Kannur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kannur District has a population of 25.23 Lac (25,23,003) with 11.81 Lac (11,81,446) males and 13.42 Lac (13,41,557) females.The sex ratio in Kannur is 1136, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kannur District is 2.74 Lac (2,74,318) which is 10.87% of Kannur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kannur District is 972 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kannur District is listed as part of KERALA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kannur Population Census 2011
- Kannur 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
Kannur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kannur District current estimated population is projected to be 27.08 Lac (27,08,037), indicating a 7.33% increased from Kannur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 12.70 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.38 Lac.
Kannur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kannur District estimated population is projected to be 27.19 Lac (27,18,869), projecting a 7.76% increased from Kannur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 12.75 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.44 Lac.
Kannur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kannur District, with a total Hindu population of 15.10 Lac (15,09,592), accounting for 59.83% of the Kannur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.12 Lac (7,11,814), and the Hindu female population is around 7.98 Lac (7,97,778).
Kannur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kannur District, with a total Muslim population of 7.42 Lac (7,42,483), accounting for 29.43% of the Kannur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 3.35 Lac (3,35,223), and the Muslim female population is around 4.07 Lac (4,07,260).
Kannur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 15,09,592 | 59.83% |
| Muslim | 7,42,483 | 29.43% |
| Christian | 2,62,526 | 10.41% |
| Religion not stated | 5,945 | 0.24% |
| Buddhist | 1,118 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 722 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 424 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 193 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKannur Urban Population
The Urban population of Kannur District is 16.41 Lac (16,40,986), with 7.56 Lac (7,55,764) being males and 8.85 Lac (8,85,222) being females, making up 65.04% of the Kannur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1172 females for every 1000 males.
Kannur Rural Population
The Rural population of Kannur District is 8.82 Lac (8,82,017), with 4.26 Lac (4,25,682) being males and 4.56 Lac (4,56,335) being females, making up 34.96% of the Kannur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1073 females for every 1000 males.
Kannur Literacy Rate
Kannur District has a literacy rate of 95.1% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kannur District is 97.19 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kannur District is 93.29 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kannur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 95.87%, while in the rural regions of Kannur District, it is around 93.67%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kannur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 95.1 | 97.19 | 93.29 |
| Urban Area | 95.87 | 97.73 | 94.31 |
| Rural Area | 93.67 | 96.23 | 91.31 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kannur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 95.19 | 97.25 | 93.38 |
| Muslim | 94.02 | 96.7 | 91.9 |
| Christian | 97.47 | 98.07 | 96.88 |
| Religion not stated | 92.05 | 92.65 | 91.47 |
Kannur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kannur District is 83.35 k (83,350) with 40.26 k (40,260) males and 43.09 k (43,090) females, which is 3.3% of Kannur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1071 females for every 1000 males.
Kannur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kannur District is 41.37 k (41,371) with 20.14 k (20,141) males and 21.23 k (21,230) females, which is 1.64% of Kannur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1055 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kannur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1136 |
| Urban Area | 1172 |
| Rural Area | 1073 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kannur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1121 |
| Muslim | 1215 |
| Christian | 1018 |
| Religion not stated | 1006 |
Kannur Area & Households
The Total Area of Kannur District is 2,961 Square KM, with a population density of 852 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kannur District are 67 and the Total Number of Villages in Kannur District are 56.The Total Number of households in Kannur District are 5.54 Lac(5,54,298).
Kannur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kannur District, there are about 8.24 Lac (8,24,116) workers, making up nearly 32.66% of the Kannur District total population. Out of these, around 6.09 Lac (6,09,377) are male workers, and about 2.15 Lac (2,14,739) are female workers.
Kannur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kannur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 5,29,623, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 25,23,003 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 31.82% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 15.66%.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.
Kannur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 5,29,623 to 25,23,003.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 31.82%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 5.30 Lac | ------ | ------ | 2.57 Lac | 2.73 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.65 Lac | 35.64 k | 6.728937376 | 2.72 Lac | 2.93 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.79 Lac | 13.42 k | 2.37394761 | 2.73 Lac | 3.06 Lac |
| 1931 | 6.63 Lac | 84.04 k | 14.52184281 | 3.15 Lac | 3.48 Lac |
| 1941 | 7.43 Lac | 80.61 k | 12.16314705 | 3.52 Lac | 3.91 Lac |
| 1951 | 9.04 Lac | 1.61 Lac | 21.67943368 | 4.36 Lac | 4.68 Lac |
| 1961 | 11.78 Lac | 2.73 Lac | 30.23627097 | 5.75 Lac | 6.03 Lac |
| 1971 | 15.53 Lac | 3.75 Lac | 31.8232214 | 7.64 Lac | 7.89 Lac |
| 1981 | 19.31 Lac | 3.78 Lac | 24.33763586 | 9.47 Lac | 9.84 Lac |
| 1991 | 22.52 Lac | 3.21 Lac | 16.62592206 | 10.99 Lac | 11.53 Lac |
| 2001 | 24.09 Lac | 1.57 Lac | 6.982596025 | 11.53 Lac | 12.56 Lac |
| 2011 | 25.23 Lac | 1.14 Lac | 4.734291535 | 11.81 Lac | 13.42 Lac |
Kannur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 27.08 Lac (27,08,037) | 7.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 27.19 Lac (27,18,869) | 7.76% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 27.28 Lac (27,27,594) | 8.11% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 27.35 Lac (27,34,965) | 8.4% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 27.42 Lac (27,42,336) | 8.69% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 27.50 Lac (27,49,632) | 8.98% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 27.57 Lac (27,57,004) | 9.27% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 27.62 Lac (27,62,269) | 9.48% | 0.21 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 27.66 Lac (27,66,105) | 9.64% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 27.70 Lac (27,69,941) | 9.79% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 27.74 Lac (27,73,777) | 9.94% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 27.78 Lac (27,77,538) | 10.09% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 27.81 Lac (27,81,374) | 10.24% | 0.15 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kannur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 27.81 Lac (27,81,374), with a male population of 13.06 Lac (13,06,022) and a female population of 14.75 Lac (14,75,183). This reflects a total growth of 10.24% from Kannur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.24%.