Alappuzha, also known as Alleppey, is a prominent coastal city in the Indian state of Kerala. It is located about 55 km from Kochi, nearly 129 km from Thrissur, and around 155 km north of Thiruvananthapuram. The city is well known for its backwaters, houseboat tourism, and coir industry.
As per provisional reports of Census India, Alappuzha city had a population of 174,164 (1.74 lakh) in 2011. Due to steady urban development and tourism-driven growth, the city has continued to expand over the years. Based on recent trends, the population of Alappuzha is estimated to reach around 2.25 lakh by 2026.
👉 Projected Population of Alappuzha (2026): ~2.25 lakh
Census 2011: Alappuzha City at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 174,164 (1.74 lakh) |
| Male Population | 83,888 |
| Female Population | 90,276 |
| City Area | 46.20 sq. km |
| Population Density | 3,770 per sq. km |
| Literacy Rate | 96.56% |
| Sex Ratio | 1,076 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 945 |
| Children (0–6 years) | 15,434 |
Key Takeaways (2011 Census)
Alappuzha has a very high literacy rate of over 96%.
The city records a strong female population share, reflected in its high sex ratio.
Population density is moderate compared to major Kerala cities.
Children aged 0–6 years formed about 11.8% of the total population.
Alappuza District Population
Alappuzha (Alleppey) is one of the 14 districts in the state of Kerala. It is the smallest district in Kerala and was formed as Alleppey District on 17 August 1957. As per the census 2011, Alappuzha district population is 2,127,789 (21.28 Lakh) of which 1,013,142 are males, and 1,114,647 are females. The literacy rate is 95.72% & the Male-Female Sex ratio is 1100.
👉 Estimated District Population (2026): ~24 lakh
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,127,789 (21.28 lakh) |
| Male Population | 1,013,142 |
| Female Population | 1,114,647 |
| District Area | 1,415 sq. km |
| Density | 1,504 per sq. km |
| Literacy Rate | 95.72% |
| Sex Ratio | 1,100 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 951 |
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