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Coimbatore
Class IUrban Agglomeration in Tamil Nadu β’ Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011 data.
Live Estimate
Coimbatore Population 2026
31,01,266 (Estimated)
Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.
Next Census 2031
35,01,586
Projected Estimate
Census 2011 Data
OfficialFemales per 1000 Males
π₯ Population by Gender
Male 10,71,435 (50.1%)
Female 10,65,481 (49.9%)
π Literacy by Gender
Male Literacy 83.55%
Female Literacy 76.85%
Gender Gap 6.7%
π Projection Methodology
Population projections for Coimbatore are calculated using the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) formula: P(t) = Pβ Γ (1 + r)^t, where Pβ is the Census 2011 population (21,36,916), r is the annual growth rate (2.50%), and t is the number of years elapsed. A default urban growth rate of 2.5% is used as 2001 data is not available.
β Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Coimbatore in 2026? βΌ
The estimated population of Coimbatore Urban Agglomeration in 2026 is approximately 31,01,266, based on a 2.50% annual growth rate from Census 2011 data.
What was the population of Coimbatore according to Census 2011? βΌ
As per Census 2011, Coimbatore Urban Agglomeration had a total population of 21,36,916. Out of this, 10,71,435 were males (50.1%) and 10,65,481 were females (49.9%).
What is the literacy rate of Coimbatore? βΌ
The literacy rate of Coimbatore Urban Agglomeration is 80.21% as per Census 2011. Male literacy stands at 83.55% while female literacy is 76.85%.
What is the sex ratio of Coimbatore? βΌ
The sex ratio of Coimbatore Urban Agglomeration is 994 females per 1000 males according to Census 2011. This is comparable to or above the national average of 940.
What will be the population of Coimbatore in 2031? βΌ
The projected population of Coimbatore Urban Agglomeration for the Next Census 2031 is estimated to be approximately 35,01,586, based on current growth trends.