Pathanamthitta District Population 2011–2025: Religion | Literacy | Density | Sex Ratio
Covered 2,652 km², the district of Pathanamthitta in Kerala is largely forested. According to the 2011 census, the population stood at 11.97 lakh which is expected to reach 13.20 lakh by 2036. The density was 452/km². People living in cities constituted 11%, and the primary language was Malayalam. Population is still showing a slow increase, which is consistent with the district being mostly rural and forested.
Quick Overview of District Census 2021 & Projections
- District: Pathanamthitta, Kerala
- Area: 2,652 km2 (~50% forest)
- Coordinates: 9°16′50″N 76°52′11″E
- Population (2011 Census): 1,197,412 (11.97 lakh)
- Population (2021 Projected): 1,160,000 (11.60 lakh)
- Population (2025 Projected): 1,150,000–1,290,370 (11.59–12.90 lakh)
- Population (2036 Projected): 1,320,035 (13.20 lakh)
- Population Density (2011): 452/km2
- Urban population (2011): 131,613 (11%)
- Rural population (2011): 1,065,799 (89%)
- Main language: Malayalam (99.1%)
Historic Census, Growth Rates & Estimates
| Year | Pop. | Variation | % Change | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 276,251 | – | – | 139,000 | 137,000 |
| 1931 | 478,345 | 102,410 | 27.24% | 242,000 | 236,000 |
| 1961 | 888,272 | 169,000 | 23.50% | 442,000 | 447,000 |
| 2001 | 1,234,016 | 45,680 | 3.84% | 589,398 | 644,618 |
| 2011 | 1,197,412 | -36,604 | -2.97% | 561,716 | 635,696 |
| 2025 | 1,290,370 | +7.76% | 606,000 | 684,000 | |
| 2036 | 1,320,035 | +10.24% | 620,946 | 699,015 |
Religion & Caste-wise Population (2011)
| Religion | Population | % |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 681,666 | 56.93% |
| Christian | 456,404 | 38.12% |
| Muslim | 55,074 | 4.6% |
| Sikh | 153 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 150 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 44 | 0.00% |
| Other/not stated | 3,659 | 0.31% |
| Group | Total | % | Male | Female | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC | 164,465 | 13.74% | 78,942 | 85,523 | 1084 |
| ST | 8,108 | 0.68% | 3,947 | 4,161 | 1055 |
Sex Ratio, Child Population & Literacy
- Sex Ratio (2011): 1132 females/1000 males
- Urban Sex Ratio: 1127 | Rural Sex Ratio: 1133
- Sex Ratio by Religion (2011): Hindu 1133; Christian 1135; Muslim 1108
- Child Sex Ratio (0–6 yrs, 2011): 976
- Total child population (0–6 yrs): 96,837 (8.09%)
- Urban child pop: 10,656 | Rural: 86,181
Literacy Rate (2011)
| Category | Average Literacy | Male Literacy | Female Literacy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 96.55% | 97.36% | 95.83% |
| Urban | 96.90% | 97.64% | 96.25% |
| Rural | 96.50% | 97.33% | 95.78% |
| Religion | Average Literacy | Male Literacy | Female Literacy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 95.88% | 96.94% | 94.96% |
| Christian | 97.77% | 98.16% | 97.43% |
| Muslim | 95.03% | 96.72% | 93.52% |
Urban/Rural, Density, Households & Workforce
| Category | Population (%) | Total Population | Male | Female | Sex Ratio | Child Sex Ratio | Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban | 10.99% | 131,613 | 61,896 | 69,717 | 1,127 | 973 | 96.90% |
| Rural | 89.01% | 1,065,799 | 499,820 | 565,979 | 1,133 | 977 | 96.50% |
- Total Households: 322,684 (2011)
- Houseless (2011): 249 families; 426 persons (~0.036%)
- Total workers: 392,794 (32.8%); Male: 281,854 | Female: 110,940
Taluks, Revenue Divisions, Towns & Villages List
- 2 revenue divisions:
