Kalahandi Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kalahandi District has a population of 15.77 Lac (15,76,869) with 7.87 Lac (7,87,101) males and 7.90 Lac (7,89,768) females.The sex ratio in Kalahandi is 1004, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kalahandi District is 2.23 Lac (2,22,570) which is 14.11% of Kalahandi District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kalahandi District is 958 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Kalahandi District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Kalahandi Population Census 2011
- Kalahandi 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
Kalahandi Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kalahandi District current estimated population is projected to be 17.46 Lac (17,46,075), indicating a 10.73% increased from Kalahandi's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 8.67 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.79 Lac.
Kalahandi Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kalahandi District estimated population is projected to be 17.57 Lac (17,56,909), projecting a 11.42% increased from Kalahandi's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 8.72 Lac, and the estimated female population is 8.85 Lac.
Kalahandi Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kalahandi District, with a total Hindu population of 15.55 Lac (15,55,367), accounting for 98.64% of the Kalahandi District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.76 Lac (7,76,421), and the Hindu female population is around 7.79 Lac (7,78,946).
Kalahandi Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Kalahandi District, with a total Christian population of 11.16 k (11,160), accounting for 0.71% of the Kalahandi District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 5.49 k (5,494), and the Christian female population is around 5.67 k (5,666).
Kalahandi Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 15,55,367 | 98.64% |
| Christian | 11,160 | 0.71% |
| Muslim | 4,975 | 0.32% |
| Religion not stated | 2,951 | 0.19% |
| Jain | 1,225 | 0.08% |
| Sikh | 796 | 0.05% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 220 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 175 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKalahandi Urban Population
The Urban population of Kalahandi District is 1.22 Lac (1,21,987), with 62.46 k (62,455) being males and 59.53 k (59,532) being females, making up 7.74% of the Kalahandi total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Kalahandi Rural Population
The Rural population of Kalahandi District is 14.55 Lac (14,54,882), with 7.25 Lac (7,24,646) being males and 7.30 Lac (7,30,236) being females, making up 92.26% of the Kalahandi total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1008 females for every 1000 males.
Kalahandi Literacy Rate
Kalahandi District has a literacy rate of 59.22% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kalahandi District is 71.9 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kalahandi District is 46.68 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Kalahandi District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.6%, while in the rural regions of Kalahandi District, it is around 57.28%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kalahandi
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59.22 | 71.9 | 46.68 |
| Urban Area | 81.6 | 88.38 | 74.52 |
| Rural Area | 57.28 | 70.43 | 44.34 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kalahandi
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 59.02 | 71.76 | 46.43 |
| Christian | 70.86 | 80.39 | 61.67 |
| Muslim | 76.61 | 84.33 | 68.98 |
| Religion not stated | 68.46 | 80.46 | 57.04 |
Kalahandi Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kalahandi District is 2.87 Lac (2,86,580) with 1.42 Lac (1,42,133) males and 1.44 Lac (1,44,447) females, which is 18.17% of Kalahandi District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1017 females for every 1000 males.
Kalahandi Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kalahandi District is 4.49 Lac (4,49,456) with 2.21 Lac (2,21,171) males and 2.28 Lac (2,28,285) females, which is 28.5% of Kalahandi District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1033 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kalahandi
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1004 |
| Urban Area | 954 |
| Rural Area | 1008 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kalahandi
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1004 |
| Christian | 1032 |
| Muslim | 1029 |
| Religion not stated | 969 |
Kalahandi Area & Households
The Total Area of Kalahandi District is 7,920 Square KM, with a population density of 199 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Kalahandi District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Kalahandi District are 2,253.The Total Number of households in Kalahandi District are 4.01 Lac(4,01,251).
Kalahandi Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kalahandi District, there are about 7.52 Lac (7,51,930) workers, making up nearly 47.69% of the Kalahandi District total population. Out of these, around 4.47 Lac (4,47,290) are male workers, and about 3.05 Lac (3,04,640) are female workers.
Kalahandi - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Kalahandi district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,26,578, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 15,76,869 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 21.39% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 15.53%.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.
Kalahandi District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,26,578 to 15,76,869.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 21.39%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 3.27 Lac | --- | --- | 1.63 Lac | 1.64 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.93 Lac | 66.43 k | 20.34062307 | 1.94 Lac | 1.99 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.00 Lac | 7.17 k | 1.824908526 | 1.97 Lac | 2.03 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.76 Lac | 76.23 k | 19.0487733 | 2.34 Lac | 2.42 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.42 Lac | 65.53 k | 13.75441587 | 2.66 Lac | 2.76 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.86 Lac | 43.89 k | 8.0989567 | 2.90 Lac | 2.96 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.80 Lac | 93.78 k | 16.00768147 | 3.36 Lac | 3.43 Lac |
| 1971 | 8.25 Lac | 1.45 Lac | 21.39090232 | 4.10 Lac | 4.15 Lac |
| 1981 | 9.47 Lac | 1.22 Lac | 14.73184036 | 4.71 Lac | 4.75 Lac |
| 1991 | 11.31 Lac | 1.84 Lac | 19.48148406 | 5.66 Lac | 5.65 Lac |
| 2001 | 13.35 Lac | 2.05 Lac | 18.09094149 | 6.68 Lac | 6.68 Lac |
| 2011 | 15.77 Lac | 2.41 Lac | 18.07383635 | 7.87 Lac | 7.90 Lac |
Kalahandi - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 17.46 Lac (17,46,075) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 17.57 Lac (17,56,909) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 17.66 Lac (17,66,287) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 17.75 Lac (17,74,581) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 17.83 Lac (17,82,912) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 17.91 Lac (17,91,206) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 18.00 Lac (17,99,537) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 18.06 Lac (18,06,337) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 18.12 Lac (18,12,053) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 18.18 Lac (18,17,807) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 18.23 Lac (18,23,485) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 18.29 Lac (18,29,239) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 18.35 Lac (18,34,955) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kalahandi District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 18.35 Lac (18,34,955), with a male population of 9.07 Lac (9,07,317) and a female population of 9.28 Lac (9,27,851). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Kalahandi District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.