Hoshangabad
Hoshangabad is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Hoshangabad district is 6,703 km², which includes 6,583.05 km² of rural area and 119.95 km² of urban area. There are about 921 villages in Hoshangabad district.
For administrative convenience, Hoshangabad 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.
Sohagpur is the largest tehsil in hoshangabad district by area while Itarsi is the largest tehsil by population. Dolariya is the smallest tehsil in hoshangabad district by both area and population. There are 8 tehsils in Hoshangabad district. Here is the list of all Hoshangabad Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Hoshangabad District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Babai | 583 | 1,34,364 |
| 2 | Bankhedi | 636 | 1,25,682 |
| 3 | Dolariya | 172 | 57,603 |
| 4 | Hoshangabad | 231 | 1,65,749 |
| 5 | Itarsi | 1,032 | 2,40,719 |
| 6 | Pipariya | 1,078 | 1,81,261 |
| 7 | Seoni Malwa | 1,359 | 1,86,788 |
| 8 | Sohagpur | 1,612 | 1,49,184 |
Population of Hoshangabad District
The population of Hoshangabad 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 Hoshangabad, 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 | 12,41,350 | 8,51,364 | 3,89,986 |
| Total Male Population | 6,48,725 | 4,45,062 | 2,03,663 |
| Total Female Population | 5,92,625 | 4,06,302 | 1,86,323 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,64,602 | 1,20,738 | 43,864 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 85,781 | 62,809 | 22,972 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 78,821 | 57,929 | 20,892 |
| Literate Population | 8,10,644 | 5,10,211 | 3,00,433 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,69,199 | 3,03,089 | 1,66,110 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,41,445 | 2,07,122 | 1,34,323 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,30,706 | 3,41,153 | 89,553 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,79,526 | 1,41,973 | 37,553 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,51,180 | 1,99,180 | 52,000 |
| Households | 2,57,199 | 1,75,529 | 81,670 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Hoshangabad district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Hoshangabad district is 12,41,350, including 6,48,725 males and 5,92,625 females. In rural areas, it is 8,51,364, including 4,45,062 males and 4,06,302 females. In urban areas, it is 3,89,986, including 2,03,663 males and 1,86,323 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Hoshangabad district is 1,64,602, including 85,781 boys and 78,821 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,20,738, including 62,809 boys and 57,929 girls. In urban areas, it is 43,864, including 22,972 boys and 20,892 girls.
- Literate population in Hoshangabad district is around 8,10,644, including 4,69,199 males and 3,41,445 females. In rural areas, it is 5,10,211, including 3,03,089 males and 2,07,122 females. In urban areas, it is 3,00,433, including 1,66,110 males and 1,34,323 females.
- Illiterate population in Hoshangabad district is about 4,30,706, including 1,79,526 males and 2,51,180 females. In rural areas, it is 3,41,153, including 1,41,973 males and 1,99,180 females. In urban areas, it is 89,553, including 37,553 males and 52,000 females.
- There are about 2,57,199 households in Hoshangabad district, including 1,75,529 in rural areas and 81,670 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Hoshangabad. 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 | 2,05,007 | 1,38,650 | 66,357 |
| SC Male Population | 1,07,237 | 72,832 | 34,405 |
| SC Female Population | 97,770 | 65,818 | 31,952 |
| Total ST Population | 1,97,300 | 1,75,876 | 21,424 |
| ST Male Population | 1,01,041 | 90,086 | 10,955 |
| ST Female Population | 96,259 | 85,790 | 10,469 |
| Population Density | 185 / km² | 129 / km² | 3,251 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Hoshangabad district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Hoshangabad district is approximately 2,05,007, including 1,07,237 males and 97,770 females. In rural areas, it is 1,38,650, including 72,832 males and 65,818 females. In urban areas, it is 66,357, including 34,405 males and 31,952 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Hoshangabad district is about 1,97,300, including 1,01,041 males and 96,259 females. In rural areas, it is 1,75,876, including 90,086 males and 85,790 females. In urban areas, it is 21,424, including 10,955 males and 10,469 females.
- Overall population density of Hoshangabad district is around 185 people per km². Rural areas have about 129 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,251 people per km².