Balangir Population
As per the 2011 Census, Balangir District has a population of 16.49 Lac (16,48,997) with 8.30 Lac (8,30,097) males and 8.19 Lac (8,18,900) females.The sex ratio in Balangir is 987, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Balangir District is 2.16 Lac (2,16,320) which is 13.12% of Balangir District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Balangir District is 955 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Balangir District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Balangir Population Census 2011
- Balangir Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- Population Projections Up to 2036
Balangir Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Balangir District current estimated population is projected to be 18.26 Lac (18,25,942), indicating a 10.73% increased from Balangir's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 9.15 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.11 Lac.
Balangir Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Balangir District estimated population is projected to be 18.37 Lac (18,37,272), projecting a 11.42% increased from Balangir's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 9.20 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.17 Lac.
Balangir Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Balangir District, with a total Hindu population of 16.18 Lac (16,18,175), accounting for 98.13% of the Balangir District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.14 Lac (8,14,437), and the Hindu female population is around 8.04 Lac (8,03,738).
Balangir Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Balangir District, with a total Christian population of 16.27 k (16,271), accounting for 0.99% of the Balangir District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 8.13 k (8,131), and the Christian female population is around 8.14 k (8,140).
Balangir Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 16,18,175 | 98.13% |
| Christian | 16,271 | 0.99% |
| Muslim | 7,811 | 0.47% |
| Religion not stated | 3,342 | 0.2% |
| Jain | 2,225 | 0.13% |
| Sikh | 565 | 0.03% |
| Buddhist | 467 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 141 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBalangir Urban Population
The Urban population of Balangir District is 1.97 Lac (1,97,381), with 1.01 Lac (1,01,327) being males and 96.05 k (96,054) being females, making up 11.97% of the Balangir total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 948 females for every 1000 males.
Balangir Rural Population
The Rural population of Balangir District is 14.52 Lac (14,51,616), with 7.29 Lac (7,28,770) being males and 7.23 Lac (7,22,846) being females, making up 88.03% of the Balangir total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 992 females for every 1000 males.
Balangir Literacy Rate
Balangir District has a literacy rate of 64.72% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Balangir District is 75.85 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Balangir District is 53.5 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Balangir District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.44%, while in the rural regions of Balangir District, it is around 62.11%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Balangir
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64.72 | 75.85 | 53.5 |
| Urban Area | 83.44 | 89.82 | 76.75 |
| Rural Area | 62.11 | 73.85 | 50.32 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Balangir
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 64.38 | 75.6 | 53.07 |
| Christian | 85.05 | 90.16 | 79.95 |
| Muslim | 79.13 | 86.8 | 71.21 |
| Religion not stated | 69.9 | 80.87 | 58.54 |
Balangir Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Balangir District is 2.95 Lac (2,94,777) with 1.48 Lac (1,48,356) males and 1.46 Lac (1,46,421) females, which is 17.88% of Balangir District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 987 females for every 1000 males.
Balangir Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Balangir District is 3.47 Lac (3,47,164) with 1.72 Lac (1,72,489) males and 1.75 Lac (1,74,675) females, which is 21.05% of Balangir District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1013 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Balangir
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 987 |
| Urban Area | 948 |
| Rural Area | 992 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Balangir
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 987 |
| Christian | 1002 |
| Muslim | 963 |
| Religion not stated | 935 |
Balangir Area & Households
The Total Area of Balangir District is 6,575 Square KM, with a population density of 251 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Balangir District are 8 and the Total Number of Villages in Balangir District are 1,783.The Total Number of households in Balangir District are 4.15 Lac(4,14,749).
Balangir Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Balangir District, there are about 7.21 Lac (7,20,601) workers, making up nearly 43.7% of the Balangir District total population. Out of these, around 4.70 Lac (4,69,956) are male workers, and about 2.51 Lac (2,50,645) are female workers.
Balangir - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Balangir district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,29,894, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 16,48,997 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1911. The growth rate of 39.5% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 16.07%.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.
Balangir District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,29,894 to 16,48,997.
- The year 1911 stands out with a growth rate of 39.5%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 3.30 Lac | --- | --- | 1.62 Lac | 1.68 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.60 Lac | 1.30 Lac | 39.49541368 | 2.27 Lac | 2.33 Lac |
| 1921 | 5.32 Lac | 71.33 k | 15.50087247 | 2.62 Lac | 2.69 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.93 Lac | 61.64 k | 11.59692956 | 2.93 Lac | 3.00 Lac |
| 1941 | 6.43 Lac | 49.35 k | 8.31950907 | 3.18 Lac | 3.24 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.76 Lac | 33.95 k | 5.28460346 | 3.37 Lac | 3.40 Lac |
| 1961 | 7.94 Lac | 1.18 Lac | 17.40068178 | 3.97 Lac | 3.97 Lac |
| 1971 | 9.41 Lac | 1.47 Lac | 18.49828312 | 4.72 Lac | 4.69 Lac |
| 1981 | 10.62 Lac | 1.21 Lac | 12.82017769 | 5.32 Lac | 5.30 Lac |
| 1991 | 12.31 Lac | 1.69 Lac | 15.93733606 | 6.21 Lac | 6.09 Lac |
| 2001 | 13.37 Lac | 1.06 Lac | 8.632116321 | 6.74 Lac | 6.63 Lac |
| 2011 | 16.49 Lac | 3.12 Lac | 23.31770857 | 8.30 Lac | 8.19 Lac |
Balangir - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18.26 Lac (18,25,942) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 18.37 Lac (18,37,272) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 18.47 Lac (18,47,079) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 18.56 Lac (18,55,752) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 18.64 Lac (18,64,465) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 18.73 Lac (18,73,138) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 18.82 Lac (18,81,850) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 18.89 Lac (18,88,961) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 18.95 Lac (18,94,939) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 19.01 Lac (19,00,955) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 19.07 Lac (19,06,894) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 19.13 Lac (19,12,910) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 19.19 Lac (19,18,888) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Balangir District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 19.19 Lac (19,18,888), with a male population of 9.57 Lac (9,56,879) and a female population of 9.62 Lac (9,62,077). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Balangir District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.65%.