Palakkad Population & Demographics
Comprehensive census data for Palakkad district in Kerala.
Administrative Details of Palakkad
Palakkad comprises 131 villages, of which 131 are inhabited and 0 are uninhabited. There are 21 urban towns. The total number of households stands at 6,37,220, spread across 4,482 square kilometers.
| Villages | 131(131 inhabited • 0 uninhabited) |
| Urban Towns | 21 |
| Households | 6,37,220 |
| Total Area | 4,482 km² |
Palakkad Urban & Rural Population
Palakkad had 6,76,810 people in urban areas (24.1%) and 21,33,124 people in rural areas (75.9%).
| Area Type | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 🌾 Rural | 21,33,124 | 75.9% |
| 🏙️ Urban | 6,76,810 | 24.1% |
| Total | 28,09,934 | 100% |
Data from Census 2011.
Gender Distribution in Palakkad
The total population comprises 13,59,478 males (48.4%) and 14,50,456 females (51.6%). The sex ratio is 1067 females per 1000 males.
Male and Female Population — Urban & Rural
| Gender | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 👨 Male | 10,31,466 | 3,28,012 | 13,59,478 |
| 👩 Female | 11,01,658 | 3,48,798 | 14,50,456 |
Literacy Rate in Palakkad
The literacy rate is 79.7%. Male literacy stands at 82.58% while female literacy is 77%, indicating a gender gap of 5.58 percentage points. The total literate population is 22,39,492.
Literacy Statistics — Urban and Rural
| Category | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literate (Male) | 8,43,855 | 2,78,745 | 11,22,600 |
| Literate (Female) | 8,35,040 | 2,81,852 | 11,16,892 |
| Total Literate | 16,78,895 | 5,60,597 | 22,39,492 |
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About Palakkad Census 2011 Data
According to Census 2011, Palakkad in Kerala has a total population of 28,09,934 with a literacy rate of 79.7% and a sex ratio of 1067 females per 1000 males.
This page provides comprehensive census data for Palakkad district including demographics, population statistics, literacy rates, gender distribution, and social indicators for research and analysis purposes.