Karaikal Population
As per the 2011 Census, Karaikal District has a population of 2.00 Lac (2,00,222) with 97.81 k (97,809) males and 1.02 Lac (1,02,413) females.The sex ratio in Karaikal is 1048, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Karaikal District is 22.26 k (22,263) which is 11.12% of Karaikal District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Karaikal District is 969 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Karaikal District is listed as part of PUDUCHERRY State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Karaikal Population Census 2011
- Karaikal 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
Karaikal Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Karaikal District current estimated population is projected to be 2.69 Lac (2,69,494), indicating a 34.6% increased from Karaikal's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 1.27 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.42 Lac.
Karaikal Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Karaikal District estimated population is projected to be 2.76 Lac (2,75,503), projecting a 37.6% increased from Karaikal's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 1.30 Lac, and the estimated female population is 1.46 Lac.
Karaikal Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Karaikal District, with a total Hindu population of 1.53 Lac (1,52,638), accounting for 76.23% of the Karaikal District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 75.00 k (75,003), and the Hindu female population is around 77.64 k (77,635).
Karaikal Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Karaikal District, with a total Muslim population of 28.84 k (28,835), accounting for 14.4% of the Karaikal District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 13.85 k (13,854), and the Muslim female population is around 14.98 k (14,981).
Karaikal Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,52,638 | 76.23% |
| Muslim | 28,835 | 14.4% |
| Christian | 18,391 | 9.19% |
| Religion not stated | 181 | 0.09% |
| Buddhist | 63 | 0.03% |
| Jain | 54 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 46 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 14 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKaraikal Urban Population
The Urban population of Karaikal District is 98.10 k (98,102), with 47.67 k (47,671) being males and 50.43 k (50,431) being females, making up 49% of the Karaikal total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1058 females for every 1000 males.
Karaikal Rural Population
The Rural population of Karaikal District is 1.02 Lac (1,02,120), with 50.14 k (50,138) being males and 51.98 k (51,982) being females, making up 51% of the Karaikal total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1037 females for every 1000 males.
Karaikal Literacy Rate
Karaikal District has a literacy rate of 87.05% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Karaikal District is 92.37 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Karaikal District is 82.02 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Karaikal District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 89.08%, while in the rural regions of Karaikal District, it is around 85.09%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Karaikal
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87.05 | 92.37 | 82.02 |
| Urban Area | 89.08 | 93.9 | 84.57 |
| Rural Area | 85.09 | 90.91 | 79.54 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Karaikal
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 86.35 | 91.87 | 81.07 |
| Muslim | 91.05 | 95.54 | 86.96 |
| Christian | 86.69 | 91.71 | 82.17 |
| Religion not stated | 86.84 | 95.71 | 79.27 |
Karaikal Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Karaikal District is 35.35 k (35,348) with 17.21 k (17,206) males and 18.14 k (18,142) females, which is 17.65% of Karaikal District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1055 females for every 1000 males.
Karaikal Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Karaikal District is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Karaikal District.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Karaikal
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1048 |
| Urban Area | 1058 |
| Rural Area | 1037 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Karaikal
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1036 |
| Muslim | 1082 |
| Christian | 1097 |
| Religion not stated | 1130 |
Karaikal Area & Households
The Total Area of Karaikal District is 157 Square KM, with a population density of 1,275 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Karaikal District are 2 and the Total Number of Villages in Karaikal District are 28.The Total Number of households in Karaikal District are 49.71 k(49,705).
Karaikal Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Karaikal District, there are about 68.30 k (68,301) workers, making up nearly 34.11% of the Karaikal District total population. Out of these, around 53.14 k (53,139) are male workers, and about 15.16 k (15,162) are female workers.
Karaikal - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Karaikal district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 56,595, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 2,00,222 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 21.41% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 12.51%.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.
Karaikal District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 56,595 to 2,00,222.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 21.41%.
- The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 56.60 k | - | - | N.A | N.A |
| 1911 | 56.58 k | -18 | -0.03180493 | 25.64 k | 30.94 k |
| 1921 | 54.36 k | -2.22 k | -3.925623487 | 25.33 k | 29.03 k |
| 1931 | 57.39 k | 3.04 k | 5.589079402 | N.A | N.A |
| 1941 | 60.56 k | 3.16 k | 5.507544343 | N.A | N.A |
| 1948 | 70.54 k | 9.99 k | 16.49079349 | 33.98 k | 36.56 k |
| 1961 | 84.00 k | 13.46 k | 19.08110177 | 40.86 k | 43.14 k |
| 1971 | 1.00 Lac | 16.04 k | 19.09620124 | 49.46 k | 50.58 k |
| 1981 | 1.20 Lac | 19.97 k | 19.95961696 | 59.37 k | 60.64 k |
| 1991 | 1.46 Lac | 25.69 k | 21.40904925 | 72.56 k | 73.15 k |
| 2001 | 1.71 Lac | 25.09 k | 17.2185885 | 84.49 k | 86.30 k |
| 2011 | 2.00 Lac | 29.43 k | 17.23217266 | 97.81 k | 1.02 Lac |
Karaikal - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2.69 Lac (2,69,494) | 34.6% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 2.76 Lac (2,75,503) | 37.6% | 3 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 2.82 Lac (2,81,671) | 40.68% | 3.08 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 2.88 Lac (2,88,156) | 43.92% | 3.24 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 2.94 Lac (2,94,482) | 47.08% | 3.16 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 3.01 Lac (3,00,966) | 50.32% | 3.24 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 3.07 Lac (3,07,450) | 53.55% | 3.23 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 3.14 Lac (3,14,251) | 56.95% | 3.4 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 3.21 Lac (3,21,210) | 60.43% | 3.48 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 3.28 Lac (3,28,327) | 63.98% | 3.55 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 3.35 Lac (3,35,285) | 67.46% | 3.48 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 3.42 Lac (3,42,402) | 71.01% | 3.55 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 3.50 Lac (3,49,519) | 74.57% | 3.56 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Karaikal District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 3.50 Lac (3,49,519), with a male population of 1.59 Lac (1,58,546) and a female population of 1.91 Lac (1,91,330). This reflects a total growth of 74.57% from Karaikal District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 3.33%.