Khordha Population
As per the 2011 Census, Khordha District has a population of 22.52 Lac (22,51,673) with 11.67 Lac (11,67,137) males and 10.85 Lac (10,84,536) females.The sex ratio in Khordha is 930, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Khordha District is 2.37 Lac (2,37,394) which is 10.54% of Khordha District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Khordha District is 917 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Khordha District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Khordha Population Census 2011
- Khordha 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
Khordha Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Khordha District current estimated population is projected to be 24.93 Lac (24,93,288), indicating a 10.73% increased from Khordha 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 12.86 Lac, and the estimated female population is 12.07 Lac.
Khordha Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Khordha District estimated population is projected to be 25.09 Lac (25,08,759), projecting a 11.42% increased from Khordha 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 12.94 Lac, and the estimated female population is 12.15 Lac.
Khordha Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Khordha District, with a total Hindu population of 21.48 Lac (21,47,632), accounting for 95.38% of the Khordha District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 11.13 Lac (11,13,361), and the Hindu female population is around 10.34 Lac (10,34,271).
Khordha Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Khordha District, with a total Muslim population of 84.06 k (84,060), accounting for 3.73% of the Khordha District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 43.65 k (43,648), and the Muslim female population is around 40.41 k (40,412).
Khordha Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 21,47,632 | 95.38% |
| Muslim | 84,060 | 3.73% |
| Christian | 12,527 | 0.56% |
| Religion not stated | 4,805 | 0.21% |
| Sikh | 1,264 | 0.06% |
| Jain | 476 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 475 | 0.02% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 434 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKhordha Urban Population
The Urban population of Khordha District is 10.84 Lac (10,84,316), with 5.71 Lac (5,71,328) being males and 5.13 Lac (5,12,988) being females, making up 48.16% of the Khordha total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 898 females for every 1000 males.
Khordha Rural Population
The Rural population of Khordha District is 11.67 Lac (11,67,357), with 5.96 Lac (5,95,809) being males and 5.72 Lac (5,71,548) being females, making up 51.84% of the Khordha total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 960 females for every 1000 males.
Khordha Literacy Rate
Khordha District has a literacy rate of 86.88% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Khordha District is 91.78 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Khordha District is 81.61 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Khordha District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 91.04%, while in the rural regions of Khordha District, it is around 82.95%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Khordha
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86.88 | 91.78 | 81.61 |
| Urban Area | 91.04 | 94.24 | 87.46 |
| Rural Area | 82.95 | 89.38 | 76.28 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Khordha
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 86.94 | 91.85 | 81.67 |
| Muslim | 84.32 | 89.47 | 78.75 |
| Christian | 90.86 | 94.27 | 87.48 |
| Religion not stated | 86.82 | 91.88 | 81.41 |
Khordha Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Khordha District is 2.97 Lac (2,97,472) with 1.52 Lac (1,51,528) males and 1.46 Lac (1,45,944) females, which is 13.21% of Khordha District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 964 females for every 1000 males.
Khordha Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Khordha District is 1.15 Lac (1,15,051) with 59.09 k (59,094) males and 55.96 k (55,957) females, which is 5.11% of Khordha District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 947 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Khordha
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 930 |
| Urban Area | 898 |
| Rural Area | 960 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Khordha
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 929 |
| Muslim | 926 |
| Christian | 1006 |
| Religion not stated | 920 |
Khordha Area & Households
The Total Area of Khordha District is 2,813 Square KM, with a population density of 800 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Khordha District are 13 and the Total Number of Villages in Khordha District are 1,534.The Total Number of households in Khordha District are 4.94 Lac(4,94,212).
Khordha Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Khordha District, there are about 7.92 Lac (7,92,193) workers, making up nearly 35.18% of the Khordha District total population. Out of these, around 6.46 Lac (6,45,880) are male workers, and about 1.46 Lac (1,46,313) are female workers.
Khordha - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Khordha district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 4,70,409, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 22,51,673 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1991. The growth rate of 32.67% 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 16.06%.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.
Khordha District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 4,70,409 to 22,51,673.
- The year 1991 stands out with a growth rate of 32.67%.
- 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 | 4.70 Lac | --- | --- | 2.34 Lac | 2.36 Lac |
| 1911 | 4.80 Lac | 9.24 k | 1.963397809 | 2.37 Lac | 2.43 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.31 Lac | -48.16 k | -10.04138477 | 2.06 Lac | 2.26 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.78 Lac | 46.65 k | 10.81064795 | 2.30 Lac | 2.48 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.17 Lac | 38.59 k | 8.071269618 | 2.48 Lac | 2.68 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.58 Lac | 41.00 k | 7.934486636 | 2.73 Lac | 2.85 Lac |
| 1961 | 6.58 Lac | 1.00 Lac | 17.9938607 | 3.27 Lac | 3.31 Lac |
| 1971 | 8.59 Lac | 2.00 Lac | 30.46485724 | 4.37 Lac | 4.21 Lac |
| 1981 | 11.32 Lac | 2.74 Lac | 31.87079671 | 5.83 Lac | 5.49 Lac |
| 1991 | 15.02 Lac | 3.70 Lac | 32.66541952 | 7.89 Lac | 7.13 Lac |
| 2001 | 18.77 Lac | 3.75 Lac | 24.99184428 | 9.87 Lac | 8.91 Lac |
| 2011 | 22.52 Lac | 3.74 Lac | 19.93602838 | 11.67 Lac | 10.85 Lac |
Khordha - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 24.93 Lac (24,93,288) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 25.09 Lac (25,08,759) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 25.22 Lac (25,22,150) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 25.34 Lac (25,33,993) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 25.46 Lac (25,45,890) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 25.58 Lac (25,57,733) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 25.70 Lac (25,69,630) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 25.79 Lac (25,79,339) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 25.88 Lac (25,87,501) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 25.96 Lac (25,95,717) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 26.04 Lac (26,03,826) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 26.12 Lac (26,12,041) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 26.20 Lac (26,20,204) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Khordha District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 26.20 Lac (26,20,204), with a male population of 13.45 Lac (13,45,396) and a female population of 12.74 Lac (12,74,156). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Khordha District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.