Bilaspur
Bilaspur is a district in the Chhattisgarh State of India. The total area of Bilaspur district is 8,272 km², which includes 7,983.44 km² of rural area and 288.56 km² of urban area. There are about 1,566 villages in Bilaspur district.
For administrative convenience, Bilaspur 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 11 tehsils in Bilaspur district. Here is the list of all Bilaspur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Bilaspur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bilaspur | 448 | 6,44,928 |
| 2 | Bilha | 364 | 1,56,766 |
| 3 | Kota | 1,156 | 2,28,358 |
| 4 | Lormi | 1,643 | 2,74,859 |
| 5 | Marwahi | 690 | 1,16,804 |
| 6 | Masturi | 854 | 2,97,726 |
| 7 | Mungeli | 692 | 2,49,229 |
| 8 | Pathariya | 423 | 1,77,619 |
| 9 | Pendra | 510 | 85,481 |
| 10 | Pendra Road Gorella | 778 | 1,34,135 |
| 11 | Takhatpur | 714 | 2,97,724 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Lormi is the largest tehsil in bilaspur district, covering an area of 1642.56 km², while Bilha is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 363.69 km². Bilaspur is the most populous, whereas Pendra is the least populous tehsil in bilaspur district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Lormi | Bilaspur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bilha | Bilha |
Population of Bilaspur District
The population of Bilaspur 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 Bilaspur, 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 | 26,63,629 | 19,83,759 | 6,79,870 |
| Total Male Population | 13,51,574 | 10,02,520 | 3,49,054 |
| Total Female Population | 13,12,055 | 9,81,239 | 3,30,816 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,07,835 | 3,22,460 | 85,375 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,07,995 | 1,63,504 | 44,491 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,99,840 | 1,58,956 | 40,884 |
| Literate Population | 15,96,560 | 10,95,487 | 5,01,073 |
| Literate Male Population | 9,32,474 | 6,56,265 | 2,76,209 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,64,086 | 4,39,222 | 2,24,864 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,67,069 | 8,88,272 | 1,78,797 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,19,100 | 3,46,255 | 72,845 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 6,47,969 | 5,42,017 | 1,05,952 |
| Households | 6,00,822 | 4,56,635 | 1,44,187 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bilaspur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bilaspur district is 26,63,629, including 13,51,574 males and 13,12,055 females. In rural areas, it is 19,83,759, including 10,02,520 males and 9,81,239 females. In urban areas, it is 6,79,870, including 3,49,054 males and 3,30,816 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bilaspur district is 4,07,835, including 2,07,995 boys and 1,99,840 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,22,460, including 1,63,504 boys and 1,58,956 girls. In urban areas, it is 85,375, including 44,491 boys and 40,884 girls.
- Literate population in Bilaspur district is around 15,96,560, including 9,32,474 males and 6,64,086 females. In rural areas, it is 10,95,487, including 6,56,265 males and 4,39,222 females. In urban areas, it is 5,01,073, including 2,76,209 males and 2,24,864 females.
- Illiterate population in Bilaspur district is about 10,67,069, including 4,19,100 males and 6,47,969 females. In rural areas, it is 8,88,272, including 3,46,255 males and 5,42,017 females. In urban areas, it is 1,78,797, including 72,845 males and 1,05,952 females.
- There are about 6,00,822 households in Bilaspur district, including 4,56,635 in rural areas and 1,44,187 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bilaspur. 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 | 5,52,992 | 4,56,247 | 96,745 |
| SC Male Population | 2,81,221 | 2,31,864 | 49,357 |
| SC Female Population | 2,71,771 | 2,24,383 | 47,388 |
| Total ST Population | 4,98,469 | 4,53,120 | 45,349 |
| ST Male Population | 2,48,172 | 2,25,348 | 22,824 |
| ST Female Population | 2,50,297 | 2,27,772 | 22,525 |
| Population Density | 322 / km² | 249 / km² | 2,356 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bilaspur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bilaspur district is approximately 5,52,992, including 2,81,221 males and 2,71,771 females. In rural areas, it is 4,56,247, including 2,31,864 males and 2,24,383 females. In urban areas, it is 96,745, including 49,357 males and 47,388 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bilaspur district is about 4,98,469, including 2,48,172 males and 2,50,297 females. In rural areas, it is 4,53,120, including 2,25,348 males and 2,27,772 females. In urban areas, it is 45,349, including 22,824 males and 22,525 females.
- Overall population density of Bilaspur district is around 322 people per km². Rural areas have about 249 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,356 people per km².