Dhama Population
As per the 2011 Census, Dhama Tehsil has a population of 44.58 k (44,579) with 22.65 k (22,651) males and 21.93 k (21,928) females.The sex ratio in Dhama is 969, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Dhama Tehsil is 4.82 k (4,820) which is 10.81% of Dhama Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Dhama Tehsil is 926 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Dhama Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Sambalpur District in the state of ODISHA in India.
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Dhama Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Dhama Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 49.36 k (49,363), indicating a 10.73% increased from Dhama's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 24.96 k, and the estimated female population is 24.40 k.
Dhama Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Dhama Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 49.67 k (49,669), projecting a 11.42% increased from Dhama's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 25.10 k, and the estimated female population is 24.56 k.
Dhama Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Dhama Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 43.89 k (43,889), accounting for 98.45% of the Dhama Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 22.29 k (22,286), and the Hindu female population is around 21.60 k (21,603).
Dhama Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Dhama Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 575 (575), accounting for 1.29% of the Dhama Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 300 (300), and the Christian female population is around 275 (275).
Dhama Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 43,889 | 98.45% |
| Christian | 575 | 1.29% |
| Muslim | 64 | 0.14% |
| Religion not stated | 41 | 0.09% |
| Buddhist | 6 | 0.01% |
| Sikh | 2 | 0% |
| Jain | 1 | 0% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationDhama Urban Population
The Urban population of Dhama Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Dhama total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Dhama Rural Population
The Rural population of Dhama Tehsil is 44.58 k (44,579), with 22.65 k (22,651) being males and 21.93 k (21,928) being females, making up 100% of the Dhama total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 969 females for every 1000 males.
Dhama Literacy Rate
Dhama Tehsil has a literacy rate of 73.48% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Dhama Tehsil is 82.89 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Dhama Tehsil is 63.81 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Dhama Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Dhama Tehsil, it is around 73.48%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Dhama
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 73.48 | 82.89 | 63.81 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 73.48 | 82.89 | 63.81 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Dhama
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 73.53 | 82.98 | 63.83 |
| Christian | 68.42 | 75.1 | 61.51 |
| Muslim | 82.46 | 88.57 | 72.73 |
| Religion not stated | 74.19 | 86.67 | 62.5 |
Dhama Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Dhama Tehsil is 16.25 k (16,247) with 8.26 k (8,255) males and 7.99 k (7,992) females, which is 36.45% of Dhama Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 969 females for every 1000 males.
Dhama Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Dhama Tehsil is 13.64 k (13,642) with 6.87 k (6,870) males and 6.77 k (6,772) females, which is 30.6% of Dhama Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 986 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Dhama
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 969 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 969 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Dhama
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 970 |
| Christian | 917 |
| Muslim | 600 |
| Religion not stated | 1050 |
Dhama Area & Households
The Total Area of Dhama Tehsil is 281.97 Square KM, with a population density of 158 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Dhama Tehsil are 69.The Total Number of households in Dhama Tehsil are 11.37 k(11,373).
Dhama Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Dhama Tehsil, there are about 22.23 k (22,226) workers, making up nearly 49.86% of the Dhama Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 13.90 k (13,901) are male workers, and about 8.33 k (8,325) are female workers.
Dhama - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 49.36 k (49,363) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 49.67 k (49,669) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 49.93 k (49,934) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 50.17 k (50,169) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 50.40 k (50,404) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 50.64 k (50,639) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 50.87 k (50,874) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 51.07 k (51,067) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 51.23 k (51,228) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 51.39 k (51,391) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 51.55 k (51,551) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 51.71 k (51,714) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 51.88 k (51,876) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Dhama Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 51.88 k (51,876), with a male population of 26.11 k (26,111) and a female population of 25.76 k (25,762). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Dhama Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.