Sambalpur Population
As per the 2011 Census, Sambalpur District has a population of 10.41 Lac (10,41,099) with 5.27 Lac (5,26,877) males and 5.14 Lac (5,14,222) females.The sex ratio in Sambalpur is 976, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Sambalpur District is 1.18 Lac (1,17,848) which is 11.32% of Sambalpur District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Sambalpur District is 941 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Sambalpur District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Sambalpur Population Census 2011
- Sambalpur 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
Sambalpur Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Sambalpur District current estimated population is projected to be 11.53 Lac (11,52,814), indicating a 10.73% increased from Sambalpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 5.81 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.72 Lac.
Sambalpur Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Sambalpur District estimated population is projected to be 11.60 Lac (11,59,967), projecting a 11.42% increased from Sambalpur's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 5.84 Lac, and the estimated female population is 5.76 Lac.
Sambalpur Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Sambalpur District, with a total Hindu population of 9.64 Lac (9,64,188), accounting for 92.61% of the Sambalpur District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 4.88 Lac (4,87,843), and the Hindu female population is around 4.76 Lac (4,76,345).
Sambalpur Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Sambalpur District, with a total Christian population of 50.64 k (50,637), accounting for 4.86% of the Sambalpur District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 25.36 k (25,362), and the Christian female population is around 25.28 k (25,275).
Sambalpur Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 9,64,188 | 92.61% |
| Christian | 50,637 | 4.86% |
| Muslim | 20,120 | 1.93% |
| Sikh | 2,506 | 0.24% |
| Religion not stated | 2,135 | 0.21% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,117 | 0.11% |
| Buddhist | 310 | 0.03% |
| Jain | 86 | 0.01% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSambalpur Urban Population
The Urban population of Sambalpur District is 3.08 Lac (3,08,093), with 1.58 Lac (1,58,185) being males and 1.50 Lac (1,49,908) being females, making up 29.59% of the Sambalpur total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 948 females for every 1000 males.
Sambalpur Rural Population
The Rural population of Sambalpur District is 7.33 Lac (7,33,006), with 3.69 Lac (3,68,692) being males and 3.64 Lac (3,64,314) being females, making up 70.41% of the Sambalpur total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 989 females for every 1000 males.
Sambalpur Literacy Rate
Sambalpur District has a literacy rate of 76.22% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Sambalpur District is 84.35 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Sambalpur District is 67.93 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Sambalpur District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 84.76%, while in the rural regions of Sambalpur District, it is around 72.6%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Sambalpur
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76.22 | 84.35 | 67.93 |
| Urban Area | 84.76 | 90.29 | 78.95 |
| Rural Area | 72.6 | 81.78 | 63.35 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Sambalpur
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 76.19 | 84.48 | 67.73 |
| Christian | 73.43 | 80.42 | 66.5 |
| Muslim | 83.31 | 86.9 | 79.32 |
| Sikh | 92.35 | 94.36 | 90.24 |
Sambalpur Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Sambalpur District is 1.92 Lac (1,91,827) with 96.51 k (96,511) males and 95.32 k (95,316) females, which is 18.43% of Sambalpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 988 females for every 1000 males.
Sambalpur Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Sambalpur District is 3.55 Lac (3,55,261) with 1.78 Lac (1,77,565) males and 1.78 Lac (1,77,696) females, which is 34.12% of Sambalpur District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1001 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Sambalpur
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 976 |
| Urban Area | 948 |
| Rural Area | 989 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Sambalpur
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 977 |
| Christian | 997 |
| Muslim | 903 |
| Sikh | 952 |
Sambalpur Area & Households
The Total Area of Sambalpur District is 6,624 Square KM, with a population density of 157 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Sambalpur District are 6 and the Total Number of Villages in Sambalpur District are 1,313.The Total Number of households in Sambalpur District are 2.50 Lac(2,49,597).
Sambalpur Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Sambalpur District, there are about 5.06 Lac (5,05,840) workers, making up nearly 48.59% of the Sambalpur District total population. Out of these, around 3.13 Lac (3,13,161) are male workers, and about 1.93 Lac (1,92,679) are female workers.
Sambalpur - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Sambalpur district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,15,645, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 10,41,099 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 25.32% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 15.56%.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.
Sambalpur District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,15,645 to 10,41,099.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 25.32%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.16 Lac | --- | --- | 1.07 Lac | 1.09 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.50 Lac | 34.07 k | 15.79679566 | 1.23 Lac | 1.27 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.61 Lac | 11.33 k | 4.538464619 | 1.28 Lac | 1.33 Lac |
| 1931 | 2.92 Lac | 30.68 k | 11.75285298 | 1.43 Lac | 1.49 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.29 Lac | 36.85 k | 12.63287434 | 1.61 Lac | 1.67 Lac |
| 1951 | 3.56 Lac | 27.11 k | 8.250450429 | 1.79 Lac | 1.76 Lac |
| 1961 | 4.46 Lac | 90.06 k | 25.32015688 | 2.26 Lac | 2.20 Lac |
| 1971 | 5.49 Lac | 1.03 Lac | 23.19981155 | 2.80 Lac | 2.69 Lac |
| 1981 | 6.83 Lac | 1.34 Lac | 24.31781804 | 3.49 Lac | 3.34 Lac |
| 1991 | 8.09 Lac | 1.26 Lac | 18.50256335 | 4.14 Lac | 3.95 Lac |
| 2001 | 9.30 Lac | 1.21 Lac | 15.01315794 | 4.73 Lac | 4.58 Lac |
| 2011 | 10.41 Lac | 1.11 Lac | 11.88886119 | 5.27 Lac | 5.14 Lac |
Sambalpur - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 11.53 Lac (11,52,814) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 11.60 Lac (11,59,967) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 11.66 Lac (11,66,159) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 11.72 Lac (11,71,635) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 11.77 Lac (11,77,135) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 11.83 Lac (11,82,611) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 11.88 Lac (11,88,112) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 11.93 Lac (11,92,601) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 11.96 Lac (11,96,375) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 12.00 Lac (12,00,174) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 12.04 Lac (12,03,923) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 12.08 Lac (12,07,722) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 12.11 Lac (12,11,496) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Sambalpur District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 12.11 Lac (12,11,496), with a male population of 6.07 Lac (6,07,348) and a female population of 6.04 Lac (6,04,129). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Sambalpur District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.