Barwani
Barwani is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Barwani district is 5,427 km², which includes 5,326.26 km² of rural area and 100.74 km² of urban area. There are about 696 villages in Barwani district.
For administrative convenience, Barwani 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 Barwani district. Here is the list of all Barwani Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Barwani District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anjad | 258 | 89,465 |
| 2 | Barwani | 784 | 2,11,061 |
| 3 | Niwali | 345 | 1,12,639 |
| 4 | Pansemal | 676 | 1,57,975 |
| 5 | Pati | 844 | 1,62,432 |
| 6 | Rajpur | 732 | 2,13,216 |
| 7 | Sendhwa | 634 | 2,31,318 |
| 8 | Thikri | 316 | 79,054 |
| 9 | Varla | 839 | 1,28,721 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Pati is the largest tehsil in barwani district, covering an area of 843.51 km², while Anjad is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 258.02 km². Sendhwa is the most populous, whereas Thikri is the least populous tehsil in barwani district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Pati | Sendhwa |
| Smallest Tehsil | Anjad | Anjad |
Population of Barwani District
The population of Barwani 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 Barwani, 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 | 13,85,881 | 11,81,812 | 2,04,069 |
| Total Male Population | 6,99,340 | 5,94,907 | 1,04,433 |
| Total Female Population | 6,86,541 | 5,86,905 | 99,636 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,65,299 | 2,37,316 | 27,983 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,36,212 | 1,21,431 | 14,781 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,29,087 | 1,15,885 | 13,202 |
| Literate Population | 5,49,926 | 4,13,152 | 1,36,774 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,13,642 | 2,38,262 | 75,380 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,36,284 | 1,74,890 | 61,394 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,35,955 | 7,68,660 | 67,295 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,85,698 | 3,56,645 | 29,053 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,50,257 | 4,12,015 | 38,242 |
| Households | 2,43,277 | 2,04,644 | 38,633 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Barwani district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Barwani district is 13,85,881, including 6,99,340 males and 6,86,541 females. In rural areas, it is 11,81,812, including 5,94,907 males and 5,86,905 females. In urban areas, it is 2,04,069, including 1,04,433 males and 99,636 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Barwani district is 2,65,299, including 1,36,212 boys and 1,29,087 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,37,316, including 1,21,431 boys and 1,15,885 girls. In urban areas, it is 27,983, including 14,781 boys and 13,202 girls.
- Literate population in Barwani district is around 5,49,926, including 3,13,642 males and 2,36,284 females. In rural areas, it is 4,13,152, including 2,38,262 males and 1,74,890 females. In urban areas, it is 1,36,774, including 75,380 males and 61,394 females.
- Illiterate population in Barwani district is about 8,35,955, including 3,85,698 males and 4,50,257 females. In rural areas, it is 7,68,660, including 3,56,645 males and 4,12,015 females. In urban areas, it is 67,295, including 29,053 males and 38,242 females.
- There are about 2,43,277 households in Barwani district, including 2,04,644 in rural areas and 38,633 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Barwani. 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 | 87,991 | 64,344 | 23,647 |
| SC Male Population | 44,478 | 32,479 | 11,999 |
| SC Female Population | 43,513 | 31,865 | 11,648 |
| Total ST Population | 9,62,145 | 9,25,650 | 36,495 |
| ST Male Population | 4,82,182 | 4,63,463 | 18,719 |
| ST Female Population | 4,79,963 | 4,62,187 | 17,776 |
| Population Density | 255 / km² | 222 / km² | 2,026 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Barwani district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Barwani district is approximately 87,991, including 44,478 males and 43,513 females. In rural areas, it is 64,344, including 32,479 males and 31,865 females. In urban areas, it is 23,647, including 11,999 males and 11,648 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Barwani district is about 9,62,145, including 4,82,182 males and 4,79,963 females. In rural areas, it is 9,25,650, including 4,63,463 males and 4,62,187 females. In urban areas, it is 36,495, including 18,719 males and 17,776 females.
- Overall population density of Barwani district is around 255 people per km². Rural areas have about 222 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,026 people per km².