
As children, our parents are our guardians. They provide food and clothes, protect and shield us from the world’s dangers. Sadly, many children in poverty have lost their parents to starvation, illness, or conflict. These children often already endure hardship before losing their parents. Their loss leaves them more vulnerable to poverty and threats to their lives across the globe.
The situation is far worse than you might imagine, as the number of orphans worldwide is shocking. Learn about the number of orphans worldwide below, and consider donating now to help these children in need.
It is estimated that there are at least 17,000 children in the Gaza Strip who have lost one or both parents. Gaza has approximately 1,067,986 children, making up nearly 47% of the population. This means that around 2% of the children in Gaza are orphans.
India is home to approximately 30 million orphans out of the 480 million children who reside there. With children making up roughly 34% of the population, over 6% of them are orphans, lacking parental support.
At Orphans in Need, we assist six African countries, each with significant numbers of orphans in dire need of your help.
There are approximately 4.8 million orphans in Bangladesh, accounting for about 8% of the total child population of 60 million. About one-third of Bangladesh’s population is made up of children.
There are around 215,000 orphans in Jammu and Kashmir out of a total child population of under 3.5 million. This means about 6% of children in Jammu and Kashmir are without parents. Furthermore, 28% of the overall population in Jammu and Kashmir consists of children.
Nepal has around 1 million orphans, which represents about 9% of the country’s 11.5 million children. The total population of 30.55 million children comprises around 38% of Nepal’s population.
Pakistan is home to more than 4.6 million orphans out of the total child population of 102 million. This means nearly 5% of children in Pakistan have lost their parents. Additionally, about 40% of Pakistan’s total population comprises children.
Sadly, most children in Sri Lanka become “orphans” due to abandonment. Out of the 21,000 children who live in children’s homes, over 19,000 still have living parents. Despite this, they face the reality of growing up without parental care.
The total number of orphans worldwide is estimated to be around 153 million.
Of the 153 million orphans worldwide, India has the highest number, with a staggering 30 million orphaned children. This makes India the country with the highest orphan rate globally.
Every two seconds, an orphan dies due to malnutrition. When calculated, this equates to approximately 15.8 million orphans dying each year from malnutrition alone. This figure does not account for the numerous other tragic causes of death among orphaned children.
The global orphan crisis is far-reaching, with millions of children facing unimaginable hardships after losing their parents.
From war-torn regions like Gaza to poverty-stricken areas in Africa, India, and beyond, these vulnerable children need support to survive and thrive. While the numbers may seem overwhelming, every small effort can significantly impact.
You can be part of the solution through donations, sponsorships, or adopting a child. Together, we can provide these orphans with the care, love, and opportunities they deserve, giving them a chance for a brighter future.