Chikkaballapura is one of the districts in Karnataka, which is spread out over 4,244 sq.km. Its population was approximately 1.35 million in 2021 and is projected to be 1.412 million by 2026. The district's population had increased by 9.23% between 2001 and 2011. In 2011 the sex ratio was 973 females per 1000 males and the urban population accounted for 22%. The population density was 296 people per sq.km, and most of them were from rural areas.
Quick Overview of Chikkaballapura District Census 2021 & Projections
- District Name: Chikkaballapura (Chikkaballapur)
- State: Karnataka
- Area: 4,244 sq.km
- 2021 Projected Population: 1,350,000
- 2025 Projected Population: 1,404,669
- 2026 Projected Population: 1,412,306
- 2036 Projected Population: 1,472,345
- 2011 Census Population: 1,255,104
- Population Growth Rate (2001-2011): 9.23%
- Sex Ratio (2011): 973 females/1000 males (urban: 981, rural: 970)
- Child Sex Ratio (0-6): 954 girls/1000 boys
- Density (2011): 296 persons/sq.km
- Urban Population (2011): 22.40% (281,119)
- Rural Population (2011): 77.60% (973,985)
- Total Households (2011): 284,698
Historic Population & Decadal Growth (1901–2011)
| Year | Population | Variation | Growth % | Male | Female |
| 1901 | 332,421 | — | — | 168,000 | 165,000 |
| 1911 | 352,424 | +20,003 | +6.02% | 178,000 | 175,000 |
| 1921 | 357,812 | +5,388 | +1.53% | 182,000 | 175,000 |
| 1931 | 380,912 | +23,100 | +6.46% | 195,000 | 186,000 |
| 1941 | 417,371 | +36,459 | +9.57% | 214,000 | 203,000 |
| 1951 | 479,068 | +61,697 | +14.78% | 245,000 | 234,000 |
| 1961 | 568,322 | +89,254 | +18.63% | 290,000 | 278,000 |
| 1971 | 690,083 | +121,761 | +21.42% | 353,000 | 337,000 |
| 1981 | 861,098 | +171,015 | +24.78% | 438,000 | 423,000 |
| 1991 | 1,005,031 | +143,933 | +16.72% | 514,000 | 491,000 |
| 2001 | 1,149,007 | +143,976 | +14.33% | 584,516 | 564,491 |
| 2011 | 1,255,104 | +106,097 | +9.23% | 636,437 | 618,667 |
Population Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
| 2025 | 1,404,669 | 11.92% | ↑ |
| 2026 | 1,412,306 | 12.53% | 0.61% |
| 2027 | 1,419,209 | 13.07% | 0.54% |
| 2028 | 1,426,111 | 13.62% | 0.55% |
| 2029 | 1,433,014 | 14.17% | 0.55% |
| 2030 | 1,439,916 | 14.72% | 0.55% |
| 2036 | 1,472,345 | 17.31% | 0.42% |
Religion-Wise Population (2011)
| Religion | Population | Percent |
| Hindu | 1,100,131 | 87.65% |
| Muslim | 147,810 | 11.78% |
| Christian | 4,684 | 0.37% |
| Jain | 975 | 0.08% |
| Sikh | 264 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 85 | 0.01% |
| Other/Not Stated | 1,155 | 0.09% |
Urban & Rural Split (2011)
| Area | Population | Male | Female | Sex Ratio | Child Sex Ratio | Child (0-6) | Avg Literacy |
| Urban |
281,119 |
141,974 |
139,145 |
981 |
941 |
32,258 |
81.57% |
| Rural |
973,985 |
494,463 |
479,522 |
970 |
957 |
100,028 |
66.39% |
Literacy Rate (2011) by Gender, Area, Religion
| Category | Average | Male | Female |
| Total Population | 69.76% | 77.75% | 61.55% |
| Urban Area | 81.57% | 86.01% | 77.06% |
