Solapur
District in MAHARASHTRA
As of 2026 estimates, Solapur 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 938.
Solapur District of MAHARASHTRA has a total population of 43,17,756 as per the Census 2011. Out of which 22,27,852 are males while 20,89,904 are females. The district has a total literacy rate of N/A%. The entire district extends over an area of N/A.
- 👥 Total Population
- 43,17,756
- ⚖️ Sex Ratio
- 938
per 1000 males
Compare with Census 2001
See how Solapur has changed over the decade
👶 Child Population (0-6 years)
Children aged 0-6 years constitute 12.47% of the total population. The child sex ratio is 883 girls per 1000 boys, which is lower than the overall district sex ratio of 938.
Total Children
5,38,453
12.47% of population
Boys
2,85,879
53.1%
Girls
2,52,574
46.9%
Child Sex Ratio
883
girls per 1000 boys
⚠️ Below national average
📊 Population Density
Solapur district has a population density of 290 persons per sq. km, which is below the national average of 382. The district covers a total area of 14,895 sq. km.
Density
290
per sq. km
Total Area
14,895
sq. km
Total Population
43,17,756
Census 2011
Density Comparison
Religion Breakdown
What is the demographics & social profile of Solapur?
The text sex ratio of Solapur stands at 938 females per 1000 males. This is lower than the national average of 940. In terms of literacy, the district has reflected a growth, currently standing at N/A%. Male literacy stands at 85.03% while female literacy is at 68.55%, showing a gender gap of 16.48%.
The Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 15.05% while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 1.80% of total population in Solapur.
What is the workforce statistics of Solapur?
Out of the total population of 43,17,756, 18,98,395 are engaged in work or business activity. This constitutes 43.97% of the total population. Of the total workforce, 92.88% are Main Workers (employed for more than 6 months), while the remaining 7.12% are Marginal Workers.
- Main Workers
- 17,63,175
- Marginal Workers
- 1,35,220
- Non-Workers
- 24,19,361
Full-time employment
Part-time / Seasonal
Dependents / Students
Talukas / Tehsils
Karmala
Population: 2,54,489
Madha
Population: 3,24,027
Barshi
Population: 3,72,711
Solapur North
Population: 10,57,352
Mohol
Population: 2,76,920
Pandharpur
Population: 4,42,368
Malshiras
Population: 4,85,645
Sangole
Population: 3,22,845
Mangalvedhe
Population: 2,05,932
Solapur South
Population: 2,60,897
Akkalkot
Population: 3,14,570
What is the sex ratio of Solapur?
Population breakdown: 22,27,852 males (51.6%) and 20,89,904 females (48.4%) out of 43,17,756 total population.
What is the literacy rate of Solapur?
Literacy rate for District is % out of 29,10,676 total literate population.
How does male vs female literacy compare in Solapur?
Literacy rates: Male 85.03%, Female 68.55%, Overall %. Gender gap is 16.5%.
Other Districts in MAHARASHTRA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Solapur district in MAHARASHTRA?
Solapur district in MAHARASHTRA has a total population of 43,17,756 as per Census 2011. The district comprises 22,27,852 males and 20,89,904 females.
What is the literacy rate of Solapur district?
The overall literacy rate of Solapur district is N/A%. Male literacy is 85.03% and female literacy is 68.55%.
What is the sex ratio in Solapur district?
The sex ratio in Solapur district is 938 females per 1000 males. This is below the national average.
What is the child population of Solapur district?
Solapur district has 5,38,453 children aged 0-6 years. Of these, 2,85,879 are boys and 2,52,574 are girls. The child sex ratio is 883 girls per 1000 boys.
What is the population density of Solapur district?
Solapur district has a population density of 290 persons per square kilometer. The district covers a total area of 14,895 sq. km.
What is the workforce participation in Solapur district?
Out of the total population of 43,17,756, 18,98,395 people (44.0%) are engaged in work activities in Solapur 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.