Malavalli Population Data
Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.
Live Estimate
Malavalli Population 2026
2,85,421 (Estimated)
Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.
Next Census 2027
2,85,540
Projected Estimate
Methodology: Population projections are calculated using an annual compound growth rate of 0.05% derived from Census 2001-2011 data. The formula used is P × (1 + r/100)^(Y - 2011), where P is the 2011 population and r is the growth rate.
Census 2011 Data
Officialper 1000 Males
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Child (0-6) Stats
Future Generation • 9.6% of total pop
Child Sex Ratio 928
Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)
Boys 14,161
Girls 13,142
Literacy Gap
12.9% Diff Male Literacy 66.5%
Female Literacy 53.6%
SC Population
59,111
20.9% of total
ST Population
1,543
0.5% of total
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Workforce Economy
Primary occupation: farming (Cultivators)
Worker Participation Rate 47%
Main Workers 1,03,186
Employment > 6 months/year
Marginal Workers 29,296
Employment < 6 months/year
Employment Sectors
Other Workers (Services/Ind) 26.9%
Cultivators (Farmers) 36.4%
Agricultural Laborers 34.8%
Household Industries 1.9%
Historical Comparison (2001-2011)
Decadal Change| Metric | Census 2001 | Census 2011 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,81,809 | 2,83,265 | +0.52% |
| Literacy Rate | 48.99% | 60.11% | +11.1% |
| Sex Ratio | 965 | 985 | +20 |
Decadal Growth Rate
0.52%
Total population change from 2001 to 2011
Annual Compound Growth Rate (CAGR)
0.05%
Average annual growth rate over 10 years
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Malavalli in 2026? ▼
The estimated population of Malavalli in 2026 is 2,85,397. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of 0.05%.
What is the literacy rate of Malavalli? ▼
The literacy rate of Malavalli is 60.11% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Malavalli? ▼
The sex ratio of Malavalli is 985 females per 1000 males according to Census 2011. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.
What is the projected population of Malavalli in 2027? ▼
The projected population of Malavalli in 2027 is 2,85,540. This projection is based on the 0.05% annual growth rate calculated from Census 2001-2011 data.
How has Malavalli population changed since 2001? ▼
Malavalli population grew from 2,81,809 in 2001 to 2,83,265 in 2011, a decadal growth of 0.52%. The annual compound growth rate was 0.05%.
What was the population of Malavalli in Census 2011? ▼
According to Census 2011, Malavalli had a total population of 2,83,265. This comprised 1,42,698 males and 1,40,567 females.
📊 Comparison & Rankings
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Rank in Mandya District
#3 of 7
By population size
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Rank in Karnataka
#74 of 163
Among all talukas/cities in state
Comparison with Averages
| Metric | Malavalli | Mandya Avg | Karnataka Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literacy Rate | 60.11% | 63.4% ↓ 3.3%
| 63.59% ↓ 3.5%
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| Sex Ratio | 985 | 996 ↓ 11 | 981 ↑ 4 |
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