Odisha Population

As per the 2011 Census, Odisha State has a population of 4.20 Cr (4,19,74,218) with 2.12 Cr (2,12,12,136) males and 2.08 Cr (2,07,62,082) females.The sex ratio in Odisha is 979, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .

Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Odisha State is 52.73 Lac (52,73,194) which is 12.56% of Odisha State overall population, Child sex Ratio of Odisha State is 942 females for every 1000 males.

Note : In the 2011 Census, Odisha State is listed as part of the East region of India .

4.20 Cr

Toatl Population

2.12 Cr

Male Population

2.08 Cr

Female Population

Odisha Estimated Population in 2024

In 2024, Odisha State current estimated population is projected to be 4.65 Cr (4,64,78,240), indicating a 10.73% increased from Odisha's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 2.34 Cr, and the estimated female population is 2.31 Cr.

Odisha Estimated Population in 2025

In the year 2025, Odisha State estimated population is projected to be 4.68 Cr (4,67,66,640), projecting a 11.42% increased from Odisha's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 2.35 Cr, and the estimated female population is 2.33 Cr.

Odisha Hindu Population

Hindu is the most popular religion in Odisha State, with a total Hindu population of 3.93 Cr (3,93,00,341), accounting for 93.63% of the Odisha State population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 1.99 Cr (1,98,77,014), and the Hindu female population is around 1.94 Cr (1,94,23,327).

Odisha Christian Population

Christian is the second most popular religion in Odisha State, with a total Christian population of 11.62 Lac (11,61,708), accounting for 2.77% of the Odisha State population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 5.71 Lac (5,70,979), and the Christian female population is around 5.91 Lac (5,90,729).

Odisha Religion Wise Population

Religion Count Percentage
Hindu3,93,00,34193.63%
Christian11,61,7082.77%
Muslim9,11,6702.17%
Other religions and persuasions4,78,3171.14%
Religion not stated76,9190.18%
Sikh21,9910.05%
Buddhist13,8520.03%
Jain9,4200.02%

Based on Data from Census 2011

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Odisha Urban Population

The Urban population of Odisha State is 70.04 Lac (70,03,656), with 36.26 Lac (36,25,933) being males and 33.78 Lac (33,77,723) being females, making up 16.69% of the Odisha total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 932 females for every 1000 males.

Odisha Rural Population

The Rural population of Odisha State is 3.50 Cr (3,49,70,562), with 1.76 Cr (1,75,86,203) being males and 1.74 Cr (1,73,84,359) being females, making up 83.31% of the Odisha total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 989 females for every 1000 males.

Odisha Literacy Rate

Odisha State has a literacy rate of 72.87% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Odisha State is 81.59 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Odisha State is 64.01 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Odisha State's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.75%, while in the rural regions of Odisha State, it is around 70.22%.

Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Odisha

Category Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Total Population 72.87 81.59 64.01
Urban Area 85.75 90.72 80.42
Rural Area 70.22 79.65 60.74

Literacy Rate by Religion in Odisha

Religion Average Literacy Rate Male Literacy Rate Female Literacy Rate
Hindu 73.14 81.87 64.26
Christian 64.47 73.39 55.96
Muslim 79.95 85.4 74.26
Other religions and persuasions 54.48 67.49 41.97

Odisha Scheduled Castes (SC) Population

Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Odisha State is 71.88 Lac (71,88,463) with 36.18 Lac (36,17,808) males and 35.71 Lac (35,70,655) females, which is 17.13% of Odisha State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 987 females for every 1000 males.

Odisha Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population

Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Odisha State is 95.91 Lac (95,90,756) with 47.28 Lac (47,27,732) males and 48.63 Lac (48,63,024) females, which is 22.85% of Odisha State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1029 females for every 1000 males.

Odisha Slum Population

Slum Population in Odisha State is 15.60 Lac (15,60,303) with 8.01 Lac (8,00,963) males and 7.59 Lac (7,59,340) females, which is 3.72% of Odisha State overall population. The Sex Ratio among Slum Population is 949 females for every 1000 males, and the Total Number of Slum households in Odisha State are 3.50 Lac (3,50,032).

Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Odisha

Category Sex Ratio
Total Population 979
Urban Area 932
Rural Area 989

Sex Ratio by Religion in Odisha

Religion Sex Ratio
Hindu 978
Christian 1035
Muslim 957
Other religions and persuasions 1031

Odisha Area & Households

The Total Area of Odisha State is 1,55,707 Square KM, with a population density of 270 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Odisha State are 223 and the Total Number of Villages in Odisha State are 51,311.The Total Number of households in Odisha State are 96.38 Lac(96,37,820).

