Guna
Guna is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Guna district is 6,390 km², which includes 6,233.50 km² of rural area and 156.50 km² of urban area. There are about 1,264 villages in Guna district.
For administrative convenience, Guna 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 7 tehsils in Guna district. Here is the list of all Guna Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Guna District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aron | 734 | 1,39,428 |
| 2 | Bamori | 1,550 | 1,72,131 |
| 3 | Chachaura | 608 | 1,27,388 |
| 4 | Guna | 1,636 | 4,05,393 |
| 5 | Kumbhraj | 615 | 1,18,804 |
| 6 | Maksoodangarh | 617 | 1,17,978 |
| 7 | Raghogarh | 629 | 1,60,397 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Guna is the largest tehsil in guna district by both area and population. Chachaura is the smallest tehsil in guna district by area, while Maksoodangarh is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Guna | Guna |
| Smallest Tehsil | Chachaura | Chachaura |
Population of Guna District
The population of Guna 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 Guna, 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 | 12,41,519 | 9,28,844 | 3,12,675 |
| Total Male Population | 6,49,362 | 4,86,127 | 1,63,235 |
| Total Female Population | 5,92,157 | 4,42,717 | 1,49,440 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,07,177 | 1,62,565 | 44,612 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,08,473 | 84,946 | 23,527 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 98,704 | 77,619 | 21,085 |
| Literate Population | 6,53,980 | 4,47,170 | 2,06,810 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,00,537 | 2,81,493 | 1,19,044 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,53,443 | 1,65,677 | 87,766 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,87,539 | 4,81,674 | 1,05,865 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,48,825 | 2,04,634 | 44,191 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,38,714 | 2,77,040 | 61,674 |
| Households | 2,44,401 | 1,85,041 | 59,360 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Guna district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Guna district is 12,41,519, including 6,49,362 males and 5,92,157 females. In rural areas, it is 9,28,844, including 4,86,127 males and 4,42,717 females. In urban areas, it is 3,12,675, including 1,63,235 males and 1,49,440 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Guna district is 2,07,177, including 1,08,473 boys and 98,704 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,62,565, including 84,946 boys and 77,619 girls. In urban areas, it is 44,612, including 23,527 boys and 21,085 girls.
- Literate population in Guna district is around 6,53,980, including 4,00,537 males and 2,53,443 females. In rural areas, it is 4,47,170, including 2,81,493 males and 1,65,677 females. In urban areas, it is 2,06,810, including 1,19,044 males and 87,766 females.
- Illiterate population in Guna district is about 5,87,539, including 2,48,825 males and 3,38,714 females. In rural areas, it is 4,81,674, including 2,04,634 males and 2,77,040 females. In urban areas, it is 1,05,865, including 44,191 males and 61,674 females.
- There are about 2,44,401 households in Guna district, including 1,85,041 in rural areas and 59,360 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Guna. 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 | 1,93,115 | 1,42,818 | 50,297 |
| SC Male Population | 1,00,646 | 74,562 | 26,084 |
| SC Female Population | 92,469 | 68,256 | 24,213 |
| Total ST Population | 1,90,819 | 1,81,678 | 9,141 |
| ST Male Population | 98,206 | 93,432 | 4,774 |
| ST Female Population | 92,613 | 88,246 | 4,367 |
| Population Density | 194 / km² | 149 / km² | 1,998 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Guna district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Guna district is approximately 1,93,115, including 1,00,646 males and 92,469 females. In rural areas, it is 1,42,818, including 74,562 males and 68,256 females. In urban areas, it is 50,297, including 26,084 males and 24,213 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Guna district is about 1,90,819, including 98,206 males and 92,613 females. In rural areas, it is 1,81,678, including 93,432 males and 88,246 females. In urban areas, it is 9,141, including 4,774 males and 4,367 females.
- Overall population density of Guna district is around 194 people per km². Rural areas have about 149 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,998 people per km².