Jabalpur
Jabalpur is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Jabalpur district is 5,211 km², which includes 4,864.41 km² of rural area and 346.59 km² of urban area. There are about 1,377 villages in Jabalpur district.
For administrative convenience, Jabalpur 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.
Jabalpur is the largest tehsil in jabalpur district by both area and population. Sihora is the smallest tehsil in jabalpur district by area while Kundam is the smallest tehsil by population. There are 7 tehsils in Jabalpur district. Here is the list of all Jabalpur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Jabalpur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jabalpur | 1,147 | 13,70,673 |
| 2 | Kundam | 984 | 1,23,443 |
| 3 | Majholi | 643 | 1,69,298 |
| 4 | Panagar | 477 | 2,64,780 |
| 5 | Patan | 607 | 1,63,738 |
| 6 | Shahpura | 878 | 1,91,710 |
| 7 | Sihora | 475 | 1,79,647 |
Population of Jabalpur District
The population of Jabalpur 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 Jabalpur, 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 | 24,63,289 | 10,23,255 | 14,40,034 |
| Total Male Population | 12,77,278 | 5,27,031 | 7,50,247 |
| Total Female Population | 11,86,011 | 4,96,224 | 6,89,787 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,96,565 | 1,41,756 | 1,54,809 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,54,210 | 73,183 | 81,027 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,42,355 | 68,573 | 73,782 |
| Literate Population | 17,56,468 | 6,37,824 | 11,18,644 |
| Literate Male Population | 9,80,307 | 3,71,345 | 6,08,962 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,76,161 | 2,66,479 | 5,09,682 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,06,821 | 3,85,431 | 3,21,390 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,96,971 | 1,55,686 | 1,41,285 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,09,850 | 2,29,745 | 1,80,105 |
| Households | 5,39,060 | 2,37,398 | 3,01,662 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Jabalpur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Jabalpur district is 24,63,289, including 12,77,278 males and 11,86,011 females. In rural areas, it is 10,23,255, including 5,27,031 males and 4,96,224 females. In urban areas, it is 14,40,034, including 7,50,247 males and 6,89,787 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Jabalpur district is 2,96,565, including 1,54,210 boys and 1,42,355 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,41,756, including 73,183 boys and 68,573 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,54,809, including 81,027 boys and 73,782 girls.
- Literate population in Jabalpur district is around 17,56,468, including 9,80,307 males and 7,76,161 females. In rural areas, it is 6,37,824, including 3,71,345 males and 2,66,479 females. In urban areas, it is 11,18,644, including 6,08,962 males and 5,09,682 females.
- Illiterate population in Jabalpur district is about 7,06,821, including 2,96,971 males and 4,09,850 females. In rural areas, it is 3,85,431, including 1,55,686 males and 2,29,745 females. In urban areas, it is 3,21,390, including 1,41,285 males and 1,80,105 females.
- There are about 5,39,060 households in Jabalpur district, including 2,37,398 in rural areas and 3,01,662 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Jabalpur. 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 | 3,48,029 | 1,38,878 | 2,09,151 |
| SC Male Population | 1,79,858 | 71,893 | 1,07,965 |
| SC Female Population | 1,68,171 | 66,985 | 1,01,186 |
| Total ST Population | 3,75,231 | 2,94,787 | 80,444 |
| ST Male Population | 1,89,915 | 1,48,536 | 41,379 |
| ST Female Population | 1,85,316 | 1,46,251 | 39,065 |
| Population Density | 473 / km² | 210 / km² | 4,155 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Jabalpur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Jabalpur district is approximately 3,48,029, including 1,79,858 males and 1,68,171 females. In rural areas, it is 1,38,878, including 71,893 males and 66,985 females. In urban areas, it is 2,09,151, including 1,07,965 males and 1,01,186 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Jabalpur district is about 3,75,231, including 1,89,915 males and 1,85,316 females. In rural areas, it is 2,94,787, including 1,48,536 males and 1,46,251 females. In urban areas, it is 80,444, including 41,379 males and 39,065 females.
- Overall population density of Jabalpur district is around 473 people per km². Rural areas have about 210 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,155 people per km².