Betul
Betul is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Betul district is 10,043 km², which includes 9,941.17 km² of rural area and 101.83 km² of urban area. There are about 1,344 villages in Betul district.
For administrative convenience, Betul 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 8 tehsils in Betul district. Here is the list of all Betul Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Betul District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amla | 717 | 1,76,126 |
| 2 | Athner | 941 | 1,06,793 |
| 3 | Betul | 1,347 | 2,80,179 |
| 4 | Bhainsdehi | 2,462 | 2,89,295 |
| 5 | Chicholi | 669 | 86,795 |
| 6 | Ghoda Dongri | 1,141 | 2,35,790 |
| 7 | Multai | 1,810 | 2,87,078 |
| 8 | Shahpur | 957 | 1,13,306 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Bhainsdehi is the largest tehsil in betul district by both area and population. Chicholi is the smallest tehsil in betul district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Bhainsdehi | Bhainsdehi |
| Smallest Tehsil | Chicholi | Chicholi |
Population of Betul District
The population of Betul 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 Betul, 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 | 15,75,362 | 12,66,211 | 3,09,151 |
| Total Male Population | 7,99,236 | 6,40,358 | 1,58,878 |
| Total Female Population | 7,76,126 | 6,25,853 | 1,50,273 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,11,433 | 1,78,470 | 32,963 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,08,034 | 91,050 | 16,984 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,03,399 | 87,420 | 15,979 |
| Literate Population | 9,39,769 | 7,00,098 | 2,39,671 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,29,783 | 4,00,175 | 1,29,608 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,09,986 | 2,99,923 | 1,10,063 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,35,593 | 5,66,113 | 69,480 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,69,453 | 2,40,183 | 29,270 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,66,140 | 3,25,930 | 40,210 |
| Households | 3,29,832 | 2,61,879 | 67,953 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Betul district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Betul district is 15,75,362, including 7,99,236 males and 7,76,126 females. In rural areas, it is 12,66,211, including 6,40,358 males and 6,25,853 females. In urban areas, it is 3,09,151, including 1,58,878 males and 1,50,273 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Betul district is 2,11,433, including 1,08,034 boys and 1,03,399 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,78,470, including 91,050 boys and 87,420 girls. In urban areas, it is 32,963, including 16,984 boys and 15,979 girls.
- Literate population in Betul district is around 9,39,769, including 5,29,783 males and 4,09,986 females. In rural areas, it is 7,00,098, including 4,00,175 males and 2,99,923 females. In urban areas, it is 2,39,671, including 1,29,608 males and 1,10,063 females.
- Illiterate population in Betul district is about 6,35,593, including 2,69,453 males and 3,66,140 females. In rural areas, it is 5,66,113, including 2,40,183 males and 3,25,930 females. In urban areas, it is 69,480, including 29,270 males and 40,210 females.
- There are about 3,29,832 households in Betul district, including 2,61,879 in rural areas and 67,953 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Betul. 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 | 1,59,296 | 1,07,791 | 51,505 |
| SC Male Population | 81,621 | 55,268 | 26,353 |
| SC Female Population | 77,675 | 52,523 | 25,152 |
| Total ST Population | 6,67,018 | 6,38,348 | 28,670 |
| ST Male Population | 3,33,166 | 3,18,925 | 14,241 |
| ST Female Population | 3,33,852 | 3,19,423 | 14,429 |
| Population Density | 157 / km² | 127 / km² | 3,036 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Betul district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Betul district is approximately 1,59,296, including 81,621 males and 77,675 females. In rural areas, it is 1,07,791, including 55,268 males and 52,523 females. In urban areas, it is 51,505, including 26,353 males and 25,152 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Betul district is about 6,67,018, including 3,33,166 males and 3,33,852 females. In rural areas, it is 6,38,348, including 3,18,925 males and 3,19,423 females. In urban areas, it is 28,670, including 14,241 males and 14,429 females.
- Overall population density of Betul district is around 157 people per km². Rural areas have about 127 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,036 people per km².