Koppal district of Karnataka covers an area of 5,570 sq.km with the population projections for 2021 being 15.8 lakhs which is further expected to rise to 16.5 lakhs by 2026. The decade 2001-2011 saw a growth of 16.21%. The sex ratio in 2011 was 986 females per 1000 males with the proportion of the urban population being 17%. The density of the population was 250 persons per sq.km and the district was predominantly rural.
Quick Overview of Koppal District Census 2021 & Projections
- District Name: Koppal
- State: Karnataka
- Area: 5,570 sq.km
- 2021 Projected Population: 1,580,000
- 2025 Projected Population: 1,640,000
- 2026 Projected Population: 1,650,000
- 2036 Projected Population: 1,630,495
- 2011 Census Population: 1,389,920 (13.9 lakh)
- Population Growth Rate (2001–2011): 16.21%
- Sex Ratio (2011): 986 females/1000 males (urban: 998, rural: 983)
- Child Sex Ratio (0-6): 958 girls/1000 boys
- Density (2011): 250 persons/sq.km
- Urban Population (2011): 16.81% (233,704)
- Rural Population (2011): 83.19% (1,156,216)
- Total Households (2011): 264,595
Historic Population (1901–2011) & Growth
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Growth % | Male | Female |
| 1901 | 284,184 | - | - | 1,43,000 | 1,42,000 |
| 1911 | 305,145 | +20,961 | +7.38% | 1,54,000 | 1,51,000 |
| 1921 | 290,083 | -15,062 | -4.94% | 1,47,000 | 1,43,000 |
| 1931 | 317,262 | +27,179 | +9.37% | 1,60,000 | 1,57,000 |
| 1941 | 355,851 | +38,589 | +12.16% | 1,81,000 | 1,75,000 |
| 1951 | 421,043 | +65,192 | +18.32% | 2,14,000 | 2,07,000 |
| 1961 | 465,545 | +44,502 | +10.57% | 2,36,000 | 2,30,000 |
| 1971 | 611,928 | +1,46,383 | +31.44% | 3,09,000 | 3,03,000 |
| 1981 | 748,222 | +1,36,294 | +22.27% | 3,76,000 | 3,72,000 |
| 1991 | 958,078 | +2,09,856 | +28.05% | 4,84,000 | 4,74,000 |
| 2001 | 1,196,089 | +2,38,011 | +24.84% | 6,03,312 | 5,92,777 |
| 2011 | 1,389,920 | +1,93,831 | +16.21% | 6,99,926 | 6,89,994 |
Population Projections (2025–2036)
| Year | Projected Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
| 2025 | 1,640,000 | 11.92% | ↑ |
| 2026 | 1,650,000 | 12.53% | 0.61% |
| 2027 | 1,650,000 | 13.07% | 0.54% |
| 2028 | 1,660,000 | 13.62% | 0.55% |
| 2029 | 1,670,000 | 14.17% | 0.55% |
| 2036 | 1,630,495 | 17.31% | 0.42% |
Religion-Wise Population (2011)
| Religion | Population | Percent |
|---|
| Hindu | 1,218,024 | 87.63% |
| Muslim | 161,770 | 11.64% |
| Christian | 4,081 | 0.29% |
| Jain | 2,898 | 0.21% |
| Sikh | 296 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 85 | 0.01% |
| Others | 461 | 0.03% |
| Not Stated | 2,305 | 0.17% |
Urban & Rural Population, Sex Ratio, and Child Stats (2011)
| Area | Population | Male | Female | Sex Ratio | Child Sex Ratio | Child (0-6) | Literacy Rate |
| Urban |
233,704 |
116,968 |
116,736 |
998 |
973 |
31,104 |
78.03% |
| Rural |
1,156,216 |
582,958 |
573,258 |
983 |
955 |
170,550 |
66.05% |
Literacy Rate (2011, by Gender, Area, Religion)
| Category | Avg Literacy | Male Literacy | Female Literacy |
