Belaghar Population
As per the 2011 Census, Belaghar Tehsil has a population of 19.51 k (19,506) with 9.38 k (9,381) males and 10.13 k (10,125) females.The sex ratio in Belaghar is 1080, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Belaghar Tehsil is 3.37 k (3,368) which is 17.27% of Belaghar Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Belaghar Tehsil is 1044 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Belaghar Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Kandhamal District in the state of ODISHA in India.
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Belaghar Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Belaghar Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 21.60 k (21,600), indicating a 10.73% increased from Belaghar 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 10.34 k, and the estimated female population is 11.27 k.
Belaghar Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Belaghar Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 21.73 k (21,734), projecting a 11.42% increased from Belaghar 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 10.40 k, and the estimated female population is 11.34 k.
Belaghar Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Belaghar Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 18.91 k (18,908), accounting for 96.93% of the Belaghar Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 9.04 k (9,037), and the Hindu female population is around 9.87 k (9,871).
Belaghar Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Belaghar Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 542 (542), accounting for 2.78% of the Belaghar Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 320 (320), and the Christian female population is around 222 (222).
Belaghar Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 18,908 | 96.93% |
| Christian | 542 | 2.78% |
| Religion not stated | 31 | 0.16% |
| Muslim | 20 | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 3 | 0.02% |
| Sikh | 2 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 0 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationBelaghar Urban Population
The Urban population of Belaghar Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Belaghar total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Belaghar Rural Population
The Rural population of Belaghar Tehsil is 19.51 k (19,506), with 9.38 k (9,381) being males and 10.13 k (10,125) being females, making up 100% of the Belaghar total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1080 females for every 1000 males.
Belaghar Literacy Rate
Belaghar Tehsil has a literacy rate of 39.61% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Belaghar Tehsil is 51.51 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Belaghar Tehsil is 28.66 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Belaghar Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Belaghar Tehsil, it is around 39.61%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Belaghar
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 39.61 | 51.51 | 28.66 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 39.61 | 51.51 | 28.66 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Belaghar
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 38.53 | 50.21 | 27.91 |
| Christian | 77.24 | 87.78 | 62.03 |
| Religion not stated | 38.1 | 40 | 36.36 |
| Muslim | 17.65 | 0 | 0 |
Belaghar Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Belaghar Tehsil is 4.28 k (4,284) with 2.09 k (2,086) males and 2.20 k (2,198) females, which is 21.96% of Belaghar Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1054 females for every 1000 males.
Belaghar Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Belaghar Tehsil is 12.93 k (12,930) with 6.21 k (6,206) males and 6.72 k (6,724) females, which is 66.29% of Belaghar Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1084 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Belaghar
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1080 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 1080 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Belaghar
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1093 |
| Christian | 694 |
| Religion not stated | 1067 |
| Muslim | 2334 |
Belaghar Area & Households
The Total Area of Belaghar Tehsil is 371.07 Square KM, with a population density of 53 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Belaghar Tehsil are 136.The Total Number of households in Belaghar Tehsil are 4.41 k(4,410).
Belaghar Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Belaghar Tehsil, there are about 9.38 k (9,382) workers, making up nearly 48.1% of the Belaghar Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 4.65 k (4,652) are male workers, and about 4.73 k (4,730) are female workers.
Belaghar - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 21.60 k (21,600) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 21.73 k (21,734) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 21.85 k (21,850) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 21.95 k (21,952) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 22.06 k (22,055) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 22.16 k (22,158) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 22.26 k (22,261) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 22.35 k (22,345) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 22.42 k (22,416) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 22.49 k (22,487) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 22.56 k (22,557) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 22.63 k (22,628) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 22.70 k (22,699) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Belaghar Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 22.70 k (22,699), with a male population of 10.81 k (10,814) and a female population of 11.90 k (11,896). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Belaghar Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.