Raigarh
Raigarh is a district in the Chhattisgarh State of India. The total area of Raigarh district is 7,086 km², which includes 6,966.50 km² of rural area and 119.50 km² of urban area. There are about 1,426 villages in Raigarh district.
For administrative convenience, Raigarh 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 9 tehsils in Raigarh district. Here is the list of all Raigarh Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Raigarh District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baramkela | 621 | 1,51,399 |
| 2 | Gharghoda | 481 | 79,425 |
| 3 | Kharsia | 514 | 1,50,627 |
| 4 | Lailunga | 795 | 1,30,613 |
| 5 | Pusour | 474 | 1,39,799 |
| 6 | Raigarh | 652 | 3,07,513 |
| 7 | Sarangarh | 884 | 2,29,603 |
| 8 | Tamnar | 729 | 97,975 |
| 9 | Udaipur | 1,936 | 2,07,030 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Udaipur (Dharamjaigarh) is the largest tehsil in raigarh district, covering an area of 1935.68 km², while Pusour is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 473.76 km². Raigarh is the most populous, whereas Gharghoda is the least populous tehsil in raigarh district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Udaipur (Dharamjaigarh) | Raigarh |
| Smallest Tehsil | Pusour | Pusour |
Population of Raigarh District
The population of Raigarh 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 Raigarh, 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 | 14,93,984 | 12,47,682 | 2,46,302 |
| Total Male Population | 7,50,278 | 6,23,817 | 1,26,461 |
| Total Female Population | 7,43,706 | 6,23,865 | 1,19,841 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,95,069 | 1,64,083 | 30,986 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,00,204 | 83,971 | 16,233 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 94,865 | 80,112 | 14,753 |
| Literate Population | 9,51,639 | 7,68,151 | 1,83,488 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,42,756 | 4,41,331 | 1,01,425 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,08,883 | 3,26,820 | 82,063 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,42,345 | 4,79,531 | 62,814 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,07,522 | 1,82,486 | 25,036 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,34,823 | 2,97,045 | 37,778 |
| Households | 3,67,962 | 3,12,800 | 55,162 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Raigarh district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Raigarh district is 14,93,984, including 7,50,278 males and 7,43,706 females. In rural areas, it is 12,47,682, including 6,23,817 males and 6,23,865 females. In urban areas, it is 2,46,302, including 1,26,461 males and 1,19,841 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Raigarh district is 1,95,069, including 1,00,204 boys and 94,865 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,64,083, including 83,971 boys and 80,112 girls. In urban areas, it is 30,986, including 16,233 boys and 14,753 girls.
- Literate population in Raigarh district is around 9,51,639, including 5,42,756 males and 4,08,883 females. In rural areas, it is 7,68,151, including 4,41,331 males and 3,26,820 females. In urban areas, it is 1,83,488, including 1,01,425 males and 82,063 females.
- Illiterate population in Raigarh district is about 5,42,345, including 2,07,522 males and 3,34,823 females. In rural areas, it is 4,79,531, including 1,82,486 males and 2,97,045 females. In urban areas, it is 62,814, including 25,036 males and 37,778 females.
- There are about 3,67,962 households in Raigarh district, including 3,12,800 in rural areas and 55,162 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Raigarh. 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 | 2,24,942 | 1,88,059 | 36,883 |
| SC Male Population | 1,12,111 | 93,642 | 18,469 |
| SC Female Population | 1,12,831 | 94,417 | 18,414 |
| Total ST Population | 5,05,609 | 4,75,594 | 30,015 |
| ST Male Population | 2,50,473 | 2,35,465 | 15,008 |
| ST Female Population | 2,55,136 | 2,40,129 | 15,007 |
| Population Density | 211 / km² | 179 / km² | 2,061 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Raigarh district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Raigarh district is approximately 2,24,942, including 1,12,111 males and 1,12,831 females. In rural areas, it is 1,88,059, including 93,642 males and 94,417 females. In urban areas, it is 36,883, including 18,469 males and 18,414 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Raigarh district is about 5,05,609, including 2,50,473 males and 2,55,136 females. In rural areas, it is 4,75,594, including 2,35,465 males and 2,40,129 females. In urban areas, it is 30,015, including 15,008 males and 15,007 females.
- Overall population density of Raigarh district is around 211 people per km². Rural areas have about 179 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,061 people per km².