Koriya
Koriya is a district in the Chhattisgarh State of India. The total area of Koriya district is 6,604 km², which includes 6,389.95 km² of rural area and 214.05 km² of urban area. There are about 623 villages in Koriya district.
For administrative convenience, Koriya 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.
Bharatpur is the largest tehsil in koriya district covering area of 2347.82 km² while Baikunthpur is the smallest tehsil in koriya district covering area of 690.95 km². Baikunthpur is the most populous whereas Sonhat is the least populous tehsil in koriya district. There are 5 tehsils in Koriya district. Here is the list of all Koriya Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Koriya District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baikunthpur | 691 | 1,98,953 |
| 2 | Bharatpur | 2,348 | 88,750 |
| 3 | Khadganva | 1,027 | 1,73,747 |
| 4 | Manendragarh | 1,099 | 1,48,993 |
| 5 | Sonhat | 1,440 | 48,474 |
Population of Koriya District
The population of Koriya 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 Koriya, 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 | 6,58,917 | 4,53,618 | 2,05,299 |
| Total Male Population | 3,34,737 | 2,28,338 | 1,06,399 |
| Total Female Population | 3,24,180 | 2,25,280 | 98,900 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 95,784 | 72,914 | 22,870 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 48,666 | 36,699 | 11,967 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 47,118 | 36,215 | 10,903 |
| Literate Population | 3,97,823 | 2,49,156 | 1,48,667 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,29,923 | 1,45,851 | 84,072 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,67,900 | 1,03,305 | 64,595 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,61,094 | 2,04,462 | 56,632 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,04,814 | 82,487 | 22,327 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,56,280 | 1,21,975 | 34,305 |
| Households | 1,53,274 | 1,08,193 | 45,081 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Koriya district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Koriya district is 6,58,917, including 3,34,737 males and 3,24,180 females. In rural areas, it is 4,53,618, including 2,28,338 males and 2,25,280 females. In urban areas, it is 2,05,299, including 1,06,399 males and 98,900 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Koriya district is 95,784, including 48,666 boys and 47,118 girls. In rural areas, it is 72,914, including 36,699 boys and 36,215 girls. In urban areas, it is 22,870, including 11,967 boys and 10,903 girls.
- Literate population in Koriya district is around 3,97,823, including 2,29,923 males and 1,67,900 females. In rural areas, it is 2,49,156, including 1,45,851 males and 1,03,305 females. In urban areas, it is 1,48,667, including 84,072 males and 64,595 females.
- Illiterate population in Koriya district is about 2,61,094, including 1,04,814 males and 1,56,280 females. In rural areas, it is 2,04,462, including 82,487 males and 1,21,975 females. In urban areas, it is 56,632, including 22,327 males and 34,305 females.
- There are about 1,53,274 households in Koriya district, including 1,08,193 in rural areas and 45,081 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Koriya. 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 | 54,776 | 31,238 | 23,538 |
| SC Male Population | 27,682 | 15,675 | 12,007 |
| SC Female Population | 27,094 | 15,563 | 11,531 |
| Total ST Population | 3,04,280 | 2,74,059 | 30,221 |
| ST Male Population | 1,52,659 | 1,37,286 | 15,373 |
| ST Female Population | 1,51,621 | 1,36,773 | 14,848 |
| Population Density | 100 / km² | 71 / km² | 959 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Koriya district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Koriya district is approximately 54,776, including 27,682 males and 27,094 females. In rural areas, it is 31,238, including 15,675 males and 15,563 females. In urban areas, it is 23,538, including 12,007 males and 11,531 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Koriya district is about 3,04,280, including 1,52,659 males and 1,51,621 females. In rural areas, it is 2,74,059, including 1,37,286 males and 1,36,773 females. In urban areas, it is 30,221, including 15,373 males and 14,848 females.
- Overall population density of Koriya district is around 100 people per km². Rural areas have about 71 people per km². Urban areas have about 959 people per km².