Malappuram Population
As per the 2011 Census, Malappuram District has a population of 41.13 Lac (41,12,920) with 19.60 Lac (19,60,328) males and 21.53 Lac (21,52,592) females.The sex ratio in Malappuram is 1099, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Malappuram District is 5.74 Lac (5,74,041) which is 13.96% of Malappuram District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Malappuram District is 966 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Malappuram District is listed as part of KERALA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Malappuram Population Census 2011
- Malappuram 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
Malappuram Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Malappuram District current estimated population is projected to be 44.15 Lac (44,14,557), indicating a 7.33% increased from Malappuram's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 21.07 Lac, and the estimated female population is 23.08 Lac.
Malappuram Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Malappuram District estimated population is projected to be 44.32 Lac (44,32,213), projecting a 7.76% increased from Malappuram's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 21.15 Lac, and the estimated female population is 23.17 Lac.
Malappuram Muslim Population
Muslim is the most popular religion in Malappuram District, with a total Muslim population of 28.89 Lac (28,88,849), accounting for 70.24% of the Malappuram District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 13.62 Lac (13,61,571), and the Muslim female population is around 15.27 Lac (15,27,278).
Malappuram Hindu Population
Hindu is the second most popular religion in Malappuram District, with a total Hindu population of 11.35 Lac (11,35,259), accounting for 27.6% of the Malappuram District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 5.55 Lac (5,55,230), and the Hindu female population is around 5.80 Lac (5,80,029).
Malappuram Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 28,88,849 | 70.24% |
| Hindu | 11,35,259 | 27.6% |
| Christian | 81,556 | 1.98% |
| Religion not stated | 6,225 | 0.15% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 579 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 205 | 0% |
| Buddhist | 179 | 0% |
| Jain | 68 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMalappuram Urban Population
The Urban population of Malappuram District is 18.17 Lac (18,17,211), with 8.65 Lac (8,65,020) being males and 9.52 Lac (9,52,191) being females, making up 44.18% of the Malappuram total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1101 females for every 1000 males.
Malappuram Rural Population
The Rural population of Malappuram District is 22.96 Lac (22,95,709), with 10.95 Lac (10,95,308) being males and 12.00 Lac (12,00,401) being females, making up 55.82% of the Malappuram total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1096 females for every 1000 males.
Malappuram Literacy Rate
Malappuram District has a literacy rate of 93.57% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Malappuram District is 95.76 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Malappuram District is 91.62 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Malappuram District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 94.22%, while in the rural regions of Malappuram District, it is around 93.06%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Malappuram
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 93.57 | 95.76 | 91.62 |
| Urban Area | 94.22 | 96.31 | 92.35 |
| Rural Area | 93.06 | 95.32 | 91.04 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Malappuram
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim | 93.72 | 95.88 | 91.84 |
| Hindu | 92.93 | 95.32 | 90.67 |
| Christian | 97.75 | 98.12 | 97.41 |
| Religion not stated | 91.3 | 93.81 | 88.91 |
Malappuram Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Malappuram District is 3.08 Lac (3,08,266) with 1.52 Lac (1,51,557) males and 1.57 Lac (1,56,709) females, which is 7.5% of Malappuram District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1034 females for every 1000 males.
Malappuram Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Malappuram District is 22.99 k (22,990) with 11.27 k (11,272) males and 11.72 k (11,718) females, which is 0.56% of Malappuram District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1040 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Malappuram
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1099 |
| Urban Area | 1101 |
| Rural Area | 1096 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Malappuram
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Muslim | 1122 |
| Hindu | 1045 |
| Christian | 1043 |
| Religion not stated | 1036 |
Malappuram Area & Households
The Total Area of Malappuram District is 3,554 Square KM, with a population density of 1,157 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Malappuram District are 44 and the Total Number of Villages in Malappuram District are 83.The Total Number of households in Malappuram District are 7.94 Lac(7,93,999).
Malappuram Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Malappuram District, there are about 10.62 Lac (10,62,424) workers, making up nearly 25.83% of the Malappuram District total population. Out of these, around 8.98 Lac (8,98,157) are male workers, and about 1.64 Lac (1,64,267) are female workers.
Malappuram - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Malappuram district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,82,151, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 41,12,920 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 33.8% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 18.09%.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.
Malappuram District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 6,82,151 to 41,12,920.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 33.8%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 6.82 Lac | ------ | ------ | 3.38 Lac | 3.44 Lac |
| 1911 | 7.48 Lac | 65.78 k | 9.642733061 | 3.70 Lac | 3.78 Lac |
| 1921 | 7.64 Lac | 16.21 k | 2.167184318 | 3.75 Lac | 3.89 Lac |
| 1931 | 8.75 Lac | 1.10 Lac | 14.44320267 | 4.25 Lac | 4.50 Lac |
| 1941 | 9.77 Lac | 1.03 Lac | 11.7301922 | 4.74 Lac | 5.03 Lac |
| 1951 | 11.50 Lac | 1.73 Lac | 17.66816602 | 5.60 Lac | 5.90 Lac |
| 1961 | 13.87 Lac | 2.38 Lac | 20.67046006 | 6.74 Lac | 7.13 Lac |
| 1971 | 18.56 Lac | 4.69 Lac | 33.80403209 | 9.10 Lac | 9.47 Lac |
| 1981 | 24.03 Lac | 5.46 Lac | 29.43097691 | 11.71 Lac | 12.32 Lac |
| 1991 | 30.96 Lac | 6.94 Lac | 28.868719 | 15.08 Lac | 15.88 Lac |
| 2001 | 36.25 Lac | 5.29 Lac | 17.08929604 | 17.55 Lac | 18.71 Lac |
| 2011 | 41.13 Lac | 4.87 Lac | 13.44512203 | 19.60 Lac | 21.53 Lac |
Malappuram - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 44.15 Lac (44,14,557) | 7.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 44.32 Lac (44,32,213) | 7.76% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 44.46 Lac (44,46,437) | 8.11% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 44.58 Lac (44,58,453) | 8.4% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 44.70 Lac (44,70,470) | 8.69% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 44.82 Lac (44,82,364) | 8.98% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 44.94 Lac (44,94,380) | 9.27% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 45.03 Lac (45,02,963) | 9.48% | 0.21 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 45.09 Lac (45,09,217) | 9.64% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 45.15 Lac (45,15,470) | 9.79% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 45.22 Lac (45,21,723) | 9.94% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 45.28 Lac (45,27,854) | 10.09% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 45.34 Lac (45,34,108) | 10.24% | 0.15 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Malappuram District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 45.34 Lac (45,34,108), with a male population of 21.67 Lac (21,67,031) and a female population of 23.67 Lac (23,67,000). This reflects a total growth of 10.24% from Malappuram District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.41%.