Dhenkanal Population
As per the 2011 Census, Dhenkanal District has a population of 11.93 Lac (11,92,811) with 6.13 Lac (6,12,593) males and 5.80 Lac (5,80,218) females.The sex ratio in Dhenkanal is 948, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Dhenkanal District is 1.39 Lac (1,39,096) which is 11.66% of Dhenkanal District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Dhenkanal District is 878 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Dhenkanal District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Dhenkanal Population Census 2011
- Dhenkanal 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
Dhenkanal Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Dhenkanal District current estimated population is projected to be 13.21 Lac (13,20,805), indicating a 10.73% increased from Dhenkanal's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 6.75 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.46 Lac.
Dhenkanal Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Dhenkanal District estimated population is projected to be 13.29 Lac (13,29,001), projecting a 11.42% increased from Dhenkanal's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 6.79 Lac, and the estimated female population is 6.50 Lac.
Dhenkanal Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Dhenkanal District, with a total Hindu population of 11.86 Lac (11,85,542), accounting for 99.39% of the Dhenkanal District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.09 Lac (6,08,676), and the Hindu female population is around 5.77 Lac (5,76,866).
Dhenkanal Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Dhenkanal District, with a total Muslim population of 4.81 k (4,805), accounting for 0.4% of the Dhenkanal District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.59 k (2,586), and the Muslim female population is around 2.22 k (2,219).
Dhenkanal Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 11,85,542 | 99.39% |
| Muslim | 4,805 | 0.4% |
| Religion not stated | 1,069 | 0.09% |
| Christian | 727 | 0.06% |
| Buddhist | 366 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 139 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 124 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 39 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDhenkanal Urban Population
The Urban population of Dhenkanal District is 1.18 Lac (1,17,506), with 61.27 k (61,267) being males and 56.24 k (56,239) being females, making up 9.85% of the Dhenkanal total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 918 females for every 1000 males.
Dhenkanal Rural Population
The Rural population of Dhenkanal District is 10.75 Lac (10,75,305), with 5.51 Lac (5,51,326) being males and 5.24 Lac (5,23,979) being females, making up 90.15% of the Dhenkanal total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 951 females for every 1000 males.
Dhenkanal Literacy Rate
Dhenkanal District has a literacy rate of 78.76% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Dhenkanal District is 86.18 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Dhenkanal District is 71 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Dhenkanal District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 89.26%, while in the rural regions of Dhenkanal District, it is around 77.59%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Dhenkanal
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78.76 | 86.18 | 71 |
| Urban Area | 89.26 | 93.28 | 84.89 |
| Rural Area | 77.59 | 85.37 | 69.49 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Dhenkanal
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 78.72 | 86.15 | 70.95 |
| Muslim | 88.04 | 91.72 | 83.7 |
| Religion not stated | 77.21 | 85.56 | 67.42 |
| Christian | 87.48 | 93.49 | 80.73 |
Dhenkanal Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Dhenkanal District is 2.34 Lac (2,34,079) with 1.19 Lac (1,18,755) males and 1.15 Lac (1,15,324) females, which is 19.62% of Dhenkanal District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 972 females for every 1000 males.
Dhenkanal Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Dhenkanal District is 1.62 Lac (1,62,056) with 80.88 k (80,878) males and 81.18 k (81,178) females, which is 13.59% of Dhenkanal District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1004 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Dhenkanal
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 |
| Urban Area | 918 |
| Rural Area | 951 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Dhenkanal
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 948 |
| Muslim | 859 |
| Religion not stated | 886 |
| Christian | 919 |
Dhenkanal Area & Households
The Total Area of Dhenkanal District is 4,452 Square KM, with a population density of 268 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Dhenkanal District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Dhenkanal District are 1,208.The Total Number of households in Dhenkanal District are 2.79 Lac(2,79,364).
Dhenkanal Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Dhenkanal District, there are about 4.36 Lac (4,35,533) workers, making up nearly 36.51% of the Dhenkanal District total population. Out of these, around 3.41 Lac (3,40,552) are male workers, and about 94.98 k (94,981) are female workers.
Dhenkanal - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Dhenkanal district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,92,497, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 11,92,811 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 26.37% 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 14.17%.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.
Dhenkanal District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,92,497 to 11,92,811.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 26.37%.
- 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 | 2.92 Lac | --- | --- | 1.45 Lac | 1.48 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.02 Lac | 9.62 k | 3.289948273 | 1.48 Lac | 1.54 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.63 Lac | -38.72 k | -12.81444459 | 1.27 Lac | 1.36 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.25 Lac | 61.59 k | 23.3807255 | 1.58 Lac | 1.67 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.79 Lac | 54.34 k | 16.71923222 | 1.87 Lac | 1.93 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.29 Lac | 49.77 k | 13.1206057 | 2.12 Lac | 2.18 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.27 Lac | 97.42 k | 22.70419043 | 2.63 Lac | 2.63 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.65 Lac | 1.39 Lac | 26.37259743 | 3.36 Lac | 3.29 Lac |
| 1981 | 7.97 Lac | 1.32 Lac | 19.78968314 | 4.05 Lac | 3.92 Lac |
| 1991 | 9.48 Lac | 1.51 Lac | 18.92182828 | 4.85 Lac | 4.63 Lac |
| 2001 | 10.67 Lac | 1.19 Lac | 12.55530822 | 5.44 Lac | 5.23 Lac |
| 2011 | 11.93 Lac | 1.26 Lac | 11.80388011 | 6.13 Lac | 5.80 Lac |
Dhenkanal - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13.21 Lac (13,20,805) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 13.29 Lac (13,29,001) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 13.36 Lac (13,36,095) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 13.42 Lac (13,42,369) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 13.49 Lac (13,48,671) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 13.55 Lac (13,54,945) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 13.61 Lac (13,61,247) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 13.66 Lac (13,66,390) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 13.71 Lac (13,70,714) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 13.75 Lac (13,75,067) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 13.79 Lac (13,79,362) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 13.84 Lac (13,83,714) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 13.88 Lac (13,88,038) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Dhenkanal District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 13.88 Lac (13,88,038), with a male population of 7.06 Lac (7,06,156) and a female population of 6.82 Lac (6,81,664). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Dhenkanal District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.