Narayanpur
Narayanpur is a district in the Chhattisgarh State of India. The total area of Narayanpur district is 4,653 km², which includes 4,632.60 km² of rural area and 20.40 km² of urban area. There are about 375 villages in Narayanpur district.
For administrative convenience, Narayanpur 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 2 tehsils in Narayanpur district. Here is the list of all Narayanpur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Narayanpur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Narayanpur | 1,243 | 1,04,870 |
| 2 | Orchha | 3,410 | 34,950 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Orchha is the largest tehsil in narayanpur district, covering an area of 3409.90 km², while Narayanpur is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 1243.10 km². Narayanpur is the most populous, whereas Orchha is the least populous tehsil in narayanpur district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Orchha | Narayanpur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Narayanpur | Narayanpur |
Population of Narayanpur District
The population of Narayanpur 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 Narayanpur, 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 | 1,39,820 | 1,17,714 | 22,106 |
| Total Male Population | 70,104 | 58,653 | 11,451 |
| Total Female Population | 69,716 | 59,061 | 10,655 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 23,358 | 20,823 | 2,535 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 11,744 | 10,432 | 1,312 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 11,614 | 10,391 | 1,223 |
| Literate Population | 56,621 | 40,467 | 16,154 |
| Literate Male Population | 33,449 | 24,246 | 9,203 |
| Literate Female Population | 23,172 | 16,221 | 6,951 |
| Illiterate Population | 83,199 | 77,247 | 5,952 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 36,655 | 34,407 | 2,248 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 46,544 | 42,840 | 3,704 |
| Households | 27,982 | 23,068 | 4,914 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Narayanpur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Narayanpur district is 1,39,820, including 70,104 males and 69,716 females. In rural areas, it is 1,17,714, including 58,653 males and 59,061 females. In urban areas, it is 22,106, including 11,451 males and 10,655 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Narayanpur district is 23,358, including 11,744 boys and 11,614 girls. In rural areas, it is 20,823, including 10,432 boys and 10,391 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,535, including 1,312 boys and 1,223 girls.
- Literate population in Narayanpur district is around 56,621, including 33,449 males and 23,172 females. In rural areas, it is 40,467, including 24,246 males and 16,221 females. In urban areas, it is 16,154, including 9,203 males and 6,951 females.
- Illiterate population in Narayanpur district is about 83,199, including 36,655 males and 46,544 females. In rural areas, it is 77,247, including 34,407 males and 42,840 females. In urban areas, it is 5,952, including 2,248 males and 3,704 females.
- There are about 27,982 households in Narayanpur district, including 23,068 in rural areas and 4,914 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Narayanpur. 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 | 4,979 | 3,803 | 1,176 |
| SC Male Population | 2,518 | 1,918 | 600 |
| SC Female Population | 2,461 | 1,885 | 576 |
| Total ST Population | 1,08,161 | 97,372 | 10,789 |
| ST Male Population | 53,518 | 47,933 | 5,585 |
| ST Female Population | 54,643 | 49,439 | 5,204 |
| Population Density | 30 / km² | 25 / km² | 1,084 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Narayanpur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Narayanpur district is approximately 4,979, including 2,518 males and 2,461 females. In rural areas, it is 3,803, including 1,918 males and 1,885 females. In urban areas, it is 1,176, including 600 males and 576 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Narayanpur district is about 1,08,161, including 53,518 males and 54,643 females. In rural areas, it is 97,372, including 47,933 males and 49,439 females. In urban areas, it is 10,789, including 5,585 males and 5,204 females.
- Overall population density of Narayanpur district is around 30 people per km². Rural areas have about 25 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,084 people per km².