Alappuzha District Population 2011–2025: Religion | Literacy | Density | Sex Ratio
Alappuzha in Kerala, the smallest district by area i.e. 1,415 km² and has a population of 2.14 million has been forecasted for 2021 and its population is anticipated to be 2.293 million in 2025 and 2.346 million in 2036, respectively. According to the 2011 census, the district had a population of 2.128 million with a density of 1, 504/km², which is the highest in Kerala. The urban population accounts for more than 50% of the district's total population and 99% of the people speak Malayalam.
Quick Overview of District Census 2021 & Projections
- District: Alappuzha (Alleppey), Kerala
- Area: 1,415 km2 (Smallest district in Kerala)
- Coordinates: 9°29′N 76°29′E
- Population (2011 census): 2,127,789 (21.28 lakhs)
- Population (2021 projected): 2,140,000 (21.44 lakhs)
- Population (2025 projected): 2,140,000 – 2,292,973 (21.48 – 22.93 lakhs)
- Population (2036 projected): 2,345,688 (23.46 lakhs)
- Population Density (2011): 1,504/km2 (highest in Kerala)
- Urban population (2011): 1,148,146 (53.96%)
- Rural population (2011): 979,643 (46.04%)
- Main language: Malayalam (99.0%)
Historic Population & Growth (1901–2036)
| Year | Population | Variation | % Change | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 509,545 | – | – | 257,000 | 253,000 |
| 1931 | 865,222 | 172,000 | 24.75% | 433,000 | 432,000 |
| 1961 | 1,404,269 | 238,000 | 20.45% | 693,000 | 711,000 |
| 2011 | 2,127,789 | 18,629 | 0.88% | 1,013,142 | 1,114,647 |
| 2025 | 2,292,973 | 165,184 | 7.76% | 1,093,000 | 1,200,000 |
| 2036 | 2,345,688 | 52,715 | 2.3% | 1,119,971 | 1,225,671 |
Religion & Caste-wise Population (2011)
| Religion | Population | % |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,460,447 | 68.64% |
| Christian | 435,056 | 20.45% |
| Muslim | 224,545 | 10.55% |
| Sikh | 268 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 146 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 74 | 0.00% |
| Other/Not Stated | 6,942 | 0.33% |
| Group | Total | % | Male | Female | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC | 201,211 | 9.46% | 97,183 | 104,028 | 1,071 |
| ST | 6,574 | 0.31% | 3,175 | 3,399 | 1,071 |
Sex Ratio & Child Population
- Average Sex Ratio (2011): 1100 females/1000 males
- Child Sex Ratio (0–6 yrs, 2011): 951 girls/1000 boys
- Urban Sex Ratio: 1094
- Rural Sex Ratio: 1108
- Child Population (0–6 yrs, 2011): 192,046 (9.03%)
- Urban child population: 102,632 (9.61% of urban)
- Rural child population: 89,414 (9.84% of rural)
Literacy Rate
| Category | Avg Literacy | Male Literacy | Female Literacy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 95.72% | 97.36% | 94.24% |
| Urban | 95.68% | 97.46% | 94.07% |
| Rural | 95.76% | 97.24% | 94.44% |
| Religion | Avg Literacy | Male Literacy | Female Literacy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 95.75% | 97.47% | 94.22% |
| Christian | 97.07% | 97.71% | 96.49% |
| Muslim | 92.85% | 96.04% | 89.98% |
Urban/Rural Breakdown & Households
| Category | Population (%) | Total Population | Male | Female | Sex Ratio | Child Sex Ratio | Child Population | Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban | 53.96% | 1,148,146 | 548,429 | 599,717 | 1,094 | 947 | 102,632 | 95.68% |
| Rural | 46.04% | 979,643 | 464,713 | 514,930 | 1,108 | 955 | 89,414 | 95.76% |
- Total Households (2011): 535,958
- Total Towns: 38
- Total Villages: 52
Major Cities, Towns & Taluks
| City/Town | Population | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherthala (UA) | 455,722 | 222,625 | 233,097 |
| Kayamkulam (UA) | 427,967 | 198,432 | 229,535 |
| Alappuzha (UA) | 240,991 | 116,439 | 124,552 |
| Alappuzha Municipality | 174,176 | 83,853 | 90,323 |
- Other major towns (by taluk):
