| Rural Area | 92.98 | 95.35 | 90.81 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kerala
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 93.49 | 95.85 | 91.33 |
| Muslim | 93.29 | 95.85 | 91.08 |
| Christian | 96.49 | 97.28 | 95.75 |
| Religion not stated | 90.4 | 91.75 | 89.15 |
Kerala Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kerala State is 30.40 Lac (30,39,573) with 14.78 Lac (14,77,808) males and 15.62 Lac (15,61,765) females, which is 9.1% of Kerala State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1057 females for every 1000 males.
Kerala Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kerala State is 4.85 Lac (4,84,839) with 2.38 Lac (2,38,203) males and 2.47 Lac (2,46,636) females, which is 1.45% of Kerala State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1036 females for every 1000 males.
Kerala Slum Population
Slum Population in Kerala State is 2.02 Lac (2,02,048) with 97.43 k (97,429) males and 1.05 Lac (1,04,619) females, which is 0.6% of Kerala State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 1074 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Kerala State are 45.42 k (45,417).
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kerala
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1085 |
| Urban Area | 1092 |
| Rural Area | 1078 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kerala
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1077 |
| Muslim | 1125 |
| Christian | 1052 |
| Religion not stated | 1052 |
Kerala Area & Households
The Total Area of Kerala State is 38,852 Square KM, with a population density of 860 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kerala State are 520 and the Total Number of Villages in Kerala State are 1,018.The Total Number of households in Kerala State are 78.54 Lac(78,53,754).
Kerala Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kerala State, there are about 1.16 Cr (1,16,19,063) workers, making up nearly 34.78% of the Kerala State total population. Out of these, around 84.52 Lac (84,51,569) are male workers, and about 31.67 Lac (31,67,494) are female workers.
Kerala - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Kerala state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 63,96,262, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 3,34,06,061 by the dataset's conclusion.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 26.29% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 16.41%.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.
Kerala State population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 63,96,262 to 3,34,06,061.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 26.29%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 63.96 Lac | ------ | ------ | 31.91 Lac | 32.05 Lac |
| 1911 | 71.48 Lac | 7.51 Lac | 11.74765824 | 35.59 Lac | 35.88 Lac |
| 1921 | 78.02 Lac | 6.54 Lac | 9.156182718 | 38.79 Lac | 39.23 Lac |
| 1931 | 95.07 Lac | 17.05 Lac | 21.8520283 | 47.03 Lac | 48.04 Lac |
| 1941 | 1.10 Cr | 15.24 Lac | 16.03537375 | 54.43 Lac | 55.88 Lac |
| 1951 | 1.35 Cr | 25.18 Lac | 22.82162574 | 66.82 Lac | 68.67 Lac |
| 1961 | 1.69 Cr | 33.55 Lac | 24.75878504 | 83.62 Lac | 85.42 Lac |
| 1971 | 2.13 Cr | 44.44 Lac | 26.28806745 | 1.06 Cr | 1.08 Cr |
| 1981 | 2.55 Cr | 41.06 Lac | 19.23564373 | 1.25 Cr | 1.29 Cr |
| 1991 | 2.91 Cr | 36.45 Lac | 14.31949329 | 1.43 Cr | 1.48 Cr |
| 2001 | 3.18 Cr | 27.43 Lac | 9.426102044 | 1.55 Cr | 1.64 Cr |
| 2011 | 3.34 Cr | 15.65 Lac | 4.914005909 | 1.60 Cr | 1.74 Cr |
Kerala - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3.59 Cr (3,58,56,019) | 7.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 3.60 Cr (3,59,99,431) | 7.76% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 3.61 Cr (3,61,14,957) | 8.11% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 3.62 Cr (3,62,12,557) | 8.4% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 3.63 Cr (3,63,10,157) | 8.69% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 3.64 Cr (3,64,06,761) | 8.98% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 3.65 Cr (3,65,04,361) | 9.27% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 3.66 Cr (3,65,74,075) | 9.48% | 0.21 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 3.66 Cr (3,66,24,867) | 9.64% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 3.67 Cr (3,66,75,659) | 9.79% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 3.67 Cr (3,67,26,451) | 9.94% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 3.68 Cr (3,67,76,246) | 10.09% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 3.68 Cr (3,68,27,038) | 10.24% | 0.15 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kerala State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 3.68 Cr (3,68,27,038), with a male population of 1.77 Cr (1,77,17,391) and a female population of 1.91 Cr (1,91,09,642). This reflects a total growth of 10.24% from Kerala State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.41%.