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Kozhikode

കോഴിക്കോട്
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Area · — km²
Population · 30,86,293
Pincode range ·
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About the district

Kozhikode — district of Kerala

Kozhikode is a district in Kerala. Editorial copy not yet contributed — claim a village to start adding context.

District at a glance

About Kozhikode

Historical spice trade hub, pristine beaches, and Kerala's cultural heritage with coconut and cashew production.

District HQ
Kozhikode

Must-visit places in Kozhikode

beach

Kozhikode Beach

Historic beach in the city center offering sunset views and a lighthouse with colonial-era architecture.

  • beach
    Kappad Beach

    Beach where Vasco da Gama first landed in India in 1498, marking the beginning of European trade.

  • waterfall
    Tusharagiri Waterfalls

    Scenic twin waterfalls in the Western Ghats, surrounded by lush greenery and trekking trails.

  • temple
    Jain Temple, Kozhikode

    Ancient Jain temple known for its intricate architecture and religious significance in the district.

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Then & Now

Kozhikode district — Census 2011 to projected 2026

Population · 2011
10,13,721
Census 2011 baseline
+17.9%
Population · 2026
11,95,175
RGI / state CAGR projection
Households · 2011
2,35,703
Census 2011 baseline
+17.9%
Households · 2026
2,77,895
RGI / state CAGR projection
2011 = decadal Census of India. 2026 = forward-projection from state-level CAGR — working estimate, refines when the next Census publishes.
Census 2011 · District aggregates · 118 villages

Kozhikode district by the numbers

Census 2011 + RGI 2026 projection
+ Centre dashboards (JJM, PMAY-G, SBM-G)
Census 2011
Headcount, household, and reservation counts from the most recent decennial census.
Male population
4,84,784Census 2011
Female population
5,28,937Census 2011
Sex ratio
1091 ♀/1000♂Derived F×1000/M
Households
2,35,703Census 2011
SC population
75,490Census 2011
ST population
9,555Census 2011
2026 projection
2026
Forward-looked from 2011 using the state's Census CAGR. Growth % is derived.
Population (2026 est.)
11,95,175+17.9%RGI / state CAGR projection
Households (2026 est.)
2,77,895RGI / state CAGR projection
Workforce + schemes
Census 2011 workforce composition + post-Census central-government dashboards.
Workers (total)
3,16,246Census 2011
Cultivators
15,101Census 2011
Agri labourers
21,881Census 2011
JJM tap-water coverage
51.8%Jal Jeevan Mission
PMAY-G houses built
34,162 / 2,32,91615% complete
SBM-G toilets
37,207Swachh Bharat Mission · rural
Notable places across Kozhikode district

Temples, schools, hospitals & civic landmarks in this district

60 places mapped
Coverage
56 of 118 villages have notable places mapped · 47%
  • School· 18
  • Temple· 17
  • High school· 9
  • Hospital· 7
  • College· 6
  • PHC· 3

Aggregated from village fixtures + OpenStreetMap. Numbers will rise as the LGD + OSM ingest covers more villages in Kozhikode district.

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All 4 mandals of Kozhikode

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118 villages · 70 GPs
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Top villages in Kozhikode

Villages with the most posts, contributors, and verified residents this month.

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Quick answers

People often ask about Kozhikode

How many mandals and villages are in Kozhikode district?

Kozhikode district has 4 mandals and 118 revenue villages across 70 gram panchayats in Kerala.

Where is the headquarters of Kozhikode district?

The district headquarters of Kozhikode is —.

What is the pincode of Kozhikode district?

Kozhikode district uses pincodes starting with —. Individual villages within Kozhikode may have their own pincodes — check the village page for exact values.

Which Lok Sabha constituency does Kozhikode fall under?

Kozhikode district is part of the — Lok Sabha constituency.

What is the population of Kozhikode district?

Kozhikode district had a population of 30,86,293 per the 2011 Census, across 118 villages.

When was Kozhikode district formed?

Kozhikode district was formed on —.

Which rivers flow through Kozhikode district?

Major rivers in Kozhikode district: —.

Answers are auto-built from the village's verified record. If something is wrong, residents can correct it after claiming the village.

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