Ernakulam Population
As per the 2011 Census, Ernakulam District has a population of 32.82 Lac (32,82,388) with 16.20 Lac (16,19,557) males and 16.63 Lac (16,62,831) females.The sex ratio in Ernakulam is 1027, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Ernakulam District is 3.04 Lac (3,04,242) which is 9.27% of Ernakulam District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Ernakulam District is 961 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Ernakulam District is listed as part of KERALA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Ernakulam Population Census 2011
- Ernakulam 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
Ernakulam Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Ernakulam District current estimated population is projected to be 35.23 Lac (35,23,115), indicating a 7.33% increased from Ernakulam's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 17.40 Lac, and the estimated female population is 17.83 Lac.
Ernakulam Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Ernakulam District estimated population is projected to be 35.37 Lac (35,37,206), projecting a 7.76% increased from Ernakulam's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 17.48 Lac, and the estimated female population is 17.90 Lac.
Ernakulam Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Ernakulam District, with a total Hindu population of 15.10 Lac (15,09,557), accounting for 45.99% of the Ernakulam District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.45 Lac (7,45,399), and the Hindu female population is around 7.64 Lac (7,64,158).
Ernakulam Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Ernakulam District, with a total Christian population of 12.48 Lac (12,48,137), accounting for 38.03% of the Ernakulam District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 6.14 Lac (6,13,835), and the Christian female population is around 6.34 Lac (6,34,302).
Ernakulam Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 15,09,557 | 45.99% |
| Christian | 12,48,137 | 38.03% |
| Muslim | 5,14,397 | 15.67% |
| Religion not stated | 6,564 | 0.2% |
| Jain | 1,176 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,083 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 860 | 0.03% |
| Buddhist | 614 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationErnakulam Urban Population
The Urban population of Ernakulam District is 22.34 Lac (22,34,363), with 11.01 Lac (11,01,047) being males and 11.33 Lac (11,33,316) being females, making up 68.07% of the Ernakulam total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1030 females for every 1000 males.
Ernakulam Rural Population
The Rural population of Ernakulam District is 10.48 Lac (10,48,025), with 5.19 Lac (5,18,510) being males and 5.30 Lac (5,29,515) being females, making up 31.93% of the Ernakulam total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1022 females for every 1000 males.
Ernakulam Literacy Rate
Ernakulam District has a literacy rate of 95.89% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Ernakulam District is 97.36 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Ernakulam District is 94.46 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Ernakulam District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 96.22%, while in the rural regions of Ernakulam District, it is around 95.18%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Ernakulam
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 95.89 | 97.36 | 94.46 |
| Urban Area | 96.22 | 97.6 | 94.9 |
| Rural Area | 95.18 | 96.86 | 93.54 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Ernakulam
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 95.52 | 97.13 | 93.97 |
| Christian | 97.24 | 98.14 | 96.37 |
| Muslim | 93.62 | 96.16 | 91.14 |
| Religion not stated | 93.1 | 94.99 | 91.19 |
Ernakulam Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Ernakulam District is 2.68 Lac (2,68,411) with 1.32 Lac (1,31,573) males and 1.37 Lac (1,36,838) females, which is 8.18% of Ernakulam District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1041 females for every 1000 males.
Ernakulam Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Ernakulam District is 16.56 k (16,559) with 8.35 k (8,349) males and 8.21 k (8,210) females, which is 0.5% of Ernakulam District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 984 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Ernakulam
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1027 |
| Urban Area | 1030 |
| Rural Area | 1022 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Ernakulam
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1026 |
| Christian | 1034 |
| Muslim | 1018 |
| Religion not stated | 998 |
Ernakulam Area & Households
The Total Area of Ernakulam District is 3,063 Square KM, with a population density of 1,072 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Ernakulam District are 56 and the Total Number of Villages in Ernakulam District are 61.The Total Number of households in Ernakulam District are 8.14 Lac(8,14,011).
Ernakulam Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Ernakulam District, there are about 12.49 Lac (12,49,343) workers, making up nearly 38.06% of the Ernakulam District total population. Out of these, around 9.13 Lac (9,13,249) are male workers, and about 3.36 Lac (3,36,094) are female workers.
Ernakulam - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Ernakulam district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,46,235, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 32,82,388 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 27.49% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 16.12%.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.
Ernakulam District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 6,46,235 to 32,82,388.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 27.49%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 6.46 Lac | ------ | ------ | 3.26 Lac | 3.21 Lac |
| 1911 | 7.35 Lac | 89.03 k | 13.77703158 | 3.69 Lac | 3.66 Lac |
| 1921 | 7.89 Lac | 54.04 k | 7.350255077 | 4.01 Lac | 3.88 Lac |
| 1931 | 9.83 Lac | 1.93 Lac | 24.50491631 | 4.93 Lac | 4.90 Lac |
| 1941 | 11.72 Lac | 1.90 Lac | 19.28920529 | 5.88 Lac | 5.85 Lac |
| 1951 | 13.94 Lac | 2.21 Lac | 18.88497064 | 6.94 Lac | 7.00 Lac |
| 1961 | 17.03 Lac | 3.09 Lac | 22.17590995 | 8.52 Lac | 8.51 Lac |
| 1971 | 21.71 Lac | 4.68 Lac | 27.48981054 | 10.92 Lac | 10.79 Lac |
| 1981 | 25.49 Lac | 3.78 Lac | 17.43281341 | 12.76 Lac | 12.73 Lac |
| 1991 | 28.40 Lac | 2.91 Lac | 11.41604116 | 14.20 Lac | 14.20 Lac |
| 2001 | 31.06 Lac | 2.66 Lac | 9.348342188 | 15.38 Lac | 15.67 Lac |
| 2011 | 32.82 Lac | 1.77 Lac | 5.6858173 | 16.20 Lac | 16.63 Lac |
Ernakulam - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 35.23 Lac (35,23,115) | 7.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 35.37 Lac (35,37,206) | 7.76% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 35.49 Lac (35,48,557) | 8.11% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 35.58 Lac (35,58,147) | 8.4% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 35.68 Lac (35,67,737) | 8.69% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 35.77 Lac (35,77,229) | 8.98% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 35.87 Lac (35,86,819) | 9.27% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 35.94 Lac (35,93,669) | 9.48% | 0.21 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 35.99 Lac (35,98,659) | 9.64% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 36.04 Lac (36,03,650) | 9.79% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 36.09 Lac (36,08,641) | 9.94% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 36.14 Lac (36,13,534) | 10.09% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 36.19 Lac (36,18,524) | 10.24% | 0.15 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Ernakulam District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 36.19 Lac (36,18,524), with a male population of 17.90 Lac (17,90,328) and a female population of 18.28 Lac (18,28,457). This reflects a total growth of 10.24% from Ernakulam District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.24%.