Religion and Community
According to the 2001 census the breakdown of ethnic groups by religion is:
| Malayalam | Other languages | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 54.20% | 2% | 56.20% |
| Muslim | 23.70% | 1% | 24.70% |
| Christian | 18.00% | 1% | 19.00% |
| Other religions | <0.1% | <0.1% | 00.10% |
| Total | 96.00% | 4.00% | 100.00% |
The breakdown of Hindus by community is
| Community | Total |
|---|---|
| Ezhavas | 22.91% |
| Nairs | 14.41% |
| Pulaya | 03.27% |
| Brahmins | 01.59% |
| Cheruman | 00.99% |
| Other Scheduled Castes | 05.55% |
| Hindu Tribals | 01.07% |
| Others | 08.00% |
Read more about this topic: Ethnic Groups In Kerala
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