Kalimela Population
As per the 2011 Census, Kalimela Tehsil has a population of 76.81 k (76,811) with 38.33 k (38,331) males and 38.48 k (38,480) females.The sex ratio in Kalimela is 1004, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Kalimela Tehsil is 12.99 k (12,992) which is 16.91% of Kalimela Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Kalimela Tehsil is 969 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Kalimela Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Malkangiri District in the state of ODISHA in India.
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Kalimela Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Kalimela Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 85.05 k (85,054), indicating a 10.73% increased from Kalimela 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 42.24 k, and the estimated female population is 42.82 k.
Kalimela Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Kalimela Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 85.58 k (85,581), projecting a 11.42% increased from Kalimela 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 42.48 k, and the estimated female population is 43.11 k.
Kalimela Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Kalimela Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 76.18 k (76,184), accounting for 99.18% of the Kalimela Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 37.99 k (37,989), and the Hindu female population is around 38.20 k (38,195).
Kalimela Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Kalimela Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 395 (395), accounting for 0.51% of the Kalimela Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 213 (213), and the Christian female population is around 182 (182).
Kalimela Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 76,184 | 99.18% |
| Christian | 395 | 0.51% |
| Muslim | 162 | 0.21% |
| Religion not stated | 42 | 0.05% |
| Sikh | 22 | 0.03% |
| Buddhist | 4 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 1 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKalimela Urban Population
The Urban population of Kalimela Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Kalimela total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Kalimela Rural Population
The Rural population of Kalimela Tehsil is 76.81 k (76,811), with 38.33 k (38,331) being males and 38.48 k (38,480) being females, making up 100% of the Kalimela total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1004 females for every 1000 males.
Kalimela Literacy Rate
Kalimela Tehsil has a literacy rate of 52.29% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Kalimela Tehsil is 61.8 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Kalimela Tehsil is 42.88 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Kalimela Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Kalimela Tehsil, it is around 52.29%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Kalimela
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 52.29 | 61.8 | 42.88 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 52.29 | 61.8 | 42.88 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Kalimela
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 52.11 | 61.6 | 42.75 |
| Christian | 70.66 | 81.42 | 57.62 |
| Muslim | 77.24 | 84.62 | 68.66 |
| Religion not stated | 60 | 66.67 | 52.94 |
Kalimela Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Kalimela Tehsil is 26.09 k (26,092) with 13.32 k (13,315) males and 12.78 k (12,777) females, which is 33.97% of Kalimela Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 960 females for every 1000 males.
Kalimela Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Kalimela Tehsil is 31.42 k (31,420) with 15.09 k (15,091) males and 16.33 k (16,329) females, which is 40.91% of Kalimela Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1083 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Kalimela
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1004 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 1004 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Kalimela
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1006 |
| Christian | 855 |
| Muslim | 841 |
| Religion not stated | 1000 |
Kalimela Area & Households
The Total Area of Kalimela Tehsil is 824.87 Square KM, with a population density of 93 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Kalimela Tehsil are 112.The Total Number of households in Kalimela Tehsil are 17.19 k(17,185).
Kalimela Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Kalimela Tehsil, there are about 38.58 k (38,578) workers, making up nearly 50.22% of the Kalimela Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 22.05 k (22,051) are male workers, and about 16.53 k (16,527) are female workers.
Kalimela - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 85.05 k (85,054) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 85.58 k (85,581) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 86.04 k (86,038) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 86.44 k (86,442) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 86.85 k (86,848) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 87.25 k (87,252) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 87.66 k (87,658) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 87.99 k (87,989) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 88.27 k (88,268) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 88.55 k (88,548) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 88.82 k (88,824) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 89.11 k (89,105) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 89.38 k (89,383) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Kalimela Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 89.38 k (89,383), with a male population of 44.19 k (44,186) and a female population of 45.21 k (45,208). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Kalimela Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.