Kozhikode (Calicut), Kerala, is a district with an area of 2, 345 km². In 2021, the population was projected to be 3, 270, 000, which is expected to increase to around 3, 332, 000 by 2025. The district had 3, 086, 000 people in 2011. With a density of 1, 316/km², the district is ranked 115th in India. The urban population is 67.15%. 99.05% of the people speak Malayalam.
Quick Overview of Kozhikode District Census 2021 & Projections
- District: Kozhikode (Calicut), Kerala
- Area: 2,345 km2
- Coordinates: 11°15′N 75°46′E
- Population (2021 projected): 3,270,000 (32.7 Lakhs)
- Population (2025 projected): 3,325,888 - 3,320,000 (33.25-33.32 Lakhs)
- Population (2011 census): 3,086,293 (30.86 Lakhs)
- Population (2001 census): 2,879,131 (28.79 Lakhs)
- Ranks 115th in India by population (2011)
- Density: 1,316 people/km2
- 67.15% lives in urban areas (2011)
- Main language: Malayalam (99.05%)
Population Growth & Historic Data
| Year | Population | Variation | % Change | Male | Female |
| 1901 | 610,058 | — | — | 304,000 | 306,000 |
| 1961 | 1,403,413 | 286,892 | 25.7% | 699,000 | 704,000 |
| 1971 | 1,821,734 | 418,321 | 29.8% | 909,000 | 913,000 |
| 1981 | 2,245,265 | 423,531 | 23.2% | 1,111,000 | 1,134,000 |
| 1991 | 2,619,941 | 374,676 | 16.7% | 1,293,000 | 1,327,000 |
| 2001 | 2,879,131 | 259,190 | 9.89% | 1,399,358 | 1,479,773 |
| 2011 | 3,086,293 | 207,162 | 7.20% | 1,470,942 | 1,615,351 |
| 2025 (proj) | 3,325,888 | 239,595 | 7.76% | 1,587,000 | 1,739,000 |
Sex Ratio & Literacy Rate
- Sex Ratio (2011): 1099 females per 1000 males
- Sex Ratio (2025 projection): ~1099 (stable)
- Child Sex Ratio (0-6 years, 2011): 969 females per 1000 males
- Literacy Rate (2011): 95.08% (Total), Male: 97.42%, Female: 92.99%
- Literacy Rate (2021 proj): ~95.2%
| Category | Average Literacy | Male | Female |
| Total Population | 95.08% | 97.42% | 92.99% |
| Urban | 95.38% | 97.55% | 93.45% |
| Rural | 94.47% | 97.16% | 92.04% |
Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Population (2011) | % |
| Hindu | 1,734,958 | 56.21% |
| Muslim | 1,211,131 | 39.24% |
| Christian | 131,516 | 4.26% |
| Jain | 601 | 0.02% |
| Sikh | 297 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 235 | 0.01% |
| Other/Not Stated | 7,555 | 0.25% |
| Religion | Sex Ratio | Avg Literacy | Male Literacy | Female Literacy |
| Hindu | 1071 | 95.24% | 97.64% | 93.02% |
| Muslim | 1146 | 94.50% | 96.92% | 92.44% |
| Christian | 1044 | 98.18% | 98.6% | 97.77% |
City, Subdistrict (Taluk), and Village List
Cities (Urban Agglomerations)
| City | Population | Male | Female |
|---|
| Kozhikode UA | 2,028,399 | 964,960 | 1,063,439 |
| Kozhikode (Municipal Corporation) | 431,560 | 206,157 | 225,403 |
| Koyilandy | 71,873 | ? | ? |
| Feroke | 54,074 | ? | ? |
| Payyoli | 49,470 | ? | ? |
| Koduvally | 48,687 | ? | ? |
| Mukkam | 40,670 | ? | ? |
| Ramanattukara | 35,937 | ? | ? |
Taluks/Subdistricts
