Ganjam Population
As per the 2011 Census, Ganjam District has a population of 35.29 Lac (35,29,031) with 17.79 Lac (17,79,218) males and 17.50 Lac (17,49,813) females.The sex ratio in Ganjam is 984, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Ganjam District is 4.20 Lac (4,20,158) which is 11.91% of Ganjam District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Ganjam District is 909 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Ganjam District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Ganjam Population Census 2011
- Ganjam 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
Ganjam Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Ganjam District current estimated population is projected to be 39.08 Lac (39,07,712), indicating a 10.73% increased from Ganjam's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 19.60 Lac, and the estimated female population is 19.47 Lac.
Ganjam Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Ganjam District estimated population is projected to be 39.32 Lac (39,31,960), projecting a 11.42% increased from Ganjam's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 19.72 Lac, and the estimated female population is 19.60 Lac.
Ganjam Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Ganjam District, with a total Hindu population of 34.86 Lac (34,86,059), accounting for 98.78% of the Ganjam District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 17.58 Lac (17,57,552), and the Hindu female population is around 17.29 Lac (17,28,507).
Ganjam Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Ganjam District, with a total Christian population of 23.98 k (23,975), accounting for 0.68% of the Ganjam District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 11.85 k (11,845), and the Christian female population is around 12.13 k (12,130).
Ganjam Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 34,86,059 | 98.78% |
| Christian | 23,975 | 0.68% |
| Muslim | 13,315 | 0.38% |
| Religion not stated | 4,672 | 0.13% |
| Sikh | 590 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 174 | 0% |
| Jain | 170 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 76 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationGanjam Urban Population
The Urban population of Ganjam District is 7.68 Lac (7,68,001), with 3.96 Lac (3,95,582) being males and 3.72 Lac (3,72,419) being females, making up 21.76% of the Ganjam total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 942 females for every 1000 males.
Ganjam Rural Population
The Rural population of Ganjam District is 27.61 Lac (27,61,030), with 13.84 Lac (13,83,636) being males and 13.77 Lac (13,77,394) being females, making up 78.24% of the Ganjam total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 996 females for every 1000 males.
Ganjam Literacy Rate
Ganjam District has a literacy rate of 71.09% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Ganjam District is 80.99 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Ganjam District is 61.13 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Ganjam District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.28%, while in the rural regions of Ganjam District, it is around 67.61%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Ganjam
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71.09 | 80.99 | 61.13 |
| Urban Area | 83.28 | 89.29 | 76.93 |
| Rural Area | 67.61 | 78.54 | 56.77 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Ganjam
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 71.1 | 81.04 | 61.11 |
| Christian | 62.87 | 70.51 | 55.54 |
| Muslim | 79.15 | 83.65 | 74.29 |
| Religion not stated | 74.74 | 82.71 | 66.54 |
Ganjam Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Ganjam District is 6.88 Lac (6,88,235) with 3.42 Lac (3,42,111) males and 3.46 Lac (3,46,124) females, which is 19.5% of Ganjam District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1012 females for every 1000 males.
Ganjam Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Ganjam District is 1.19 Lac (1,18,928) with 59.17 k (59,172) males and 59.76 k (59,756) females, which is 3.37% of Ganjam District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1010 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Ganjam
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 |
| Urban Area | 942 |
| Rural Area | 996 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Ganjam
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 984 |
| Christian | 1025 |
| Muslim | 933 |
| Religion not stated | 930 |
Ganjam Area & Households
The Total Area of Ganjam District is 8,206 Square KM, with a population density of 430 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Ganjam District are 39 and the Total Number of Villages in Ganjam District are 3,195.The Total Number of households in Ganjam District are 7.58 Lac(7,58,267).
Ganjam Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Ganjam District, there are about 15.02 Lac (15,01,772) workers, making up nearly 42.55% of the Ganjam District total population. Out of these, around 9.90 Lac (9,90,027) are male workers, and about 5.12 Lac (5,11,745) are female workers.
Ganjam - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Ganjam district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 9,57,123, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 35,29,031 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 22.51% 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 12.81%.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.
Ganjam District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 9,57,123 to 35,29,031.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 22.51%.
- 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 | 9.57 Lac | --- | --- | 4.52 Lac | 5.06 Lac |
| 1911 | 10.64 Lac | 1.07 Lac | 11.18445592 | 4.93 Lac | 5.71 Lac |
| 1921 | 10.30 Lac | -34.55 k | -3.246561646 | 4.63 Lac | 5.66 Lac |
| 1931 | 11.66 Lac | 1.36 Lac | 13.23639818 | 5.32 Lac | 6.34 Lac |
| 1941 | 13.08 Lac | 1.42 Lac | 12.1920426 | 6.03 Lac | 7.05 Lac |
| 1951 | 13.62 Lac | 53.78 k | 4.111062523 | 6.40 Lac | 7.22 Lac |
| 1961 | 15.87 Lac | 2.26 Lac | 16.56813511 | 7.59 Lac | 8.29 Lac |
| 1971 | 19.45 Lac | 3.57 Lac | 22.51286803 | 9.51 Lac | 9.94 Lac |
| 1981 | 22.68 Lac | 3.23 Lac | 16.59690957 | 11.16 Lac | 11.52 Lac |
| 1991 | 27.04 Lac | 4.36 Lac | 19.2460139 | 13.48 Lac | 13.56 Lac |
| 2001 | 31.61 Lac | 4.57 Lac | 16.88496836 | 15.82 Lac | 15.79 Lac |
| 2011 | 35.29 Lac | 3.68 Lac | 11.65575905 | 17.79 Lac | 17.50 Lac |
Ganjam - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 39.08 Lac (39,07,712) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 39.32 Lac (39,31,960) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 39.53 Lac (39,52,947) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 39.72 Lac (39,71,509) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 39.90 Lac (39,90,154) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 40.09 Lac (40,08,716) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 40.27 Lac (40,27,362) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 40.43 Lac (40,42,579) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 40.55 Lac (40,55,372) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 40.68 Lac (40,68,248) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 40.81 Lac (40,80,957) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 40.94 Lac (40,93,834) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 41.07 Lac (41,06,626) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Ganjam District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 41.07 Lac (41,06,626), with a male population of 20.51 Lac (20,50,961) and a female population of 20.56 Lac (20,55,750). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Ganjam District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.65%.