Alappuzha Population
As per the 2011 Census, Alappuzha District has a population of 21.28 Lac (21,27,789) with 10.13 Lac (10,13,142) males and 11.15 Lac (11,14,647) females.The sex ratio in Alappuzha is 1101, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Alappuzha District is 1.92 Lac (1,92,046) which is 9.03% of Alappuzha District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Alappuzha District is 951 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Alappuzha District is listed as part of KERALA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Alappuzha Population Census 2011
- Alappuzha 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
Alappuzha Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Alappuzha District current estimated population is projected to be 22.84 Lac (22,83,839), indicating a 7.33% increased from Alappuzha's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 10.89 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.95 Lac.
Alappuzha Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Alappuzha District estimated population is projected to be 22.93 Lac (22,92,973), projecting a 7.76% increased from Alappuzha's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 10.93 Lac, and the estimated female population is 12.00 Lac.
Alappuzha Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Alappuzha District, with a total Hindu population of 14.60 Lac (14,60,447), accounting for 68.64% of the Alappuzha District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.93 Lac (6,92,754), and the Hindu female population is around 7.68 Lac (7,67,693).
Alappuzha Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Alappuzha District, with a total Christian population of 4.35 Lac (4,35,056), accounting for 20.45% of the Alappuzha District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 2.09 Lac (2,08,936), and the Christian female population is around 2.26 Lac (2,26,120).
Alappuzha Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 14,60,447 | 68.64% |
| Christian | 4,35,056 | 20.45% |
| Muslim | 2,24,545 | 10.55% |
| Religion not stated | 6,942 | 0.33% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 311 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 268 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 146 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 74 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationAlappuzha Urban Population
The Urban population of Alappuzha District is 11.48 Lac (11,48,146), with 5.48 Lac (5,48,429) being males and 6.00 Lac (5,99,717) being females, making up 53.96% of the Alappuzha total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1094 females for every 1000 males.
Alappuzha Rural Population
The Rural population of Alappuzha District is 9.80 Lac (9,79,643), with 4.65 Lac (4,64,713) being males and 5.15 Lac (5,14,930) being females, making up 46.04% of the Alappuzha total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1109 females for every 1000 males.
Alappuzha Literacy Rate
Alappuzha District has a literacy rate of 95.72% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Alappuzha District is 97.36 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Alappuzha District is 94.24 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Alappuzha District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 95.68%, while in the rural regions of Alappuzha District, it is around 95.76%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Alappuzha
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 95.72 | 97.36 | 94.24 |
| Urban Area | 95.68 | 97.46 | 94.07 |
| Rural Area | 95.76 | 97.24 | 94.44 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Alappuzha
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 95.75 | 97.47 | 94.22 |
| Christian | 97.07 | 97.71 | 96.49 |
| Muslim | 92.85 | 96.04 | 89.98 |
| Religion not stated | 92.8 | 93.66 | 92.01 |
Alappuzha Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Alappuzha District is 2.01 Lac (2,01,211) with 97.18 k (97,183) males and 1.04 Lac (1,04,028) females, which is 9.46% of Alappuzha District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1071 females for every 1000 males.
Alappuzha Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Alappuzha District is 6.57 k (6,574) with 3.18 k (3,175) males and 3.40 k (3,399) females, which is 0.31% of Alappuzha District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1071 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Alappuzha
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1101 |
| Urban Area | 1094 |
| Rural Area | 1109 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Alappuzha
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1109 |
| Christian | 1083 |
| Muslim | 1086 |
| Religion not stated | 1057 |
Alappuzha Area & Households
The Total Area of Alappuzha District is 1,415 Square KM, with a population density of 1,504 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Alappuzha District are 38 and the Total Number of Villages in Alappuzha District are 52.The Total Number of households in Alappuzha District are 5.36 Lac(5,35,958).
Alappuzha Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Alappuzha District, there are about 8.04 Lac (8,04,471) workers, making up nearly 37.81% of the Alappuzha District total population. Out of these, around 5.37 Lac (5,36,738) are male workers, and about 2.68 Lac (2,67,733) are female workers.
Alappuzha - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Alappuzha district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 5,09,545, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 21,27,789 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1931. The growth rate of 24.75% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 14.09%.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.
Alappuzha District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 5,09,545 to 21,27,789.
- The year 1931 stands out with a growth rate of 24.75%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 5.10 Lac | ------ | ------ | 2.57 Lac | 2.53 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.85 Lac | 75.55 k | 14.8267572 | 2.94 Lac | 2.91 Lac |
| 1921 | 6.94 Lac | 1.08 Lac | 18.53445771 | 3.49 Lac | 3.44 Lac |
| 1931 | 8.65 Lac | 1.72 Lac | 24.75480796 | 4.33 Lac | 4.32 Lac |
| 1941 | 9.83 Lac | 1.18 Lac | 13.63372637 | 4.91 Lac | 4.92 Lac |
| 1951 | 11.66 Lac | 1.83 Lac | 18.57851633 | 5.77 Lac | 5.89 Lac |
| 1961 | 14.04 Lac | 2.38 Lac | 20.45074603 | 6.93 Lac | 7.11 Lac |
| 1971 | 16.71 Lac | 2.67 Lac | 19.01466172 | 8.25 Lac | 8.46 Lac |
| 1981 | 18.65 Lac | 1.94 Lac | 11.61793972 | 9.13 Lac | 9.53 Lac |
| 1991 | 20.01 Lac | 1.36 Lac | 7.277688285 | 9.76 Lac | 10.25 Lac |
| 2001 | 21.09 Lac | 1.08 Lac | 5.393867831 | 10.15 Lac | 10.95 Lac |
| 2011 | 21.28 Lac | 18.63 k | 0.883242618 | 10.13 Lac | 11.15 Lac |
Alappuzha - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 22.84 Lac (22,83,839) | 7.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 22.93 Lac (22,92,973) | 7.76% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 23.00 Lac (23,00,332) | 8.11% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 23.07 Lac (23,06,548) | 8.4% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 23.13 Lac (23,12,765) | 8.69% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 23.19 Lac (23,18,918) | 8.98% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 23.25 Lac (23,25,135) | 9.27% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 23.30 Lac (23,29,575) | 9.48% | 0.21 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 23.33 Lac (23,32,810) | 9.64% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 23.36 Lac (23,36,046) | 9.79% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 23.39 Lac (23,39,281) | 9.94% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 23.42 Lac (23,42,452) | 10.09% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 23.46 Lac (23,45,688) | 10.24% | 0.15 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Alappuzha District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 23.46 Lac (23,45,688), with a male population of 11.20 Lac (11,19,971) and a female population of 12.26 Lac (12,25,671). This reflects a total growth of 10.24% from Alappuzha District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.41%.