Palakkad Population
As per the 2011 Census, Palakkad District has a population of 28.10 Lac (28,09,934) with 13.59 Lac (13,59,478) males and 14.50 Lac (14,50,456) females.The sex ratio in Palakkad is 1067, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Palakkad District is 3.02 Lac (3,02,297) which is 10.76% of Palakkad District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Palakkad District is 967 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Palakkad District is listed as part of KERALA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Palakkad Population Census 2011
- Palakkad 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
Palakkad Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Palakkad District current estimated population is projected to be 30.16 Lac (30,16,011), indicating a 7.33% increased from Palakkad's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 14.61 Lac, and the estimated female population is 15.55 Lac.
Palakkad Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Palakkad District estimated population is projected to be 30.28 Lac (30,28,074), projecting a 7.76% increased from Palakkad's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 14.67 Lac, and the estimated female population is 15.61 Lac.
Palakkad Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Palakkad District, with a total Hindu population of 18.76 Lac (18,75,980), accounting for 66.76% of the Palakkad District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 9.13 Lac (9,12,542), and the Hindu female population is around 9.63 Lac (9,63,438).
Palakkad Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Palakkad District, with a total Muslim population of 8.13 Lac (8,12,936), accounting for 28.93% of the Palakkad District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 3.87 Lac (3,87,344), and the Muslim female population is around 4.26 Lac (4,25,592).
Palakkad Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 18,75,980 | 66.76% |
| Muslim | 8,12,936 | 28.93% |
| Christian | 1,14,397 | 4.07% |
| Religion not stated | 5,685 | 0.2% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 400 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 238 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 220 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 78 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPalakkad Urban Population
The Urban population of Palakkad District is 6.77 Lac (6,76,810), with 3.28 Lac (3,28,012) being males and 3.49 Lac (3,48,798) being females, making up 24.09% of the Palakkad total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1064 females for every 1000 males.
Palakkad Rural Population
The Rural population of Palakkad District is 21.33 Lac (21,33,124), with 10.31 Lac (10,31,466) being males and 11.02 Lac (11,01,658) being females, making up 75.91% of the Palakkad total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1069 females for every 1000 males.
Palakkad Literacy Rate
Palakkad District has a literacy rate of 89.31% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Palakkad District is 93.1 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Palakkad District is 85.79 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Palakkad District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 92.45%, while in the rural regions of Palakkad District, it is around 88.31%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Palakkad
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 89.31 | 93.1 | 85.79 |
| Urban Area | 92.45 | 95.43 | 89.67 |
| Rural Area | 88.31 | 92.36 | 84.56 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Palakkad
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 87.77 | 92.16 | 83.66 |
| Muslim | 92.27 | 94.98 | 89.85 |
| Christian | 94.73 | 96.35 | 93.16 |
| Religion not stated | 87.81 | 92.21 | 83.79 |
Palakkad Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Palakkad District is 4.04 Lac (4,03,833) with 1.97 Lac (1,97,451) males and 2.06 Lac (2,06,382) females, which is 14.37% of Palakkad District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1046 females for every 1000 males.
Palakkad Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Palakkad District is 48.97 k (48,972) with 24.31 k (24,314) males and 24.66 k (24,658) females, which is 1.74% of Palakkad District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1015 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Palakkad
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1067 |
| Urban Area | 1064 |
| Rural Area | 1069 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Palakkad
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1056 |
| Muslim | 1099 |
| Christian | 1031 |
| Religion not stated | 1064 |
Palakkad Area & Households
The Total Area of Palakkad District is 4,482 Square KM, with a population density of 627 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Palakkad District are 21 and the Total Number of Villages in Palakkad District are 131.The Total Number of households in Palakkad District are 6.37 Lac(6,37,220).
Palakkad Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Palakkad District, there are about 10.42 Lac (10,42,340) workers, making up nearly 37.09% of the Palakkad District total population. Out of these, around 7.46 Lac (7,46,121) are male workers, and about 2.96 Lac (2,96,219) are female workers.
Palakkad - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Palakkad district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 7,63,917, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 28,09,934 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 23.06% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 12.72%.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.
Palakkad District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 7,63,917 to 28,09,934.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 23.06%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 7.64 Lac | ------ | ------ | 3.74 Lac | 3.90 Lac |
| 1911 | 8.20 Lac | 55.81 k | 7.305636607 | 3.98 Lac | 4.21 Lac |
| 1921 | 8.54 Lac | 34.26 k | 4.179689311 | 4.13 Lac | 4.41 Lac |
| 1931 | 9.41 Lac | 87.30 k | 10.22239188 | 4.53 Lac | 4.89 Lac |
| 1941 | 10.25 Lac | 83.77 k | 8.899739293 | 4.93 Lac | 5.32 Lac |
| 1951 | 12.14 Lac | 1.89 Lac | 18.45261439 | 5.82 Lac | 6.32 Lac |
| 1961 | 13.70 Lac | 1.55 Lac | 12.79023034 | 6.59 Lac | 7.10 Lac |
| 1971 | 16.85 Lac | 3.16 Lac | 23.06222381 | 8.20 Lac | 8.66 Lac |
| 1981 | 20.44 Lac | 3.59 Lac | 21.30433673 | 9.94 Lac | 10.50 Lac |
| 1991 | 23.82 Lac | 3.38 Lac | 16.52495428 | 11.56 Lac | 12.26 Lac |
| 2001 | 26.17 Lac | 2.35 Lac | 9.875054308 | 12.67 Lac | 13.50 Lac |
| 2011 | 28.10 Lac | 1.92 Lac | 7.352562501 | 13.59 Lac | 14.50 Lac |
Palakkad - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 30.16 Lac (30,16,011) | 7.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 30.28 Lac (30,28,074) | 7.76% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 30.38 Lac (30,37,792) | 8.11% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 30.46 Lac (30,46,001) | 8.4% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 30.54 Lac (30,54,211) | 8.69% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 30.62 Lac (30,62,337) | 8.98% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 30.71 Lac (30,70,546) | 9.27% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 30.76 Lac (30,76,410) | 9.48% | 0.21 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 30.81 Lac (30,80,683) | 9.64% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 30.85 Lac (30,84,955) | 9.79% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 30.89 Lac (30,89,227) | 9.94% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 30.93 Lac (30,93,416) | 10.09% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 30.98 Lac (30,97,688) | 10.24% | 0.15 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Palakkad District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 30.98 Lac (30,97,688), with a male population of 15.03 Lac (15,02,826) and a female population of 15.95 Lac (15,94,929). This reflects a total growth of 10.24% from Palakkad District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.24%.