Kerala Population is 3,33,87,677, according to Census 2011.
Most Populous Districts in Kerala
Malappuram – 41,10,956
Thiruvananthapuram- 33,07,284
Ernakulam- 32,79,860
Thrissur -31,10,327
Kozhikode- 30,89,543
Table of Contents
Here is the data table for population of Kerala and Districts.
Kerala District-wise Population and Percentage
| State/Districts | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| KERALA | 3,34,06,061 | |
| Kasaragod | 13,07,375 | 3.92% |
| Kannur | 25,23,003 | 7.55% |
| Wayanad | 8,17,420 | 2.45% |
| Kozhikode | 30,86,293 | 9.25% |
| Malappuram | 41,12,920 | 12.31% |
| Palakkad | 28,09,934 | 8.40% |
| Thrissur | 31,21,200 | 9.35% |
| Ernakulam | 32,82,388 | 9.82% |
| Idukki | 11,08,974 | 3.32% |
| Kottayam | 19,74,551 | 5.91% |
| Alappuzha | 21,27,789 | 6.36% |
| Pathanamthitta | 11,97,412 | 3.58% |
| Kollam | 26,35,375 | 7.88% |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 33,01,427 | 9.88% |
Analysis
Total Population of Kerala
The total population of Kerala is 3,34,06,061.
Largest and Smallest Districts
- Largest District: Malappuram with a population of 41,12,920.
- Smallest District: Wayanad with a population of 8,17,420.
Population Distribution
The population distribution across different districts in Kerala shows variations. Malappuram has the highest population, followed by Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, and Thrissur, all with populations exceeding 3 million. Wayanad and Idukki have comparatively lower populations.
Urbanization and Regional Differences
The population distribution indicates urbanization trends and regional differences within Kerala. Districts such as Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam, and Kozhikode, which are major urban centers, have higher populations. Conversely, districts like Wayanad and Idukki, known for their hilly terrains and natural beauty, tend to have smaller populations.