Chikmagalur Population & Demographics
Comprehensive census data for Chikmagalur district in Karnataka.
Administrative Details of Chikmagalur
Chikmagalur comprises 1,117 villages, of which 1,022 are inhabited and 95 are uninhabited. There are 9 urban towns. The total number of households stands at 2,76,085, spread across 7,202 square kilometers.
| Villages | 1,117(1,022 inhabited • 95 uninhabited) |
| Urban Towns | 9 |
| Households | 2,76,085 |
| Total Area | 7,202 km² |
Chikmagalur Urban & Rural Population
Chikmagalur had 2,39,508 people in urban areas (21.0%) and 8,98,453 people in rural areas (79.0%).
| Area Type | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 🌾 Rural | 8,98,453 | 79.0% |
| 🏙️ Urban | 2,39,508 | 21.0% |
| Total | 11,37,961 | 100% |
Data from Census 2011.
Gender Distribution in Chikmagalur
The total population comprises 5,66,622 males (49.8%) and 5,71,339 females (50.2%). The sex ratio is 1008 females per 1000 males.
Male and Female Population — Urban & Rural
| Gender | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 👨 Male | 4,47,545 | 1,19,077 | 5,66,622 |
| 👩 Female | 4,50,908 | 1,20,431 | 5,71,339 |
Literacy Rate in Chikmagalur
The literacy rate is 71.91%. Male literacy stands at 77.35% while female literacy is 66.53%, indicating a gender gap of 10.82 percentage points. The total literate population is 8,18,345.
Literacy Statistics — Urban and Rural
| Category | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literate (Male) | 3,40,186 | 98,071 | 4,38,257 |
| Literate (Female) | 2,87,897 | 92,191 | 3,80,088 |
| Total Literate | 6,28,083 | 1,90,262 | 8,18,345 |
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About Chikmagalur Census 2011 Data
According to Census 2011, Chikmagalur in Karnataka has a total population of 11,37,961 with a literacy rate of 71.91% and a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1000 males.
This page provides comprehensive census data for Chikmagalur district including demographics, population statistics, literacy rates, gender distribution, and social indicators for research and analysis purposes.