Palasa Population
As per the 2011 Census, Palasa Tehsil has a population of 97.55 k (97,551) with 47.92 k (47,915) males and 49.64 k (49,636) females.The sex ratio in Palasa is 1036, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Palasa Tehsil is 9.46 k (9,457) which is 9.69% of Palasa Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Palasa Tehsil is 968 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Palasa Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Srikakulam District in the state of ANDHRA PRADESH in India.
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Palasa Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Palasa Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.05 Lac (1,04,727), indicating a 7.36% increased from Palasa's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 51.33 k, and the estimated female population is 53.40 k.
Palasa Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Palasa Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.05 Lac (1,05,087), projecting a 7.73% increased from Palasa's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 51.50 k, and the estimated female population is 53.59 k.
Palasa Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Palasa Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 95.39 k (95,388), accounting for 97.78% of the Palasa Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 46.87 k (46,872), and the Hindu female population is around 48.52 k (48,516).
Palasa Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Palasa Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 1.20 k (1,201), accounting for 1.23% of the Palasa Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 567 (567), and the Christian female population is around 634 (634).
Palasa Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 95,388 | 97.78% |
| Christian | 1,201 | 1.23% |
| Muslim | 803 | 0.82% |
| Religion not stated | 132 | 0.14% |
| Jain | 12 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 10 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 5 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPalasa Urban Population
The Urban population of Palasa Tehsil is 57.51 k (57,507), with 28.13 k (28,131) being males and 29.38 k (29,376) being females, making up 58.95% of the Palasa total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 1045 females for every 1000 males.
Palasa Rural Population
The Rural population of Palasa Tehsil is 40.04 k (40,044), with 19.78 k (19,784) being males and 20.26 k (20,260) being females, making up 41.05% of the Palasa total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1025 females for every 1000 males.
Palasa Literacy Rate
Palasa Tehsil has a literacy rate of 70.28% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Palasa Tehsil is 80.15 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Palasa Tehsil is 60.82 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Palasa Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 75.68%, while in the rural regions of Palasa Tehsil, it is around 62.54%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Palasa
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70.28 | 80.15 | 60.82 |
| Urban Area | 75.68 | 84.69 | 67.15 |
| Rural Area | 62.54 | 73.74 | 51.63 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Palasa
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 70.27 | 80.2 | 60.74 |
| Christian | 71.64 | 77.95 | 66.04 |
| Muslim | 67.06 | 75 | 59.65 |
| Religion not stated | 83.33 | 89.09 | 77.97 |
Palasa Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Palasa Tehsil is 8.21 k (8,205) with 3.95 k (3,945) males and 4.26 k (4,260) females, which is 8.41% of Palasa Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1080 females for every 1000 males.
Palasa Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Palasa Tehsil is 3.83 k (3,831) with 1.95 k (1,948) males and 1.88 k (1,883) females, which is 3.93% of Palasa Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 967 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Palasa
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1036 |
| Urban Area | 1045 |
| Rural Area | 1025 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Palasa
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1036 |
| Christian | 1119 |
| Muslim | 1033 |
| Religion not stated | 1000 |
Palasa Area & Households
The Total Area of Palasa Tehsil is 137.11 Square KM, with a population density of 711 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Palasa Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Palasa Tehsil are 54.The Total Number of households in Palasa Tehsil are 24.31 k(24,307).
Palasa Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Palasa Tehsil, there are about 45.18 k (45,182) workers, making up nearly 46.32% of the Palasa Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 27.13 k (27,134) are male workers, and about 18.05 k (18,048) are female workers.
Palasa - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.05 Lac (1,04,727) | 7.36% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.05 Lac (1,05,087) | 7.73% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.05 Lac (1,05,344) | 7.99% | 0.26 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.06 Lac (1,05,526) | 8.17% | 0.18 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.06 Lac (1,05,710) | 8.36% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.06 Lac (1,05,893) | 8.55% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.06 Lac (1,06,075) | 8.74% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.06 Lac (1,06,169) | 8.83% | 0.09 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.06 Lac (1,06,198) | 8.86% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.06 Lac (1,06,230) | 8.9% | 0.04 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.06 Lac (1,06,259) | 8.93% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.06 Lac (1,06,288) | 8.96% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.06 Lac (1,06,320) | 8.99% | 0.03 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Palasa Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.06 Lac (1,06,320), with a male population of 51.94 k (51,943) and a female population of 54.39 k (54,388). This reflects a total growth of 8.99% from Palasa Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.14%.