Motu Population
As per the 2011 Census, Motu Tehsil has a population of 34.88 k (34,876) with 17.40 k (17,403) males and 17.47 k (17,473) females.The sex ratio in Motu is 1005, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Motu Tehsil is 5.84 k (5,844) which is 16.76% of Motu Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Motu Tehsil is 1012 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Motu Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Malkangiri District in the state of ODISHA in India.
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Motu Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Motu Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 38.62 k (38,619), indicating a 10.73% increased from Motu 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 19.18 k, and the estimated female population is 19.45 k.
Motu Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Motu Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 38.86 k (38,858), projecting a 11.42% increased from Motu 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 19.29 k, and the estimated female population is 19.57 k.
Motu Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Motu Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 33.52 k (33,523), accounting for 96.12% of the Motu Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 16.72 k (16,722), and the Hindu female population is around 16.80 k (16,801).
Motu Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Motu Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 1.20 k (1,203), accounting for 3.45% of the Motu Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 597 (597), and the Christian female population is around 606 (606).
Motu Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 33,523 | 96.12% |
| Christian | 1,203 | 3.45% |
| Muslim | 107 | 0.31% |
| Religion not stated | 32 | 0.09% |
| Sikh | 10 | 0.03% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1 | 0% |
| Buddhist | 0 | 0% |
| Jain | 0 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMotu Urban Population
The Urban population of Motu Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Motu total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Motu Rural Population
The Rural population of Motu Tehsil is 34.88 k (34,876), with 17.40 k (17,403) being males and 17.47 k (17,473) being females, making up 100% of the Motu total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1005 females for every 1000 males.
Motu Literacy Rate
Motu Tehsil has a literacy rate of 45.26% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Motu Tehsil is 53.87 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Motu Tehsil is 36.67 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Motu Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Motu Tehsil, it is around 45.26%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Motu
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45.26 | 53.87 | 36.67 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 45.26 | 53.87 | 36.67 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Motu
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 44.98 | 53.59 | 36.39 |
| Christian | 50.35 | 57.63 | 43.2 |
| Muslim | 72.16 | 88.68 | 52.27 |
| Religion not stated | 44 | 53.85 | 33.33 |
Motu Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Motu Tehsil is 11.25 k (11,253) with 5.72 k (5,715) males and 5.54 k (5,538) females, which is 32.27% of Motu Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 970 females for every 1000 males.
Motu Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Motu Tehsil is 16.88 k (16,883) with 8.16 k (8,164) males and 8.72 k (8,719) females, which is 48.41% of Motu Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1068 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Motu
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1005 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 1005 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Motu
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1005 |
| Christian | 1016 |
| Muslim | 814 |
| Religion not stated | 778 |
Motu Area & Households
The Total Area of Motu Tehsil is 471.74 Square KM, with a population density of 74 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Motu Tehsil are 57.The Total Number of households in Motu Tehsil are 7.91 k(7,909).
Motu Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Motu Tehsil, there are about 18.38 k (18,377) workers, making up nearly 52.69% of the Motu Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 10.31 k (10,310) are male workers, and about 8.07 k (8,067) are female workers.
Motu - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 38.62 k (38,619) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 38.86 k (38,858) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 39.07 k (39,066) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 39.25 k (39,249) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 39.43 k (39,434) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 39.62 k (39,617) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 39.80 k (39,801) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 39.95 k (39,952) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 40.08 k (40,078) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 40.21 k (40,205) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 40.33 k (40,331) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 40.46 k (40,458) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 40.59 k (40,585) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Motu Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 40.59 k (40,585), with a male population of 20.06 k (20,061) and a female population of 20.53 k (20,528). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Motu Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.