Kolhapur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kolhapur District has a population of 38.76 Lac (38,76,001) with 19.81 Lac (19,80,658) males and 18.95 Lac (18,95,343) females.The sex ratio in Kolhapur is 957, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kolhapur District is 4.09 Lac (4,08,942) which is 10.55% of Kolhapur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kolhapur District is 863 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kolhapur District is listed as part of MAHARASHTRA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kolhapur Population Census 2011
- Kolhapur 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
Kolhapur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kolhapur District current estimated population is projected to be 43.84 Lac (43,83,584), indicating a 13.1% increased from Kolhapur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 22.48 Lac, and the estimated female population is 21.35 Lac.
Kolhapur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kolhapur District estimated population is projected to be 44.17 Lac (44,16,959), projecting a 13.96% increased from Kolhapur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 22.66 Lac, and the estimated female population is 21.51 Lac.
Kolhapur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kolhapur District, with a total Hindu population of 33.80 Lac (33,79,906), accounting for 87.2% of the Kolhapur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 17.28 Lac (17,28,058), and the Hindu female population is around 16.52 Lac (16,51,848).
Kolhapur Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kolhapur District, with a total Muslim population of 2.87 Lac (2,86,558), accounting for 7.39% of the Kolhapur District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.45 Lac (1,44,947), and the Muslim female population is around 1.42 Lac (1,41,611).
Kolhapur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 33,79,906 | 87.2% |
| Muslim | 2,86,558 | 7.39% |
| Jain | 1,54,882 | 4% |
| Buddhist | 29,766 | 0.77% |
| Christian | 15,573 | 0.4% |
| Religion not stated | 6,472 | 0.17% |
| Sikh | 1,570 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,274 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKolhapur Urban Population
The Urban population of Kolhapur District is 12.30 Lac (12,30,009), with 6.32 Lac (6,31,843) being males and 5.98 Lac (5,98,166) being females, making up 31.73% of the Kolhapur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 947 females for every 1000 males.
Kolhapur Rural Population
The Rural population of Kolhapur District is 26.46 Lac (26,45,992), with 13.49 Lac (13,48,815) being males and 12.97 Lac (12,97,177) being females, making up 68.27% of the Kolhapur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 962 females for every 1000 males.
Kolhapur Literacy Rate
Kolhapur District has a literacy rate of 81.51% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kolhapur District is 88.57 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kolhapur District is 74.22 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kolhapur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.28%, while in the rural regions of Kolhapur District, it is around 78.35%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kolhapur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81.51 | 88.57 | 74.22 |
| Urban Area | 88.28 | 92.42 | 83.95 |
| Rural Area | 78.35 | 86.75 | 69.73 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kolhapur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 80.66 | 88.08 | 73 |
| Muslim | 85.56 | 90.49 | 80.54 |
| Jain | 91.57 | 95.03 | 87.91 |
| Buddhist | 81.52 | 88.77 | 74.09 |
Kolhapur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kolhapur District is 5.04 Lac (5,04,461) with 2.53 Lac (2,53,390) males and 2.51 Lac (2,51,071) females, which is 13.01% of Kolhapur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 991 females for every 1000 males.
Kolhapur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kolhapur District is 30.21 k (30,206) with 15.48 k (15,478) males and 14.73 k (14,728) females, which is 0.78% of Kolhapur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 952 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kolhapur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 957 |
| Urban Area | 947 |
| Rural Area | 962 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kolhapur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 956 |
| Muslim | 977 |
| Jain | 936 |
| Buddhist | 966 |
Kolhapur Area & Households
The Total Area of Kolhapur District is 7,685 Square KM, with a population density of 504 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kolhapur District are 23 and the Total Number of Villages in Kolhapur District are 1,216.The Total Number of households in Kolhapur District are 8.40 Lac(8,40,240).
Kolhapur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kolhapur District, there are about 17.04 Lac (17,04,054) workers, making up nearly 43.96% of the Kolhapur District total population. Out of these, around 11.25 Lac (11,25,204) are male workers, and about 5.79 Lac (5,78,850) are female workers.
Kolhapur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kolhapur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 8,72,720, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 38,76,001 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 28.94% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1911 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 13.79%.
Kolhapur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 8,72,720 to 38,76,001.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 28.94%.
- The year 1911 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 8.73 Lac | 0 | 0 | 4.42 Lac | 4.31 Lac |
| 1911 | 7.93 Lac | -80.04 k | -9.171211843 | 4.03 Lac | 3.90 Lac |
| 1921 | 7.95 Lac | 1.99 k | 0.251299072 | 4.08 Lac | 3.86 Lac |
| 1931 | 9.08 Lac | 1.14 Lac | 14.30072495 | 4.65 Lac | 4.43 Lac |
| 1941 | 10.39 Lac | 1.31 Lac | 14.41809412 | 5.28 Lac | 5.11 Lac |
| 1951 | 12.68 Lac | 2.28 Lac | 21.97003884 | 6.45 Lac | 6.22 Lac |
| 1961 | 15.53 Lac | 2.85 Lac | 22.48540362 | 7.92 Lac | 7.61 Lac |
| 1971 | 20.02 Lac | 4.49 Lac | 28.94026675 | 10.25 Lac | 9.77 Lac |
| 1981 | 24.57 Lac | 4.55 Lac | 22.73367323 | 12.52 Lac | 12.05 Lac |
| 1991 | 29.90 Lac | 5.32 Lac | 21.66835226 | 15.25 Lac | 14.65 Lac |
| 2001 | 35.23 Lac | 5.34 Lac | 17.85093663 | 18.07 Lac | 17.16 Lac |
| 2011 | 38.76 Lac | 3.53 Lac | 10.01483894 | 19.81 Lac | 18.95 Lac |
Kolhapur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 43.84 Lac (43,83,584) | 13.1% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 44.17 Lac (44,16,959) | 13.96% | 0.86 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 44.47 Lac (44,47,422) | 14.74% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 44.76 Lac (44,75,828) | 15.48% | 0.74 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 45.04 Lac (45,04,235) | 16.21% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 45.33 Lac (45,32,607) | 16.94% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 45.61 Lac (45,61,014) | 17.67% | 0.73 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 45.86 Lac (45,86,062) | 18.32% | 0.65 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 46.09 Lac (46,08,780) | 18.91% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 46.31 Lac (46,31,499) | 19.49% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 46.54 Lac (46,54,183) | 20.08% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 46.77 Lac (46,76,901) | 20.66% | 0.58 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 47.00 Lac (46,99,585) | 21.25% | 0.59 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kolhapur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 47.00 Lac (46,99,585), with a male population of 24.12 Lac (24,11,952) and a female population of 22.87 Lac (22,87,320). This reflects a total growth of 21.25% from Kolhapur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.85%.