Kozhikode
District in KERALA
As of 2026 estimates, Kozhikode population is projected to be N/A, showing a N/A% growth since the 2011 Census. The district has a literacy rate of N/A% and a sex ratio of 1098.
Kozhikode District of KERALA has a total population of 30,86,293 as per the Census 2011. Out of which 14,70,942 are males while 16,15,351 are females. The district has a total literacy rate of N/A%. The entire district extends over an area of N/A.
- 👥 Total Population
- 30,86,293
- ⚖️ Sex Ratio
- 1098
per 1000 males
Compare with Census 2001
See how Kozhikode has changed over the decade
👶 Child Population (0-6 years)
Children aged 0-6 years constitute 10.88% of the total population. The child sex ratio is 969 girls per 1000 boys, which is lower than the overall district sex ratio of 1098.
Total Children
3,35,645
10.88% of population
Boys
1,70,429
50.8%
Girls
1,65,216
49.2%
Child Sex Ratio
969
girls per 1000 boys
Religion Breakdown
What is the demographics & social profile of Kozhikode?
The text sex ratio of Kozhikode stands at 1098 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 N/A%. Male literacy stands at 97.42% while female literacy is at 92.99%, showing a gender gap of 4.43%.
The Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 6.45% while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 0.49% of total population in Kozhikode.
What is the workforce statistics of Kozhikode?
Out of the total population of 30,86,293, 9,48,981 are engaged in work or business activity. This constitutes 30.75% of the total population. Of the total workforce, 79.47% are Main Workers (employed for more than 6 months), while the remaining 20.53% are Marginal Workers.
- Main Workers
- 7,54,187
- Marginal Workers
- 1,94,794
- Non-Workers
- 21,37,312
Full-time employment
Part-time / Seasonal
Dependents / Students
Talukas / Tehsils
What is the sex ratio of Kozhikode?
Population breakdown: 14,70,942 males (47.7%) and 16,15,351 females (52.3%) out of 30,86,293 total population.
What is the literacy rate of Kozhikode?
Literacy rate for District is % out of 26,15,443 total literate population.
How does male vs female literacy compare in Kozhikode?
Literacy rates: Male 97.42%, Female 92.99%, Overall %. Gender gap is 4.4%.
Other Districts in KERALA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Kozhikode district in KERALA?
Kozhikode district in KERALA has a total population of 30,86,293 as per Census 2011. The district comprises 14,70,942 males and 16,15,351 females.
What is the literacy rate of Kozhikode district?
The overall literacy rate of Kozhikode district is N/A%. Male literacy is 97.42% and female literacy is 92.99%.
What is the sex ratio in Kozhikode district?
The sex ratio in Kozhikode district is 1098 females per 1000 males. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.
What is the child population of Kozhikode district?
Kozhikode district has 3,35,645 children aged 0-6 years. Of these, 1,70,429 are boys and 1,65,216 are girls. The child sex ratio is 969 girls per 1000 boys.
What is the workforce participation in Kozhikode district?
Out of the total population of 30,86,293, 9,48,981 people (30.7%) are engaged in work activities in Kozhikode 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.