Bastar
Bastar is a district in the Chhattisgarh State of India. The total area of Bastar district is 10,470 km², which includes 10,296.29 km² of rural area and 173.71 km² of urban area. There are about 1,128 villages in Bastar district.
For administrative convenience, Bastar district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 12 tehsils in Bastar district. Here is the list of all Bastar Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Bastar District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bade Rajpur | 560 | 85,560 |
| 2 | Bakavand | 1,180 | 1,49,823 |
| 3 | Bastanar | 320 | 48,040 |
| 4 | Bastar | 1,225 | 1,63,997 |
| 5 | Darbha | 979 | 79,360 |
| 6 | Farasgaon | 873 | 98,752 |
| 7 | Jagdalpur | 720 | 2,39,808 |
| 8 | Keskal | 869 | 93,003 |
| 9 | Kondagaon | 1,839 | 2,01,795 |
| 10 | Lohandiguda | 596 | 75,842 |
| 11 | Makdi | 956 | 99,714 |
| 12 | Tokapal | 354 | 77,505 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kondagaon is the largest tehsil in bastar district by area, while Jagdalpur is the largest by population. Bastanar is the smallest tehsil in bastar district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kondagaon | Jagdalpur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bastanar | Bastanar |
Population of Bastar District
The population of Bastar offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Bastar, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,13,199 | 12,19,705 | 1,93,494 |
| Total Male Population | 6,98,487 | 6,00,652 | 97,835 |
| Total Female Population | 7,14,712 | 6,19,053 | 95,659 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,16,713 | 1,94,321 | 22,392 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,08,662 | 97,079 | 11,583 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,08,051 | 97,242 | 10,809 |
| Literate Population | 6,50,863 | 5,11,057 | 1,39,806 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,82,335 | 3,05,898 | 76,437 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,68,528 | 2,05,159 | 63,369 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,62,336 | 7,08,648 | 53,688 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,16,152 | 2,94,754 | 21,398 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,46,184 | 4,13,894 | 32,290 |
| Households | 3,11,538 | 2,68,258 | 43,280 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bastar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bastar district is 14,13,199, including 6,98,487 males and 7,14,712 females. In rural areas, it is 12,19,705, including 6,00,652 males and 6,19,053 females. In urban areas, it is 1,93,494, including 97,835 males and 95,659 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bastar district is 2,16,713, including 1,08,662 boys and 1,08,051 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,94,321, including 97,079 boys and 97,242 girls. In urban areas, it is 22,392, including 11,583 boys and 10,809 girls.
- Literate population in Bastar district is around 6,50,863, including 3,82,335 males and 2,68,528 females. In rural areas, it is 5,11,057, including 3,05,898 males and 2,05,159 females. In urban areas, it is 1,39,806, including 76,437 males and 63,369 females.
- Illiterate population in Bastar district is about 7,62,336, including 3,16,152 males and 4,46,184 females. In rural areas, it is 7,08,648, including 2,94,754 males and 4,13,894 females. In urban areas, it is 53,688, including 21,398 males and 32,290 females.
- There are about 3,11,538 households in Bastar district, including 2,68,258 in rural areas and 43,280 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bastar. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 37,963 | 25,881 | 12,082 |
| SC Male Population | 18,815 | 12,839 | 5,976 |
| SC Female Population | 19,148 | 13,042 | 6,106 |
| Total ST Population | 9,31,780 | 8,80,221 | 51,559 |
| ST Male Population | 4,56,841 | 4,31,157 | 25,684 |
| ST Female Population | 4,74,939 | 4,49,064 | 25,875 |
| Population Density | 135 / km² | 119 / km² | 1,114 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bastar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bastar district is approximately 37,963, including 18,815 males and 19,148 females. In rural areas, it is 25,881, including 12,839 males and 13,042 females. In urban areas, it is 12,082, including 5,976 males and 6,106 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bastar district is about 9,31,780, including 4,56,841 males and 4,74,939 females. In rural areas, it is 8,80,221, including 4,31,157 males and 4,49,064 females. In urban areas, it is 51,559, including 25,684 males and 25,875 females.
- Overall population density of Bastar district is around 135 people per km². Rural areas have about 119 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,114 people per km².