Sundargarh Population
As per the 2011 Census, Sundargarh District has a population of 20.93 Lac (20,93,437) with 10.61 Lac (10,61,147) males and 10.32 Lac (10,32,290) females.The sex ratio in Sundargarh is 973, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Sundargarh District is 2.63 Lac (2,63,160) which is 12.57% of Sundargarh District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Sundargarh District is 947 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Sundargarh District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Sundargarh Population Census 2011
- Sundargarh 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
Sundargarh Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Sundargarh District current estimated population is projected to be 23.18 Lac (23,18,073), indicating a 10.73% increased from Sundargarh's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 11.69 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.49 Lac.
Sundargarh Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Sundargarh District estimated population is projected to be 23.32 Lac (23,32,456), projecting a 11.42% increased from Sundargarh's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 11.76 Lac, and the estimated female population is 11.56 Lac.
Sundargarh Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Sundargarh District, with a total Hindu population of 15.32 Lac (15,32,352), accounting for 73.2% of the Sundargarh District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 7.81 Lac (7,81,053), and the Hindu female population is around 7.51 Lac (7,51,299).
Sundargarh Christian Population
Christian is the second most popular religion in Sundargarh District, with a total Christian population of 3.85 Lac (3,85,011), accounting for 18.39% of the Sundargarh District population. Out of this, the Christian male population stands at approximately 1.90 Lac (1,90,065), and the Christian female population is around 1.95 Lac (1,94,946).
Sundargarh Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 15,32,352 | 73.2% |
| Christian | 3,85,011 | 18.39% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 89,986 | 4.3% |
| Muslim | 71,391 | 3.41% |
| Religion not stated | 7,553 | 0.36% |
| Sikh | 5,713 | 0.27% |
| Jain | 721 | 0.03% |
| Buddhist | 710 | 0.03% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationSundargarh Urban Population
The Urban population of Sundargarh District is 7.38 Lac (7,38,097), with 3.85 Lac (3,85,079) being males and 3.53 Lac (3,53,018) being females, making up 35.26% of the Sundargarh total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 917 females for every 1000 males.
Sundargarh Rural Population
The Rural population of Sundargarh District is 13.55 Lac (13,55,340), with 6.76 Lac (6,76,068) being males and 6.79 Lac (6,79,272) being females, making up 64.74% of the Sundargarh total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1005 females for every 1000 males.
Sundargarh Literacy Rate
Sundargarh District has a literacy rate of 73.34% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Sundargarh District is 81.01 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Sundargarh District is 65.48 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Sundargarh District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.34%, while in the rural regions of Sundargarh District, it is around 66.63%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Sundargarh
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 73.34 | 81.01 | 65.48 |
| Urban Area | 85.34 | 90.21 | 80.04 |
| Rural Area | 66.63 | 75.63 | 57.73 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Sundargarh
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 73.63 | 81.57 | 65.4 |
| Christian | 73.61 | 80.09 | 67.34 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 57.2 | 67.99 | 46.57 |
| Muslim | 84.2 | 88.03 | 79.86 |
Sundargarh Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Sundargarh District is 1.92 Lac (1,91,660) with 96.47 k (96,465) males and 95.20 k (95,195) females, which is 9.16% of Sundargarh District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 987 females for every 1000 males.
Sundargarh Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Sundargarh District is 10.62 Lac (10,62,349) with 5.27 Lac (5,26,856) males and 5.35 Lac (5,35,493) females, which is 50.75% of Sundargarh District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1017 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Sundargarh
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 973 |
| Urban Area | 917 |
| Rural Area | 1005 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Sundargarh
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 962 |
| Christian | 1026 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1010 |
| Muslim | 889 |
Sundargarh Area & Households
The Total Area of Sundargarh District is 9,712 Square KM, with a population density of 216 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Sundargarh District are 14 and the Total Number of Villages in Sundargarh District are 1,762.The Total Number of households in Sundargarh District are 4.79 Lac(4,79,109).
Sundargarh Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Sundargarh District, there are about 8.73 Lac (8,73,227) workers, making up nearly 41.71% of the Sundargarh District total population. Out of these, around 5.85 Lac (5,84,687) are male workers, and about 2.89 Lac (2,88,540) are female workers.
Sundargarh - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Sundargarh district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,77,173, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 20,93,437 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1961. The growth rate of 37.38% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 20.62%.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.
Sundargarh District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,77,173 to 20,93,437.
- The year 1961 stands out with a growth rate of 37.38%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.77 Lac | --- | --- | 1.41 Lac | 1.36 Lac |
| 1911 | 3.62 Lac | 84.97 k | 30.65414019 | 1.82 Lac | 1.80 Lac |
| 1921 | 3.77 Lac | 15.31 k | 4.227946253 | 1.88 Lac | 1.89 Lac |
| 1931 | 4.37 Lac | 59.41 k | 15.74013973 | 2.17 Lac | 2.20 Lac |
| 1941 | 4.91 Lac | 53.85 k | 12.32614568 | 2.43 Lac | 2.47 Lac |
| 1951 | 5.52 Lac | 61.50 k | 12.53189269 | 2.74 Lac | 2.78 Lac |
| 1961 | 7.59 Lac | 2.06 Lac | 37.38009391 | 3.96 Lac | 3.62 Lac |
| 1971 | 10.31 Lac | 2.72 Lac | 35.87330629 | 5.31 Lac | 5.00 Lac |
| 1981 | 13.38 Lac | 3.07 Lac | 29.79486941 | 6.93 Lac | 6.45 Lac |
| 1991 | 15.74 Lac | 2.36 Lac | 17.6209814 | 8.13 Lac | 7.61 Lac |
| 2001 | 18.31 Lac | 2.57 Lac | 16.33535987 | 9.36 Lac | 8.95 Lac |
| 2011 | 20.93 Lac | 2.63 Lac | 14.35340992 | 10.61 Lac | 10.32 Lac |
Sundargarh - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23.18 Lac (23,18,073) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 23.32 Lac (23,32,456) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 23.45 Lac (23,44,906) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 23.56 Lac (23,55,917) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 23.67 Lac (23,66,978) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 23.78 Lac (23,77,989) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 23.89 Lac (23,89,049) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 23.98 Lac (23,98,076) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 24.06 Lac (24,05,665) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 24.13 Lac (24,13,303) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 24.21 Lac (24,20,842) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 24.28 Lac (24,28,481) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 24.36 Lac (24,36,069) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Sundargarh District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 24.36 Lac (24,36,069), with a male population of 12.23 Lac (12,23,218) and a female population of 12.13 Lac (12,12,776). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Sundargarh District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.65%.