Odisha Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview

In Odisha State, there are about 1.75 Cr (1,75,41,589) workers, making up nearly 41.79% of the Odisha State total population. Out of these, around 1.19 Cr (1,19,02,655) are male workers, and about 56.39 Lac (56,38,934) are female workers.

Odisha - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901

Odisha state's demographic journey reflects both its unique identity and its role within India's larger narrative. From an initial count of 1,03,02,917, the state has experienced varied growth patterns, reaching a total of 4,19,74,218 by the dataset's conclusion.

A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 25.05% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.However, there have been unique downturns, with the year 1921 marking a negative growth rate.The average growth rate over the period is 13.86%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.

Odisha State population growth key Takeaways

  • Transitioned from a population of 1,03,02,917 to 4,19,74,218.
  • The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 25.05%.
  • The year 1921 experienced a unique negative growth.
  • The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
Census Year Population Variation Variation % Male Female
1901 1.03 Cr --- --- 50.58 Lac 52.45 Lac
1911 1.14 Cr 10.76 Lac 10.44323661 55.36 Lac 58.43 Lac
1921 1.12 Cr -2.20 Lac -1.935947095 53.50 Lac 58.08 Lac
1931 1.25 Cr 13.32 Lac 11.94120832 60.42 Lac 64.49 Lac
1941 1.38 Cr 12.77 Lac 10.2227706 67.06 Lac 70.62 Lac
1951 1.46 Cr 8.78 Lac 6.376806836 72.43 Lac 74.03 Lac
1961 1.75 Cr 29.03 Lac 19.82050186 87.71 Lac 87.78 Lac
1971 2.19 Cr 43.96 Lac 25.04876389 1.10 Cr 1.09 Cr
1981 2.64 Cr 44.26 Lac 20.16738959 1.33 Cr 1.31 Cr
1991 3.17 Cr 52.89 Lac 20.05844005 1.61 Cr 1.56 Cr
2001 3.68 Cr 51.45 Lac 16.2506851 1.87 Cr 1.81 Cr
2011 4.20 Cr 51.70 Lac 14.04593331 2.12 Cr 2.08 Cr

Historical Population of Odisha by Census Year 1901-2011

Odisha - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036

Year Estimated Population Total Growth Since 2011 Annual Growth
2024 4.65 Cr (4,64,78,240) 10.73%
2025 4.68 Cr (4,67,66,640) 11.42% 0.69 %
2026 4.70 Cr (4,70,16,256) 12.01% 0.59 %
2027 4.72 Cr (4,72,37,032) 12.54% 0.53 %
2028 4.75 Cr (4,74,58,802) 13.07% 0.53 %
2029 4.77 Cr (4,76,79,578) 13.59% 0.52 %
2030 4.79 Cr (4,79,01,347) 14.12% 0.53 %
2031 4.81 Cr (4,80,82,344) 14.55% 0.43 %
2032 4.82 Cr (4,82,34,500) 14.91% 0.36 %
2033 4.84 Cr (4,83,87,651) 15.28% 0.37 %
2034 4.85 Cr (4,85,38,812) 15.64% 0.36 %
2035 4.87 Cr (4,86,91,963) 16% 0.36 %
2036 4.88 Cr (4,88,44,119) 16.37% 0.37 %

Projected estimates indicate that Odisha State's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 4.88 Cr (4,88,44,119), with a male population of 2.45 Cr (2,44,51,899) and a female population of 2.44 Cr (2,43,92,116). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Odisha State's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.

Odisha Census Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Census 2011, the population of Odisha is 4.20 Cr (4,19,74,218).

The estimated population of Odisha in 2024 is approximately 4.65 Cr (4,64,78,240).

Hindu constitute 93.63% of Odisha population, amounting to approximately 3.93 Cr (3,93,00,341) people.

Christian constitute 2.77% of Odisha population, totaling around 11.62 Lac (11,61,708) people.

Hindu: 93.63%, Christian: 2.77%, Muslim: 2.17%, Other religions and persuasions: 1.14%, Religion not stated: 0.18%, Sikh: 0.05%, Buddhist: 0.03%, Jain: 0.02%

The Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Odisha is 71.88 Lac (17.13%), and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 95.91 Lac (22.85%).

In Odisha, 70.04 Lac (16.69%) of the population lives in urban areas, while 3.50 Cr (83.31%) resides in rural areas.

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Odisha is 72.87%, with male literacy at 81.59% and female literacy at 64.01%.

The sex ratio in Odisha is 979 females for every 1000 males.

Odisha population is projected to grow at an average yearly rate of around 0.47% up to 2036.