Kasaragod Population & Demographics
Comprehensive census data for Kasaragod district in Kerala.
Administrative Details of Kasaragod
Kasaragod comprises 93 villages, of which 93 are inhabited and 0 are uninhabited. There are 27 urban towns. The total number of households stands at 2,73,410, spread across 1,989 square kilometers.
| Villages | 93(93 inhabited • 0 uninhabited) |
| Urban Towns | 27 |
| Households | 2,73,410 |
| Total Area | 1,989 km² |
Kasaragod Urban & Rural Population
Kasaragod had 5,09,047 people in urban areas (38.9%) and 7,98,328 people in rural areas (61.1%).
| Area Type | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 🌾 Rural | 7,98,328 | 61.1% |
| 🏙️ Urban | 5,09,047 | 38.9% |
| Total | 13,07,375 | 100% |
Data from Census 2011.
Gender Distribution in Kasaragod
The total population comprises 6,28,613 males (48.1%) and 6,78,762 females (51.9%). The sex ratio is 1080 females per 1000 males.
Male and Female Population — Urban & Rural
| Gender | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 👨 Male | 3,87,716 | 2,40,897 | 6,28,613 |
| 👩 Female | 4,10,612 | 2,68,150 | 6,78,762 |
Literacy Rate in Kasaragod
The literacy rate is 79.36%. Male literacy stands at 82.16% while female literacy is 76.76%, indicating a gender gap of 5.40 percentage points. The total literate population is 10,37,492.
Literacy Statistics — Urban and Rural
| Category | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literate (Male) | 3,17,690 | 1,98,786 | 5,16,476 |
| Literate (Female) | 3,10,342 | 2,10,674 | 5,21,016 |
| Total Literate | 6,28,032 | 4,09,460 | 10,37,492 |
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About Kasaragod Census 2011 Data
According to Census 2011, Kasaragod in Kerala has a total population of 13,07,375 with a literacy rate of 79.36% and a sex ratio of 1080 females per 1000 males.
This page provides comprehensive census data for Kasaragod district including demographics, population statistics, literacy rates, gender distribution, and social indicators for research and analysis purposes.