Nuapada Population
As per the 2011 Census, Nuapada District has a population of 6.10 Lac (6,10,382) with 3.02 Lac (3,01,962) males and 3.08 Lac (3,08,420) females.The sex ratio in Nuapada is 1022, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Nuapada District is 88.34 k (88,344) which is 14.47% of Nuapada District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Nuapada District is 981 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Nuapada District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Nuapada Population Census 2011
- Nuapada 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
Nuapada Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Nuapada District current estimated population is projected to be 6.76 Lac (6,75,879), indicating a 10.73% increased from Nuapada's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 3.33 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.43 Lac.
Nuapada Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Nuapada District estimated population is projected to be 6.80 Lac (6,80,073), projecting a 11.42% increased from Nuapada's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 3.35 Lac, and the estimated female population is 3.45 Lac.
Nuapada Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Nuapada District, with a total Hindu population of 6.01 Lac (6,01,092), accounting for 98.48% of the Nuapada District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 2.97 Lac (2,97,284), and the Hindu female population is around 3.04 Lac (3,03,808).
Nuapada Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Nuapada District, with a total Muslim population of 4.95 k (4,952), accounting for 0.81% of the Nuapada District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 2.51 k (2,509), and the Muslim female population is around 2.44 k (2,443).
Nuapada Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 6,01,092 | 98.48% |
| Muslim | 4,952 | 0.81% |
| Christian | 1,778 | 0.29% |
| Jain | 905 | 0.15% |
| Religion not stated | 833 | 0.14% |
| Sikh | 724 | 0.12% |
| Buddhist | 76 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 22 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationNuapada Urban Population
The Urban population of Nuapada District is 34.05 k (34,054), with 17.17 k (17,170) being males and 16.88 k (16,884) being females, making up 5.58% of the Nuapada total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 984 females for every 1000 males.
Nuapada Rural Population
The Rural population of Nuapada District is 5.76 Lac (5,76,328), with 2.85 Lac (2,84,792) being males and 2.92 Lac (2,91,536) being females, making up 94.42% of the Nuapada total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1024 females for every 1000 males.
Nuapada Literacy Rate
Nuapada District has a literacy rate of 57.35% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Nuapada District is 70.29 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Nuapada District is 44.76 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Nuapada District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 78.99%, while in the rural regions of Nuapada District, it is around 56.04%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Nuapada
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57.35 | 70.29 | 44.76 |
| Urban Area | 78.99 | 86.65 | 71.25 |
| Rural Area | 56.04 | 69.28 | 43.19 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Nuapada
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 56.92 | 69.97 | 44.24 |
| Muslim | 82.68 | 89.36 | 75.8 |
| Christian | 90.22 | 92.93 | 87.77 |
| Jain | 95.83 | 97.13 | 94.47 |
Nuapada Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Nuapada District is 82.16 k (82,159) with 40.74 k (40,742) males and 41.42 k (41,417) females, which is 13.46% of Nuapada District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1017 females for every 1000 males.
Nuapada Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Nuapada District is 2.06 Lac (2,06,327) with 1.00 Lac (1,00,469) males and 1.06 Lac (1,05,858) females, which is 33.8% of Nuapada District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1054 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Nuapada
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1022 |
| Urban Area | 984 |
| Rural Area | 1024 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Nuapada
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1022 |
| Muslim | 974 |
| Christian | 1078 |
| Jain | 955 |
Nuapada Area & Households
The Total Area of Nuapada District is 3,852 Square KM, with a population density of 158 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Nuapada District are 2 and the Total Number of Villages in Nuapada District are 668.The Total Number of households in Nuapada District are 1.52 Lac(1,52,210).
Nuapada Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Nuapada District, there are about 3.05 Lac (3,05,438) workers, making up nearly 50.04% of the Nuapada District total population. Out of these, around 1.68 Lac (1,68,155) are male workers, and about 1.37 Lac (1,37,283) are female workers.
Nuapada - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Nuapada district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,22,559, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 6,10,382 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 26.8% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 15.90%.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.
Nuapada District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,22,559 to 6,10,382.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 26.8%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 1.23 Lac | --- | --- | 61.17 k | 61.39 k |
| 1911 | 1.47 Lac | 24.93 k | 20.34122341 | 72.88 k | 74.61 k |
| 1921 | 1.50 Lac | 2.69 k | 1.824542847 | 73.96 k | 76.22 k |
| 1931 | 1.79 Lac | 28.61 k | 19.04847516 | 87.84 k | 90.95 k |
| 1941 | 2.03 Lac | 24.59 k | 13.75491507 | 99.94 k | 1.03 Lac |
| 1951 | 2.20 Lac | 16.47 k | 8.098672921 | 1.09 Lac | 1.11 Lac |
| 1961 | 2.67 Lac | 47.42 k | 21.57016147 | 1.32 Lac | 1.35 Lac |
| 1971 | 3.39 Lac | 71.62 k | 26.79741986 | 1.69 Lac | 1.70 Lac |
| 1981 | 3.93 Lac | 53.79 k | 15.87192455 | 1.95 Lac | 1.98 Lac |
| 1991 | 4.69 Lac | 76.80 k | 19.55750567 | 2.34 Lac | 2.35 Lac |
| 2001 | 5.31 Lac | 61.21 k | 13.03734754 | 2.64 Lac | 2.66 Lac |
| 2011 | 6.10 Lac | 79.69 k | 15.0166764 | 3.02 Lac | 3.08 Lac |
Nuapada - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6.76 Lac (6,75,879) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 6.80 Lac (6,80,073) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 6.84 Lac (6,83,703) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 6.87 Lac (6,86,913) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 6.90 Lac (6,90,138) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 6.93 Lac (6,93,349) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 6.97 Lac (6,96,574) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 6.99 Lac (6,99,206) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 7.01 Lac (7,01,418) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 7.04 Lac (7,03,646) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 7.06 Lac (7,05,844) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 7.08 Lac (7,08,071) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 7.10 Lac (7,10,283) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Nuapada District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 7.10 Lac (7,10,283), with a male population of 3.48 Lac (3,48,082) and a female population of 3.62 Lac (3,62,345). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Nuapada District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.