Thrissur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Thrissur District has a population of 31.21 Lac (31,21,200) with 14.81 Lac (14,80,763) males and 16.40 Lac (16,40,437) females.The sex ratio in Thrissur is 1108, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Thrissur District is 3.04 Lac (3,03,950) which is 9.74% of Thrissur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Thrissur District is 951 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Thrissur District is listed as part of KERALA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Thrissur Population Census 2011
- Thrissur 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
Thrissur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Thrissur District current estimated population is projected to be 33.50 Lac (33,50,105), indicating a 7.33% increased from Thrissur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 15.91 Lac, and the estimated female population is 17.59 Lac.
Thrissur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Thrissur District estimated population is projected to be 33.64 Lac (33,63,505), projecting a 7.76% increased from Thrissur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 15.98 Lac, and the estimated female population is 17.66 Lac.
Thrissur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Thrissur District, with a total Hindu population of 18.23 Lac (18,23,442), accounting for 58.42% of the Thrissur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.68 Lac (8,68,494), and the Hindu female population is around 9.55 Lac (9,54,948).
Thrissur Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Thrissur District, with a total Christian population of 7.57 Lac (7,57,484), accounting for 24.27% of the Thrissur District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 3.66 Lac (3,66,460), and the Christian female population is around 3.91 Lac (3,91,024).
Thrissur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 18,23,442 | 58.42% |
| Christian | 7,57,484 | 24.27% |
| Muslim | 5,32,839 | 17.07% |
| Religion not stated | 6,251 | 0.2% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 585 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 278 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 259 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 62 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationThrissur Urban Population
The Urban population of Thrissur District is 20.96 Lac (20,96,406), with 9.92 Lac (9,92,460) being males and 11.04 Lac (11,03,946) being females, making up 67.17% of the Thrissur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1113 females for every 1000 males.
Thrissur Rural Population
The Rural population of Thrissur District is 10.25 Lac (10,24,794), with 4.88 Lac (4,88,303) being males and 5.36 Lac (5,36,491) being females, making up 32.83% of the Thrissur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1099 females for every 1000 males.
Thrissur Literacy Rate
Thrissur District has a literacy rate of 95.08% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Thrissur District is 96.78 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Thrissur District is 93.56 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Thrissur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 95.76%, while in the rural regions of Thrissur District, it is around 93.68%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Thrissur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 95.08 | 96.78 | 93.56 |
| Urban Area | 95.76 | 97.23 | 94.45 |
| Rural Area | 93.68 | 95.87 | 91.73 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Thrissur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 94.45 | 96.45 | 92.65 |
| Christian | 97.77 | 98.35 | 97.22 |
| Muslim | 93.52 | 95.76 | 91.73 |
| Religion not stated | 79.92 | 79.22 | 80.65 |
Thrissur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Thrissur District is 3.24 Lac (3,24,350) with 1.56 Lac (1,56,480) males and 1.68 Lac (1,67,870) females, which is 10.39% of Thrissur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1073 females for every 1000 males.
Thrissur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Thrissur District is 9.43 k (9,430) with 4.36 k (4,362) males and 5.07 k (5,068) females, which is 0.3% of Thrissur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1162 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Thrissur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1108 |
| Urban Area | 1113 |
| Rural Area | 1099 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Thrissur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1100 |
| Christian | 1068 |
| Muslim | 1202 |
| Religion not stated | 965 |
Thrissur Area & Households
The Total Area of Thrissur District is 3,027 Square KM, with a population density of 1,031 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Thrissur District are 135 and the Total Number of Villages in Thrissur District are 98.The Total Number of households in Thrissur District are 7.59 Lac(7,59,210).
Thrissur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Thrissur District, there are about 10.96 Lac (10,95,727) workers, making up nearly 35.11% of the Thrissur District total population. Out of these, around 7.90 Lac (7,89,511) are male workers, and about 3.06 Lac (3,06,216) are female workers.
Thrissur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Thrissur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,83,266, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 31,21,200 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 26.09% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 15.00%.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.
Thrissur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 6,83,266 to 31,21,200.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 26.09%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 6.83 Lac | ------ | ------ | 3.41 Lac | 3.42 Lac |
| 1911 | 7.70 Lac | 86.44 k | 12.65041726 | 3.83 Lac | 3.87 Lac |
| 1921 | 8.14 Lac | 44.06 k | 5.723773616 | 3.97 Lac | 4.17 Lac |
| 1931 | 9.94 Lac | 1.80 Lac | 22.13864564 | 4.79 Lac | 5.15 Lac |
| 1941 | 11.55 Lac | 1.61 Lac | 16.16690797 | 5.55 Lac | 6.00 Lac |
| 1951 | 14.03 Lac | 2.49 Lac | 21.52714624 | 6.66 Lac | 7.37 Lac |
| 1961 | 16.88 Lac | 2.85 Lac | 20.3244842 | 8.07 Lac | 8.82 Lac |
| 1971 | 21.29 Lac | 4.41 Lac | 26.09343062 | 10.23 Lac | 11.06 Lac |
| 1981 | 24.40 Lac | 3.11 Lac | 14.59717964 | 11.62 Lac | 12.78 Lac |
| 1991 | 27.37 Lac | 2.98 Lac | 12.2017533 | 13.13 Lac | 14.25 Lac |
| 2001 | 29.74 Lac | 2.37 Lac | 8.655245969 | 14.22 Lac | 15.52 Lac |
| 2011 | 31.21 Lac | 1.47 Lac | 4.941376463 | 14.81 Lac | 16.40 Lac |
Thrissur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 33.50 Lac (33,50,105) | 7.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 33.64 Lac (33,63,505) | 7.76% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 33.74 Lac (33,74,298) | 8.11% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 33.83 Lac (33,83,417) | 8.4% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 33.93 Lac (33,92,536) | 8.69% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 34.02 Lac (34,01,562) | 8.98% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 34.11 Lac (34,10,681) | 9.27% | 0.29 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 34.17 Lac (34,17,195) | 9.48% | 0.21 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 34.22 Lac (34,21,940) | 9.64% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 34.27 Lac (34,26,686) | 9.79% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 34.31 Lac (34,31,432) | 9.94% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 34.36 Lac (34,36,084) | 10.09% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 34.41 Lac (34,40,830) | 10.24% | 0.15 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Thrissur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 34.41 Lac (34,40,830), with a male population of 16.37 Lac (16,36,900) and a female population of 18.04 Lac (18,03,833). This reflects a total growth of 10.24% from Thrissur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.41%.