Cuttack Population
As per the 2011 Census, Cuttack District has a population of 26.24 Lac (26,24,470) with 13.53 Lac (13,52,760) males and 12.72 Lac (12,71,710) females.The sex ratio in Cuttack is 941, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Cuttack District is 2.72 Lac (2,71,816) which is 10.36% of Cuttack District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Cuttack District is 914 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Cuttack District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Cuttack Population Census 2011
- Cuttack 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
Cuttack Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Cuttack District current estimated population is projected to be 29.06 Lac (29,06,088), indicating a 10.73% increased from Cuttack's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 14.91 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.15 Lac.
Cuttack Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Cuttack District estimated population is projected to be 29.24 Lac (29,24,120), projecting a 11.42% increased from Cuttack's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 14.99 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.25 Lac.
Cuttack Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Cuttack District, with a total Hindu population of 24.58 Lac (24,57,729), accounting for 93.65% of the Cuttack District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 12.68 Lac (12,68,032), and the Hindu female population is around 11.90 Lac (11,89,697).
Cuttack Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Cuttack District, with a total Muslim population of 1.41 Lac (1,41,263), accounting for 5.38% of the Cuttack District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 71.53 k (71,532), and the Muslim female population is around 69.73 k (69,731).
Cuttack Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 24,57,729 | 93.65% |
| Muslim | 1,41,263 | 5.38% |
| Christian | 11,985 | 0.46% |
| Buddhist | 6,276 | 0.24% |
| Religion not stated | 4,843 | 0.18% |
| Jain | 1,180 | 0.04% |
| Sikh | 1,026 | 0.04% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 168 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationCuttack Urban Population
The Urban population of Cuttack District is 7.36 Lac (7,36,047), with 3.82 Lac (3,81,875) being males and 3.54 Lac (3,54,172) being females, making up 28.05% of the Cuttack total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 928 females for every 1000 males.
Cuttack Rural Population
The Rural population of Cuttack District is 18.88 Lac (18,88,423), with 9.71 Lac (9,70,885) being males and 9.18 Lac (9,17,538) being females, making up 71.95% of the Cuttack total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 946 females for every 1000 males.
Cuttack Literacy Rate
Cuttack District has a literacy rate of 85.5% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Cuttack District is 91.11 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Cuttack District is 79.55 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Cuttack District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 90.64%, while in the rural regions of Cuttack District, it is around 83.47%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Cuttack
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 85.5 | 91.11 | 79.55 |
| Urban Area | 90.64 | 93.66 | 87.39 |
| Rural Area | 83.47 | 90.09 | 76.49 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Cuttack
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 85.54 | 91.23 | 79.5 |
| Muslim | 84.07 | 88.41 | 79.62 |
| Christian | 92.85 | 95.3 | 90.35 |
| Buddhist | 82.41 | 90.7 | 73.07 |
Cuttack Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Cuttack District is 4.99 Lac (4,98,633) with 2.54 Lac (2,54,456) males and 2.44 Lac (2,44,177) females, which is 19% of Cuttack District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 960 females for every 1000 males.
Cuttack Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Cuttack District is 93.75 k (93,745) with 47.44 k (47,437) males and 46.31 k (46,308) females, which is 3.57% of Cuttack District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 977 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Cuttack
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 941 |
| Urban Area | 928 |
| Rural Area | 946 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Cuttack
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 939 |
| Muslim | 975 |
| Christian | 971 |
| Buddhist | 889 |
Cuttack Area & Households
The Total Area of Cuttack District is 3,932 Square KM, with a population density of 667 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Cuttack District are 11 and the Total Number of Villages in Cuttack District are 1,950.The Total Number of households in Cuttack District are 5.79 Lac(5,79,170).
Cuttack Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Cuttack District, there are about 9.36 Lac (9,36,365) workers, making up nearly 35.68% of the Cuttack District total population. Out of these, around 7.62 Lac (7,61,876) are male workers, and about 1.74 Lac (1,74,489) are female workers.
Cuttack - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Cuttack district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 8,16,086, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 26,24,470 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 25.03% 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 11.56%.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.
Cuttack District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 8,16,086 to 26,24,470.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 25.03%.
- 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 | 8.16 Lac | --- | --- | 3.95 Lac | 4.21 Lac |
| 1911 | 8.36 Lac | 19.78 k | 2.423886698 | 3.98 Lac | 4.38 Lac |
| 1921 | 8.12 Lac | -23.50 k | -2.81085388 | 3.76 Lac | 4.36 Lac |
| 1931 | 8.65 Lac | 52.41 k | 6.451231702 | 4.10 Lac | 4.55 Lac |
| 1941 | 9.06 Lac | 40.74 k | 4.710446588 | 4.35 Lac | 4.71 Lac |
| 1951 | 9.36 Lac | 30.08 k | 3.321645693 | 4.71 Lac | 4.65 Lac |
| 1961 | 11.31 Lac | 1.96 Lac | 20.91112268 | 5.81 Lac | 5.50 Lac |
| 1971 | 14.14 Lac | 2.83 Lac | 25.03359158 | 7.27 Lac | 6.88 Lac |
| 1981 | 17.20 Lac | 3.05 Lac | 21.58799512 | 8.88 Lac | 8.32 Lac |
| 1991 | 20.53 Lac | 3.33 Lac | 19.3726374 | 10.68 Lac | 9.85 Lac |
| 2001 | 23.41 Lac | 2.88 Lac | 14.02362275 | 12.08 Lac | 11.33 Lac |
| 2011 | 26.24 Lac | 2.84 Lac | 12.11697379 | 13.53 Lac | 12.72 Lac |
Cuttack - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 29.06 Lac (29,06,088) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 29.24 Lac (29,24,120) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 29.40 Lac (29,39,728) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 29.54 Lac (29,53,532) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 29.67 Lac (29,67,398) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 29.81 Lac (29,81,202) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 29.95 Lac (29,95,069) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 30.06 Lac (30,06,386) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 30.16 Lac (30,15,899) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 30.25 Lac (30,25,475) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 30.35 Lac (30,34,927) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 30.45 Lac (30,44,503) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 30.54 Lac (30,54,016) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Cuttack District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 30.54 Lac (30,54,016), with a male population of 15.59 Lac (15,59,370) and a female population of 14.94 Lac (14,94,056). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Cuttack District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.65%.