Kotma Population Data
Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.
Live Estimate
Kotma Population 2026
1,62,489 (Estimated)
Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.
Next Census 2027
1,65,466
Projected Estimate
Methodology: Population projections are calculated using a default urban growth rate of 2% per annum (Census 2001 data not available for this location). 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 • 13.5% of total pop
Child Sex Ratio 954
Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)
Boys 8,356
Girls 7,969
Literacy Gap
16.9% Diff Male Literacy 72.3%
Female Literacy 55.4%
SC Population
14,407
12.0% of total
ST Population
33,992
28.2% of total
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Workforce Economy
Primary occupation: services & industries
Worker Participation Rate 42%
Main Workers 30,800
Employment > 6 months/year
Marginal Workers 19,676
Employment < 6 months/year
Employment Sectors
Other Workers (Services/Ind) 45.1%
Cultivators (Farmers) 20.2%
Agricultural Laborers 32.4%
Household Industries 2.4%
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Kotma in 2026? ▼
The estimated population of Kotma in 2026 is 1,62,222. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of 2.00%.
What is the literacy rate of Kotma? ▼
The literacy rate of Kotma is 64.03% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Kotma? ▼
The sex ratio of Kotma is 968 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 Kotma in 2027? ▼
The projected population of Kotma in 2027 is 1,65,466. This projection is based on the 2.00% annual growth rate (default urban growth rate).
How has Kotma population changed since 2001? ▼
Census 2001 data is not available for Kotma. The Census 2011 population was 1,20,533. Current projections use a default urban growth rate of 2.00%.
What was the population of Kotma in Census 2011? ▼
According to Census 2011, Kotma had a total population of 1,20,533. This comprised 61,234 males and 59,299 females.
📊 Comparison & Rankings
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Rank in Anuppur District
#3 of 4
By population size
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Rank in Madhya Pradesh
#253 of 337
Among all talukas/cities in state
Comparison with Averages
| Metric | Kotma | Anuppur Avg | Madhya Pradesh Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literacy Rate | 64.03% | 58.09% ↑ 5.9%
| 56.74% ↑ 7.3%
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| Sex Ratio | 968 | 980 ↓ 11 | 936 ↑ 33 |
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