Motunga Population
As per the 2011 Census, Motunga Tehsil has a population of 62.01 k (62,014) with 32.30 k (32,296) males and 29.72 k (29,718) females.The sex ratio in Motunga is 921, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Motunga Tehsil is 7.15 k (7,149) which is 11.53% of Motunga Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Motunga Tehsil is 863 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Motunga Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Dhenkanal District in the state of ODISHA in India.
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Motunga Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Motunga Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 68.67 k (68,669), indicating a 10.73% increased from Motunga 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 35.59 k, and the estimated female population is 33.07 k.
Motunga Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Motunga Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 69.10 k (69,095), projecting a 11.42% increased from Motunga 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 35.79 k, and the estimated female population is 33.29 k.
Motunga Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Motunga Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 61.80 k (61,795), accounting for 99.65% of the Motunga Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 32.16 k (32,159), and the Hindu female population is around 29.64 k (29,636).
Motunga Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Motunga Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 120 (120), accounting for 0.19% of the Motunga Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 80 (80), and the Muslim female population is around 40 (40).
Motunga Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 61,795 | 99.65% |
| Muslim | 120 | 0.19% |
| Religion not stated | 55 | 0.09% |
| Sikh | 25 | 0.04% |
| Christian | 18 | 0.03% |
| Buddhist | 1 | 0% |
| Jain | 0 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMotunga Urban Population
The Urban population of Motunga Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Motunga total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Motunga Rural Population
The Rural population of Motunga Tehsil is 62.01 k (62,014), with 32.30 k (32,296) being males and 29.72 k (29,718) being females, making up 100% of the Motunga total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 921 females for every 1000 males.
Motunga Literacy Rate
Motunga Tehsil has a literacy rate of 81.43% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Motunga Tehsil is 89.15 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Motunga Tehsil is 73.11 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Motunga Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Motunga Tehsil, it is around 81.43%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Motunga
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81.43 | 89.15 | 73.11 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 81.43 | 89.15 | 73.11 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Motunga
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 81.43 | 89.18 | 73.1 |
| Muslim | 78.5 | 73.61 | 88.57 |
| Religion not stated | 73.33 | 90.91 | 56.52 |
| Sikh | 91.3 | 100 | 66.67 |
Motunga Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Motunga Tehsil is 15.23 k (15,234) with 7.71 k (7,705) males and 7.53 k (7,529) females, which is 24.57% of Motunga Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 978 females for every 1000 males.
Motunga Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Motunga Tehsil is 4.11 k (4,108) with 2.10 k (2,098) males and 2.01 k (2,010) females, which is 6.62% of Motunga Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 959 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Motunga
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 921 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 921 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Motunga
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 922 |
| Muslim | 500 |
| Religion not stated | 1038 |
| Sikh | 316 |
Motunga Area & Households
The Total Area of Motunga Tehsil is 123.61 Square KM, with a population density of 502 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Motunga Tehsil are 66.The Total Number of households in Motunga Tehsil are 14.71 k(14,709).
Motunga Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Motunga Tehsil, there are about 21.36 k (21,364) workers, making up nearly 34.45% of the Motunga Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 17.90 k (17,902) are male workers, and about 3.46 k (3,462) are female workers.
Motunga - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 68.67 k (68,669) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 69.10 k (69,095) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 69.46 k (69,464) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 69.79 k (69,790) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 70.12 k (70,118) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 70.44 k (70,444) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 70.77 k (70,771) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 71.04 k (71,039) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 71.26 k (71,264) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 71.49 k (71,490) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 71.71 k (71,713) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 71.94 k (71,940) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 72.16 k (72,164) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Motunga Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 72.16 k (72,164), with a male population of 37.23 k (37,229) and a female population of 34.91 k (34,914). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Motunga Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.