Khunta Population
As per the 2011 Census, Khunta Tehsil has a population of 1.24 Lac (1,23,616) with 61.12 k (61,119) males and 62.50 k (62,497) females.The sex ratio in Khunta is 1023, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Khunta Tehsil is 16.09 k (16,085) which is 13.01% of Khunta Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Khunta Tehsil is 968 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Khunta Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Mayurbhanj District in the state of ODISHA in India.
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Khunta Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Khunta Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 1.37 Lac (1,36,881), indicating a 10.73% increased from Khunta's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 67.35 k, and the estimated female population is 69.55 k.
Khunta Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Khunta Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 1.38 Lac (1,37,730), projecting a 11.42% increased from Khunta's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 67.74 k, and the estimated female population is 70.01 k.
Khunta Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Khunta Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 1.11 Lac (1,10,635), accounting for 89.5% of the Khunta Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 54.78 k (54,784), and the Hindu female population is around 55.85 k (55,851).
Khunta Other religions and persuasions Population
Other religions and persuasions is the second most popular religion in Khunta Tehsil, with a total Other religions and persuasions population of 12.31 k (12,311), accounting for 9.96% of the Khunta Tehsil population. Out of this, the Other religions and persuasions male population stands at approximately 6.00 k (5,998), and the Other religions and persuasions female population is around 6.31 k (6,313).
Khunta Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,10,635 | 89.5% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 12,311 | 9.96% |
| Religion not stated | 230 | 0.19% |
| Muslim | 216 | 0.17% |
| Christian | 198 | 0.16% |
| Sikh | 13 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 7 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 6 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationKhunta Urban Population
The Urban population of Khunta Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Khunta total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Khunta Rural Population
The Rural population of Khunta Tehsil is 1.24 Lac (1,23,616), with 61.12 k (61,119) being males and 62.50 k (62,497) being females, making up 100% of the Khunta total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1023 females for every 1000 males.
Khunta Literacy Rate
Khunta Tehsil has a literacy rate of 62.38% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Khunta Tehsil is 72.99 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Khunta Tehsil is 52.09 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Khunta Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Khunta Tehsil, it is around 62.38%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Khunta
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 62.38 | 72.99 | 52.09 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 62.38 | 72.99 | 52.09 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Khunta
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 63.31 | 73.68 | 53.21 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 53.9 | 66.42 | 42.07 |
| Religion not stated | 58.33 | 73.56 | 44.09 |
| Muslim | 74.37 | 81.37 | 67.01 |
Khunta Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Khunta Tehsil is 10.90 k (10,898) with 5.37 k (5,365) males and 5.53 k (5,533) females, which is 8.82% of Khunta Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1032 females for every 1000 males.
Khunta Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Khunta Tehsil is 82.00 k (81,997) with 40.15 k (40,153) males and 41.84 k (41,844) females, which is 66.33% of Khunta Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1043 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Khunta
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1023 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 1023 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Khunta
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1020 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1053 |
| Religion not stated | 1091 |
| Muslim | 1000 |
Khunta Area & Households
The Total Area of Khunta Tehsil is 291.44 Square KM, with a population density of 424 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Khunta Tehsil are 226.The Total Number of households in Khunta Tehsil are 29.83 k(29,834).
Khunta Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Khunta Tehsil, there are about 63.27 k (63,267) workers, making up nearly 51.18% of the Khunta Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 36.16 k (36,162) are male workers, and about 27.11 k (27,105) are female workers.
Khunta - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.37 Lac (1,36,881) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 1.38 Lac (1,37,730) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 1.38 Lac (1,38,466) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 1.39 Lac (1,39,116) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 1.40 Lac (1,39,769) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 1.40 Lac (1,40,419) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 1.41 Lac (1,41,072) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 1.42 Lac (1,41,605) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 1.42 Lac (1,42,053) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 1.43 Lac (1,42,504) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 1.43 Lac (1,42,950) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 1.43 Lac (1,43,401) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 1.44 Lac (1,43,849) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Khunta Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 1.44 Lac (1,43,849), with a male population of 70.45 k (70,454) and a female population of 73.42 k (73,424). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Khunta Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.