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 .

3.34 Cr

Toatl Population

1.60 Cr

Male Population

1.74 Cr

Female Population

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
Hindu1,82,82,49254.73%
Muslim88,73,47226.56%
Christian61,41,26918.38%
Religion not stated88,1550.26%
Other religions and persuasions7,6180.02%
Buddhist4,7520.01%
Jain4,4890.01%
Sikh3,8140.01%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Kerala 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

Historical Population of Kerala by Census Year 1901-2011

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 0.24%.

Kerala Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Kerala is 3.34 Cr (3,34,06,061).

The estimated population of Kerala in 2024 is approximately 3.59 Cr (3,58,56,019).

Hindu constitute 54.73% of Kerala population, amounting to approximately 1.83 Cr (1,82,82,492) people.

Muslim constitute 26.56% of Kerala population, totaling around 88.73 Lac (88,73,472) people.

Hindu: 54.73%, Muslim: 26.56%, Christian: 18.38%, Religion not stated: 0.26%, Other religions and persuasions: 0.02%, Buddhist: 0.01%, Jain: 0.01%, Sikh: 0.01%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Kerala is 30.40 Lac (9.1%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 4.85 Lac (1.45%).

In Kerala, 1.59 Cr (47.7%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 1.75 Cr (52.3%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerala is 94%, with male literacy at 96.11% and female literacy at 92.07%.

The sex ratio in Kerala is 1085 females for every 1000 males.

Kerala population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.24% up to 2036.