Khaira Population Data
Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.
Live Estimate
Khaira Population 2026
1,88,743 (Estimated)
Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.
Next Census 2027
1,91,884
Projected Estimate
Methodology: Population projections are calculated using a default urban growth rate of 2% per annum (Census 2001 data not available for this location). The formula used is P × (1 + r/100)^(Y - 2011), where P is the 2011 population and r is the growth rate.
Census 2011 Data
Officialper 1000 Males
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Child (0-6) Stats
Future Generation • 12.0% of total pop
Child Sex Ratio 963
Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)
Boys 8,543
Girls 8,230
Literacy Gap
11.4% Diff Male Literacy 78.0%
Female Literacy 66.6%
SC Population
30,761
22.0% of total
ST Population
9,860
7.1% of total
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Workforce Economy
Primary occupation: farming (Cultivators)
Worker Participation Rate 37%
Main Workers 35,134
Employment > 6 months/year
Marginal Workers 16,337
Employment < 6 months/year
Employment Sectors
Other Workers (Services/Ind) 16.6%
Cultivators (Farmers) 40.8%
Agricultural Laborers 39.5%
Household Industries 3.2%
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Khaira in 2026? ▼
The estimated population of Khaira in 2026 is 1,88,121. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of 2.00%.
What is the literacy rate of Khaira? ▼
The literacy rate of Khaira is 72.21% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Khaira? ▼
The sex ratio of Khaira is 1014 females per 1000 males according to Census 2011. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.
What is the projected population of Khaira in 2027? ▼
The projected population of Khaira in 2027 is 1,91,884. This projection is based on the 2.00% annual growth rate (default urban growth rate).
How has Khaira population changed since 2001? ▼
Census 2001 data is not available for Khaira. The Census 2011 population was 1,39,777. Current projections use a default urban growth rate of 2.00%.
What was the population of Khaira in Census 2011? ▼
According to Census 2011, Khaira had a total population of 1,39,777. This comprised 69,400 males and 70,377 females.
📊 Comparison & Rankings
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Rank in Baleshwar District
#9 of 21
By population size
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Rank in Odisha
#73 of 477
Among all talukas/cities in state
Comparison with Averages
| Metric | Khaira | Baleshwar Avg | Odisha Avg |
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| Literacy Rate | 72.21% | 66.95% ↑ 5.3%
| 60.96% ↑ 11.2%
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| Sex Ratio | 1014 | 960 ↑ 54 | 985 ↑ 29 |
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