Purunakot Population
As per the 2011 Census, Purunakot Tehsil has a population of 29.53 k (29,526) with 14.83 k (14,826) males and 14.70 k (14,700) females.The sex ratio in Purunakot is 992, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Purunakot Tehsil is 4.16 k (4,164) which is 14.1% of Purunakot Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Purunakot Tehsil is 951 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Purunakot Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Anugul District in the state of ODISHA in India.
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Purunakot Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Purunakot Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 32.70 k (32,695), indicating a 10.73% increased from Purunakot 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 16.34 k, and the estimated female population is 16.36 k.
Purunakot Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Purunakot Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 32.90 k (32,898), projecting a 11.42% increased from Purunakot 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 16.43 k, and the estimated female population is 16.47 k.
Purunakot Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Purunakot Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 29.41 k (29,407), accounting for 99.6% of the Purunakot Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 14.76 k (14,762), and the Hindu female population is around 14.65 k (14,645).
Purunakot Religion not stated Population
Religion not stated is the second most popular religion in Purunakot Tehsil, with a total Religion not stated population of 77 (77), accounting for 0.26% of the Purunakot Tehsil population. Out of this, the Religion not stated male population stands at approximately 42 (42), and the Religion not stated female population is around 35 (35).
Purunakot Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 29,407 | 99.6% |
| Religion not stated | 77 | 0.26% |
| Muslim | 19 | 0.06% |
| Christian | 18 | 0.06% |
| Sikh | 5 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 0 | 0% |
| Jain | 0 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPurunakot Urban Population
The Urban population of Purunakot Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Purunakot total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Purunakot Rural Population
The Rural population of Purunakot Tehsil is 29.53 k (29,526), with 14.83 k (14,826) being males and 14.70 k (14,700) being females, making up 100% of the Purunakot total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 992 females for every 1000 males.
Purunakot Literacy Rate
Purunakot Tehsil has a literacy rate of 66.2% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Purunakot Tehsil is 76.44 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Purunakot Tehsil is 55.95 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Purunakot Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Purunakot Tehsil, it is around 66.2%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Purunakot
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66.2 | 76.44 | 55.95 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 66.2 | 76.44 | 55.95 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Purunakot
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 66.2 | 76.43 | 55.94 |
| Religion not stated | 70.49 | 79.31 | 62.5 |
| Muslim | 41.18 | 42.86 | 40 |
| Christian | 81.25 | 100 | 50 |
Purunakot Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Purunakot Tehsil is 4.98 k (4,982) with 2.53 k (2,528) males and 2.45 k (2,454) females, which is 16.87% of Purunakot Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 971 females for every 1000 males.
Purunakot Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Purunakot Tehsil is 9.66 k (9,659) with 4.77 k (4,765) males and 4.89 k (4,894) females, which is 32.71% of Purunakot Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1028 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Purunakot
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 992 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 992 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Purunakot
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 993 |
| Religion not stated | 834 |
| Muslim | 1112 |
| Christian | 637 |
Purunakot Area & Households
The Total Area of Purunakot Tehsil is 691.91 Square KM, with a population density of 43 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Purunakot Tehsil are 87.The Total Number of households in Purunakot Tehsil are 6.75 k(6,746).
Purunakot Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Purunakot Tehsil, there are about 14.95 k (14,952) workers, making up nearly 50.64% of the Purunakot Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 8.51 k (8,508) are male workers, and about 6.44 k (6,444) are female workers.
Purunakot - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 32.70 k (32,695) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 32.90 k (32,898) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 33.07 k (33,073) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 33.23 k (33,229) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 33.39 k (33,385) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 33.54 k (33,540) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 33.70 k (33,696) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 33.82 k (33,823) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 33.93 k (33,930) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 34.04 k (34,038) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 34.14 k (34,144) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 34.25 k (34,252) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 34.36 k (34,359) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Purunakot Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 34.36 k (34,359), with a male population of 17.09 k (17,091) and a female population of 17.27 k (17,271). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Purunakot Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.