Kannauj Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kannauj District has a population of 16.57 Lac (16,56,616) with 8.82 Lac (8,81,776) males and 7.75 Lac (7,74,840) females.The sex ratio in Kannauj is 879, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kannauj District is 2.58 Lac (2,57,682) which is 15.55% of Kannauj District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kannauj District is 899 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kannauj District is listed as part of UTTAR PRADESH State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kannauj Population Census 2011
- Kannauj 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
Kannauj Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kannauj District current estimated population is projected to be 19.67 Lac (19,66,741), indicating a 18.72% increased from Kannauj's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 10.42 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.24 Lac.
Kannauj Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kannauj District estimated population is projected to be 19.86 Lac (19,86,378), projecting a 19.91% increased from Kannauj's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 10.52 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.34 Lac.
Kannauj Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kannauj District, with a total Hindu population of 13.76 Lac (13,75,788), accounting for 83.05% of the Kannauj District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.35 Lac (7,35,460), and the Hindu female population is around 6.40 Lac (6,40,328).
Kannauj Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kannauj District, with a total Muslim population of 2.74 Lac (2,73,967), accounting for 16.54% of the Kannauj District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 1.43 Lac (1,42,704), and the Muslim female population is around 1.31 Lac (1,31,263).
Kannauj Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 13,75,788 | 83.05% |
| Muslim | 2,73,967 | 16.54% |
| Religion not stated | 2,390 | 0.14% |
| Buddhist | 2,033 | 0.12% |
| Christian | 1,263 | 0.08% |
| Jain | 606 | 0.04% |
| Sikh | 504 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 65 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKannauj Urban Population
The Urban population of Kannauj District is 2.81 Lac (2,80,841), with 1.48 Lac (1,47,531) being males and 1.33 Lac (1,33,310) being females, making up 16.95% of the Kannauj total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 904 females for every 1000 males.
Kannauj Rural Population
The Rural population of Kannauj District is 13.76 Lac (13,75,775), with 7.34 Lac (7,34,245) being males and 6.42 Lac (6,41,530) being females, making up 83.05% of the Kannauj total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 874 females for every 1000 males.
Kannauj Literacy Rate
Kannauj District has a literacy rate of 72.7% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kannauj District is 80.91 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kannauj District is 63.33 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Kannauj District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 71.03%, while in the rural regions of Kannauj District, it is around 73.05%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kannauj
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72.7 | 80.91 | 63.33 |
| Urban Area | 71.03 | 76.73 | 64.75 |
| Rural Area | 73.05 | 81.76 | 63.03 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kannauj
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 75.71 | 83.52 | 66.69 |
| Muslim | 57.07 | 66.91 | 46.41 |
| Religion not stated | 75.2 | 81.1 | 68.32 |
| Buddhist | 82.45 | 90.87 | 72.77 |
Kannauj Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kannauj District is 3.10 Lac (3,09,980) with 1.66 Lac (1,66,454) males and 1.44 Lac (1,43,526) females, which is 18.71% of Kannauj District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 863 females for every 1000 males.
Kannauj Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kannauj District is 15 (15) with 9 (9) males and 6 (6) females, which is 0% of Kannauj District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 667 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kannauj
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 879 |
| Urban Area | 904 |
| Rural Area | 874 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kannauj
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 871 |
| Muslim | 920 |
| Religion not stated | 882 |
| Buddhist | 879 |
Kannauj Area & Households
The Total Area of Kannauj District is 2,093 Square KM, with a population density of 792 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kannauj District are 8 and the Total Number of Villages in Kannauj District are 752.The Total Number of households in Kannauj District are 2.81 Lac(2,80,928).
Kannauj Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kannauj District, there are about 5.25 Lac (5,24,676) workers, making up nearly 31.67% of the Kannauj District total population. Out of these, around 4.31 Lac (4,30,934) are male workers, and about 93.74 k (93,742) are female workers.
Kannauj - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kannauj district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,14,501, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 16,56,616 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 26.12% 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 13.93%.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.
Kannauj District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,14,501 to 16,56,616.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 26.12%.
- 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 | 4.15 Lac | - | - | 2.24 Lac | 1.90 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.03 Lac | -11.49 k | -2.77 | 2.21 Lac | 1.82 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.84 Lac | -19.42 k | -4.82 | 2.10 Lac | 1.74 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.01 Lac | 17.25 k | 4.5 | 2.19 Lac | 1.81 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.36 Lac | 35.28 k | 8.8 | 2.33 Lac | 2.03 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.99 Lac | 62.56 k | 14.34 | 2.72 Lac | 2.27 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.91 Lac | 91.92 k | 18.43 | 3.20 Lac | 2.70 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.27 Lac | 1.37 Lac | 23.14 | 3.98 Lac | 3.29 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.17 Lac | 1.90 Lac | 26.12 | 5.00 Lac | 4.17 Lac |
| 1991 | 11.56 Lac | 2.39 Lac | 26.02 | 6.29 Lac | 5.27 Lac |
| 2001 | 13.89 Lac | 2.33 Lac | 20.16 | 7.44 Lac | 6.45 Lac |
| 2011 | 16.57 Lac | 2.68 Lac | 19.27342264 | 8.82 Lac | 7.75 Lac |
Kannauj - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 19.67 Lac (19,66,741) | 18.72% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 19.86 Lac (19,86,378) | 19.91% | 1.19 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 20.03 Lac (20,03,280) | 20.93% | 1.02 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 20.18 Lac (20,18,235) | 21.83% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 20.33 Lac (20,33,191) | 22.73% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 20.48 Lac (20,48,146) | 23.63% | 0.9 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 20.63 Lac (20,63,102) | 24.54% | 0.91 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 20.76 Lac (20,76,062) | 25.32% | 0.78 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 20.88 Lac (20,87,601) | 26.02% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 20.99 Lac (20,99,148) | 26.71% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 21.11 Lac (21,10,687) | 27.41% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 21.22 Lac (21,22,234) | 28.11% | 0.7 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 21.34 Lac (21,33,773) | 28.8% | 0.69 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kannauj District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 21.34 Lac (21,33,773), with a male population of 11.25 Lac (11,24,697) and a female population of 10.09 Lac (10,08,663). This reflects a total growth of 28.8% from Kannauj District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.84%.