Kollam Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kollam District has a population of 26.35 Lac (26,35,375) with 12.47 Lac (12,46,968) males and 13.88 Lac (13,88,407) females.The sex ratio in Kollam is 1114, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kollam District is 2.54 Lac (2,54,260) which is 9.65% of Kollam District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kollam District is 973 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kollam District is listed as part of KERALA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kollam Population Census 2011
- Kollam 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
Kollam Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kollam District current estimated population is projected to be 28.29 Lac (28,28,650), indicating a 7.33% increased from Kollam's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 13.40 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.89 Lac.
Kollam Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kollam District estimated population is projected to be 28.40 Lac (28,39,964), projecting a 7.76% increased from Kollam's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 13.46 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.94 Lac.
Kollam Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kollam District, with a total Hindu population of 16.98 Lac (16,97,635), accounting for 64.42% of the Kollam District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.05 Lac (8,05,185), and the Hindu female population is around 8.92 Lac (8,92,450).
Kollam Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kollam District, with a total Muslim population of 5.09 Lac (5,08,500), accounting for 19.3% of the Kollam District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.39 Lac (2,38,719), and the Muslim female population is around 2.70 Lac (2,69,781).
Kollam Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 16,97,635 | 64.42% |
| Muslim | 5,08,500 | 19.3% |
| Christian | 4,21,598 | 16% |
| Religion not stated | 6,480 | 0.25% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 619 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 272 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 208 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 63 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKollam Urban Population
The Urban population of Kollam District is 11.87 Lac (11,87,158), with 5.66 Lac (5,66,281) being males and 6.21 Lac (6,20,877) being females, making up 45.05% of the Kollam total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1097 females for every 1000 males.
Kollam Rural Population
The Rural population of Kollam District is 14.48 Lac (14,48,217), with 6.81 Lac (6,80,687) being males and 7.68 Lac (7,67,530) being females, making up 54.95% of the Kollam total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1128 females for every 1000 males.
Kollam Literacy Rate
Kollam District has a literacy rate of 94.09% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kollam District is 96.09 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kollam District is 92.31 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kollam District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 94.06%, while in the rural regions of Kollam District, it is around 94.1%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kollam
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 94.09 | 96.09 | 92.31 |
| Urban Area | 94.06 | 96.03 | 92.29 |
| Rural Area | 94.1 | 96.14 | 92.32 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kollam
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 94.25 | 96.29 | 92.43 |
| Muslim | 92.35 | 95.23 | 89.85 |
| Christian | 95.55 | 96.36 | 94.83 |
| Religion not stated | 90.57 | 91.95 | 89.28 |
Kollam Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kollam District is 3.28 Lac (3,28,263) with 1.58 Lac (1,57,801) males and 1.70 Lac (1,70,462) females, which is 12.46% of Kollam District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1081 females for every 1000 males.
Kollam Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kollam District is 10.76 k (10,761) with 5.20 k (5,195) males and 5.57 k (5,566) females, which is 0.41% of Kollam District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1072 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kollam
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1114 |
| Urban Area | 1097 |
| Rural Area | 1128 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kollam
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1109 |
| Muslim | 1131 |
| Christian | 1116 |
| Religion not stated | 1046 |
Kollam Area & Households
The Total Area of Kollam District is 2,483 Square KM, with a population density of 1,061 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kollam District are 27 and the Total Number of Villages in Kollam District are 69.The Total Number of households in Kollam District are 6.69 Lac(6,69,375).
Kollam Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kollam District, there are about 9.12 Lac (9,12,025) workers, making up nearly 34.61% of the Kollam District total population. Out of these, around 6.44 Lac (6,44,362) are male workers, and about 2.68 Lac (2,67,663) are female workers.
Kollam - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kollam district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,06,013, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 26,35,375 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 31.59% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 18.89%.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.
Kollam District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,06,013 to 26,35,375.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 31.59%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 4.06 Lac | ------ | ------ | 2.04 Lac | 2.02 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.66 Lac | 59.67 k | 14.69682005 | 2.34 Lac | 2.31 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.52 Lac | 86.65 k | 18.60682351 | 2.78 Lac | 2.75 Lac |
| 1931 | 6.98 Lac | 1.46 Lac | 26.38046251 | 3.48 Lac | 3.50 Lac |
| 1941 | 8.57 Lac | 1.59 Lac | 22.71270599 | 4.26 Lac | 4.31 Lac |
| 1951 | 11.10 Lac | 2.54 Lac | 29.62659864 | 5.56 Lac | 5.54 Lac |
| 1961 | 14.61 Lac | 3.51 Lac | 31.58798662 | 7.32 Lac | 7.29 Lac |
| 1971 | 18.39 Lac | 3.78 Lac | 25.88195357 | 9.20 Lac | 9.20 Lac |
| 1981 | 21.75 Lac | 3.36 Lac | 18.27219025 | 10.76 Lac | 10.99 Lac |
| 1991 | 24.08 Lac | 2.32 Lac | 10.67543955 | 11.83 Lac | 12.25 Lac |
| 2001 | 25.85 Lac | 1.78 Lac | 7.378489312 | 12.50 Lac | 13.36 Lac |
| 2011 | 26.35 Lac | 50.17 k | 1.940540181 | 12.47 Lac | 13.88 Lac |
Kollam - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 28.29 Lac (28,28,650) | 7.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 28.40 Lac (28,39,964) | 7.76% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 28.49 Lac (28,49,078) | 8.11% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 28.57 Lac (28,56,777) | 8.4% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 28.64 Lac (28,64,477) | 8.69% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 28.72 Lac (28,72,098) | 8.98% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 28.80 Lac (28,79,798) | 9.27% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 28.85 Lac (28,85,297) | 9.48% | 0.21 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 28.89 Lac (28,89,304) | 9.64% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 28.93 Lac (28,93,311) | 9.79% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 28.97 Lac (28,97,318) | 9.94% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 29.01 Lac (29,01,246) | 10.09% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 29.05 Lac (29,05,253) | 10.24% | 0.15 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kollam District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 29.05 Lac (29,05,253), with a male population of 13.78 Lac (13,78,453) and a female population of 15.27 Lac (15,26,699). This reflects a total growth of 10.24% from Kollam District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.41%.