Kolkata Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kolkata District has a population of 44.97 Lac (44,96,694) with 23.57 Lac (23,56,766) males and 21.40 Lac (21,39,928) females.The sex ratio in Kolkata is 908, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kolkata District is 3.39 Lac (3,39,323) which is 7.55% of Kolkata District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kolkata District is 933 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kolkata District is listed as part of WEST BENGAL State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kolkata Population Census 2011
- Kolkata 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
Kolkata Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kolkata District current estimated population is projected to be 48.95 Lac (48,94,935), indicating a 8.86% increased from Kolkata's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 25.50 Lac, and the estimated female population is 23.45 Lac.
Kolkata Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kolkata District estimated population is projected to be 49.18 Lac (49,18,419), projecting a 9.38% increased from Kolkata's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 25.61 Lac, and the estimated female population is 23.57 Lac.
Kolkata Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kolkata District, with a total Hindu population of 34.40 Lac (34,40,290), accounting for 76.51% of the Kolkata District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 17.93 Lac (17,92,575), and the Hindu female population is around 16.48 Lac (16,47,715).
Kolkata Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Kolkata District, with a total Muslim population of 9.26 Lac (9,26,414), accounting for 20.6% of the Kolkata District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 4.98 Lac (4,97,993), and the Muslim female population is around 4.28 Lac (4,28,421).
Kolkata Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 34,40,290 | 76.51% |
| Muslim | 9,26,414 | 20.6% |
| Religion not stated | 48,982 | 1.09% |
| Christian | 39,758 | 0.88% |
| Jain | 21,178 | 0.47% |
| Sikh | 13,849 | 0.31% |
| Buddhist | 4,771 | 0.11% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,452 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKolkata Urban Population
The Urban population of Kolkata District is 44.97 Lac (44,96,694), with 23.57 Lac (23,56,766) being males and 21.40 Lac (21,39,928) being females, making up 100% of the Kolkata total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 908 females for every 1000 males.
Kolkata Rural Population
The Rural population of Kolkata District is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Kolkata total population, The sex ratio in rural population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Kolkata Literacy Rate
Kolkata District has a literacy rate of 86.31% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kolkata District is 88.34 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kolkata District is 84.06 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kolkata District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 86.31%, while in the rural regions of Kolkata District, it is around N/A%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kolkata
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86.31 | 88.34 | 84.06 |
| Urban Area | 86.31 | 88.34 | 84.06 |
| Rural Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kolkata
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 88.66 | 90.78 | 86.35 |
| Muslim | 76.62 | 78.76 | 74.12 |
| Religion not stated | 85.08 | 86.85 | 83.09 |
| Christian | 92.16 | 93.64 | 90.8 |
Kolkata Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kolkata District is 2.42 Lac (2,41,932) with 1.28 Lac (1,28,053) males and 1.14 Lac (1,13,879) females, which is 5.38% of Kolkata District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 890 females for every 1000 males.
Kolkata Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kolkata District is 10.68 k (10,684) with 5.73 k (5,729) males and 4.96 k (4,955) females, which is 0.24% of Kolkata District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 865 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kolkata
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 908 |
| Urban Area | 908 |
| Rural Area | 0 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kolkata
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 920 |
| Muslim | 861 |
| Religion not stated | 885 |
| Christian | 1071 |
Kolkata Area & Households
The Total Area of Kolkata District is 185 Square KM, with a population density of 24,306 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kolkata District are 1The Total Number of households in Kolkata District are 10.25 Lac(10,24,928).
Kolkata Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kolkata District, there are about 17.96 Lac (17,95,740) workers, making up nearly 39.93% of the Kolkata District total population. Out of these, around 14.12 Lac (14,12,466) are male workers, and about 3.83 Lac (3,83,274) are female workers.
Kolkata - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kolkata district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 10,09,853, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 44,96,694 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1941. The growth rate of 82.43% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 2011 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 16.17%.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.
Kolkata District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 10,09,853 to 44,96,694.
- The year 1941 stands out with a growth rate of 82.43%.
- The year 2011 experienced a unique negative growth.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 10.10 Lac | --- | --- | 6.57 Lac | 3.52 Lac |
| 1911 | 11.18 Lac | 1.08 Lac | 10.7058156 | 7.40 Lac | 3.78 Lac |
| 1921 | 11.58 Lac | 40.53 k | 3.625423313 | 7.71 Lac | 3.88 Lac |
| 1931 | 12.89 Lac | 1.31 Lac | 11.30464731 | 8.67 Lac | 4.22 Lac |
| 1941 | 23.52 Lac | 10.63 Lac | 82.4327374 | 16.01 Lac | 7.52 Lac |
| 1951 | 29.56 Lac | 6.04 Lac | 25.67914712 | 18.56 Lac | 11.01 Lac |
| 1961 | 33.51 Lac | 3.95 Lac | 13.35289492 | 20.56 Lac | 12.95 Lac |
| 1971 | 37.27 Lac | 3.76 Lac | 11.21283103 | 22.42 Lac | 14.85 Lac |
| 1981 | 41.27 Lac | 4.00 Lac | 10.72776642 | 23.71 Lac | 17.56 Lac |
| 1991 | 44.00 Lac | 2.73 Lac | 6.614567154 | 24.45 Lac | 19.54 Lac |
| 2001 | 45.73 Lac | 1.73 Lac | 3.933275437 | 25.00 Lac | 20.73 Lac |
| 2011 | 44.97 Lac | -76.18 k | -1.665953767 | 23.57 Lac | 21.40 Lac |
Kolkata - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 48.95 Lac (48,94,935) | 8.86% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 49.18 Lac (49,18,419) | 9.38% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 49.38 Lac (49,37,637) | 9.81% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 49.54 Lac (49,53,767) | 10.16% | 0.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 49.70 Lac (49,69,897) | 10.52% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 49.86 Lac (49,86,026) | 10.88% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 50.02 Lac (50,02,156) | 11.24% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 50.13 Lac (50,13,236) | 11.49% | 0.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 50.21 Lac (50,20,737) | 11.65% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 50.28 Lac (50,28,238) | 11.82% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 50.36 Lac (50,35,739) | 11.99% | 0.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 50.43 Lac (50,43,240) | 12.15% | 0.16 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 50.51 Lac (50,50,692) | 12.32% | 0.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kolkata District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 50.51 Lac (50,50,692), with a male population of 26.11 Lac (26,11,468) and a female population of 24.38 Lac (24,37,685). This reflects a total growth of 12.32% from Kolkata District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.29%.