Indore
Indore is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Indore district is 3,898 km², which includes 3,548.86 km² of rural area and 349.14 km² of urban area. There are about 614 villages in Indore district.
For administrative convenience, Indore 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 5 tehsils in Indore district. Here is the list of all Indore Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Indore District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Depalpur | 797 | 2,28,101 |
| 2 | Hatod | 456 | 99,313 |
| 3 | Indore | 891 | 23,89,511 |
| 4 | Mhow | 1,096 | 3,61,937 |
| 5 | Sawer | 658 | 1,97,835 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Indore District
Mhow is the largest tehsil in indore district by area, while Indore is the largest by population. Hatod is the smallest tehsil in indore district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Mhow | Indore |
| Smallest Tehsil | Hatod | Hatod |
Population of Indore District
The population of Indore 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 Indore, 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 | 32,76,697 | 8,48,988 | 24,27,709 |
| Total Male Population | 16,99,627 | 4,36,755 | 12,62,872 |
| Total Female Population | 15,77,070 | 4,12,233 | 11,64,837 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,21,380 | 1,24,904 | 2,96,476 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,21,612 | 65,330 | 1,56,282 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,99,768 | 59,574 | 1,40,194 |
| Literate Population | 23,09,130 | 4,99,137 | 18,09,993 |
| Literate Male Population | 12,89,631 | 2,99,899 | 9,89,732 |
| Literate Female Population | 10,19,499 | 1,99,238 | 8,20,261 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,67,567 | 3,49,851 | 6,17,716 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,09,996 | 1,36,856 | 2,73,140 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,57,571 | 2,12,995 | 3,44,576 |
| Households | 6,49,540 | 1,59,400 | 4,90,140 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Indore district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Indore district is 32,76,697, including 16,99,627 males and 15,77,070 females. In rural areas, it is 8,48,988, including 4,36,755 males and 4,12,233 females. In urban areas, it is 24,27,709, including 12,62,872 males and 11,64,837 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Indore district is 4,21,380, including 2,21,612 boys and 1,99,768 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,24,904, including 65,330 boys and 59,574 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,96,476, including 1,56,282 boys and 1,40,194 girls.
- Literate population in Indore district is around 23,09,130, including 12,89,631 males and 10,19,499 females. In rural areas, it is 4,99,137, including 2,99,899 males and 1,99,238 females. In urban areas, it is 18,09,993, including 9,89,732 males and 8,20,261 females.
- Illiterate population in Indore district is about 9,67,567, including 4,09,996 males and 5,57,571 females. In rural areas, it is 3,49,851, including 1,36,856 males and 2,12,995 females. In urban areas, it is 6,17,716, including 2,73,140 males and 3,44,576 females.
- There are about 6,49,540 households in Indore district, including 1,59,400 in rural areas and 4,90,140 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Indore. 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 | 5,45,239 | 1,64,465 | 3,80,774 |
| SC Male Population | 2,80,184 | 83,900 | 1,96,284 |
| SC Female Population | 2,65,055 | 80,565 | 1,84,490 |
| Total ST Population | 2,17,679 | 1,34,702 | 82,977 |
| ST Male Population | 1,12,687 | 69,227 | 43,460 |
| ST Female Population | 1,04,992 | 65,475 | 39,517 |
| Population Density | 841 / km² | 239 / km² | 6,953 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Indore district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Indore district is approximately 5,45,239, including 2,80,184 males and 2,65,055 females. In rural areas, it is 1,64,465, including 83,900 males and 80,565 females. In urban areas, it is 3,80,774, including 1,96,284 males and 1,84,490 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Indore district is about 2,17,679, including 1,12,687 males and 1,04,992 females. In rural areas, it is 1,34,702, including 69,227 males and 65,475 females. In urban areas, it is 82,977, including 43,460 males and 39,517 females.
- Overall population density of Indore district is around 841 people per km². Rural areas have about 239 people per km². Urban areas have about 6,953 people per km².