Puri is a historic coastal city in the state of Odisha, India. Located on the Bay of Bengal about 60 km south of Bhubaneswar, Puri is one of the most important pilgrimage destinations in Hinduism. It is widely known as Sri Jagannatha Dhama due to the 12th-century Jagannath Temple, and it forms one of the four sacred Char Dham pilgrimage sites in India. Puri has also been selected as one of India’s Heritage Cities under the HRIDAY scheme.
Puri serves as the district headquarters of Puri district and is governed by a Municipal Corporation. As per Census 2011, the population of Puri city was 201,026 (2.01 lakh). The estimated population of Puri in 2026 is around 2.5 lakh, reflecting moderate urban growth primarily driven by tourism, pilgrimage, and coastal development.
Projected Population of Puri in 2026 ~ 2.5 lakh
Census 2011 Quick Facts
| Particulars | Census 2011 |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 201,026 (2.01 Lakh) |
| Area | 16.84 sq. km |
| Population Density | 12,000 per sq. km |
| Average Literacy Rate | 89.38% |
| Sex Ratio | 928 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 902 |
| Children (0–6 years) | 17,000 |
Source: Census of India 2011
Key Takeaways
One of the Char Dham pilgrimage cities of India
Coastal city on the Bay of Bengal
High urban density (12,000 per sq. km)
Major tourism and religious economy
Estimated to reach ~2.5 lakh population by 2026
Puri District Population
Puri district is a coastal district of Odisha and holds immense religious and tourism importance. As per Census 2011, the total population of Puri district was 1,698,730 (16.99 lakh).
👉 Estimated population of Puri district in 2026 ~ 20 lakh.
Puri District – Key Data (2011)
| Particulars | Census 2011 |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,698,730 |
| District Area | 3,479 sq. km |
| Population Density | 488 per sq. km |
| Average Literacy Rate | 84.67% |
| Sex Ratio | 963 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 932 |
Source: Census of India 2011
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