Raipur
Raipur is a district in the Chhattisgarh State of India. The total area of Raipur district is 12,383 km², which includes 11,878.48 km² of rural area and 504.52 km² of urban area. There are about 2,094 villages in Raipur district.
For administrative convenience, Raipur 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 15 tehsils in Raipur district. Here is the list of all Raipur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Raipur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abhanpur | 600 | 2,42,089 |
| 2 | Arang | 903 | 3,14,489 |
| 3 | Baloda Bazar | 617 | 2,49,728 |
| 4 | Bhatapara | 468 | 2,03,295 |
| 5 | Bilaigarh | 700 | 2,26,432 |
| 6 | Bindranavagarh | 1,331 | 95,073 |
| 7 | Chhura | 1,035 | 1,16,330 |
| 8 | Deobhog | 456 | 94,212 |
| 9 | Kasdol | 1,665 | 2,17,688 |
| 10 | Mainpur | 1,516 | 1,24,384 |
| 11 | Palari | 593 | 2,02,179 |
| 12 | Raipur | 653 | 13,66,141 |
| 13 | Rajim | 497 | 1,67,654 |
| 14 | Simga | 609 | 2,06,021 |
| 15 | Tilda | 740 | 2,38,157 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kasdol is the largest tehsil in raipur district by area, while Raipur is the largest by population. Deobhog is the smallest tehsil in raipur district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kasdol | Raipur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Deobhog | Deobhog |
Population of Raipur District
The population of Raipur 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 Raipur, 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 | 40,63,872 | 25,80,583 | 14,83,289 |
| Total Male Population | 20,48,186 | 12,88,567 | 7,59,619 |
| Total Female Population | 20,15,686 | 12,92,016 | 7,23,670 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,83,382 | 3,87,005 | 1,96,377 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,96,441 | 1,95,416 | 1,01,025 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,86,941 | 1,91,589 | 95,352 |
| Literate Population | 26,29,749 | 15,45,714 | 10,84,035 |
| Literate Male Population | 14,93,158 | 8,98,298 | 5,94,860 |
| Literate Female Population | 11,36,591 | 6,47,416 | 4,89,175 |
| Illiterate Population | 14,34,123 | 10,34,869 | 3,99,254 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,55,028 | 3,90,269 | 1,64,759 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 8,79,095 | 6,44,600 | 2,34,495 |
| Households | 8,71,225 | 5,55,578 | 3,15,647 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Raipur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Raipur district is 40,63,872, including 20,48,186 males and 20,15,686 females. In rural areas, it is 25,80,583, including 12,88,567 males and 12,92,016 females. In urban areas, it is 14,83,289, including 7,59,619 males and 7,23,670 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Raipur district is 5,83,382, including 2,96,441 boys and 2,86,941 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,87,005, including 1,95,416 boys and 1,91,589 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,96,377, including 1,01,025 boys and 95,352 girls.
- Literate population in Raipur district is around 26,29,749, including 14,93,158 males and 11,36,591 females. In rural areas, it is 15,45,714, including 8,98,298 males and 6,47,416 females. In urban areas, it is 10,84,035, including 5,94,860 males and 4,89,175 females.
- Illiterate population in Raipur district is about 14,34,123, including 5,55,028 males and 8,79,095 females. In rural areas, it is 10,34,869, including 3,90,269 males and 6,44,600 females. In urban areas, it is 3,99,254, including 1,64,759 males and 2,34,495 females.
- There are about 8,71,225 households in Raipur district, including 5,55,578 in rural areas and 3,15,647 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Raipur. 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 | 7,24,250 | 5,24,846 | 1,99,404 |
| SC Male Population | 3,62,284 | 2,62,367 | 99,917 |
| SC Female Population | 3,61,966 | 2,62,479 | 99,487 |
| Total ST Population | 4,76,446 | 4,07,912 | 68,534 |
| ST Male Population | 2,35,271 | 2,00,597 | 34,674 |
| ST Female Population | 2,41,175 | 2,07,315 | 33,860 |
| Population Density | 328 / km² | 217 / km² | 2,940 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Raipur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Raipur district is approximately 7,24,250, including 3,62,284 males and 3,61,966 females. In rural areas, it is 5,24,846, including 2,62,367 males and 2,62,479 females. In urban areas, it is 1,99,404, including 99,917 males and 99,487 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Raipur district is about 4,76,446, including 2,35,271 males and 2,41,175 females. In rural areas, it is 4,07,912, including 2,00,597 males and 2,07,315 females. In urban areas, it is 68,534, including 34,674 males and 33,860 females.
- Overall population density of Raipur district is around 328 people per km². Rural areas have about 217 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,940 people per km².