| Rural Area | 66.39% | 75.41% | 57.10% |
| Hindu | 68.94% | 77.50% | 60.15% |
| Muslim | 75.37% | 79.15% | 71.50% |
| Christian | 83.82% | 87.26% | 80.56% |
| Jain | — | — | — |
SC/ST & Child Population (2011)
- Scheduled Castes (SC): 312,565 (24.90%)—Sex ratio: 983
- Scheduled Tribes (ST): 156,487 (12.47%)—Sex ratio: 977
- Child (0–6): 132,286 (10.54%)—Child Sex Ratio: 954
Sex Ratio by Category (2011)
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|
| Total Population | 973 |
| Urban Area | 981 |
| Rural Area | 970 |
| Hindu | 972 |
| Muslim | 974 |
| Christian | 1031 |
Languages Spoken (2011)
- Kannada: 59.37%
- Telugu: 27.07%
- Urdu: 11.60%
Workforce & Households (2011)
- Total Workers: 639,778 (~50.97% of population)
- Male Workers: 384,452
- Female Workers: 255,326
- Total Households: 284,698
- Houseless: 1,837 (489 families)
Taluks/Subdistricts
| Taluk Name |
|---|
| Bagepalli |
| Chikkaballapura |
| Chintamani |
| Gauribidanur |
| Gudibanda |
| Sidlaghatta |
- Total Villages: 1,513
- Total Towns: 8
Historic/Cultural/Geography/Economic Facts
- District formed in 2007 from Kolar; headquarters: Chikkaballapur
- Major crops: groundnut, sunflower, ragi, silk, vegetables
- Key temples: Bhoga Nandeeshwara, Nandi Hills, Avani, Ranganathaswamy, Lord Shiva in Peresandra
- Historic: Cholas, Hoysalas, Vijayanagara, Maratha, Mysore, British colonial, Wodeyars of Mysore
- Main rivers: North Pennar, Chitravathi, Palar
- Main transport: NH44/69, railway
- Cultural festivals: Karaga, Nandi Utsav
- Notable people: Tippu Sultan, Sir M. Visvesvaraya, Kengal Hanumanthaiah, Border Ramanna, Dr. M.C. Modi, R. L. Jalappa, K.C. Reddy, J. Narasimhaswamy
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: What is Chikkaballapura’s population (2025/2026/2036)?
A: 2025: 1,404,669; 2026: 1,412,306; 2036: 1,472,345
- Q: Religion/language split?
A: Hindu: 87.65%, Muslim: 11.78%, Christian: 0.37%; Kannada: 59.37%, Telugu: 27.07%, Urdu: 11.60%
- Q: Urban/rural ratio?
A: Urban: 22.40%; Rural: 77.60%
- Q: Growth rate/history summary?
A: 1901: 332k, 2011: 1.25m, growth 9.23% (2001–2011), massive increase since 1981
- Q: SC/ST population/share?
A: SC: 24.90% (312,565), ST: 12.47% (156,487)
- Q: Key taluks/villages/cities?
A: Bagepalli, Chikkaballapura, Chintamani, Gauribidanur, Gudibanda, Sidlaghatta; 8 towns, 1,513 villages
- Q: Literacy and sex ratio stats?
A: Total: 69.76% (male: 77.75%, female: 61.55%). Sex ratio: 973 district, SC: 983, ST: 977, child: 954
- Q: Child population (0-6)?
A: 132,286 (10.54%)
- Q: Workforce/households?
A: 639,778 workers; 284,698 households; 1,837 houseless
- Q: Major crops and economy?
A: Groundnut, sunflower, ragi, silk, vegetables—primary agro-industrial base
- Q: Historic/temple/cultural facts?
A: Bhoga Nandeeshwara (Nandi), Nandi Hills, Karaga festival, British attacks, Maratha/Wodeyar/Tipu period, Avani temple
- Q: Notable people?
A: Sir M. Visvesvaraya, Tippu Sultan, Kengal Hanumanthaiah, Border Ramanna, Dr. M.C. Modi, J. Narasimhaswamy, R.L. Jalappa