Kota Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kota District has a population of 19.51 Lac (19,51,014) with 10.21 Lac (10,21,161) males and 9.30 Lac (9,29,853) females.The sex ratio in Kota is 911, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kota District is 2.55 Lac (2,55,056) which is 13.07% of Kota District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kota District is 899 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kota District is listed as part of RAJASTHAN State in INDIA.
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Kota Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kota District current estimated population is projected to be 23.23 Lac (23,22,940), indicating a 19.06% increased from Kota's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 12.02 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.21 Lac.
Kota Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kota District estimated population is projected to be 23.48 Lac (23,47,520), projecting a 20.32% increased from Kota's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 12.13 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.34 Lac.
Kota Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kota District, with a total Hindu population of 16.61 Lac (16,61,307), accounting for 85.15% of the Kota District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.72 Lac (8,71,955), and the Hindu female population is around 7.89 Lac (7,89,352).
Kota Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kota District, with a total Muslim population of 2.44 Lac (2,43,993), accounting for 12.51% of the Kota District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.25 Lac (1,25,304), and the Muslim female population is around 1.19 Lac (1,18,689).
Kota Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 16,61,307 | 85.15% |
| Muslim | 2,43,993 | 12.51% |
| Jain | 25,742 | 1.32% |
| Sikh | 11,058 | 0.57% |
| Christian | 5,665 | 0.29% |
| Religion not stated | 2,683 | 0.14% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 286 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 280 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKota Urban Population
The Urban population of Kota District is 11.77 Lac (11,76,604), with 6.20 Lac (6,19,830) being males and 5.57 Lac (5,56,774) being females, making up 60.31% of the Kota total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 899 females for every 1000 males.
Kota Rural Population
The Rural population of Kota District is 7.74 Lac (7,74,410), with 4.01 Lac (4,01,331) being males and 3.73 Lac (3,73,079) being females, making up 39.69% of the Kota total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 930 females for every 1000 males.
Kota Literacy Rate
Kota District has a literacy rate of 76.56% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kota District is 86.31 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kota District is 65.87 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kota District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.71%, while in the rural regions of Kota District, it is around 68.57%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kota
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76.56 | 86.31 | 65.87 |
| Urban Area | 81.71 | 88.91 | 73.71 |
| Rural Area | 68.57 | 82.21 | 53.95 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kota
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 75.73 | 86.01 | 64.39 |
| Muslim | 78.83 | 86.52 | 70.76 |
| Jain | 97.13 | 98.14 | 96.04 |
| Sikh | 92.08 | 94.23 | 89.65 |
Kota Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kota District is 4.05 Lac (4,05,408) with 2.11 Lac (2,11,161) males and 1.94 Lac (1,94,247) females, which is 20.78% of Kota District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 920 females for every 1000 males.
Kota Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kota District is 1.84 Lac (1,83,816) with 96.43 k (96,428) males and 87.39 k (87,388) females, which is 9.42% of Kota District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 907 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kota
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 911 |
| Urban Area | 899 |
| Rural Area | 930 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kota
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 906 |
| Muslim | 948 |
| Jain | 922 |
| Sikh | 877 |
Kota Area & Households
The Total Area of Kota District is 5,217 Square KM, with a population density of 374 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kota District are 11 and the Total Number of Villages in Kota District are 874.The Total Number of households in Kota District are 3.97 Lac(3,96,501).
Kota Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kota District, there are about 7.49 Lac (7,48,811) workers, making up nearly 38.38% of the Kota District total population. Out of these, around 5.35 Lac (5,34,650) are male workers, and about 2.14 Lac (2,14,161) are female workers.
Kota - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kota district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,27,837, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 19,51,014 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 44.58% 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 22.50%.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.
Kota District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,27,837 to 19,51,014.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 44.58%.
- 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 | 2.28 Lac | ----- | ----- | 1.17 Lac | 1.10 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.65 Lac | 37.17 k | 16.31210032 | 1.37 Lac | 1.28 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.58 Lac | -7.37 k | -2.781488442 | 1.34 Lac | 1.24 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.77 Lac | 19.35 k | 7.511518412 | 1.43 Lac | 1.34 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.13 Lac | 36.48 k | 13.17084442 | 1.63 Lac | 1.50 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.30 Lac | 16.83 k | 5.369037593 | 1.71 Lac | 1.59 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.35 Lac | 1.04 Lac | 31.56248675 | 2.31 Lac | 2.04 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.21 Lac | 1.87 Lac | 42.97664443 | 3.32 Lac | 2.90 Lac |
| 1981 | 8.98 Lac | 2.77 Lac | 44.58059376 | 4.79 Lac | 4.20 Lac |
| 1991 | 12.21 Lac | 3.22 Lac | 35.88545563 | 6.49 Lac | 5.72 Lac |
| 2001 | 15.69 Lac | 3.48 Lac | 28.51695981 | 8.27 Lac | 7.41 Lac |
| 2011 | 19.51 Lac | 3.82 Lac | 24.37099391 | 10.21 Lac | 9.30 Lac |
Kota - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23.23 Lac (23,22,940) | 19.06% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 23.48 Lac (23,47,520) | 20.32% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 23.69 Lac (23,69,480) | 21.45% | 1.13 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 23.90 Lac (23,89,522) | 22.48% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 24.10 Lac (24,09,564) | 23.5% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 24.30 Lac (24,29,607) | 24.53% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 24.50 Lac (24,49,649) | 25.56% | 1.03 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 24.69 Lac (24,69,071) | 26.55% | 0.99 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 24.88 Lac (24,88,042) | 27.53% | 0.98 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 25.07 Lac (25,07,013) | 28.5% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 25.26 Lac (25,25,985) | 29.47% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 25.45 Lac (25,44,956) | 30.44% | 0.97 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 25.64 Lac (25,63,927) | 31.42% | 0.98 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kota District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 25.64 Lac (25,63,927), with a male population of 13.16 Lac (13,16,199) and a female population of 12.47 Lac (12,47,178). This reflects a total growth of 31.42% from Kota District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.26%.