Kozhikode Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kozhikode District has a population of 30.86 Lac (30,86,293) with 14.71 Lac (14,70,942) males and 16.15 Lac (16,15,351) females.The sex ratio in Kozhikode is 1099, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kozhikode District is 3.36 Lac (3,35,645) which is 10.88% of Kozhikode District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kozhikode District is 970 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kozhikode District is listed as part of KERALA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kozhikode Population Census 2011
- Kozhikode 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
Kozhikode Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kozhikode District current estimated population is projected to be 33.13 Lac (33,12,638), indicating a 7.33% increased from Kozhikode's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 15.81 Lac, and the estimated female population is 17.32 Lac.
Kozhikode Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kozhikode District estimated population is projected to be 33.26 Lac (33,25,888), projecting a 7.76% increased from Kozhikode's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 15.87 Lac, and the estimated female population is 17.39 Lac.
Kozhikode Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kozhikode District, with a total Hindu population of 17.35 Lac (17,34,958), accounting for 56.21% of the Kozhikode District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.38 Lac (8,37,824), and the Hindu female population is around 8.97 Lac (8,97,134).
Kozhikode Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kozhikode District, with a total Muslim population of 12.11 Lac (12,11,131), accounting for 39.24% of the Kozhikode District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 5.64 Lac (5,64,489), and the Muslim female population is around 6.47 Lac (6,46,642).
Kozhikode Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 17,34,958 | 56.21% |
| Muslim | 12,11,131 | 39.24% |
| Christian | 1,31,516 | 4.26% |
| Religion not stated | 6,967 | 0.23% |
| Jain | 601 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 588 | 0.02% |
| Sikh | 297 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 235 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKozhikode Urban Population
The Urban population of Kozhikode District is 20.73 Lac (20,72,572), with 9.86 Lac (9,86,158) being males and 10.86 Lac (10,86,414) being females, making up 67.15% of the Kozhikode total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1102 females for every 1000 males.
Kozhikode Rural Population
The Rural population of Kozhikode District is 10.14 Lac (10,13,721), with 4.85 Lac (4,84,784) being males and 5.29 Lac (5,28,937) being females, making up 32.85% of the Kozhikode total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1092 females for every 1000 males.
Kozhikode Literacy Rate
Kozhikode District has a literacy rate of 95.08% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kozhikode District is 97.42 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kozhikode District is 92.99 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kozhikode District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 95.38%, while in the rural regions of Kozhikode District, it is around 94.47%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kozhikode
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 95.08 | 97.42 | 92.99 |
| Urban Area | 95.38 | 97.55 | 93.45 |
| Rural Area | 94.47 | 97.16 | 92.04 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kozhikode
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 95.24 | 97.64 | 93.02 |
| Muslim | 94.5 | 96.92 | 92.44 |
| Christian | 98.18 | 98.6 | 97.77 |
| Religion not stated | 93.8 | 95.79 | 92.04 |
Kozhikode Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kozhikode District is 1.99 Lac (1,99,191) with 97.28 k (97,279) males and 1.02 Lac (1,01,912) females, which is 6.45% of Kozhikode District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1048 females for every 1000 males.
Kozhikode Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kozhikode District is 15.23 k (15,228) with 7.43 k (7,429) males and 7.80 k (7,799) females, which is 0.49% of Kozhikode District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1050 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kozhikode
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1099 |
| Urban Area | 1102 |
| Rural Area | 1092 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kozhikode
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1071 |
| Muslim | 1146 |
| Christian | 1044 |
| Religion not stated | 1083 |
Kozhikode Area & Households
The Total Area of Kozhikode District is 2,345 Square KM, with a population density of 1,316 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kozhikode District are 51 and the Total Number of Villages in Kozhikode District are 51.The Total Number of households in Kozhikode District are 6.98 Lac(6,97,710).
Kozhikode Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kozhikode District, there are about 9.49 Lac (9,48,981) workers, making up nearly 30.75% of the Kozhikode District total population. Out of these, around 7.52 Lac (7,52,333) are male workers, and about 1.97 Lac (1,96,648) are female workers.
Kozhikode - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kozhikode district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,10,058, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 30,86,293 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 29.81% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 16.19%.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.
Kozhikode District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 6,10,058 to 30,86,293.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 29.81%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 6.10 Lac | ------ | ------ | 3.04 Lac | 3.06 Lac |
| 1911 | 6.55 Lac | 44.79 k | 7.341597028 | 3.24 Lac | 3.31 Lac |
| 1921 | 6.78 Lac | 23.28 k | 3.554423483 | 3.33 Lac | 3.45 Lac |
| 1931 | 7.97 Lac | 1.19 Lac | 17.5129254 | 3.92 Lac | 4.05 Lac |
| 1941 | 8.92 Lac | 95.20 k | 11.94620025 | 4.37 Lac | 4.56 Lac |
| 1951 | 11.16 Lac | 2.24 Lac | 25.14499853 | 5.53 Lac | 5.63 Lac |
| 1961 | 14.03 Lac | 2.87 Lac | 25.70980956 | 6.99 Lac | 7.04 Lac |
| 1971 | 18.22 Lac | 4.18 Lac | 29.80740523 | 9.09 Lac | 9.13 Lac |
| 1981 | 22.45 Lac | 4.24 Lac | 23.24878385 | 11.11 Lac | 11.34 Lac |
| 1991 | 26.20 Lac | 3.75 Lac | 16.68738434 | 12.93 Lac | 13.27 Lac |
| 2001 | 28.79 Lac | 2.59 Lac | 9.892970872 | 13.99 Lac | 14.80 Lac |
| 2011 | 30.86 Lac | 2.07 Lac | 7.195296081 | 14.71 Lac | 16.15 Lac |
Kozhikode - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 33.13 Lac (33,12,638) | 7.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 33.26 Lac (33,25,888) | 7.76% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 33.37 Lac (33,36,561) | 8.11% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 33.46 Lac (33,45,578) | 8.4% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 33.55 Lac (33,54,595) | 8.69% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 33.64 Lac (33,63,520) | 8.98% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 33.73 Lac (33,72,537) | 9.27% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 33.79 Lac (33,78,977) | 9.48% | 0.21 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 33.84 Lac (33,83,670) | 9.64% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 33.88 Lac (33,88,362) | 9.79% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 33.93 Lac (33,93,055) | 9.94% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 33.98 Lac (33,97,655) | 10.09% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 34.02 Lac (34,02,348) | 10.24% | 0.15 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kozhikode District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 34.02 Lac (34,02,348), with a male population of 16.26 Lac (16,26,043) and a female population of 17.76 Lac (17,76,248). This reflects a total growth of 10.24% from Kozhikode District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.41%.