Seskhal Population
As per the 2011 Census, Seskhal Tehsil has a population of 47.59 k (47,586) with 22.57 k (22,574) males and 25.01 k (25,012) females.The sex ratio in Seskhal is 1109, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Seskhal Tehsil is 7.01 k (7,009) which is 14.73% of Seskhal Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Seskhal Tehsil is 952 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Seskhal Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Rayagada District in the state of ODISHA in India.
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Seskhal Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Seskhal Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 52.69 k (52,693), indicating a 10.73% increased from Seskhal 's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 24.87 k, and the estimated female population is 27.84 k.
Seskhal Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Seskhal Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 53.02 k (53,020), projecting a 11.42% increased from Seskhal 's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 25.02 k, and the estimated female population is 28.02 k.
Seskhal Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Seskhal Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 46.23 k (46,225), accounting for 97.14% of the Seskhal Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 21.95 k (21,951), and the Hindu female population is around 24.27 k (24,274).
Seskhal Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Seskhal Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 1.14 k (1,140), accounting for 2.4% of the Seskhal Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 524 (524), and the Christian female population is around 616 (616).
Seskhal Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 46,225 | 97.14% |
| Christian | 1,140 | 2.4% |
| Muslim | 121 | 0.25% |
| Religion not stated | 85 | 0.18% |
| Sikh | 6 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 4 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 4 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSeskhal Urban Population
The Urban population of Seskhal Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Seskhal total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Seskhal Rural Population
The Rural population of Seskhal Tehsil is 47.59 k (47,586), with 22.57 k (22,574) being males and 25.01 k (25,012) being females, making up 100% of the Seskhal total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1109 females for every 1000 males.
Seskhal Literacy Rate
Seskhal Tehsil has a literacy rate of 37.75% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Seskhal Tehsil is 49.25 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Seskhal Tehsil is 27.64 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Seskhal Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Seskhal Tehsil, it is around 37.75%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Seskhal
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37.75 | 49.25 | 27.64 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 37.75 | 49.25 | 27.64 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Seskhal
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 37.62 | 49 | 27.59 |
| Christian | 42.26 | 58.03 | 29.62 |
| Muslim | 37.04 | 60 | 17.24 |
| Religion not stated | 50 | 65.52 | 36.36 |
Seskhal Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Seskhal Tehsil is 3.42 k (3,424) with 1.66 k (1,655) males and 1.77 k (1,769) females, which is 7.2% of Seskhal Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1069 females for every 1000 males.
Seskhal Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Seskhal Tehsil is 38.50 k (38,501) with 18.18 k (18,182) males and 20.32 k (20,319) females, which is 80.91% of Seskhal Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1118 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Seskhal
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1109 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 1109 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Seskhal
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1106 |
| Christian | 1176 |
| Muslim | 1241 |
| Religion not stated | 1125 |
Seskhal Area & Households
The Total Area of Seskhal Tehsil is 342.08 Square KM, with a population density of 139 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Seskhal Tehsil are 147.The Total Number of households in Seskhal Tehsil are 10.79 k(10,793).
Seskhal Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Seskhal Tehsil, there are about 25.88 k (25,881) workers, making up nearly 54.39% of the Seskhal Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 12.72 k (12,717) are male workers, and about 13.16 k (13,164) are female workers.
Seskhal - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 52.69 k (52,693) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 53.02 k (53,020) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 53.30 k (53,303) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 53.55 k (53,553) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 53.80 k (53,804) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 54.06 k (54,055) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 54.31 k (54,306) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 54.51 k (54,511) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 54.68 k (54,684) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 54.86 k (54,857) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 55.03 k (55,029) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 55.20 k (55,202) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 55.38 k (55,375) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Seskhal Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 55.38 k (55,375), with a male population of 26.02 k (26,022) and a female population of 29.39 k (29,386). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Seskhal Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.