- Cherthala taluk: Aroor, Thuravoor, Cherthala, Arookutty, Ezhupunna, Kanjikuzhy, Arthunkal, Vayalar
- Ambalapuzha taluk: Alappuzha, Ambalapuzha, Kalavoor, Purakkad, Aryad, Thumpoly, Valavanadu, Pathirappally, Punnapra
- Kuttanad taluk: Champakulam, Edathua, Kainakary, Thakazhy, Thalavady, Nedumudi, Mankombu, Kavalam, Muttar
- Karthikappally taluk: Kayamkulam, Haripad, Cheppad, Chingoli, Karthikappally, Muthukulam, Pathiyoor, Pallippad, Krishnapuram, Arattupuzha
- Mavelikkara taluk: Mavelikkara, Chennithala, Chettikulangara, Bharanikavu, Charumood, Nooranad, Mavelikkara Thekkekara, Edappon, Thazhakara
- Chengannur taluk: Chengannur, Budhanoor, Pandanad, Puliyoor, Venmoney, Cheriyanad, Mulakuzha, Mannar
Subdistricts (Taluks) & Villages List
| Taluk | Villages |
|---|---|
| Cherthala | Arookutty, Aroor, Arthunkal, Cherthala North, Cherthala South, Ezhupunna, Kadakkarappally, Kanjikuzhy, Kodamthuruth, Kokkothamangalam, Kuthiyathode, Mararikulam North, Pallippuram, Panavally, Pattanakkad, Perumbalam, Thanneermukkom North/South, Thuravoor South, Thaikkattussery, Vayalar East |
| Ambalappuzha | Alappuzha West, Ambalappuzha, Ambalappuzha North, Aryad South, Thumpoly, Kalavoor, Karumady, Komalapuram, Mannancherry, Mullakkal, Paravur-Alappuzha, Pathirappally, Pazhaveedu, Punnapra, Purakkad |
| Kuttanad | Champakulam, Edathua, Kainakary North/South, Kavalam, Kunnumma, Muttar, Nedumudi, Neelamperoor, Pulinkunnoo, Ramankary, Thakazhy, Thalavady, Veliyanad |
| Karthikappally | Arattupuzha, Cheppad, Cheruthana, Chingoli, Haripad, Kandalloor, Karthikappally, Karuvatta, Kayamkulam, Keerikkad, Krishnapuram, Kumarapuram, Muthukulam, Pallippad, Pathiyoor, Puthuppally, Thrikkunnapuzha, Veeyapuram |
| Mavelikkara | Bharanikkavu, Chennithala, Chunakkara, Kannamangalam, Kattanam, Mavelikara, Nooranad, Palamel, Perungala, Thamarakkulam, Thazhakkara, Thekkekara, Thriperumthura, Vallikunnam, Vettiyar |
| Chengannur | Ala, Chengannur, Cheriyanad, Ennakkad, Kurattissery, Mannar, Mulakuzha, Pandanad, Puliyoor, Thiruvanvandoor, Venmony |
- Total Villages: 93
- Total Towns: 38
Languages Spoken
- Malayalam (99%)
- Konkani (minority, urban)
Workforce (2011 census)
- Total workers: 804,471 (37.81%)
- Male workers: 536,738
- Female workers: 267,733
Education & Notable Institutions
- Govt. T D Medical College, Alappuzha
- KVM Institute of Paramedical Science, Cherthala
- Bishop Moore College, Mavelikkara
- Sree Narayana College, Chengannur and Cherthala
- Sanatana Dharma College, Alappuzha
- Archana College of Engineering, Panamel
- Carmel Polytechnic College, Punnapra
- University Institute of Technology (UIT), Alappuzha
Major Tourist Attractions
- Kerala Backwaters & Houseboats
- Alappuzha Beach
- Mararikulam Beach
- Krishnapuram Palace
- Nehru Trophy Boat Race (Snake boat)
- Revi Karunakaran Memorial Museum
- Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple
- Buddha statue, Saradha Mandiram (Mavelikara)
- Pathiramanal island (migratory birds)
FAQs
- Q: What is Alappuzha’s population in 2025?
A: Estimated 2.14 – 2.29 lakhs (projection varies by source). - Q: What is Alappuzha’s literacy rate?
A: 95.72% (2011), one of the highest in India. - Q: Top three religions by population?
A: Hindu (68.6%), Christian (20.4%), Muslim (10.6%) - Q: Total SC/ST population and ratio?
A: SC: 9.46% | ST: 0.31% | Sex ratio ~1071 in both - Q: Number of villages and towns?
A: 93 villages, 38 towns (census 2011) - Q: Main spoken language?
A: Malayalam; some Konkani in urban areas - Q: Workforce proportion?
A: About 38% are workers - Q: Key tourist sites?
A: Backwaters, houseboats, boat races, Alappuzha Beach, Krishnapuram Palace - Q: Major towns/cities?
A: Alappuzha, Cherthala, Kayamkulam, Haripad, Mavelikkara, Chengannur - Q: District’s density and urban ratio?
A: Highest density in Kerala (1504/km²); 54% urban population (2011)