Krabi Population

The architectural splendor excavated from the caves around Krabi reveals that the island was inhabited from the prehistoric times. The cave paintings and other artifact also reveal that the Krabi population has been rich in culture.

Today the population of Krabi is counted as 344,610, according to the 1999 reports. It is expected to have risen to the 4000,000 mark in the recent years. The island is dream destination for the travelers with its serene beauty and exotic locales. The population density of the islands is estimated to be around 71 inh./km².

The present population of Krabi represents a mix of three different ethnic groups who moved from different destinations to settle down in the island. Each of these ethnic groups have captured a golden space in the history of Krabi.

The early inhabitants of the island were considered to be the ‘sea gypsies'. The origin of this group though is unknown. The groups of this nomadic populations preferred living in small groups and have chosen fishing, collecting shells and diving as their mode of livelihood. The best part of their living is that they have retained their own language and the spiritual beliefs strongly.

The general population of Krabi is known to be very friendly and helpful. It is the behavior of the locals that has made Krabi a must visit spot in Thailand. You would be greeted with the famous Thai greeting, ‘Wai'. The hospitality of the locals is truly unmatched. The tourists are always welcomed by the rise smile on the faces of the locals. The Krabi population is very down-to –earth and you are bound to feel ‘at home' after you have spent some time with them.

Many small Muslim communities too love to call Krabi its home. Close proximity to Malaysia has allowed in strengthening the cultural heritage of the Muslim communities in Krabi.