Raichur District Population 2011–2025: Religion | Density
Quick Overview of Raichur District Census 2021 & Projections
- District Name: Raichur
- State: Karnataka
- Area: 8,442 sq.km
- 2021 Projected Population: 2,180,000
- 2025 Projected Population: 2,260,000
- 2026 Projected Population: 2,270,000
- 2036 Projected Population: 2,262,662
- 2011 Census Population: 1,928,812
- Population Growth Rate (2001-2011): 15.51%
- Sex Ratio (2011): 1000 females/1000 males (district), 989 urban, 1004 rural
- Child Sex Ratio (0-6): 950 girls/1000 boys
- Density (2011): 228 persons/sq.km
- Urban Population (2011): 25.42% (490,348)
- Rural Population (2011): 74.58% (1,438,464)
- Total Households (2011): 363,853
Historical Population (1901–2011) and Decadal Growth
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 446,375 | — | — | 224,000 | 222,000 |
| 1911 | 479,298 | +32,923 | +7.4% | 242,000 | 237,000 |
| 1921 | 433,341 | -45,957 | -9.6% | 220,000 | 214,000 |
| 1931 | 453,788 | +20,447 | +4.7% | 229,000 | 225,000 |
| 1941 | 500,719 | +46,931 | +11.7% | 254,000 | 246,000 |
| 1951 | 531,540 | +30,821 | +6.2% | 265,000 | 266,000 |
| 1961 | 634,097 | +102,557 | +19.3% | 318,000 | 316,000 |
| 1971 | 803,812 | +169,715 | +26.8% | 406,000 | 398,000 |
| 1981 | 1,035,600 | +231,788 | +28.8% | 521,000 | 515,000 |
| 1991 | 1,351,809 | +316,209 | +30.5% | 683,000 | 669,000 |
| 2001 | 1,669,762 | +317,953 | +23.5% | 841,840 | 827,922 |
| 2011 | 1,928,812 | +259,050 | +15.5% | 964,511 | 964,301 |
Population Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2,260,000 | 11.92% | ↑ |
| 2026 | 2,270,000 | 12.53% | 0.61% ↑ |
| 2036 | 2,262,662 | 17.31% | 0.42% ↑ |
Religion-Wise Population (2011)
| Religion | Population | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,634,062 | 84.72% |
| Muslim | 272,022 | 14.10% |
| Christian | 10,394 | 0.54% |
| Sikh | 538 | 0.03% |
| Buddhist | 2,265 | 0.12% |
| Jain | 4,156 | 0.22% |
| Others/Not Stated | 5,375 | 0.31% |
Language Spoken (2011)
- Kannada: 86.87%
- Telugu: 8.11%
- Lambadi: 1.79%
- Hindi: 1.75%
Urban & Rural Population, Sex Ratio & Child Stats (2011)
| Area | Population | Male | Female | Sex Ratio | Child Sex Ratio | Child (0-6) | Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban | 490,348 | 246,539 | 243,809 | 989 | 949 | 63,929 | 75.12% |
| Rural | 1,438,464 | 717,972 | 720,492 | 1004 | 951 | 219,804 | 54.11% |
Literacy Rate (2011 & by Religion/Area)
| Category | Avg Literacy | Male Literacy | Female Literacy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59.56% | 70.47% | 48.73% |
| Urban Area | 75.12% | 83.10% | 67.10% |
| Rural Area | 54.11% | 66.01% | 42.37% |
| Hindu | 58.13% | 69.42% | 46.97% |
| Muslim | 66.88% | 75.76% | 57.87% |
| Christian | 75.87% | 82.71% | 69.27% |
SC/ST & Child Population (2011)
- Scheduled Castes (SC): 400,933 (20.79%) — Sex Ratio: 1002
- Scheduled Tribes (ST): 367,071 (19.03%) — Sex Ratio: 1016
- Child Population (0-6): 283,733 (14.71%)
- Child Sex Ratio (0-6): 950 girls/1000 boys
Households, Density & Workforce
- Total Households (2011): 363,853
- Population Density: 228 persons/sq.km
- Total Workers: 903,413 (46.84%)
- Male Workers: 530,373
- Female Workers: 373,040
- Houseless Families: 421 (Population: 1,726)
Taluks/Subdistricts List
| Taluk Name |
|---|
| Raichur |
| Devadurga |
| Sindhanur |
| Manvi |
| Maski |
| Sirwar |
| Lingsugur |
City List & Major Urban Areas
| City | Population | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raichur (Municipal Council) | 234,073 | 117,657 | 116,416 |
- Total Number of Towns: 9
- Total Number of Villages: 884
Socio-Economic, Education, Industry & Culture
- Economy: Paddy/rice ("rice bowl of Karnataka"), cotton, sugarcane, horticulture, gold mining (Hatti Gold Mines), power generation (Raichur Thermal Power Station, Yaramaras Thermal Power Station)
- Backward Regions Grant Fund recipient
- Irrigated by Krishna & Tungabhadra rivers
- Historic: Ancient Mauryan, Satavahana, Chalukya, Rashtrakuta, Kakatiya, Vijayanagara, Bahmani, Adil Shahi, Nizam, British, Karnataka after 1956
- Major historic sites: Raichur Fort (1294), Maski (Ashokan edict), Mudgal Fort, Anegundi, Kallur copper hoard, sanctuaries, temples
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: What is Raichur population in 2025 (est)?
A: 2,260,000 (22.6 lakh) - Q: What was Raichur sex ratio in 2011?
A: 1000 overall, 989 urban, 1004 rural - Q: How is population urban/rural split?
A: Urban: 25.42%, Rural: 74.58% - Q: What is Raichur literacy rate?
A: 59.56% avg, 70.47% male, 48.73% female - Q: What are the main religions?
A: Hindu (84.72%), Muslim (14.10%), Christian (0.54%) - Q: Which languages are spoken most?
A: Kannada (86.87%), Telugu (8.11%), Lambadi, Hindi - Q: SC/ST share and data?
A: SC: 20.79%; ST: 19.03% of population - Q: Major towns/cities?
A: Raichur, Sindhanur, Manvi, Lingsugur, Maski, etc. - Q: What is Raichur best known for?
A: Paddy/rice, forts, Hatti Gold Mines, rivers, culture