Palakkad is an important city and municipality in the Indian state of Kerala. It is located about 350 km north of Thiruvananthapuram and nearly 66 km northeast of Thrissur. The city is often called the “Gateway of Kerala” due to its strategic location near the Palakkad Gap.
As per the provisional reports of Census India, Palakkad city had a population of 131,019 (1.31 lakh) in 2011. With improving infrastructure and urban expansion, the city has witnessed steady growth over the last decade. Based on recent trends, the population of Palakkad is estimated to reach around 2 lakh by 2026.
👉 Projected Population of Palakkad (2026): ~2 lakh
Census 2011: Palakkad City at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 131,019 (1.31 lakh) |
| Male Population | 63,833 |
| Female Population | 67,186 |
| City Area | 26.60 sq. km |
| Population Density | 4,926 per sq. km |
| Literacy Rate | 94.20% |
| Sex Ratio | 1,053 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 959 |
| Children (0–6 years) | 11,614 |
Key Takeaways (2011 Census)
Palakkad records a high literacy rate of over 94%.
The city has a favorable sex ratio, higher than the national average.
Population density is relatively high due to the limited municipal area.
Children aged 0–6 years formed about 8.9% of the total population.
Palakkad District Population
Palakkad District, in the southeastern part of the former Malabar district, is one of the 14 districts of Kerala. It is located right in the central part of the state. As per census 2011, Palakkad district population is 2,809,934 (28.10 Lakh) of which 1,359,478 are males, and 1,450,456 are females. The literacy rate is 89.31% & the Male-Female Sex ratio is 1067.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,809,934 (28.10 lakh) |
| Male Population | 1,359,478 |
| Female Population | 1,450,456 |
| District Area | 4,482 sq. km |
| Density | 627 per sq. km |
| Literacy Rate | 89.31% |
| Sex Ratio | 1,067 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 967 |
👉 Estimated District Population (2026): ~32 lakh
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