- Thiruvalla Division: Thiruvalla, Mallappally, Ranni
- Adoor Division: Kozhencherry, Konni, Adoor
- DISTRICT HQ: Pathanamthitta town
- 4 municipalities: Adoor, Pandalam, Pathanamthitta, Thiruvalla
- 70 revenue villages (see divisions for full list); 64 (site count) villages
- Main towns (talukwise): Thiruvalla, Adoor, Pandalam, Pathanamthitta, Mallappally, Ranni, Kozhencherry, Konni
| Taluk | Main Revenue Villages |
|---|---|
| Thiruvalla | Eraviperoor, Kadapra, Kaviyoor, Kavumbhagom, Koipuram, Kuttappuzha, Kuttoor, Nedumpuram, Niranam, Peringara, Thiruvalla, Thottapuzhassery |
| Mallappally | Anicadu, Ezhumattoor, Kallooppara, Kottangal, Kunnamthanam, Mallappally, Perumpetty, Puramattam, Thelliyoor |
| Ranni | Athikkayam, Ayiroor, Cherukole, Chethakkal, Kollamula, Perunad, Ranni, Ranni-Angadi, Ranni-Pazhavangadi, Vadasserikara |
| Kozhencherry | Aranmula, Chenneerkara, Elanthoor, Kidangannoor, Kozhencherry, Kulanada, Mezhuveli, Naranganam, Omallur, Pathanamthitta |
| Adoor | Adoor, Angadickal, Enadimangalam, Enathu, Erathu, Ezhamkulam, Kadampanad, Kodumon, Kurampala, Pallickal, Pandalam, Pandalam Thekkekara, Peringanadu, Thumpamon |
| Konni | Ayravon, Aruvappulam, Chittar, Kalanjoor, Konni, Konnithazham, Koodal, Malayalappuzha, Mylapra, Pramadom, Seethathodu, Thannithode, Vallicode, Vallicode-Kottayam |
- 4 towns (municipalities): Pathanamthitta, Thiruvalla, Adoor, Pandalam
- Major block/gram panchayats: 9 blocks, 57 grama panchayats
Languages Spoken
- Malayalam (99.13%)
- Tamil (minority, some urban areas)
Rivers, Geography & Forests
- Pamba River (176 km, 3rd longest in Kerala), Achankovil (128 km), Manimala (90 km), small Kallada river section
- Forest area: 1,385 km2 (evergreen, semi-evergreen, moist deciduous)
- Major hills: Devarmala, Western Ghats, Charalkunnu
Education, Transport & Institutions
- Colleges: N.S.S. College Pandalam, Marthoma College Thiruvalla, Pathanamthitta College of Engineering, Sree Buddha College of Engineering, Govt. polytechnic/arts/science/teacher training institutes
- Transport: National Highways 183, 183A, State Highways 1, 7, 9; Railway: Tiruvalla (main station), road to Kottayam/Changanassery/Chengannur
- Nearest airports: Thiruvananthapuram, Cochin
Key Tourism & Places
- Sabarimala temple (largest pilgrimage), Aranmula boat race & metal mirror, Parthasarathi temple, Cherukolpuzha Hindu convention, Maramon convention
- St. George Orthodox Churches (Mylapra, Chandanapally, Niranam), Parumala Seminary, Manjinikkara Monastery
- Vembu Lake/Sanctuary, Perunthenaruvi falls, Kakki/Moozhyar dam, Konni Elephant Training Center, Charalkunnu hill station
FAQs
- Q: What is the population of Pathanamthitta in 2025?
A: Around 11.59–12.90 lakh as various projections indicate. - Q: What is the sex ratio in Pathanamthitta?
A: 1132 overall (2011), one of the highest in Kerala. - Q: What is the literacy rate?
A: 96.55% as per 2011 census. - Q: Religion/caste share?
A: Hindu 57%, Christian 38%, Muslim 5%; SC 13.7%, ST 0.7% (2011). - Q: Urban/rural split?
A: Urban: 11%; Rural: 89%. - Q: Household count?
A: 322,684 (2011) - Q: Major towns/cities?
A: Pathanamthitta, Thiruvalla, Adoor, Pandalam, Kozhencherry, Mallappally, Ranni, Konni - Q: Scheduled Caste/Tribe stats?
A: SC: 13.74% | ST: 0.68% | Sex ratios: 1084 (SC) & 1055 (ST) - Q: Major rivers?
A: Pamba, Achankovil, Manimala - Q: Main language?
A: Malayalam - Q: Major festivals/attractions?
A: Sabarimala, Maramon convention, Aranmula boat race, Cherukolpuzha convention