Koraput Population
As per the 2011 Census, Koraput District has a population of 13.80 Lac (13,79,647) with 6.79 Lac (6,78,809) males and 7.01 Lac (7,00,838) females.The sex ratio in Koraput is 1033, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Koraput District is 2.25 Lac (2,25,126) which is 16.32% of Koraput District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Koraput District is 980 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Koraput District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Koraput Population Census 2011
- Koraput 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
Koraput Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Koraput District current estimated population is projected to be 15.28 Lac (15,27,690), indicating a 10.73% increased from Koraput's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 7.48 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.80 Lac.
Koraput Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Koraput District estimated population is projected to be 15.37 Lac (15,37,169), projecting a 11.42% increased from Koraput's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 7.52 Lac, and the estimated female population is 7.85 Lac.
Koraput Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Koraput District, with a total Hindu population of 12.94 Lac (12,94,151), accounting for 93.8% of the Koraput District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 6.36 Lac (6,36,421), and the Hindu female population is around 6.58 Lac (6,57,730).
Koraput Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Koraput District, with a total Christian population of 68.55 k (68,550), accounting for 4.97% of the Koraput District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 33.72 k (33,719), and the Christian female population is around 34.83 k (34,831).
Koraput Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 12,94,151 | 93.8% |
| Christian | 68,550 | 4.97% |
| Muslim | 8,850 | 0.64% |
| Religion not stated | 3,484 | 0.25% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 3,384 | 0.25% |
| Sikh | 518 | 0.04% |
| Jain | 491 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 219 | 0.02% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKoraput Urban Population
The Urban population of Koraput District is 2.26 Lac (2,26,169), with 1.15 Lac (1,15,038) being males and 1.11 Lac (1,11,131) being females, making up 16.39% of the Koraput total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 967 females for every 1000 males.
Koraput Rural Population
The Rural population of Koraput District is 11.53 Lac (11,53,478), with 5.64 Lac (5,63,771) being males and 5.90 Lac (5,89,707) being females, making up 83.61% of the Koraput total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1047 females for every 1000 males.
Koraput Literacy Rate
Koraput District has a literacy rate of 49.21% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Koraput District is 60.32 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Koraput District is 38.55 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Koraput District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 81.8%, while in the rural regions of Koraput District, it is around 42.37%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Koraput
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 49.21 | 60.32 | 38.55 |
| Urban Area | 81.8 | 88.48 | 74.9 |
| Rural Area | 42.37 | 54.14 | 31.26 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Koraput
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 48.27 | 59.46 | 37.56 |
| Christian | 63.49 | 73.67 | 53.73 |
| Muslim | 74.91 | 82.55 | 66.45 |
| Religion not stated | 59.58 | 69.46 | 49.66 |
Koraput Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Koraput District is 1.97 Lac (1,96,540) with 96.79 k (96,789) males and 99.75 k (99,751) females, which is 14.25% of Koraput District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1031 females for every 1000 males.
Koraput Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Koraput District is 6.98 Lac (6,97,583) with 3.37 Lac (3,37,373) males and 3.60 Lac (3,60,210) females, which is 50.56% of Koraput District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1068 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Koraput
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1033 |
| Urban Area | 967 |
| Rural Area | 1047 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Koraput
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1034 |
| Christian | 1033 |
| Muslim | 912 |
| Religion not stated | 985 |
Koraput Area & Households
The Total Area of Koraput District is 8,807 Square KM, with a population density of 157 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Koraput District are 7 and the Total Number of Villages in Koraput District are 2,042.The Total Number of households in Koraput District are 3.38 Lac(3,37,677).
Koraput Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Koraput District, there are about 6.93 Lac (6,93,406) workers, making up nearly 50.26% of the Koraput District total population. Out of these, around 3.84 Lac (3,84,053) are male workers, and about 3.09 Lac (3,09,353) are female workers.
Koraput - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Koraput district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,97,440, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 13,79,647 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 20.54% 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 15.18%.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.
Koraput District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,97,440 to 13,79,647.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 20.54%.
- 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 | 2.97 Lac | --- | --- | 1.51 Lac | 1.46 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.58 Lac | 60.15 k | 20.22189349 | 1.79 Lac | 1.79 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.46 Lac | -11.15 k | -3.118113583 | 1.73 Lac | 1.73 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.09 Lac | 62.13 k | 17.93394489 | 2.04 Lac | 2.05 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.84 Lac | 75.78 k | 18.54770809 | 2.43 Lac | 2.42 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.44 Lac | 59.94 k | 12.37498658 | 2.75 Lac | 2.70 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.93 Lac | 49.01 k | 9.005192123 | 2.99 Lac | 2.94 Lac |
| 1971 | 7.15 Lac | 1.22 Lac | 20.53581662 | 3.62 Lac | 3.54 Lac |
| 1981 | 8.59 Lac | 1.43 Lac | 20.04743134 | 4.32 Lac | 4.27 Lac |
| 1991 | 10.30 Lac | 1.71 Lac | 19.92659341 | 5.17 Lac | 5.13 Lac |
| 2001 | 11.81 Lac | 1.51 Lac | 14.67204493 | 5.91 Lac | 5.90 Lac |
| 2011 | 13.80 Lac | 1.99 Lac | 16.85615477 | 6.79 Lac | 7.01 Lac |
Koraput - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15.28 Lac (15,27,690) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 15.37 Lac (15,37,169) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 15.45 Lac (15,45,374) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 15.53 Lac (15,52,630) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 15.60 Lac (15,59,920) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 15.67 Lac (15,67,176) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 15.74 Lac (15,74,466) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 15.80 Lac (15,80,415) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 15.85 Lac (15,85,416) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 15.90 Lac (15,90,450) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 15.95 Lac (15,95,419) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 16.00 Lac (16,00,452) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 16.05 Lac (16,05,454) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Koraput District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 16.05 Lac (16,05,454), with a male population of 7.82 Lac (7,82,485) and a female population of 8.23 Lac (8,23,373). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Koraput District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.65%.