|---|
| Total | 68.09% | 78.54% | 57.55% |
| Urban | 78.03% | 85.48% | 70.59% |
| Rural | 66.05% | 77.12% | 54.85% |
| Hindu | 67.71% | 78.39% | 56.94% |
| Muslim | 70.27% | 79.26% | 61.20% |
| Christian | 71.7% | 77.11% | 66.33% |
| Jain | 92.1% | 95.34% | 88.5% |
SC/ST & Child Population (2011)
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 258,608 (18.61%), Sex Ratio: 1000
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 164,271 (11.82%), Sex Ratio: 985
- Child Population (0–6): 201,654 (14.51%)
- Child Sex Ratio (0–6): 958 girls/1000 boys
Sex Ratio by Area/Religion (2011)
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|
| Total Population | 986 |
| Urban | 999 |
| Rural | 984 |
| Hindu | 986 |
| Muslim | 989 |
| Christian | 1013 |
| Jain | 920 |
Language Data (2011)
- Kannada: 84.09%
- Urdu: 7.34%
- Telugu: 4.17%
- Lambadi: 1.64%
- Hindi: 1.44%
Workforce & Households
- Total Workers: 654,766 (47.11%)
- Male Workers: 387,974
- Female Workers: 266,792
- Total Households: 264,595
- Houseless Population: 887 (216 families)
City, Taluk, Village List
- Main Cities/Towns: Gangawati, Koppal, Kushtagi, Yelburga, Kanakagiri, Karatagi, Kuknoor (per Wiki)
- Total Towns: 5
- Total Villages: 629
| Taluk Name |
|---|
| Gangawati |
| Koppal |
| Kushtagi |
| Yelburga |
| Kanakagiri |
| Kuknoor |
| Karatagi |
| City/Town | Population | Male | Female |
| Gangawati (UA) |
114,642 |
57,230 |
57,412 |
| Gangawati (MC - city) |
105,529 |
52,689 |
52,840 |
Historical/Cultural/Economic/Tourist Facts
- Famous for Chalukyan temples (Itagi Mahadeva, Navalinga Kuknur, Kanakagiri), ancient Jain holy sites, Hampi (UNESCO)
- History: Chalukya, Rashtrakuta, Shilahara, Maratha, British periods; Koppal district formed from Raichur 1997
- Major crops: paddy, wheat, jowar, bajra, cotton, sunflower, oilseeds, pulses
- Tourism: Mahadeva temple Itagi ("Emperor among temples"), Hampi, Anegundi, Kanakagiri, Navalinga, Ranganatha Swami Kuknoor
- Household crafts: Kinhal lacquerware
- Industries: Stone, soapstone, handicrafts, agriculture
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: What is Koppal's population (2021/2025/2036)?
A: 2021: 1,580,000; 2025: 1,640,000; 2036: 1,630,495
- Q: Sex/child sex ratio (2011)?
A: 986 females/1000 males; child: 958
- Q: Urban/rural split?
A: Urban: 16.81%; Rural: 83.19%
- Q: Major religions?
A: Hindu (87.63%), Muslim (11.64%), others (see table)
- Q: What are the largest SC/ST groups?
A: SC: 18.61%, ST: 11.82%
- Q: What is literacy rate (total/area/gender/religion)?
A: 68.09% (total); 78.54% (male); 57.55% (female); urban: 78.03%; rural: 66.05%
- Q: Main cities, taluks, villages?
A: Gangawati, Koppal, Kushtagi, Yelburga, Kanakagiri, Kuknoor, Karatagi; 629 villages
- Q: Languages mostly spoken?
A: Kannada, Urdu, Telugu, Lambadi, Hindi
- Q: Economic & tourism facts?
A: Mahadeva/Chalukya & Jain temples, paddy/wheat, Kinhal crafts, Hampi, Itagi, Anegundi, handicrafts/agriculture