Kota is a major city in Rajasthan. It is the third-largest city of the state after Jaipur and Jodhpur and is widely known as India’s premier coaching hub for engineering and medical entrance examinations. Kota is also part of the Smart Cities Mission.
As per Census 2011, the population of Kota City was 1,001,694 (10.01 lakh). It ranked among the top 50 most populous cities in India at that time. Based on recent growth trends, the estimated population of Kota City in 2026 is around 14 lakh.
👉 Projected population of Kota City in 2026 ~ 14 Lakh
Kota City Census 2011 Data
| Particulars | Census 2011 |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,001,694 (10.01 lakh) |
| Male Population | 528,601 |
| Female Population | 473,093 |
| Area | 521 sq. km |
| Population Density | 1,900 per sq. km |
| Average Literacy Rate | 82.80% |
| Male Literacy | 89.49% |
| Female Literacy | 75.33% |
| Sex Ratio | 895 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 885 |
| Children (0–6 years) | 121,634 |
| Boys (0–6 years) | 64,525 |
| Girls (0–6 years) | 57,109 |
Source: Census of India 2011
Key Takeaways
Kota had a population of 10.01 lakh in 2011.
It is the third-largest city of Rajasthan.
Literacy rate stood at 82.80%.
The sex ratio was 895 females per 1000 males.
Children (0–6 years) formed 12.14% of the total population.
Rapid growth between 2001–2011 (42.46%) due to industrial and coaching sector expansion.
Kota Historical Population
As per Census 2011, Kota has a population growth rate of 42.46% during 2001-2011. It’s expected to have a population growth rate of 18% during 2011-2021.
Let’s look at population & percentage change from Year 1901 to 2021.
| Year | Population | Actual Change | Percentage Change |
| 1901 | 33,657 | – | – |
| 1911 | 32,753 | -904 | -2.69% |
| 1921 | 31,707 | -1,046 | -3.19% |
| 1931 | 37,876 | 6,169 | 19.46% |
| 1941 | 47,339 | 9,463 | 24.98% |
| 1951 | 65,107 | 17,768 | 37.53% |
| 1961 | 120,345 | 55,238 | 84.84% |
| 1971 | 212,991 | 92,646 | 76.98% |
| 1981 | 358,241 | 145,250 | 68.20% |
| 1991 | 537,371 | 179,130 | 50.00% |
| 2001 | 703,150 | 165,779 | 30.85% |
| 2011 | 1,001,694 | 298,544 | 42.46% |
| 2021 (estimate) | 1,180,000 | 178,306 | 17.80% |
Sources: Census 2011
Kota District Population
Kota district is one of the major districts of Rajasthan. As per Census 2011, the population of Kota District was 1,951,014 (19.51 lakh). Based on recent growth patterns, the estimated population of Kota District in 2026 is around 24 lakh.
Projected Population of Kota District (2026): ~24 lakh
Census 2011 Data
| Particulars | Census 2011 |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,951,014 (19.51 lakh) |
| Male Population | 1,021,161 |
| Female Population | 929,853* |
| Average Literacy Rate | 76.56% |
| Sex Ratio | 911 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 899 |
Religion in Kota District
| Religion | Percent |
| Hinduism | 85.15% |
| Islam | 12.51% |
| Jainism | 1.32% |
| Sikhism | 0.57% |
| Other or not stated | 0.45% |
Source: Census 2011
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