Kasaragod Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kasaragod District has a population of 13.07 Lac (13,07,375) with 6.29 Lac (6,28,613) males and 6.79 Lac (6,78,762) females.The sex ratio in Kasaragod is 1080, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kasaragod District is 1.56 Lac (1,55,807) which is 11.92% of Kasaragod District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kasaragod District is 961 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kasaragod District is listed as part of KERALA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kasaragod Population Census 2011
- Kasaragod 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
Kasaragod Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kasaragod District current estimated population is projected to be 14.03 Lac (14,03,257), indicating a 7.33% increased from Kasaragod's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.76 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.28 Lac.
Kasaragod Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kasaragod District estimated population is projected to be 14.09 Lac (14,08,869), projecting a 7.76% increased from Kasaragod's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.78 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.31 Lac.
Kasaragod Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kasaragod District, with a total Hindu population of 7.30 Lac (7,29,987), accounting for 55.84% of the Kasaragod District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 3.54 Lac (3,54,082), and the Hindu female population is around 3.76 Lac (3,75,905).
Kasaragod Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kasaragod District, with a total Muslim population of 4.87 Lac (4,86,913), accounting for 37.24% of the Kasaragod District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.29 Lac (2,28,966), and the Muslim female population is around 2.58 Lac (2,57,947).
Kasaragod Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 7,29,987 | 55.84% |
| Muslim | 4,86,913 | 37.24% |
| Christian | 87,454 | 6.69% |
| Religion not stated | 2,226 | 0.17% |
| Buddhist | 362 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 152 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 151 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 130 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKasaragod Urban Population
The Urban population of Kasaragod District is 5.09 Lac (5,09,047), with 2.41 Lac (2,40,897) being males and 2.68 Lac (2,68,150) being females, making up 38.94% of the Kasaragod total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1114 females for every 1000 males.
Kasaragod Rural Population
The Rural population of Kasaragod District is 7.98 Lac (7,98,328), with 3.88 Lac (3,87,716) being males and 4.11 Lac (4,10,612) being females, making up 61.06% of the Kasaragod total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1060 females for every 1000 males.
Kasaragod Literacy Rate
Kasaragod District has a literacy rate of 90.09% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kasaragod District is 94.05 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kasaragod District is 86.49 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kasaragod District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 92%, while in the rural regions of Kasaragod District, it is around 88.89%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kasaragod
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 90.09 | 94.05 | 86.49 |
| Urban Area | 92 | 95.5 | 88.92 |
| Rural Area | 88.89 | 93.17 | 84.91 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kasaragod
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 89.01 | 93.33 | 84.98 |
| Muslim | 90.53 | 94.49 | 87.11 |
| Christian | 96.94 | 97.73 | 96.14 |
| Religion not stated | 88.18 | 91.19 | 85.37 |
Kasaragod Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kasaragod District is 53.28 k (53,283) with 26.39 k (26,385) males and 26.90 k (26,898) females, which is 4.08% of Kasaragod District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1020 females for every 1000 males.
Kasaragod Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kasaragod District is 48.86 k (48,857) with 23.95 k (23,950) males and 24.91 k (24,907) females, which is 3.74% of Kasaragod District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1040 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kasaragod
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1080 |
| Urban Area | 1114 |
| Rural Area | 1060 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kasaragod
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1062 |
| Muslim | 1127 |
| Christian | 985 |
| Religion not stated | 1041 |
Kasaragod Area & Households
The Total Area of Kasaragod District is 1,989 Square KM, with a population density of 657 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kasaragod District are 27 and the Total Number of Villages in Kasaragod District are 93.The Total Number of households in Kasaragod District are 2.73 Lac(2,73,410).
Kasaragod Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kasaragod District, there are about 4.63 Lac (4,62,998) workers, making up nearly 35.41% of the Kasaragod District total population. Out of these, around 3.25 Lac (3,25,095) are male workers, and about 1.38 Lac (1,37,903) are female workers.
Kasaragod - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kasaragod district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,31,280, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 13,07,375 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 33.36% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 17.39%.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.
Kasaragod District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,31,280 to 13,07,375.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 33.36%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.31 Lac | ------ | ------ | 1.12 Lac | 1.19 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.47 Lac | 16.19 k | 6.998875822 | 1.21 Lac | 1.27 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.57 Lac | 9.46 k | 3.824348297 | 1.25 Lac | 1.32 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.02 Lac | 45.11 k | 17.55802141 | 1.48 Lac | 1.54 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.42 Lac | 40.26 k | 13.3285658 | 1.68 Lac | 1.74 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.11 Lac | 68.73 k | 20.07881952 | 2.01 Lac | 2.10 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.12 Lac | 1.01 Lac | 24.60033428 | 2.53 Lac | 2.59 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.83 Lac | 1.71 Lac | 33.36431408 | 3.42 Lac | 3.41 Lac |
| 1981 | 8.73 Lac | 1.90 Lac | 27.77678545 | 4.32 Lac | 4.41 Lac |
| 1991 | 10.72 Lac | 1.99 Lac | 22.77502718 | 5.29 Lac | 5.43 Lac |
| 2001 | 12.04 Lac | 1.33 Lac | 12.3722828 | 5.88 Lac | 6.16 Lac |
| 2011 | 13.07 Lac | 1.03 Lac | 8.578929272 | 6.29 Lac | 6.79 Lac |
Kasaragod - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14.03 Lac (14,03,257) | 7.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 14.09 Lac (14,08,869) | 7.76% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 14.13 Lac (14,13,390) | 8.11% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 14.17 Lac (14,17,210) | 8.4% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 14.21 Lac (14,21,030) | 8.69% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 14.25 Lac (14,24,810) | 8.98% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 14.29 Lac (14,28,630) | 9.27% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 14.31 Lac (14,31,358) | 9.48% | 0.21 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 14.33 Lac (14,33,346) | 9.64% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 14.35 Lac (14,35,334) | 9.79% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 14.37 Lac (14,37,322) | 9.94% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 14.39 Lac (14,39,271) | 10.09% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 14.41 Lac (14,41,258) | 10.24% | 0.15 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kasaragod District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 14.41 Lac (14,41,258), with a male population of 6.95 Lac (6,94,896) and a female population of 7.46 Lac (7,46,370). This reflects a total growth of 10.24% from Kasaragod District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.41%.