Kaniha Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kaniha Tehsil has a population of 55.68 k (55,678) with 29.11 k (29,108) males and 26.57 k (26,570) females.The sex ratio in Kaniha is 913, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kaniha Tehsil is 6.27 k (6,272) which is 11.26% of Kaniha Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kaniha Tehsil is 839 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Kaniha Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Anugul District in the state of ODISHA in India.
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Kaniha Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kaniha Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 61.65 k (61,653), indicating a 10.73% increased from Kaniha 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 32.07 k, and the estimated female population is 29.57 k.
Kaniha Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kaniha Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 62.04 k (62,036), projecting a 11.42% increased from Kaniha 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 32.26 k, and the estimated female population is 29.76 k.
Kaniha Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kaniha Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 55.31 k (55,311), accounting for 99.34% of the Kaniha Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 28.94 k (28,938), and the Hindu female population is around 26.37 k (26,373).
Kaniha Religion not stated Population
Religion not stated is the second most popular religion in Kaniha Tehsil, with a total Religion not stated population of 160 (160), accounting for 0.29% of the Kaniha Tehsil population. Out of this, the Religion not stated male population stands at approximately 75 (75), and the Religion not stated female population is around 85 (85).
Kaniha Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 55,311 | 99.34% |
| Religion not stated | 160 | 0.29% |
| Muslim | 102 | 0.18% |
| Christian | 96 | 0.17% |
| Sikh | 6 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 3 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 0 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKaniha Urban Population
The Urban population of Kaniha Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Kaniha total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Kaniha Rural Population
The Rural population of Kaniha Tehsil is 55.68 k (55,678), with 29.11 k (29,108) being males and 26.57 k (26,570) being females, making up 100% of the Kaniha total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 913 females for every 1000 males.
Kaniha Literacy Rate
Kaniha Tehsil has a literacy rate of 78.17% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kaniha Tehsil is 87.54 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kaniha Tehsil is 68.02 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Kaniha Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Kaniha Tehsil, it is around 78.17%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kaniha
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78.17 | 87.54 | 68.02 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 78.17 | 87.54 | 68.02 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kaniha
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 78.26 | 87.64 | 68.08 |
| Religion not stated | 77.37 | 79.03 | 76 |
| Muslim | 35.63 | 36.67 | 35.09 |
| Christian | 68.67 | 73.91 | 62.16 |
Kaniha Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kaniha Tehsil is 13.36 k (13,364) with 6.88 k (6,877) males and 6.49 k (6,487) females, which is 24% of Kaniha Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 944 females for every 1000 males.
Kaniha Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kaniha Tehsil is 4.07 k (4,068) with 2.04 k (2,044) males and 2.02 k (2,024) females, which is 7.31% of Kaniha Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 991 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kaniha
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 913 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 913 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kaniha
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 912 |
| Religion not stated | 1134 |
| Muslim | 1685 |
| Christian | 883 |
Kaniha Area & Households
The Total Area of Kaniha Tehsil is 354.59 Square KM, with a population density of 157 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Kaniha Tehsil are 107.The Total Number of households in Kaniha Tehsil are 14.18 k(14,182).
Kaniha Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kaniha Tehsil, there are about 22.85 k (22,849) workers, making up nearly 41.04% of the Kaniha Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 15.90 k (15,896) are male workers, and about 6.95 k (6,953) are female workers.
Kaniha - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 61.65 k (61,653) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 62.04 k (62,036) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 62.37 k (62,367) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 62.66 k (62,660) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 62.95 k (62,954) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 63.25 k (63,247) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 63.54 k (63,541) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 63.78 k (63,781) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 63.98 k (63,983) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 64.19 k (64,186) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 64.39 k (64,386) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 64.59 k (64,589) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 64.79 k (64,791) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kaniha Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 64.79 k (64,791), with a male population of 33.55 k (33,554) and a female population of 31.22 k (31,216). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Kaniha Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.