Belgaum District Population 2011–2025: Religion | Density
Quick Overview of Belgaum District Census 2021 & Projections
- District Name: Belgaum (Belagavi)
- State: Karnataka
- Total Area: 13,433 sq.km
- 2021 Projected Population: 5,320,000
- 2025 Projected Population: 5,490,000
- 2026 Projected Population: 5,510,000
- 2011 Census Population: 4,779,661
- Population Growth Rate (2001-2011): 13.41%
- Sex Ratio (2011): 973 females/1000 males
- Child Sex Ratio (0-6): 934 girls/1000 boys
- Density: 356 persons/sq.km
- Urban Population (2011): 25.34% (1,211,195)
- Rural Population (2011): 74.66% (3,568,466)
Historic Population (1901-2025)
| Census Year | Population | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1,131,186 | --- | 571,000 | 560,000 |
| 1911 | 1,083,804 | -4.19% | 551,000 | 533,000 |
| 1921 | 1,088,763 | 0.46% | 556,000 | 532,000 |
| 1931 | 1,237,223 | 13.64% | 634,000 | 603,000 |
| 1941 | 1,410,054 | 13.97% | 724,000 | 686,000 |
| 1951 | 1,645,620 | 16.71% | 841,000 | 804,000 |
| 1961 | 1,983,498 | 20.53% | 1,016,000 | 967,000 |
| 1971 | 2,422,994 | 22.16% | 1,245,000 | 1,178,000 |
| 1981 | 2,978,913 | 22.94% | 1,522,000 | 1,456,000 |
| 1991 | 3,583,606 | 20.30% | 1,834,000 | 1,750,000 |
| 2001 | 4,214,505 | 17.61% | 2,150,090 | 2,064,415 |
| 2011 | 4,779,661 | 13.41% | 2,423,063 | 2,356,598 |
| 2025 projected | 5,490,000 | ~11.92% | 2,714,000 | 2,635,000 |
Population Projection up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5,349,230 | 11.92% | ↑ |
| 2026 | 5,378,315 | 12.53% | 0.61% ↑ |
| 2027 | 5,404,600 | 13.07% | 0.54% ↑ |
| 2028 | 5,430,886 | 13.62% | 0.55% ↑ |
| 2029 | 5,457,171 | 14.17% | 0.55% ↑ |
| 2030 | 5,483,456 | 14.72% | 0.55% ↑ |
| 2031 | 5,506,164 | 15.2% | 0.48% ↑ |
| 2036 | 5,606,951 | 17.31% | 0.42% ↑ |
Religion-Wise Population (2011)
| Religion | Population | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Hinduism | 4,038,331 | 84.49% |
| Islam | 528,412 | 11.06% |
| Jainism | 178,310 | 3.73% |
| Christian | 18,418 | 0.39% |
| Sikh | 2,037 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 1,086 | 0.02% |
| Others/Not Stated | 13,067 | 0.27% |
Language Spoken (2011)
- Kannada: 68.40%
- Marathi: 18.70%
- Urdu: 9.79%
Urban & Rural Population (2011)
| Area | Population | Male | Female | Sex Ratio | Child Sex Ratio | Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban | 1,211,195 | 611,969 | 599,226 | 979 | 929 | 85.56% |
| Rural | 3,568,466 | 1,811,094 | 1,757,372 | 970 | 936 | 69.28% |
Literacy Rate (2011)
- Overall: 73.48%
- Male Literacy: 82.20%
- Female Literacy: 64.58%
- Urban Literacy: 85.56%
- Rural Literacy: 69.28%
SC/ST & Child Population (2011)
- Scheduled Castes (SC): 577,418 (12.08%)
- Scheduled Tribes (ST): 297,198 (6.22%)
- Child Population (0-6): 626,269 (13.10%)
- Child Sex Ratio (0-6): 934 girls/1000 boys
Households, Density & Workforce
- Total Number of Households: 983,854
- Population Density: 356 persons/sq.km
- Total Workers: 2,105,668 (44.05% of population)
- Male Workers: 1,372,422
- Female Workers: 733,246
Taluks & Subdistricts
| Taluk Name | Area (sq km) |
|---|---|
| Athni | 1997.70 |
| Raybag | 958.8 |
| Belgaum | — |
| Bailhongal | — |
| Chikkodi | — |
| Gokak | — |
| Hukkeri | — |
| Saundatti | — |
| Khanapur | — |
| Kittur | — |
| Nippani | — |
| Kagawad | — |
| Mudalagi | — |
| Yaragatti | — |
City List & Stats
| City | Population | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belgaum (UA) | 610,350 | 308,905 | 301,445 |
| Belgaum (Municipal Corporation) | 488,157 | 245,545 | 242,612 |
Socio-Economic and Industrial Profile
- Known as sugar bowl of Karnataka: 150,000 hectares for sugarcane
- Largest district in Karnataka (area)
- 7 industrial areas, 1 SEZ, 16 estates; Udyambag, Kakati, Kangrali, Gokak among top clusters
- 180+ degree colleges, 3 universities
Villages & Towns
- Total Number of Villages: 1,275
- Urban Agglomerations: 31
- Gram Panchayats: 485
- Municipalities: 17
- Towns: 20
- Inhabited Villages: 1,138
- Non-Inhabited Villages: 26
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: What is the projected population of Belgaum in 2025?
A: Approx. 5.49 lakh (54.91 lakhs) - Q: What was Belgaum's sex ratio in 2011?
A: 973 female per 1000 male - Q: What is Belgaum's density of population?
A: 356 persons/sq. km - Q: Which are the main religions in Belgaum?
A: Hindu (84.49%), Muslim (11.06%), Jain (3.73%), Christian (0.39%) - Q: What is the literacy rate in Belgaum?
A: 73.48% overall; 82.2% male; 64.58% female - Q: How many taluks are there in Belgaum?
A: 15 taluks - Q: How many SC/ST reside in Belgaum?
A: SC: 12.08%; ST: 6.22% of district population - Q: How many villages and towns are in Belgaum?
A: 1,275 villages, 31 towns - Q: Which languages are spoken in Belgaum?
A: Kannada, Marathi, Urdu - Q: What is the child sex ratio (0-6)?
A: 934 girls per 1000 boys