Hirakud Population
As per the 2011 Census, Hirakud Tehsil has a population of 37.89 k (37,887) with 19.57 k (19,566) males and 18.32 k (18,321) females.The sex ratio in Hirakud is 937, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Hirakud Tehsil is 4.45 k (4,449) which is 11.74% of Hirakud Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Hirakud Tehsil is 913 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Hirakud Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Sambalpur District in the state of ODISHA in India.
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Hirakud Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Hirakud Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 41.95 k (41,953), indicating a 10.73% increased from Hirakud's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 21.56 k, and the estimated female population is 20.39 k.
Hirakud Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Hirakud Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 42.21 k (42,213), projecting a 11.42% increased from Hirakud's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 21.69 k, and the estimated female population is 20.52 k.
Hirakud Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Hirakud Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 35.52 k (35,522), accounting for 93.76% of the Hirakud Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 18.37 k (18,371), and the Hindu female population is around 17.15 k (17,151).
Hirakud Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Hirakud Tehsil, with a total Christian population of 1.74 k (1,735), accounting for 4.58% of the Hirakud Tehsil population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 871 (871), and the Christian female population is around 864 (864).
Hirakud Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 35,522 | 93.76% |
| Christian | 1,735 | 4.58% |
| Muslim | 428 | 1.13% |
| Sikh | 167 | 0.44% |
| Religion not stated | 30 | 0.08% |
| Buddhist | 2 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 2 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 1 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationHirakud Urban Population
The Urban population of Hirakud Tehsil is 30.21 k (30,207), with 15.70 k (15,698) being males and 14.51 k (14,509) being females, making up 79.73% of the Hirakud total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 925 females for every 1000 males.
Hirakud Rural Population
The Rural population of Hirakud Tehsil is 7.68 k (7,680), with 3.87 k (3,868) being males and 3.81 k (3,812) being females, making up 20.27% of the Hirakud total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 986 females for every 1000 males.
Hirakud Literacy Rate
Hirakud Tehsil has a literacy rate of 79.91% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Hirakud Tehsil is 86.73 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Hirakud Tehsil is 72.64 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Hirakud Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 84%, while in the rural regions of Hirakud Tehsil, it is around 63.72%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Hirakud
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79.91 | 86.73 | 72.64 |
| Urban Area | 84 | 90.39 | 77.11 |
| Rural Area | 63.72 | 71.78 | 55.57 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Hirakud
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 79.55 | 86.41 | 72.24 |
| Christian | 84.24 | 91.3 | 77.15 |
| Muslim | 86.6 | 93.43 | 78.86 |
| Sikh | 92 | 95.65 | 88.89 |
Hirakud Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Hirakud Tehsil is 9.57 k (9,566) with 4.86 k (4,862) males and 4.70 k (4,704) females, which is 25.25% of Hirakud Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 968 females for every 1000 males.
Hirakud Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Hirakud Tehsil is 8.38 k (8,381) with 4.26 k (4,256) males and 4.13 k (4,125) females, which is 22.12% of Hirakud Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 970 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Hirakud
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 937 |
| Urban Area | 925 |
| Rural Area | 986 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Hirakud
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 934 |
| Christian | 992 |
| Muslim | 861 |
| Sikh | 1169 |
Hirakud Area & Households
The Total Area of Hirakud Tehsil is 125.21 Square KM, with a population density of 303 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Hirakud Tehsil are 1 and the Total Number of Villages in Hirakud Tehsil are 6.The Total Number of households in Hirakud Tehsil are 8.63 k(8,626).
Hirakud Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Hirakud Tehsil, there are about 14.62 k (14,616) workers, making up nearly 38.58% of the Hirakud Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 11.24 k (11,238) are male workers, and about 3.38 k (3,378) are female workers.
Hirakud - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 41.95 k (41,953) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 42.21 k (42,213) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 42.44 k (42,439) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 42.64 k (42,638) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 42.84 k (42,838) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 43.04 k (43,037) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 43.24 k (43,237) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 43.40 k (43,401) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 43.54 k (43,538) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 43.68 k (43,676) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 43.81 k (43,813) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 43.95 k (43,951) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 44.09 k (44,088) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Hirakud Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 44.09 k (44,088), with a male population of 22.56 k (22,555) and a female population of 21.53 k (21,525). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Hirakud Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.