| Taluk | Area (km2) | Population (2011) | Villages |
| Kozhikode | 547 | 1,354,107 | 39 |
| Koyilandy | 642 | 645,879 | 31 |
| Thamarassery | 574 | 401,831 | 20 |
| Vatakara | 576 | 687,726 | 28 |
- Total Villages: 118 (2011), Confirmed: 51
- Total Towns: 51 (Municipalities, Census Towns)
Urban/Rural, Households & Density
| Category |
Population |
% |
Male |
Female |
Sex Ratio |
Child Sex Ratio |
Literacy % |
| Urban |
2,072,572 |
67.15% |
986,158 |
1,086,414 |
1102 |
971 |
95.38 |
| Rural |
1,013,721 |
32.85% |
484,784 |
528,937 |
1092 |
967 |
94.47 |
- Total Households: 697,710
Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST) Data
| Group | Total | % | Male | Female | Sex Ratio |
| SC | 199,191 | 6.45% | 97,279 | 101,912 | 1048 |
| ST | 15,228 | 0.49% | 7,429 | 7,799 | 1050 |
Child Population (Age 0-6)
- Total: 335,645 (10.88% of population)
- Male: 170,429 | Female: 165,216
- Child sex ratio: 969 girls per 1000 boys
- Urban: 221,043 | Rural: 114,602
Languages Spoken
- Malayalam: 99.05% (majority)
- Other languages: Tamil, Hindi (minority, mostly in urban areas)
Workforce Overview
- Total workers: 948,981 (30.75%)
- Male workers: 752,333
- Female workers: 196,648
Climate Data
| Month | Max °C | Min °C | Rainfall mm |
| Jan | 31.6 | 22 | 2.7 |
| May | 32.4 | 25.8 | 310.9 |
| Jun | 29.4 | 24 | 818.2 |
| Jul | 28.4 | 23.5 | 902.5 |
| Year Avg | 30.9 | 23.8 | 3265.1 |
- Avg rainfall: 3,266 mm/year
- Highest temperature: 39.4°C (March 1975)
- Lowest: 14°C (Dec 1975)
Full Subdistrict/Taluk, City and Village List
- ◆ Kozhikode Taluk: Kozhikode, Kadalundi, Feroke, Ramanattukara, Mukkam, Kunnamangalam, Beypore ...
- ◆ Vatakara Taluk: Vadakara, Nadapuram, Kuttiady, Chorode, Eramala, Vanimal, Azhiyur ...
- ◆ Koyilandy Taluk: Koyilandi, Chemancheri, Ulliyeri, Balussery, Perambra ...
- ◆ Thamarassery Taluk: Thamarassery, Thiruvambady, Koodaranji, Koduvally, Kodencheri ...
- For full list: See Kerala census sources
FAQs
- Q: What is the projected population of Kozhikode in 2025?
A: About 3.32 lakh people (33.3 lakhs) projected.
- Q: What is the literacy rate in Kozhikode?
A: 95.08% (2011 census), projected 95.2% (2021)
- Q: Major religions in Kozhikode district?
A: Hindu (56.2%), Muslim (39.2%), Christian (4.3%).
- Q: Urban vs Rural split?
A: Urban 67%, Rural 33%. Kozhikode is highly urbanized.
- Q: SC and ST population proportion?
A: SC: 6.45%, ST: 0.49% of total population.
- Q: Sex ratio in Kozhikode?
A: About 1099 females per 1000 males.
- Q: Number of villages and towns?
A: 51 towns, 51 villages in district.
- Q: Primary language spoken?
A: Malayalam (over 99%).
- Q: Major cities/towns?
A: Kozhikode, Koyilandy, Vadakara, Feroke, Payyoli, Koduvally, Mukkam, Ramanattukara.
- Q: Child population (0-6 years)?
A: 335,645 (10.88% total population).
- Q: What are the main taluks/subdistricts?
A: Kozhikode, Koyilandy, Vadakara, Thamarassery.