The Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu had a population of 3998252 approx. in 2011 and it is expected to grow steadily to reach a population of 4283728 by 2025. It has an area of 4483 sq km and population density of 892 persons per sq km. The sex ratio is close to 986 females per 1000 males and the literacy rate is around 84.49. The child sex ratio is 958 girls per 1000 boys. The major religion Hindu 88.47% and Tamil is the main language spoken by most people. The district population is 2538336 urban and 1459916 rural, and Hindu accounts for 88.47% of the total population. There are a total of 1006245 households in the district.
Quick Overview of District Census 2021
| Particular |
Value |
Details |
| District Name | Kancheepuram | Tamil Nadu |
| Population | 3998252 | 2011 census count |
| Projected Population | 4283728 | 2025 estimate |
| Area | 4483 sq km | District land area |
| Density | 892 | Persons per sq km |
| Sex Ratio | 986 | Females per 1000 males |
| Literacy Rate | 84.49% | Total literacy |
| Households | 1006245 | Total households |
Historic Census Data
| Year |
Population |
Growth |
| 2001 | 2877468 | 19.15% |
| 2011 | 3998252 | 38.95% |
Population Projections
| Year |
Projected Population |
Growth Since 2011 |
| 2025 | 4283728 | 7.14% |
| 2026 | 4283728 | 7.14% |
| 2027 | 4289634 | 7.29% |
| 2036 | 4308897 | 7.77% |
Demographics and Literacy
| Particular |
Value |
Details |
| Male Population | 2012958 | 2011 |
| Female Population | 1985294 | 2011 |
| Male Literacy | 89.89% | 2011 |
| Female Literacy | 79.02% | 2011 |
| Child Population (0-6) | 431574 | 220341 boys and 211233 girls |
| Child Sex Ratio | 958 | Girls per 1000 boys |
Religion and Social Data
| Religion |
Percentage |
Population |
| Hindu | 88.47% | 3537399 |
| Muslim | 4.35% | 173785 |
| Christian | 6.42% | 256762 |
| Sikh | 0.04% | 1620 |
| Buddhist | 0.02% | 990 |
| Jain | 0.12% | 4962 |
| Others | 0.02% | 756 |
| Not Stated | 0.55% | 21978 |
Urban and Rural Data
| Area Type |
Population |
Share |
| Urban | 2538336 | 63.49% |
| Rural | 1459916 | 36.51% |
Workforce and Households
| Work Category |
Count |
Details |
| Total Workers | 1673814 | All workers combined |
| Cultivators | 74761 | Main workers |
| Agricultural Labourers | 162494 | Main workers |
| Household Industry Workers | 41149 | Main workers |
| Other Workers | 1088974 | Main workers |
| Marginal Workers | 306436 | Marginal work force |
| Households | 1006245 | Total households |
Taluks and Administrative Divisions
| Division |
Count |
Details |
| Taluks | 13 | Total taluks in district |
| Sub-District | 1 | Kancheepuram |
| City List | 1 | Kancheepuram |
| Town List | 1 | Kancheepuram urban area |
| Villages | Available in district handbook | Complete count not stated here |
Area and Density
| Particular |
Value |
Details |
| Area | 4483 sq km | District area |
| Density | 892 | Persons per sq km |
| Urban Share | 63.49% | Major urban district |
| Rural Share | 36.51% | Village population |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the total population of Kancheepuram? 3998252 in 2011.
- What is the sex ratio in the district? 986 females per 1000 males.
- What is the literacy rate here? 84.49%.
- How many households are there? 1006245 households.
- Is the district more urban or rural? It is more urban.