Puri Population
As per the 2011 Census, Puri District has a population of 16.99 Lac (16,98,730) with 8.65 Lac (8,65,380) males and 8.33 Lac (8,33,350) females.The sex ratio in Puri is 963, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Puri District is 1.73 Lac (1,72,888) which is 10.18% of Puri District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Puri District is 932 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Puri District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
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Puri Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Puri District current estimated population is projected to be 18.81 Lac (18,81,012), indicating a 10.73% increased from Puri's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 9.54 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.27 Lac.
Puri Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Puri District estimated population is projected to be 18.93 Lac (18,92,684), projecting a 11.42% increased from Puri's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 9.59 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.34 Lac.
Puri Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Puri District, with a total Hindu population of 16.45 Lac (16,44,905), accounting for 96.83% of the Puri District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.38 Lac (8,38,038), and the Hindu female population is around 8.07 Lac (8,06,867).
Puri Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Puri District, with a total Muslim population of 46.09 k (46,094), accounting for 2.71% of the Puri District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 23.43 k (23,434), and the Muslim female population is around 22.66 k (22,660).
Puri Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 16,44,905 | 96.83% |
| Muslim | 46,094 | 2.71% |
| Christian | 4,239 | 0.25% |
| Religion not stated | 2,660 | 0.16% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 302 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 243 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 193 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 94 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPuri Urban Population
The Urban population of Puri District is 2.65 Lac (2,64,930), with 1.37 Lac (1,37,167) being males and 1.28 Lac (1,27,763) being females, making up 15.6% of the Puri total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 932 females for every 1000 males.
Puri Rural Population
The Rural population of Puri District is 14.34 Lac (14,33,800), with 7.28 Lac (7,28,213) being males and 7.06 Lac (7,05,587) being females, making up 84.4% of the Puri total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 969 females for every 1000 males.
Puri Literacy Rate
Puri District has a literacy rate of 84.67% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Puri District is 90.85 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Puri District is 78.28 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Puri District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 87.38%, while in the rural regions of Puri District, it is around 84.16%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Puri
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84.67 | 90.85 | 78.28 |
| Urban Area | 87.38 | 90.96 | 83.54 |
| Rural Area | 84.16 | 90.82 | 77.32 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Puri
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 84.72 | 90.91 | 78.31 |
| Muslim | 83.99 | 89.8 | 77.97 |
| Christian | 74.66 | 77.13 | 72.27 |
| Religion not stated | 82.85 | 90.3 | 75.32 |
Puri Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Puri District is 3.25 Lac (3,25,133) with 1.64 Lac (1,64,366) males and 1.61 Lac (1,60,767) females, which is 19.14% of Puri District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 979 females for every 1000 males.
Puri Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Puri District is 6.13 k (6,129) with 3.24 k (3,240) males and 2.89 k (2,889) females, which is 0.36% of Puri District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 892 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Puri
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 |
| Urban Area | 932 |
| Rural Area | 969 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Puri
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 963 |
| Muslim | 967 |
| Christian | 1000 |
| Religion not stated | 958 |
Puri Area & Households
The Total Area of Puri District is 3,479 Square KM, with a population density of 488 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Puri District are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Puri District are 1,707.The Total Number of households in Puri District are 3.67 Lac(3,67,269).
Puri Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Puri District, there are about 6.22 Lac (6,21,676) workers, making up nearly 36.6% of the Puri District total population. Out of these, around 4.98 Lac (4,98,461) are male workers, and about 1.23 Lac (1,23,215) are female workers.
Puri - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Puri district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 5,27,283, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 16,98,730 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 22.78% 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 11.62%.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.
Puri District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 5,27,283 to 16,98,730.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 22.78%.
- 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 | 5.27 Lac | --- | --- | 2.63 Lac | 2.65 Lac |
| 1911 | 5.38 Lac | 10.35 k | 1.963461746 | 2.66 Lac | 2.72 Lac |
| 1921 | 4.84 Lac | -53.99 k | -10.04155228 | 2.31 Lac | 2.53 Lac |
| 1931 | 5.36 Lac | 52.29 k | 10.81052582 | 2.58 Lac | 2.78 Lac |
| 1941 | 5.79 Lac | 43.26 k | 8.071516269 | 2.78 Lac | 3.01 Lac |
| 1951 | 6.25 Lac | 45.96 k | 7.934501858 | 3.12 Lac | 3.13 Lac |
| 1961 | 7.36 Lac | 1.11 Lac | 17.75099656 | 3.71 Lac | 3.65 Lac |
| 1971 | 9.04 Lac | 1.68 Lac | 22.78017926 | 4.57 Lac | 4.47 Lac |
| 1981 | 11.05 Lac | 2.02 Lac | 22.31272827 | 5.61 Lac | 5.45 Lac |
| 1991 | 13.05 Lac | 2.00 Lac | 18.0822473 | 6.63 Lac | 6.43 Lac |
| 2001 | 15.03 Lac | 1.97 Lac | 15.11584882 | 7.63 Lac | 7.39 Lac |
| 2011 | 16.99 Lac | 1.96 Lac | 13.04653945 | 8.65 Lac | 8.33 Lac |
Puri - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18.81 Lac (18,81,012) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 18.93 Lac (18,92,684) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 19.03 Lac (19,02,786) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 19.12 Lac (19,11,721) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 19.21 Lac (19,20,696) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 19.30 Lac (19,29,631) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 19.39 Lac (19,38,606) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 19.46 Lac (19,45,931) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 19.52 Lac (19,52,089) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 19.58 Lac (19,58,287) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 19.64 Lac (19,64,405) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 19.71 Lac (19,70,603) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 19.77 Lac (19,76,761) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Puri District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 19.77 Lac (19,76,761), with a male population of 9.98 Lac (9,97,551) and a female population of 9.79 Lac (9,79,053). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Puri District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.65%.