Dhamtari
Dhamtari is a district in the Chhattisgarh State of India. The total area of Dhamtari district is 4,084 km², which includes 3,985.51 km² of rural area and 98.49 km² of urban area. There are about 619 villages in Dhamtari district.
For administrative convenience, Dhamtari 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 4 tehsils in Dhamtari district. Here is the list of all Dhamtari Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Dhamtari District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dhamtari | 681 | 2,79,833 |
| 2 | Kurud | 588 | 2,19,013 |
| 3 | Magarlod | 744 | 1,21,430 |
| 4 | Nagri | 2,070 | 1,79,505 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Nagri is the largest tehsil in dhamtari district, covering an area of 2070.17 km², while Kurud is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 588.45 km². Dhamtari is the most populous, whereas Magarlod is the least populous tehsil in dhamtari district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Nagri | Dhamtari |
| Smallest Tehsil | Kurud | Kurud |
Population of Dhamtari District
The population of Dhamtari 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 Dhamtari, 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 | 7,99,781 | 6,50,586 | 1,49,195 |
| Total Male Population | 3,97,897 | 3,23,420 | 74,477 |
| Total Female Population | 4,01,884 | 3,27,166 | 74,718 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,01,909 | 84,459 | 17,450 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 51,652 | 42,786 | 8,866 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 50,257 | 41,673 | 8,584 |
| Literate Population | 5,46,833 | 4,35,825 | 1,11,008 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,03,924 | 2,44,050 | 59,874 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,42,909 | 1,91,775 | 51,134 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,52,948 | 2,14,761 | 38,187 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 93,973 | 79,370 | 14,603 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,58,975 | 1,35,391 | 23,584 |
| Households | 1,70,951 | 1,38,455 | 32,496 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Dhamtari district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Dhamtari district is 7,99,781, including 3,97,897 males and 4,01,884 females. In rural areas, it is 6,50,586, including 3,23,420 males and 3,27,166 females. In urban areas, it is 1,49,195, including 74,477 males and 74,718 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Dhamtari district is 1,01,909, including 51,652 boys and 50,257 girls. In rural areas, it is 84,459, including 42,786 boys and 41,673 girls. In urban areas, it is 17,450, including 8,866 boys and 8,584 girls.
- Literate population in Dhamtari district is around 5,46,833, including 3,03,924 males and 2,42,909 females. In rural areas, it is 4,35,825, including 2,44,050 males and 1,91,775 females. In urban areas, it is 1,11,008, including 59,874 males and 51,134 females.
- Illiterate population in Dhamtari district is about 2,52,948, including 93,973 males and 1,58,975 females. In rural areas, it is 2,14,761, including 79,370 males and 1,35,391 females. In urban areas, it is 38,187, including 14,603 males and 23,584 females.
- There are about 1,70,951 households in Dhamtari district, including 1,38,455 in rural areas and 32,496 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Dhamtari. 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 | 58,581 | 45,455 | 13,126 |
| SC Male Population | 28,887 | 22,495 | 6,392 |
| SC Female Population | 29,694 | 22,960 | 6,734 |
| Total ST Population | 2,07,633 | 1,90,463 | 17,170 |
| ST Male Population | 1,02,058 | 93,682 | 8,376 |
| ST Female Population | 1,05,575 | 96,781 | 8,794 |
| Population Density | 196 / km² | 163 / km² | 1,515 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Dhamtari district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Dhamtari district is approximately 58,581, including 28,887 males and 29,694 females. In rural areas, it is 45,455, including 22,495 males and 22,960 females. In urban areas, it is 13,126, including 6,392 males and 6,734 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Dhamtari district is about 2,07,633, including 1,02,058 males and 1,05,575 females. In rural areas, it is 1,90,463, including 93,682 males and 96,781 females. In urban areas, it is 17,170, including 8,376 males and 8,794 females.
- Overall population density of Dhamtari district is around 196 people per km². Rural areas have about 163 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,515 people per km².