Chhindwara
Chhindwara is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. Total area of Chhindwara is 11,815 km² including 11,591.51 km² rural area and 223.49 km² urban area. As per 2011 stats, Chhindwara has a population of 20,90,922 peoples, out of which urban population is 5,05,183 while rural population is 15,85,739. Chhindwara has a sex ratio of approximately 964 females for every 1,000 males. The district has a population density of 177 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 4,43,361 houses in the district, including 1,10,212 urban houses and 3,33,149 rural houses. When it comes to villages, there are about 1,906 villages in chhindwara district.
The Chhindwara district is further divided in to Tehsils / Blocks / PS / Community Development Blocks (C.D.Blocks) for administrative purposes. In India, the Block or C.D.Block is often the next level of administrative division after the tehsil. It is important to note that, In some states of India C.D.Blocks are equal to tehsils.
For those who don't know, the C.D.Block is a rural area earmarked for administration and development in India. The area is administered by a BDO (Block Development Officer). A C.D.Block covers several gram panchayats, local administrative unit at the village level.
Harrai is the largest tehsil in chhindwara district covering area of 1630.80 km² while Parasia is the smallest tehsil in chhindwara district covering area of 381.26 km². Chhindwara is the most populous whereas Bichhua is the least populous tehsil in chhindwara district. There are 12 tehsils in Chhindwara district. Here is the list of all Chhindwara Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Chhindwara District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amarwara | 995 | 1,59,063 |
| 2 | Bichhua | 783 | 87,691 |
| 3 | Chaurai | 1,021 | 1,89,470 |
| 4 | Chhindwara | 627 | 3,37,144 |
| 5 | Harrai | 1,631 | 1,35,188 |
| 6 | Jamai | 1,468 | 2,40,547 |
| 7 | Mohkhed | 993 | 1,68,340 |
| 8 | Pandhurna | 1,187 | 1,92,618 |
| 9 | Parasia | 381 | 1,93,536 |
| 10 | Sausar | 840 | 1,81,692 |
| 11 | Tamia | 1,434 | 1,14,176 |
| 12 | Umreth | 456 | 91,457 |
Population of Chhindwara District
The population of Chhindwara 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 Chhindwara, 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 | 20,90,922 | 15,85,739 | 5,05,183 |
| Total Male Population | 10,64,468 | 8,06,199 | 2,58,269 |
| Total Female Population | 10,26,454 | 7,79,540 | 2,46,914 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,72,289 | 2,17,696 | 54,593 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,39,220 | 1,11,228 | 27,992 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,33,069 | 1,06,468 | 26,601 |
| Literate Population | 12,94,198 | 9,07,838 | 3,86,360 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,31,294 | 5,22,433 | 2,08,861 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,62,904 | 3,85,405 | 1,77,499 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,96,724 | 6,77,901 | 1,18,823 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,33,174 | 2,83,766 | 49,408 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,63,550 | 3,94,135 | 69,415 |
| Households | 4,43,361 | 3,33,149 | 1,10,212 |
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Chhindwara. 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 | 2,32,244 | 1,58,112 | 74,132 |
| SC Male Population | 1,18,465 | 80,981 | 37,484 |
| SC Female Population | 1,13,779 | 77,131 | 36,648 |
| Total ST Population | 7,69,778 | 7,13,572 | 56,206 |
| ST Male Population | 3,85,785 | 3,57,724 | 28,061 |
| ST Female Population | 3,83,993 | 3,55,848 | 28,145 |
| Population Density | 177 / km² | 137 / km² | 2,260 / km² |