Rayagada Population
As per the 2011 Census, Rayagada Tehsil has a population of 46.20 k (46,196) with 22.17 k (22,170) males and 24.03 k (24,026) females.The sex ratio in Rayagada is 1084, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Rayagada Tehsil is 6.74 k (6,736) which is 14.58% of Rayagada Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Rayagada Tehsil is 1015 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Rayagada Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Gajapati District in the state of ODISHA in India.
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Rayagada Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Rayagada Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 51.15 k (51,154), indicating a 10.73% increased from Rayagada 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 24.43 k, and the estimated female population is 26.74 k.
Rayagada Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Rayagada Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 51.47 k (51,471), projecting a 11.42% increased from Rayagada 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 24.57 k, and the estimated female population is 26.91 k.
Rayagada Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Rayagada Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 35.42 k (35,418), accounting for 76.67% of the Rayagada Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 17.06 k (17,057), and the Hindu female population is around 18.36 k (18,361).
Rayagada Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Rayagada Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 10.48 k (10,482), accounting for 22.69% of the Rayagada Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 4.99 k (4,993), and the Christian female population is around 5.49 k (5,489).
Rayagada Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 35,418 | 76.67% |
| Christian | 10,482 | 22.69% |
| Religion not stated | 163 | 0.35% |
| Muslim | 73 | 0.16% |
| Buddhist | 50 | 0.11% |
| Sikh | 6 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 4 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationRayagada Urban Population
The Urban population of Rayagada Tehsil is 4.66 k (4,662), with 2.34 k (2,336) being males and 2.33 k (2,326) being females, making up 10.09% of the Rayagada total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 996 females for every 1000 males.
Rayagada Rural Population
The Rural population of Rayagada Tehsil is 41.53 k (41,534), with 19.83 k (19,834) being males and 21.70 k (21,700) being females, making up 89.91% of the Rayagada total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1095 females for every 1000 males.
Rayagada Literacy Rate
Rayagada Tehsil has a literacy rate of 51.92% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Rayagada Tehsil is 62.73 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Rayagada Tehsil is 42.04 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Rayagada Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 77.87%, while in the rural regions of Rayagada Tehsil, it is around 48.83%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Rayagada
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 51.92 | 62.73 | 42.04 |
| Urban Area | 77.87 | 85.66 | 70.12 |
| Rural Area | 48.83 | 59.87 | 38.85 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Rayagada
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 50.9 | 61.42 | 41.24 |
| Christian | 54.88 | 66.81 | 44.16 |
| Religion not stated | 75.52 | 78.57 | 73.56 |
| Muslim | 50.82 | 82.61 | 31.58 |
Rayagada Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Rayagada Tehsil is 1.32 k (1,322) with 651 (651) males and 671 (671) females, which is 2.86% of Rayagada Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1031 females for every 1000 males.
Rayagada Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Rayagada Tehsil is 35.47 k (35,470) with 16.86 k (16,863) males and 18.61 k (18,607) females, which is 76.78% of Rayagada Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1104 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Rayagada
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1084 |
| Urban Area | 996 |
| Rural Area | 1095 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Rayagada
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1077 |
| Christian | 1100 |
| Religion not stated | 1470 |
| Muslim | 1608 |
Rayagada Area & Households
The Total Area of Rayagada Tehsil is 330.44 Square KM, with a population density of 140 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Rayagada Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Rayagada Tehsil are 119.The Total Number of households in Rayagada Tehsil are 10.63 k(10,631).
Rayagada Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Rayagada Tehsil, there are about 25.56 k (25,557) workers, making up nearly 55.32% of the Rayagada Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 12.76 k (12,763) are male workers, and about 12.79 k (12,794) are female workers.
Rayagada - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 51.15 k (51,154) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 51.47 k (51,471) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 51.75 k (51,746) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 51.99 k (51,989) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 52.23 k (52,233) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 52.48 k (52,476) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 52.72 k (52,720) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 52.92 k (52,919) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 53.09 k (53,086) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 53.26 k (53,255) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 53.42 k (53,421) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 53.59 k (53,590) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 53.76 k (53,757) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Rayagada Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 53.76 k (53,757), with a male population of 25.56 k (25,557) and a female population of 28.23 k (28,227). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Rayagada Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.