Raikia Population
As per the 2011 Census, Raikia Tehsil has a population of 52.83 k (52,830) with 25.80 k (25,798) males and 27.03 k (27,032) females.The sex ratio in Raikia is 1048, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Raikia Tehsil is 7.10 k (7,103) which is 13.45% of Raikia Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Raikia Tehsil is 951 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Raikia Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Kandhamal District in the state of ODISHA in India.
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Raikia Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Raikia Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 58.50 k (58,499), indicating a 10.73% increased from Raikia's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 28.43 k, and the estimated female population is 30.08 k.
Raikia Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Raikia Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 58.86 k (58,862), projecting a 11.42% increased from Raikia's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 28.59 k, and the estimated female population is 30.28 k.
Raikia Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Raikia Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 42.05 k (42,050), accounting for 79.59% of the Raikia Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 20.52 k (20,518), and the Hindu female population is around 21.53 k (21,532).
Raikia Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Raikia Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 10.55 k (10,549), accounting for 19.97% of the Raikia Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 5.16 k (5,157), and the Christian female population is around 5.39 k (5,392).
Raikia Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 42,050 | 79.59% |
| Christian | 10,549 | 19.97% |
| Muslim | 103 | 0.19% |
| Religion not stated | 98 | 0.19% |
| Jain | 18 | 0.03% |
| Buddhist | 9 | 0.02% |
| Sikh | 3 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationRaikia Urban Population
The Urban population of Raikia Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Raikia total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Raikia Rural Population
The Rural population of Raikia Tehsil is 52.83 k (52,830), with 25.80 k (25,798) being males and 27.03 k (27,032) being females, making up 100% of the Raikia total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1048 females for every 1000 males.
Raikia Literacy Rate
Raikia Tehsil has a literacy rate of 67.69% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Raikia Tehsil is 79.32 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Raikia Tehsil is 56.75 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Raikia Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Raikia Tehsil, it is around 67.69%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Raikia
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67.69 | 79.32 | 56.75 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 67.69 | 79.32 | 56.75 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Raikia
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 65.84 | 77.73 | 54.66 |
| Christian | 75.01 | 85.71 | 64.94 |
| Muslim | 73.63 | 80.85 | 65.91 |
| Religion not stated | 54.93 | 61.54 | 46.88 |
Raikia Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Raikia Tehsil is 6.44 k (6,444) with 3.16 k (3,161) males and 3.28 k (3,283) females, which is 12.2% of Raikia Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1039 females for every 1000 males.
Raikia Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Raikia Tehsil is 29.66 k (29,660) with 14.27 k (14,269) males and 15.39 k (15,391) females, which is 56.14% of Raikia Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1079 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Raikia
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1048 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 1048 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Raikia
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1050 |
| Christian | 1046 |
| Muslim | 981 |
| Religion not stated | 750 |
Raikia Area & Households
The Total Area of Raikia Tehsil is 493.93 Square KM, with a population density of 107 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Raikia Tehsil are 143.The Total Number of households in Raikia Tehsil are 12.71 k(12,712).
Raikia Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Raikia Tehsil, there are about 26.44 k (26,444) workers, making up nearly 50.05% of the Raikia Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 14.33 k (14,328) are male workers, and about 12.12 k (12,116) are female workers.
Raikia - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 58.50 k (58,499) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 58.86 k (58,862) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 59.18 k (59,177) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 59.45 k (59,454) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 59.73 k (59,734) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 60.01 k (60,011) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 60.29 k (60,291) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 60.52 k (60,518) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 60.71 k (60,710) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 60.90 k (60,903) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 61.09 k (61,093) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 61.29 k (61,286) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 61.48 k (61,477) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Raikia Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 61.48 k (61,477), with a male population of 29.74 k (29,739) and a female population of 31.76 k (31,759). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Raikia Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.