Melchhamunda Population
As per the 2011 Census, Melchhamunda Tehsil has a population of 70.24 k (70,239) with 35.26 k (35,255) males and 34.98 k (34,984) females.The sex ratio in Melchhamunda is 993, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Melchhamunda Tehsil is 7.69 k (7,691) which is 10.95% of Melchhamunda Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Melchhamunda Tehsil is 992 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Melchhamunda Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Bargarh District in the state of ODISHA in India.
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Melchhamunda Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Melchhamunda Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 77.78 k (77,776), indicating a 10.73% increased from Melchhamunda's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 38.85 k, and the estimated female population is 38.93 k.
Melchhamunda Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Melchhamunda Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 78.26 k (78,259), projecting a 11.42% increased from Melchhamunda's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 39.07 k, and the estimated female population is 39.19 k.
Melchhamunda Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Melchhamunda Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 69.14 k (69,139), accounting for 98.43% of the Melchhamunda Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 34.74 k (34,738), and the Hindu female population is around 34.40 k (34,401).
Melchhamunda Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Melchhamunda Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 884 (884), accounting for 1.26% of the Melchhamunda Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 408 (408), and the Christian female population is around 476 (476).
Melchhamunda Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 69,139 | 98.43% |
| Christian | 884 | 1.26% |
| Religion not stated | 91 | 0.13% |
| Muslim | 86 | 0.12% |
| Jain | 34 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 2 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2 | 0% |
| Buddhist | 1 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMelchhamunda Urban Population
The Urban population of Melchhamunda Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Melchhamunda total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Melchhamunda Rural Population
The Rural population of Melchhamunda Tehsil is 70.24 k (70,239), with 35.26 k (35,255) being males and 34.98 k (34,984) being females, making up 100% of the Melchhamunda total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 993 females for every 1000 males.
Melchhamunda Literacy Rate
Melchhamunda Tehsil has a literacy rate of 75.6% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Melchhamunda Tehsil is 84.87 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Melchhamunda Tehsil is 66.26 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Melchhamunda Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Melchhamunda Tehsil, it is around 75.6%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Melchhamunda
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75.6 | 84.87 | 66.26 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 75.6 | 84.87 | 66.26 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Melchhamunda
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 75.41 | 84.74 | 65.99 |
| Christian | 90.62 | 94.78 | 86.99 |
| Religion not stated | 76.12 | 93.1 | 63.16 |
| Muslim | 59.74 | 71.43 | 50 |
Melchhamunda Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Melchhamunda Tehsil is 13.74 k (13,739) with 6.88 k (6,881) males and 6.86 k (6,858) females, which is 19.56% of Melchhamunda Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 997 females for every 1000 males.
Melchhamunda Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Melchhamunda Tehsil is 12.95 k (12,949) with 6.49 k (6,492) males and 6.46 k (6,457) females, which is 18.44% of Melchhamunda Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 995 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Melchhamunda
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 993 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 993 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Melchhamunda
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 991 |
| Christian | 1167 |
| Religion not stated | 1069 |
| Muslim | 1048 |
Melchhamunda Area & Households
The Total Area of Melchhamunda Tehsil is 288.07 Square KM, with a population density of 244 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Melchhamunda Tehsil are 75.The Total Number of households in Melchhamunda Tehsil are 18.22 k(18,224).
Melchhamunda Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Melchhamunda Tehsil, there are about 46.23 k (46,226) workers, making up nearly 65.81% of the Melchhamunda Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 24.45 k (24,445) are male workers, and about 21.78 k (21,781) are female workers.
Melchhamunda - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 77.78 k (77,776) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 78.26 k (78,259) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 78.68 k (78,677) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 79.05 k (79,046) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 79.42 k (79,417) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 79.79 k (79,787) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 80.16 k (80,158) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 80.46 k (80,461) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 80.72 k (80,715) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 80.97 k (80,972) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 81.23 k (81,225) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 81.48 k (81,481) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 81.74 k (81,735) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Melchhamunda Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 81.74 k (81,735), with a male population of 40.64 k (40,640) and a female population of 41.10 k (41,101). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Melchhamunda Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.