Chhindwara
Chhindwara is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Chhindwara district is 11,815 km², which includes 11,591.51 km² of rural area and 223.49 km² of urban area. There are about 1,906 villages in Chhindwara district.
For administrative convenience, Chhindwara 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 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 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Harrai is the largest tehsil in chhindwara district, covering an area of 1630.80 km², while Parasia is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 381.26 km². Chhindwara is the most populous, whereas Bichhua is the least populous tehsil in chhindwara district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Harrai | Chhindwara |
| Smallest Tehsil | Parasia | Parasia |
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 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Chhindwara district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Chhindwara district is 20,90,922, including 10,64,468 males and 10,26,454 females. In rural areas, it is 15,85,739, including 8,06,199 males and 7,79,540 females. In urban areas, it is 5,05,183, including 2,58,269 males and 2,46,914 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Chhindwara district is 2,72,289, including 1,39,220 boys and 1,33,069 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,17,696, including 1,11,228 boys and 1,06,468 girls. In urban areas, it is 54,593, including 27,992 boys and 26,601 girls.
- Literate population in Chhindwara district is around 12,94,198, including 7,31,294 males and 5,62,904 females. In rural areas, it is 9,07,838, including 5,22,433 males and 3,85,405 females. In urban areas, it is 3,86,360, including 2,08,861 males and 1,77,499 females.
- Illiterate population in Chhindwara district is about 7,96,724, including 3,33,174 males and 4,63,550 females. In rural areas, it is 6,77,901, including 2,83,766 males and 3,94,135 females. In urban areas, it is 1,18,823, including 49,408 males and 69,415 females.
- There are about 4,43,361 households in Chhindwara district, including 3,33,149 in rural areas and 1,10,212 in urban areas.
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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Chhindwara district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Chhindwara district is approximately 2,32,244, including 1,18,465 males and 1,13,779 females. In rural areas, it is 1,58,112, including 80,981 males and 77,131 females. In urban areas, it is 74,132, including 37,484 males and 36,648 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Chhindwara district is about 7,69,778, including 3,85,785 males and 3,83,993 females. In rural areas, it is 7,13,572, including 3,57,724 males and 3,55,848 females. In urban areas, it is 56,206, including 28,061 males and 28,145 females.
- Overall population density of Chhindwara district is around 177 people per km². Rural areas have about 137 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,260 people per km².