Bhadrak Population
As per the 2011 Census, Bhadrak District has a population of 15.06 Lac (15,06,337) with 7.60 Lac (7,60,260) males and 7.46 Lac (7,46,077) females.The sex ratio in Bhadrak is 982, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Bhadrak District is 1.85 Lac (1,84,560) which is 12.25% of Bhadrak District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Bhadrak District is 942 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Bhadrak District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Bhadrak Population Census 2011
- Bhadrak 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
Bhadrak Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Bhadrak District current estimated population is projected to be 16.68 Lac (16,67,974), indicating a 10.73% increased from Bhadrak's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.38 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.30 Lac.
Bhadrak Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Bhadrak District estimated population is projected to be 16.78 Lac (16,78,324), projecting a 11.42% increased from Bhadrak's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 8.43 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.36 Lac.
Bhadrak Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Bhadrak District, with a total Hindu population of 13.99 Lac (13,98,543), accounting for 92.84% of the Bhadrak District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.05 Lac (7,05,199), and the Hindu female population is around 6.93 Lac (6,93,344).
Bhadrak Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Bhadrak District, with a total Muslim population of 1.04 Lac (1,04,202), accounting for 6.92% of the Bhadrak District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 53.32 k (53,322), and the Muslim female population is around 50.88 k (50,880).
Bhadrak Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 13,98,543 | 92.84% |
| Muslim | 1,04,202 | 6.92% |
| Religion not stated | 2,425 | 0.16% |
| Christian | 745 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 169 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 111 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 81 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 61 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBhadrak Urban Population
The Urban population of Bhadrak District is 1.86 Lac (1,85,838), with 95.01 k (95,005) being males and 90.83 k (90,833) being females, making up 12.34% of the Bhadrak total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 957 females for every 1000 males.
Bhadrak Rural Population
The Rural population of Bhadrak District is 13.20 Lac (13,20,499), with 6.65 Lac (6,65,255) being males and 6.55 Lac (6,55,244) being females, making up 87.66% of the Bhadrak total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 985 females for every 1000 males.
Bhadrak Literacy Rate
Bhadrak District has a literacy rate of 82.78% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Bhadrak District is 89.64 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Bhadrak District is 75.83 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Bhadrak District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 79.48%, while in the rural regions of Bhadrak District, it is around 83.24%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Bhadrak
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82.78 | 89.64 | 75.83 |
| Urban Area | 79.48 | 84.85 | 73.87 |
| Rural Area | 83.24 | 90.32 | 76.1 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Bhadrak
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 83.83 | 90.75 | 76.82 |
| Muslim | 68.18 | 74.37 | 61.71 |
| Religion not stated | 80.56 | 87.63 | 73.93 |
| Christian | 82.64 | 87.65 | 77.68 |
Bhadrak Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Bhadrak District is 3.35 Lac (3,34,896) with 1.69 Lac (1,68,687) males and 1.66 Lac (1,66,209) females, which is 22.23% of Bhadrak District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 986 females for every 1000 males.
Bhadrak Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Bhadrak District is 30.43 k (30,428) with 15.36 k (15,361) males and 15.07 k (15,067) females, which is 2.02% of Bhadrak District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 981 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Bhadrak
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 982 |
| Urban Area | 957 |
| Rural Area | 985 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Bhadrak
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 984 |
| Muslim | 955 |
| Religion not stated | 1082 |
| Christian | 1009 |
Bhadrak Area & Households
The Total Area of Bhadrak District is 2,505 Square KM, with a population density of 601 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Bhadrak District are 4 and the Total Number of Villages in Bhadrak District are 1,312.The Total Number of households in Bhadrak District are 3.06 Lac(3,06,333).
Bhadrak Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Bhadrak District, there are about 4.69 Lac (4,68,599) workers, making up nearly 31.11% of the Bhadrak District total population. Out of these, around 4.10 Lac (4,09,559) are male workers, and about 59.04 k (59,040) are female workers.
Bhadrak - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Bhadrak district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,61,056, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 15,06,337 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 28.97% 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 12.06%.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.
Bhadrak District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,61,056 to 15,06,337.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 28.97%.
- 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 | 4.61 Lac | --- | --- | 2.23 Lac | 2.38 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.55 Lac | -6.40 k | -1.387683926 | 2.18 Lac | 2.37 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.23 Lac | -31.77 k | -6.987229962 | 2.02 Lac | 2.21 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.28 Lac | 5.45 k | 1.288041808 | 2.08 Lac | 2.20 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.48 Lac | 20.05 k | 4.680893782 | 2.22 Lac | 2.27 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.47 Lac | -1.12 k | -0.249115162 | 2.19 Lac | 2.29 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.77 Lac | 1.30 Lac | 28.96952624 | 2.88 Lac | 2.88 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.39 Lac | 1.62 Lac | 28.15883726 | 3.73 Lac | 3.66 Lac |
| 1981 | 8.95 Lac | 1.56 Lac | 21.07567695 | 4.49 Lac | 4.47 Lac |
| 1991 | 11.06 Lac | 2.11 Lac | 23.54569028 | 5.57 Lac | 5.49 Lac |
| 2001 | 13.34 Lac | 2.28 Lac | 20.61023626 | 6.76 Lac | 6.58 Lac |
| 2011 | 15.06 Lac | 1.73 Lac | 12.94006593 | 7.60 Lac | 7.46 Lac |
Bhadrak - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 16.68 Lac (16,67,974) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 16.78 Lac (16,78,324) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 16.87 Lac (16,87,282) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 16.95 Lac (16,95,205) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 17.03 Lac (17,03,164) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 17.11 Lac (17,11,087) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 17.19 Lac (17,19,046) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 17.26 Lac (17,25,541) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 17.31 Lac (17,31,001) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 17.36 Lac (17,36,498) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 17.42 Lac (17,41,922) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 17.47 Lac (17,47,419) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 17.53 Lac (17,52,879) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Bhadrak District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 17.53 Lac (17,52,879), with a male population of 8.76 Lac (8,76,376) and a female population of 8.77 Lac (8,76,521). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Bhadrak District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.