Rayagada Population
As per the 2011 Census, Rayagada District has a population of 9.68 Lac (9,67,911) with 4.72 Lac (4,71,960) males and 4.96 Lac (4,95,951) females.The sex ratio in Rayagada is 1051, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Rayagada District is 1.49 Lac (1,48,522) which is 15.34% of Rayagada District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Rayagada District is 965 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Rayagada District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Rayagada Population Census 2011
- Rayagada 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
Rayagada Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Rayagada District current estimated population is projected to be 10.72 Lac (10,71,773), indicating a 10.73% increased from Rayagada 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 5.20 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.52 Lac.
Rayagada Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Rayagada District estimated population is projected to be 10.78 Lac (10,78,423), projecting a 11.42% increased from Rayagada 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 5.23 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.56 Lac.
Rayagada Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Rayagada District, with a total Hindu population of 8.74 Lac (8,74,445), accounting for 90.34% of the Rayagada District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.26 Lac (4,26,068), and the Hindu female population is around 4.48 Lac (4,48,377).
Rayagada Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Rayagada District, with a total Christian population of 84.92 k (84,916), accounting for 8.77% of the Rayagada District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 41.60 k (41,597), and the Christian female population is around 43.32 k (43,319).
Rayagada Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 8,74,445 | 90.34% |
| Christian | 84,916 | 8.77% |
| Muslim | 4,607 | 0.48% |
| Religion not stated | 3,308 | 0.34% |
| Buddhist | 249 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 219 | 0.02% |
| Jain | 123 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 44 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationRayagada Urban Population
The Urban population of Rayagada District is 1.47 Lac (1,46,966), with 74.19 k (74,186) being males and 72.78 k (72,780) being females, making up 15.18% of the Rayagada total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 982 females for every 1000 males.
Rayagada Rural Population
The Rural population of Rayagada District is 8.21 Lac (8,20,945), with 3.98 Lac (3,97,774) being males and 4.23 Lac (4,23,171) being females, making up 84.82% of the Rayagada total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1064 females for every 1000 males.
Rayagada Literacy Rate
Rayagada District has a literacy rate of 49.76% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Rayagada District is 61.04 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Rayagada District is 39.19 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Rayagada District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 78.04%, while in the rural regions of Rayagada District, it is around 44.4%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Rayagada
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 49.76 | 61.04 | 39.19 |
| Urban Area | 78.04 | 85.56 | 70.4 |
| Rural Area | 44.4 | 56.16 | 33.54 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Rayagada
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 50.25 | 61.57 | 39.66 |
| Christian | 42.92 | 54.07 | 32.47 |
| Muslim | 71.52 | 78.83 | 64.26 |
| Religion not stated | 53.08 | 64.4 | 42.44 |
Rayagada Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Rayagada District is 1.40 Lac (1,39,514) with 68.07 k (68,068) males and 71.45 k (71,446) females, which is 14.41% of Rayagada District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1050 females for every 1000 males.
Rayagada Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Rayagada District is 5.42 Lac (5,41,905) with 2.59 Lac (2,59,040) males and 2.83 Lac (2,82,865) females, which is 55.99% of Rayagada District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1092 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Rayagada
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1051 |
| Urban Area | 982 |
| Rural Area | 1064 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Rayagada
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1053 |
| Christian | 1042 |
| Muslim | 990 |
| Religion not stated | 1021 |
Rayagada Area & Households
The Total Area of Rayagada District is 7,073 Square KM, with a population density of 137 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Rayagada District are 7 and the Total Number of Villages in Rayagada District are 2,665.The Total Number of households in Rayagada District are 2.26 Lac(2,26,144).
Rayagada Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Rayagada District, there are about 4.67 Lac (4,67,122) workers, making up nearly 48.26% of the Rayagada District total population. Out of these, around 2.58 Lac (2,58,032) are male workers, and about 2.09 Lac (2,09,090) are female workers.
Rayagada - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Rayagada district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 1,86,480, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 9,67,911 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1971. The growth rate of 26.73% 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 16.38%.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.
Rayagada District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 1,86,480 to 9,67,911.
- The year 1971 stands out with a growth rate of 26.73%.
- 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 | 1.86 Lac | --- | --- | 94.84 k | 91.64 k |
| 1911 | 2.24 Lac | 37.71 k | 20.22200772 | 1.12 Lac | 1.12 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.17 Lac | -6.99 k | -3.117891075 | 1.09 Lac | 1.09 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.56 Lac | 38.95 k | 17.93370166 | 1.28 Lac | 1.28 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.04 Lac | 47.51 k | 18.54797152 | 1.52 Lac | 1.52 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.41 Lac | 37.58 k | 12.37490244 | 1.70 Lac | 1.71 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.03 Lac | 62.23 k | 18.2363784 | 2.01 Lac | 2.03 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.11 Lac | 1.08 Lac | 26.73351988 | 2.55 Lac | 2.56 Lac |
| 1981 | 6.09 Lac | 97.42 k | 19.05177252 | 3.01 Lac | 3.07 Lac |
| 1991 | 7.14 Lac | 1.05 Lac | 17.28670672 | 3.55 Lac | 3.59 Lac |
| 2001 | 8.31 Lac | 1.17 Lac | 16.40442923 | 4.10 Lac | 4.21 Lac |
| 2011 | 9.68 Lac | 1.37 Lac | 16.4601755 | 4.72 Lac | 4.96 Lac |
Rayagada - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10.72 Lac (10,71,773) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 10.78 Lac (10,78,423) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 10.84 Lac (10,84,179) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 10.89 Lac (10,89,270) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 10.94 Lac (10,94,384) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 10.99 Lac (10,99,475) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 11.05 Lac (11,04,589) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 11.09 Lac (11,08,763) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 11.12 Lac (11,12,271) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 11.16 Lac (11,15,803) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 11.19 Lac (11,19,289) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 11.23 Lac (11,22,820) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 11.26 Lac (11,26,329) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Rayagada District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 11.26 Lac (11,26,329), with a male population of 5.44 Lac (5,44,044) and a female population of 5.83 Lac (5,82,663). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Rayagada District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.