Dakshina Kannada
District in Karnataka
As of 2026 estimates, Dakshina Kannada population is projected to be N/A, showing a N/A% growth since the 2011 Census. The district has a literacy rate of 88.57% and a sex ratio of 1020.
Dakshina Kannada District of Karnataka has a total population of 20,89,649 as per the Census 2011. Out of which 10,34,714 are males while 10,54,935 are females. In 2011 there were total 9,96,086 families residing in urban areas while 10,93,563 families were living in rural areas. The district population is mostly Rural, with 52.33% living in rural areas and 47.67% in urban areas. The district has a total literacy rate of 88.57%. The entire district extends over an area of N/A.
- 👥 Total Population
- 20,89,649
- 📚 Literacy Rate
- 88.57%
- ⚖️ Sex Ratio
- 1020
- 🏙️ Urbanization
- 47.7%
per 1000 males
Urban Population
Compare with Census 2001
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What is the demographics & social profile of Dakshina Kannada?
The text sex ratio of Dakshina Kannada stands at 1020 females per 1000 males. This is comparable to or better than the national average. In terms of literacy, the district has reflected a growth, currently standing at 88.57%.
The Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 7.09% while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 3.94% of total population in Dakshina Kannada.
What is the workforce statistics of Dakshina Kannada?
Out of the total population of 20,89,649, 9,97,721 are engaged in work or business activity. This constitutes 47.75% of the total population. Of the total workforce, 91.66% are Main Workers (employed for more than 6 months), while the remaining 8.34% are Marginal Workers.
- Main Workers
- 9,14,476
- Marginal Workers
- 83,245
- Non-Workers
- 10,91,928
Full-time employment
Part-time / Seasonal
Dependents / Students
Talukas / Tehsils
What is the sex ratio of Dakshina Kannada?
Population breakdown: 10,34,714 males (49.5%) and 10,54,935 females (50.5%) out of 20,89,649 total population.
What is the literacy rate of Dakshina Kannada?
Literacy rate for District is 88.57% out of 16,66,323 total literate population.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka?
Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka has a total population of 20,89,649 as per Census 2011. The district comprises 10,34,714 males and 10,54,935 females.
What is the literacy rate of Dakshina Kannada district?
The overall literacy rate of Dakshina Kannada district is 88.57%. Male literacy is N/A% and female literacy is N/A%.
What is the sex ratio in Dakshina Kannada district?
The sex ratio in Dakshina Kannada district is 1020 females per 1000 males. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.
Is Dakshina Kannada district urban or rural?
Dakshina Kannada district has 47.7% urban population and 52.3% rural population. The district is predominantly rural in nature.
What is the workforce participation in Dakshina Kannada district?
Out of the total population of 20,89,649, 9,97,721 people (47.7%) are engaged in work activities in Dakshina Kannada district.
Sources & Methodology
Primary Data: Census 2011, Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India.
2026 Projections: Estimated using linear growth extrapolation from 2001-2011 data. View our Methodology Page for details.