Kolaras Population Data
Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.
Live Estimate
Kolaras Population 2026
72,506 (Estimated)
Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.
Next Census 2027
69,016
Projected Estimate
Methodology: Population projections are calculated using an annual compound growth rate of -5.24% 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 • 17.3% of total pop
Child Sex Ratio 907
Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)
Boys 14,806
Girls 13,435
Literacy Gap
21.5% Diff Male Literacy 57.7%
Female Literacy 36.2%
SC Population
35,445
21.7% of total
ST Population
28,444
17.4% of total
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Workforce Economy
Primary occupation: farming (Labor)
Worker Participation Rate 43%
Main Workers 53,857
Employment > 6 months/year
Marginal Workers 16,134
Employment < 6 months/year
Employment Sectors
Other Workers (Services/Ind) 13.2%
Cultivators (Farmers) 40.7%
Agricultural Laborers 44.3%
Household Industries 1.8%
Historical Comparison (2001-2011)
Decadal Change| Metric | Census 2001 | Census 2011 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,79,624 | 1,63,286 | -41.61% |
| Literacy Rate | 44.57% | 47.61% | +3.0% |
| Sex Ratio | 871 | 884 | +13 |
Decadal Growth Rate
-41.61%
Total population change from 2001 to 2011
Annual Compound Growth Rate (CAGR)
-5.24%
Average annual growth rate over 10 years
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Kolaras in 2026? ▼
The estimated population of Kolaras in 2026 is 72,832. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of -5.24%.
What is the literacy rate of Kolaras? ▼
The literacy rate of Kolaras is 47.61% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Kolaras? ▼
The sex ratio of Kolaras is 884 females per 1000 males according to Census 2011. This is below the national average of 940.
What is the projected population of Kolaras in 2027? ▼
The projected population of Kolaras in 2027 is 69,016. This projection is based on the -5.24% annual growth rate calculated from Census 2001-2011 data.
How has Kolaras population changed since 2001? ▼
Kolaras population grew from 2,79,624 in 2001 to 1,63,286 in 2011, a decadal growth of -41.61%. The annual compound growth rate was -5.24%.
What was the population of Kolaras in Census 2011? ▼
According to Census 2011, Kolaras had a total population of 1,63,286. This comprised 86,674 males and 76,612 females.
📊 Comparison & Rankings
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Rank in Shivpuri District
#8 of 8
By population size
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Rank in Madhya Pradesh
#182 of 337
Among all talukas/cities in state
Comparison with Averages
| Metric | Kolaras | Shivpuri Avg | Madhya Pradesh Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literacy Rate | 47.61% | 51.57% ↓ 4.0%
| 56.74% ↓ 9.1%
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| Sex Ratio | 884 | 877 ↑ 7 | 936 ↓ 51 |
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