Jharsuguda Population
As per the 2011 Census, Jharsuguda District has a population of 5.80 Lac (5,79,505) with 2.97 Lac (2,96,690) males and 2.83 Lac (2,82,815) females.The sex ratio in Jharsuguda is 954, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Jharsuguda District is 64.79 k (64,794) which is 11.18% of Jharsuguda District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Jharsuguda District is 944 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Jharsuguda District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Jharsuguda Population Census 2011
- Jharsuguda 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
Jharsuguda Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Jharsuguda District current estimated population is projected to be 6.42 Lac (6,41,689), indicating a 10.73% increased from Jharsuguda's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.27 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.15 Lac.
Jharsuguda Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Jharsuguda District estimated population is projected to be 6.46 Lac (6,45,671), projecting a 11.42% increased from Jharsuguda's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.29 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.17 Lac.
Jharsuguda Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Jharsuguda District, with a total Hindu population of 5.54 Lac (5,53,587), accounting for 95.53% of the Jharsuguda District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.83 Lac (2,83,460), and the Hindu female population is around 2.70 Lac (2,70,127).
Jharsuguda Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Jharsuguda District, with a total Muslim population of 12.78 k (12,783), accounting for 2.21% of the Jharsuguda District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 6.96 k (6,959), and the Muslim female population is around 5.82 k (5,824).
Jharsuguda Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 5,53,587 | 95.53% |
| Muslim | 12,783 | 2.21% |
| Christian | 10,462 | 1.81% |
| Sikh | 1,441 | 0.25% |
| Religion not stated | 1,015 | 0.18% |
| Buddhist | 80 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 70 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 67 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationJharsuguda Urban Population
The Urban population of Jharsuguda District is 2.31 Lac (2,31,165), with 1.21 Lac (1,20,528) being males and 1.11 Lac (1,10,637) being females, making up 39.89% of the Jharsuguda total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 918 females for every 1000 males.
Jharsuguda Rural Population
The Rural population of Jharsuguda District is 3.48 Lac (3,48,340), with 1.76 Lac (1,76,162) being males and 1.72 Lac (1,72,178) being females, making up 60.11% of the Jharsuguda total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 978 females for every 1000 males.
Jharsuguda Literacy Rate
Jharsuguda District has a literacy rate of 78.86% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Jharsuguda District is 86.61 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Jharsuguda District is 70.73 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Jharsuguda District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 83.92%, while in the rural regions of Jharsuguda District, it is around 75.54%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Jharsuguda
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78.86 | 86.61 | 70.73 |
| Urban Area | 83.92 | 90.05 | 77.24 |
| Rural Area | 75.54 | 84.29 | 66.61 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Jharsuguda
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 78.62 | 86.54 | 70.31 |
| Muslim | 81.92 | 85.91 | 77.04 |
| Christian | 85.71 | 90.16 | 81.85 |
| Sikh | 93.16 | 95.55 | 90.47 |
Jharsuguda Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Jharsuguda District is 1.05 Lac (1,04,620) with 52.58 k (52,580) males and 52.04 k (52,040) females, which is 18.05% of Jharsuguda District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 990 females for every 1000 males.
Jharsuguda Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Jharsuguda District is 1.77 Lac (1,76,758) with 88.27 k (88,273) males and 88.49 k (88,485) females, which is 30.5% of Jharsuguda District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1003 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Jharsuguda
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 954 |
| Urban Area | 918 |
| Rural Area | 978 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Jharsuguda
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 953 |
| Muslim | 837 |
| Christian | 1147 |
| Sikh | 889 |
Jharsuguda Area & Households
The Total Area of Jharsuguda District is 2,114 Square KM, with a population density of 274 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Jharsuguda District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Jharsuguda District are 351.The Total Number of households in Jharsuguda District are 1.36 Lac(1,36,061).
Jharsuguda Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Jharsuguda District, there are about 2.48 Lac (2,47,707) workers, making up nearly 42.74% of the Jharsuguda District total population. Out of these, around 1.72 Lac (1,72,018) are male workers, and about 75.69 k (75,689) are female workers.
Jharsuguda - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Jharsuguda district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,42,665, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 5,79,505 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1981. The growth rate of 25.74% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 13.76%.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.
Jharsuguda District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,42,665 to 5,79,505.
- The year 1981 stands out with a growth rate of 25.74%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.43 Lac | --- | --- | 70.69 k | 71.98 k |
| 1911 | 1.65 Lac | 22.54 k | 15.79784811 | 81.43 k | 83.77 k |
| 1921 | 1.73 Lac | 7.50 k | 4.537447867 | 84.93 k | 87.77 k |
| 1931 | 1.93 Lac | 20.30 k | 11.75339753 | 94.44 k | 98.56 k |
| 1941 | 2.17 Lac | 24.38 k | 12.63283885 | 1.07 Lac | 1.11 Lac |
| 1951 | 2.35 Lac | 17.94 k | 8.250604937 | 1.17 Lac | 1.19 Lac |
| 1961 | 2.47 Lac | 11.87 k | 5.045195123 | 1.25 Lac | 1.22 Lac |
| 1971 | 2.93 Lac | 45.69 k | 18.48453587 | 1.49 Lac | 1.43 Lac |
| 1981 | 3.68 Lac | 75.38 k | 25.73614772 | 1.88 Lac | 1.80 Lac |
| 1991 | 4.47 Lac | 78.48 k | 21.31019332 | 2.31 Lac | 2.16 Lac |
| 2001 | 5.15 Lac | 68.13 k | 15.25028765 | 2.65 Lac | 2.50 Lac |
| 2011 | 5.80 Lac | 64.65 k | 12.55737074 | 2.97 Lac | 2.83 Lac |
Jharsuguda - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6.42 Lac (6,41,689) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 6.46 Lac (6,45,671) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 6.49 Lac (6,49,117) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 6.52 Lac (6,52,165) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 6.55 Lac (6,55,227) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 6.58 Lac (6,58,275) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 6.61 Lac (6,61,337) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 6.64 Lac (6,63,836) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 6.66 Lac (6,65,936) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 6.68 Lac (6,68,051) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 6.70 Lac (6,70,138) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 6.72 Lac (6,72,252) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 6.74 Lac (6,74,353) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Jharsuguda District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 6.74 Lac (6,74,353), with a male population of 3.42 Lac (3,42,004) and a female population of 3.32 Lac (3,32,263). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Jharsuguda District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.