Dewas
Dewas is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Dewas district is 7,020 km², which includes 6,808.49 km² of rural area and 211.51 km² of urban area. There are about 1,057 villages in Dewas district.
For administrative convenience, Dewas 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 Dewas district. Here is the list of all Dewas Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Dewas District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bagli | 1,578 | 1,95,153 |
| 2 | Dewas | 1,001 | 5,05,948 |
| 3 | Hatpiplya | 362 | 1,06,612 |
| 4 | Kannod | 700 | 1,12,387 |
| 5 | Khategaon | 1,114 | 1,91,435 |
| 6 | Satwas | 979 | 1,46,089 |
| 7 | Sonkatch | 646 | 1,72,308 |
| 8 | Tonk Khurd | 639 | 1,33,783 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Bagli is the largest tehsil in dewas district by area, while Dewas is the largest by population. Hatpiplya is the smallest tehsil in dewas district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Bagli | Dewas |
| Smallest Tehsil | Hatpiplya | Hatpiplya |
Population of Dewas District
The population of Dewas 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 Dewas, 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 | 15,63,715 | 11,11,956 | 4,51,759 |
| Total Male Population | 8,05,359 | 5,71,720 | 2,33,639 |
| Total Female Population | 7,58,356 | 5,40,236 | 2,18,120 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,29,339 | 1,71,150 | 58,189 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,19,566 | 89,011 | 30,555 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,09,773 | 82,139 | 27,634 |
| Literate Population | 9,25,369 | 6,04,294 | 3,21,075 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,50,716 | 3,69,959 | 1,80,757 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,74,653 | 2,34,335 | 1,40,318 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,38,346 | 5,07,662 | 1,30,684 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,54,643 | 2,01,761 | 52,882 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,83,703 | 3,05,901 | 77,802 |
| Households | 3,08,871 | 2,21,276 | 87,595 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Dewas district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Dewas district is 15,63,715, including 8,05,359 males and 7,58,356 females. In rural areas, it is 11,11,956, including 5,71,720 males and 5,40,236 females. In urban areas, it is 4,51,759, including 2,33,639 males and 2,18,120 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Dewas district is 2,29,339, including 1,19,566 boys and 1,09,773 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,71,150, including 89,011 boys and 82,139 girls. In urban areas, it is 58,189, including 30,555 boys and 27,634 girls.
- Literate population in Dewas district is around 9,25,369, including 5,50,716 males and 3,74,653 females. In rural areas, it is 6,04,294, including 3,69,959 males and 2,34,335 females. In urban areas, it is 3,21,075, including 1,80,757 males and 1,40,318 females.
- Illiterate population in Dewas district is about 6,38,346, including 2,54,643 males and 3,83,703 females. In rural areas, it is 5,07,662, including 2,01,761 males and 3,05,901 females. In urban areas, it is 1,30,684, including 52,882 males and 77,802 females.
- There are about 3,08,871 households in Dewas district, including 2,21,276 in rural areas and 87,595 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Dewas. 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 | 2,92,007 | 2,14,408 | 77,599 |
| SC Male Population | 1,50,260 | 1,10,249 | 40,011 |
| SC Female Population | 1,41,747 | 1,04,159 | 37,588 |
| Total ST Population | 2,72,701 | 2,47,061 | 25,640 |
| ST Male Population | 1,39,174 | 1,26,064 | 13,110 |
| ST Female Population | 1,33,527 | 1,20,997 | 12,530 |
| Population Density | 223 / km² | 163 / km² | 2,136 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Dewas district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Dewas district is approximately 2,92,007, including 1,50,260 males and 1,41,747 females. In rural areas, it is 2,14,408, including 1,10,249 males and 1,04,159 females. In urban areas, it is 77,599, including 40,011 males and 37,588 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Dewas district is about 2,72,701, including 1,39,174 males and 1,33,527 females. In rural areas, it is 2,47,061, including 1,26,064 males and 1,20,997 females. In urban areas, it is 25,640, including 13,110 males and 12,530 females.
- Overall population density of Dewas district is around 223 people per km². Rural areas have about 163 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,136 people per km².