Kancheepuram Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kancheepuram District has a population of 39.98 Lac (39,98,252) with 20.13 Lac (20,12,958) males and 19.85 Lac (19,85,294) females.The sex ratio in Kancheepuram is 987, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kancheepuram District is 4.32 Lac (4,31,574) which is 10.79% of Kancheepuram District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kancheepuram District is 959 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kancheepuram District is listed as part of TAMIL NADU State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kancheepuram Population Census 2011
- Kancheepuram 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
Kancheepuram Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kancheepuram District current estimated population is projected to be 42.62 Lac (42,62,367), indicating a 6.61% increased from Kancheepuram's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 21.37 Lac, and the estimated female population is 21.25 Lac.
Kancheepuram Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kancheepuram District estimated population is projected to be 42.75 Lac (42,75,007), projecting a 6.92% increased from Kancheepuram's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 21.43 Lac, and the estimated female population is 21.32 Lac.
Kancheepuram Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kancheepuram District, with a total Hindu population of 35.37 Lac (35,37,399), accounting for 88.47% of the Kancheepuram District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 17.84 Lac (17,84,046), and the Hindu female population is around 17.53 Lac (17,53,353).
Kancheepuram Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Kancheepuram District, with a total Christian population of 2.57 Lac (2,56,762), accounting for 6.42% of the Kancheepuram District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 1.27 Lac (1,26,855), and the Christian female population is around 1.30 Lac (1,29,907).
Kancheepuram Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 35,37,399 | 88.47% |
| Christian | 2,56,762 | 6.42% |
| Muslim | 1,73,785 | 4.35% |
| Religion not stated | 21,978 | 0.55% |
| Jain | 4,962 | 0.12% |
| Sikh | 1,620 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 990 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 756 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKancheepuram Urban Population
The Urban population of Kancheepuram District is 25.38 Lac (25,38,336), with 12.78 Lac (12,77,979) being males and 12.60 Lac (12,60,357) being females, making up 63.49% of the Kancheepuram total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 987 females for every 1000 males.
Kancheepuram Rural Population
The Rural population of Kancheepuram District is 14.60 Lac (14,59,916), with 7.35 Lac (7,34,979) being males and 7.25 Lac (7,24,937) being females, making up 36.51% of the Kancheepuram total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 987 females for every 1000 males.
Kancheepuram Literacy Rate
Kancheepuram District has a literacy rate of 84.49% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kancheepuram District is 89.89 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kancheepuram District is 79.02 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kancheepuram District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 89.39%, while in the rural regions of Kancheepuram District, it is around 75.95%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kancheepuram
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84.49 | 89.89 | 79.02 |
| Urban Area | 89.39 | 93.49 | 85.24 |
| Rural Area | 75.95 | 83.63 | 68.2 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kancheepuram
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 83.69 | 89.36 | 77.95 |
| Christian | 91.9 | 94.69 | 89.19 |
| Muslim | 89.12 | 93.3 | 84.86 |
| Religion not stated | 86.51 | 93.04 | 81.74 |
Kancheepuram Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kancheepuram District is 9.48 Lac (9,48,081) with 4.74 Lac (4,74,264) males and 4.74 Lac (4,73,817) females, which is 23.71% of Kancheepuram District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1000 females for every 1000 males.
Kancheepuram Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kancheepuram District is 41.21 k (41,210) with 20.61 k (20,605) males and 20.61 k (20,605) females, which is 1.03% of Kancheepuram District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1000 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kancheepuram
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 987 |
| Urban Area | 987 |
| Rural Area | 987 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kancheepuram
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 983 |
| Christian | 1025 |
| Muslim | 975 |
| Religion not stated | 1280 |
Kancheepuram Area & Households
The Total Area of Kancheepuram District is 4,483 Square KM, with a population density of 892 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kancheepuram District are 75 and the Total Number of Villages in Kancheepuram District are 1,019.The Total Number of households in Kancheepuram District are 10.06 Lac(10,06,245).
Kancheepuram Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kancheepuram District, there are about 16.74 Lac (16,73,814) workers, making up nearly 41.86% of the Kancheepuram District total population. Out of these, around 11.81 Lac (11,81,308) are male workers, and about 4.93 Lac (4,92,506) are female workers.
Kancheepuram - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kancheepuram district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 7,08,782, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 39,98,252 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2011. The growth rate of 38.95% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 17.51%.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.
Kancheepuram District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 7,08,782 to 39,98,252.
- The year 2011 stands out with a growth rate of 38.95%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 7.09 Lac | 0 | - | 3.57 Lac | 3.52 Lac |
| 1911 | 7.60 Lac | 51.01 k | 7.197135367 | 3.81 Lac | 3.79 Lac |
| 1921 | 7.98 Lac | 38.61 k | 5.082167008 | 4.02 Lac | 3.96 Lac |
| 1931 | 8.72 Lac | 73.14 k | 9.160479354 | 4.40 Lac | 4.32 Lac |
| 1941 | 9.57 Lac | 85.45 k | 9.80441652 | 4.86 Lac | 4.71 Lac |
| 1951 | 10.31 Lac | 73.56 k | 7.686865985 | 5.22 Lac | 5.09 Lac |
| 1961 | 11.67 Lac | 1.37 Lac | 13.28715775 | 5.94 Lac | 5.73 Lac |
| 1971 | 15.00 Lac | 3.32 Lac | 28.45872045 | 7.67 Lac | 7.33 Lac |
| 1981 | 18.98 Lac | 3.98 Lac | 26.55633228 | 9.68 Lac | 9.30 Lac |
| 1991 | 24.15 Lac | 5.17 Lac | 27.23831823 | 12.31 Lac | 11.84 Lac |
| 2001 | 28.77 Lac | 4.62 Lac | 19.14932029 | 14.57 Lac | 14.20 Lac |
| 2011 | 39.98 Lac | 11.21 Lac | 38.95035496 | 20.13 Lac | 19.85 Lac |
Kancheepuram - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 42.62 Lac (42,62,367) | 6.61% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 42.75 Lac (42,75,007) | 6.92% | 0.31 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 42.84 Lac (42,83,728) | 7.14% | 0.22 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 42.90 Lac (42,89,634) | 7.29% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 42.96 Lac (42,95,540) | 7.44% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 43.01 Lac (43,01,446) | 7.58% | 0.14 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 43.07 Lac (43,07,352) | 7.73% | 0.15 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 43.10 Lac (43,09,725) | 7.79% | 0.06 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 43.10 Lac (43,09,559) | 7.79% | ↓ |
| 2033 | 43.09 Lac (43,09,394) | 7.78% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2034 | 43.09 Lac (43,09,228) | 7.78% | ↓ |
| 2035 | 43.09 Lac (43,09,063) | 7.77% | -0.01 % ↓ |
| 2036 | 43.09 Lac (43,08,897) | 7.77% | ↓ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kancheepuram District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 43.09 Lac (43,08,897), with a male population of 21.49 Lac (21,48,902) and a female population of 21.60 Lac (21,59,781). This reflects a total growth of 7.77% from Kancheepuram District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.1%.