Davanagere District Population 2011–2025: Religion | Density
Quick Overview of Davanagere District Census 2021 & Projections
- District Name: Davanagere
- State: Karnataka
- Area: 5,924 sq.km
- 2021 Projected Population: 2,080,000
- 2025 Projected Population: 2,177,333
- 2026 Projected Population: 2,189,171
- 2036 Projected Population: 2,282,235
- 2011 Census Population: 1,945,497
- Population Growth Rate (2001-2011): 8.63%
- Sex Ratio (2011): 973 females/1000 males
- Child Sex Ratio (0-6): 948 girls/1000 boys
- Density (2011): 328 persons/sq.km
- Urban Population (2011): 32.33% (629,010)
- Rural Population (2011): 67.67% (1,316,487)
- Total Households (2011): 410,176
Historical Population 1901–2011 & Decadal Growth
| Census Year | Population | Growth % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 401,990 | — | 204,000 | 198,000 |
| 1911 | 418,715 | 4.16% | 212,000 | 207,000 |
| 1921 | 390,009 | -6.85% | 199,000 | 191,000 |
| 1931 | 451,392 | 15.74% | 232,000 | 220,000 |
| 1941 | 497,221 | 10.15% | 255,000 | 243,000 |
| 1951 | 584,822 | 17.62% | 299,000 | 286,000 |
| 1961 | 735,937 | 25.84% | 378,000 | 358,000 |
| 1971 | 956,654 | 29.99% | 491,000 | 465,000 |
| 1981 | 1,266,945 | 32.44% | 652,000 | 615,000 |
| 1991 | 1,559,222 | 23.07% | 803,000 | 756,000 |
| 2001 | 1,790,952 | 14.86% | 917,705 | 873,247 |
| 2011 | 1,945,497 | 8.63% | 986,400 | 959,097 |
Population Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2,177,333 | 11.92% | ↑ |
| 2026 | 2,189,171 | 12.53% | 0.61% ↑ |
| 2027 | 2,199,870 | 13.07% | 0.54% ↑ |
| 2028 | 2,210,570 | 13.62% | 0.55% ↑ |
| 2036 | 2,282,235 | 17.31% | 0.42% ↑ |
Religion-Wise Population (2011)
| Religion | Population | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,658,465 | 85.25% |
| Muslim | 265,805 | 13.66% |
| Christian | 5,420 | 0.28% |
| Jain | 6,417 | 0.33% |
| Sikh | 307 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 164 | 0.01% |
| Other | 1,743 | 0.09% |
| Not Stated | 7,176 | 0.37% |
Language Spoken (2011)
- Kannada: 77.27%
- Urdu: 13.87%
- Telugu: 3.03%
- Lambadi: 3.01%
- Marathi: 1.04%
Urban & Rural Population Split (2011)
| Area | Population | Male | Female | Sex Ratio | Child Sex Ratio | Child (0-6) | Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban | 629,010 | 318,133 | 310,877 | 978 | 952 | 69,961 | 84.02% |
| Rural | 1,316,487 | 668,267 | 648,220 | 971 | 946 | 147,770 | 71.77% |
Literacy Rate (2011 & by Religion/Area)
| Category | Avg Literacy | Male Literacy | Female Literacy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75.74% | 82.40% | 68.91% |
| Urban Area | 84.02% | 88.19% | 79.77% |
| Rural Area | 71.77% | 79.63% | 63.69% |
| Hindu | 75.29% | 82.53% | 67.86% |
| Muslim | 77.98% | 81.02% | 74.86% |
| Jain | 92.2% | 95.19% | 89.13% |
SC/ST & Child Population (2011)
- Scheduled Castes (SC): 392,595 (20.18%) — Sex Ratio: 980
- Scheduled Tribes (ST): 233,112 (11.98%) — Sex Ratio: 979
- Child Population (0-6): 217,731 (11.19%)
- Child Sex Ratio (0-6): 948 girls/1000 boys
Households, Density & Workforce
- Total Households (2011): 410,176
- Population Density: 328 persons/sq.km
- Total Workers: 875,207 (44.99%)
- Male Workers: 585,639
- Female Workers: 289,568
- Houseless Families: 298 (Population: 1,175)
Taluks / Subdistricts List
| Taluk Name |
|---|
| Channagiri |
| Davanagere |
| Harapanahalli |
| Harihar |
| Honnali |
| Jagalur |
City List & Major Urban Areas
| City | Population | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davanagere (Municipal Corporation) | 434,971 | 219,776 | 215,195 |
- Total Number of Towns: 8
- Total Number of Villages: 923
Socio-Economic, Education & Industry Facts
- Centre of Karnataka; separated from Chitradurga in 1997
- Backward Region Grant Fund recipient; central plains (Bayaluseeme) and Malnad (hilly) region
- Wind energy industry growing; agricultural, cotton/textiles, oilseeds, maize, paddy
- Notable education centres: Davanagere University, medical/engineering colleges, private institutions, Sainik school
- Historic societies: Maurya, Sathavahana, Kadamba, Chalukya, Nolamba, Ganga, Hoysala, Yadava, Vijayanagara, Adil Shahi, Maratha, Mysore, British
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: What is Davanagere population (2025 projection)?
A: Approximately 2,177,333 - Q: What was Davanagere's sex ratio in 2011?
A: 973 females/1000 males - Q: How is population split urban/rural?
A: Urban: 32.33%, Rural: 67.67% - Q: What is literacy rate in Davanagere?
A: 75.74%; male: 82.40%; female: 68.91% - Q: What is child population and ratio?
A: 217,731 (11.19%); child sex ratio: 948 - Q: SC/ST counts and percent?
A: SC: 20.18%; ST: 11.98% - Q: Which are main languages spoken?
A: Kannada, Urdu, Telugu, Lambadi, Marathi - Q: Major town/city in Davanagere?
A: Davanagere MC (434,971 in 2011) - Q: Economic facts?
A: Agriculture, textiles, education, wind energy