Harbhanga Population Data
Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.
Live Estimate
Harbhanga Population 2026
53,135 (Estimated)
Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.
Next Census 2027
54,019
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 • 13.3% of total pop
Child Sex Ratio 946
Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)
Boys 2,682
Girls 2,536
Literacy Gap
20.0% Diff Male Literacy 73.6%
Female Literacy 53.6%
SC Population
12,703
32.3% of total
ST Population
7,160
18.2% of total
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Workforce Economy
Primary occupation: farming (Labor)
Worker Participation Rate 50%
Main Workers 11,156
Employment > 6 months/year
Marginal Workers 8,350
Employment < 6 months/year
Employment Sectors
Other Workers (Services/Ind) 23.4%
Cultivators (Farmers) 29.2%
Agricultural Laborers 45.0%
Household Industries 2.4%
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Harbhanga in 2026? ▼
The estimated population of Harbhanga in 2026 is 52,960. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of 2.00%.
What is the literacy rate of Harbhanga? ▼
The literacy rate of Harbhanga is 63.77% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Harbhanga? ▼
The sex ratio of Harbhanga is 965 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 Harbhanga in 2027? ▼
The projected population of Harbhanga in 2027 is 54,019. This projection is based on the 2.00% annual growth rate (default urban growth rate).
How has Harbhanga population changed since 2001? ▼
Census 2001 data is not available for Harbhanga. The Census 2011 population was 39,350. Current projections use a default urban growth rate of 2.00%.
What was the population of Harbhanga in Census 2011? ▼
According to Census 2011, Harbhanga had a total population of 39,350. This comprised 20,029 males and 19,321 females.
📊 Comparison & Rankings
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Rank in Baudh District
#5 of 6
By population size
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Rank in Odisha
#386 of 477
Among all talukas/cities in state
Comparison with Averages
| Metric | Harbhanga | Baudh Avg | Odisha Avg |
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| Literacy Rate | 63.77% | 61.68% ↑ 2.1%
| 60.96% ↑ 2.8%
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| Sex Ratio | 965 | 993 ↓ 28 | 985 ↓ 20 |
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