Nayagarh Population
As per the 2011 Census, Nayagarh District has a population of 9.63 Lac (9,62,789) with 5.03 Lac (5,02,636) males and 4.60 Lac (4,60,153) females.The sex ratio in Nayagarh is 916, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Nayagarh District is 1.07 Lac (1,06,871) which is 11.1% of Nayagarh District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Nayagarh District is 856 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Nayagarh District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Nayagarh Population Census 2011
- Nayagarh 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
Nayagarh Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Nayagarh District current estimated population is projected to be 10.66 Lac (10,66,101), indicating a 10.73% increased from Nayagarh 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 5.54 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.12 Lac.
Nayagarh Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Nayagarh District estimated population is projected to be 10.73 Lac (10,72,716), projecting a 11.42% increased from Nayagarh 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 5.57 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.15 Lac.
Nayagarh Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Nayagarh District, with a total Hindu population of 9.56 Lac (9,55,754), accounting for 99.27% of the Nayagarh District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.99 Lac (4,98,962), and the Hindu female population is around 4.57 Lac (4,56,792).
Nayagarh Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Nayagarh District, with a total Muslim population of 5.28 k (5,278), accounting for 0.55% of the Nayagarh District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.73 k (2,732), and the Muslim female population is around 2.55 k (2,546).
Nayagarh Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 9,55,754 | 99.27% |
| Muslim | 5,278 | 0.55% |
| Religion not stated | 1,198 | 0.12% |
| Christian | 383 | 0.04% |
| Sikh | 107 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 33 | 0% |
| Jain | 24 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 12 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNayagarh Urban Population
The Urban population of Nayagarh District is 79.74 k (79,738), with 41.62 k (41,617) being males and 38.12 k (38,121) being females, making up 8.28% of the Nayagarh total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 916 females for every 1000 males.
Nayagarh Rural Population
The Rural population of Nayagarh District is 8.83 Lac (8,83,051), with 4.61 Lac (4,61,019) being males and 4.22 Lac (4,22,032) being females, making up 91.72% of the Nayagarh total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 916 females for every 1000 males.
Nayagarh Literacy Rate
Nayagarh District has a literacy rate of 80.42% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Nayagarh District is 88.16 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Nayagarh District is 72.05 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Nayagarh District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.76%, while in the rural regions of Nayagarh District, it is around 79.75%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Nayagarh
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80.42 | 88.16 | 72.05 |
| Urban Area | 87.76 | 92.9 | 82.21 |
| Rural Area | 79.75 | 87.72 | 71.12 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Nayagarh
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 80.4 | 88.15 | 72 |
| Muslim | 85.16 | 90.83 | 79.19 |
| Religion not stated | 79.44 | 84.72 | 73.38 |
| Christian | 87.65 | 91.05 | 83.33 |
Nayagarh Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Nayagarh District is 1.36 Lac (1,36,399) with 69.81 k (69,813) males and 66.59 k (66,586) females, which is 14.17% of Nayagarh District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 954 females for every 1000 males.
Nayagarh Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Nayagarh District is 58.69 k (58,691) with 29.17 k (29,173) males and 29.52 k (29,518) females, which is 6.1% of Nayagarh District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1012 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Nayagarh
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 |
| Urban Area | 916 |
| Rural Area | 916 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Nayagarh
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 916 |
| Muslim | 932 |
| Religion not stated | 884 |
| Christian | 790 |
Nayagarh Area & Households
The Total Area of Nayagarh District is 3,890 Square KM, with a population density of 248 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Nayagarh District are 9 and the Total Number of Villages in Nayagarh District are 1,692.The Total Number of households in Nayagarh District are 2.28 Lac(2,28,315).
Nayagarh Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Nayagarh District, there are about 3.44 Lac (3,43,633) workers, making up nearly 35.69% of the Nayagarh District total population. Out of these, around 2.85 Lac (2,84,591) are male workers, and about 59.04 k (59,042) are female workers.
Nayagarh - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Nayagarh district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 3,31,061, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 9,62,789 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 22.86% 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 10.55%.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.
Nayagarh District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 3,31,061 to 9,62,789.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 22.86%.
- 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 | 3.31 Lac | --- | --- | 1.65 Lac | 1.66 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.38 Lac | 6.50 k | 1.963384391 | 1.67 Lac | 1.71 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.04 Lac | -33.90 k | -10.04144436 | 1.45 Lac | 1.59 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.36 Lac | 32.83 k | 10.8105972 | 1.62 Lac | 1.75 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.64 Lac | 27.16 k | 8.07119316 | 1.75 Lac | 1.89 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.93 Lac | 28.85 k | 7.934508816 | 1.92 Lac | 2.01 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.71 Lac | 78.37 k | 19.96708331 | 2.33 Lac | 2.38 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.78 Lac | 1.08 Lac | 22.85517692 | 2.90 Lac | 2.88 Lac |
| 1981 | 6.83 Lac | 1.05 Lac | 18.13212837 | 3.47 Lac | 3.37 Lac |
| 1991 | 7.83 Lac | 99.26 k | 14.52387502 | 4.00 Lac | 3.83 Lac |
| 2001 | 8.65 Lac | 81.87 k | 10.4605269 | 4.46 Lac | 4.18 Lac |
| 2011 | 9.63 Lac | 98.27 k | 11.36740095 | 5.03 Lac | 4.60 Lac |
Nayagarh - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10.66 Lac (10,66,101) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 10.73 Lac (10,72,716) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 10.78 Lac (10,78,442) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 10.84 Lac (10,83,506) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 10.89 Lac (10,88,593) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 10.94 Lac (10,93,657) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 10.99 Lac (10,98,744) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 11.03 Lac (11,02,895) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 11.06 Lac (11,06,386) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 11.10 Lac (11,09,898) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 11.13 Lac (11,13,366) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 11.17 Lac (11,16,879) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 11.20 Lac (11,20,369) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Nayagarh District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 11.20 Lac (11,20,369), with a male population of 5.79 Lac (5,79,405) and a female population of 5.41 Lac (5,40,606). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Nayagarh District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.65%.