Balaghat
Balaghat is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Balaghat district is 9,229 km², which includes 9,021.68 km² of rural area and 207.32 km² of urban area. There are about 1,272 villages in Balaghat district.
For administrative convenience, Balaghat 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 10 tehsils in Balaghat district. Here is the list of all Balaghat Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Balaghat District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baihar | 1,347 | 2,84,352 |
| 2 | Balaghat | 1,051 | 2,69,352 |
| 3 | Katangi | 287 | 1,02,594 |
| 4 | Khairlanji | 465 | 1,47,208 |
| 5 | Kirnapur | 881 | 1,75,890 |
| 6 | Lalbarra | 625 | 1,70,960 |
| 7 | Lanji | 880 | 1,87,624 |
| 8 | Paraswada | 2,682 | 1,08,026 |
| 9 | Tirodi | 421 | 79,401 |
| 10 | Waraseoni | 590 | 1,76,291 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Paraswada is the largest tehsil in balaghat district, covering an area of 2682.43 km², while Katangi is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 287.34 km². Baihar is the most populous, whereas Tirodi is the least populous tehsil in balaghat district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Paraswada | Baihar |
| Smallest Tehsil | Katangi | Katangi |
Population of Balaghat District
The population of Balaghat 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 Balaghat, 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 | 17,01,698 | 14,56,882 | 2,44,816 |
| Total Male Population | 8,42,178 | 7,19,794 | 1,22,384 |
| Total Female Population | 8,59,520 | 7,37,088 | 1,22,432 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,12,931 | 1,86,683 | 26,248 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,08,278 | 94,690 | 13,588 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,04,653 | 91,993 | 12,660 |
| Literate Population | 11,47,623 | 9,60,218 | 1,87,405 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,26,468 | 5,27,089 | 99,379 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,21,155 | 4,33,129 | 88,026 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,54,075 | 4,96,664 | 57,411 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,15,710 | 1,92,705 | 23,005 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,38,365 | 3,03,959 | 34,406 |
| Households | 3,91,836 | 3,37,369 | 54,467 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Balaghat district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Balaghat district is 17,01,698, including 8,42,178 males and 8,59,520 females. In rural areas, it is 14,56,882, including 7,19,794 males and 7,37,088 females. In urban areas, it is 2,44,816, including 1,22,384 males and 1,22,432 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Balaghat district is 2,12,931, including 1,08,278 boys and 1,04,653 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,86,683, including 94,690 boys and 91,993 girls. In urban areas, it is 26,248, including 13,588 boys and 12,660 girls.
- Literate population in Balaghat district is around 11,47,623, including 6,26,468 males and 5,21,155 females. In rural areas, it is 9,60,218, including 5,27,089 males and 4,33,129 females. In urban areas, it is 1,87,405, including 99,379 males and 88,026 females.
- Illiterate population in Balaghat district is about 5,54,075, including 2,15,710 males and 3,38,365 females. In rural areas, it is 4,96,664, including 1,92,705 males and 3,03,959 females. In urban areas, it is 57,411, including 23,005 males and 34,406 females.
- There are about 3,91,836 households in Balaghat district, including 3,37,369 in rural areas and 54,467 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Balaghat. 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 | 1,25,426 | 99,608 | 25,818 |
| SC Male Population | 61,576 | 48,756 | 12,820 |
| SC Female Population | 63,850 | 50,852 | 12,998 |
| Total ST Population | 3,83,026 | 3,46,461 | 36,565 |
| ST Male Population | 1,86,979 | 1,69,216 | 17,763 |
| ST Female Population | 1,96,047 | 1,77,245 | 18,802 |
| Population Density | 184 / km² | 162 / km² | 1,181 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Balaghat district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Balaghat district is approximately 1,25,426, including 61,576 males and 63,850 females. In rural areas, it is 99,608, including 48,756 males and 50,852 females. In urban areas, it is 25,818, including 12,820 males and 12,998 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Balaghat district is about 3,83,026, including 1,86,979 males and 1,96,047 females. In rural areas, it is 3,46,461, including 1,69,216 males and 1,77,245 females. In urban areas, it is 36,565, including 17,763 males and 18,802 females.
- Overall population density of Balaghat district is around 184 people per km². Rural areas have about 162 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,181 people per km².