Jhabua
Jhabua is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Jhabua district is 3,600 km², which includes 3,568.97 km² of rural area and 31.03 km² of urban area. There are about 783 villages in Jhabua district.
For administrative convenience, Jhabua 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 Jhabua district. Here is the list of all Jhabua Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Jhabua District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jhabua | 1,087 | 3,23,204 |
| 2 | Meghnagar | 528 | 1,71,944 |
| 3 | Petlawad | 998 | 2,32,800 |
| 4 | Ranapur | 416 | 1,14,738 |
| 5 | Thandla | 570 | 1,82,362 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Jhabua is the largest tehsil in jhabua district by both area and population. Ranapur is the smallest tehsil in jhabua district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Jhabua | Jhabua |
| Smallest Tehsil | Ranapur | Ranapur |
Population of Jhabua District
The population of Jhabua 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 Jhabua, 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 | 10,25,048 | 9,33,065 | 91,983 |
| Total Male Population | 5,15,023 | 4,67,468 | 47,555 |
| Total Female Population | 5,10,025 | 4,65,597 | 44,428 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,11,869 | 1,98,754 | 13,115 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,09,040 | 1,02,214 | 6,826 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,02,829 | 96,540 | 6,289 |
| Literate Population | 3,52,081 | 2,86,231 | 65,850 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,14,582 | 1,77,981 | 36,601 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,37,499 | 1,08,250 | 29,249 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,72,967 | 6,46,834 | 26,133 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,00,441 | 2,89,487 | 10,954 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,72,526 | 3,57,347 | 15,179 |
| Households | 1,94,157 | 1,75,934 | 18,223 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Jhabua district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Jhabua district is 10,25,048, including 5,15,023 males and 5,10,025 females. In rural areas, it is 9,33,065, including 4,67,468 males and 4,65,597 females. In urban areas, it is 91,983, including 47,555 males and 44,428 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Jhabua district is 2,11,869, including 1,09,040 boys and 1,02,829 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,98,754, including 1,02,214 boys and 96,540 girls. In urban areas, it is 13,115, including 6,826 boys and 6,289 girls.
- Literate population in Jhabua district is around 3,52,081, including 2,14,582 males and 1,37,499 females. In rural areas, it is 2,86,231, including 1,77,981 males and 1,08,250 females. In urban areas, it is 65,850, including 36,601 males and 29,249 females.
- Illiterate population in Jhabua district is about 6,72,967, including 3,00,441 males and 3,72,526 females. In rural areas, it is 6,46,834, including 2,89,487 males and 3,57,347 females. In urban areas, it is 26,133, including 10,954 males and 15,179 females.
- There are about 1,94,157 households in Jhabua district, including 1,75,934 in rural areas and 18,223 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Jhabua. 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 | 17,427 | 11,397 | 6,030 |
| SC Male Population | 8,770 | 5,724 | 3,046 |
| SC Female Population | 8,657 | 5,673 | 2,984 |
| Total ST Population | 8,91,818 | 8,61,498 | 30,320 |
| ST Male Population | 4,46,359 | 4,30,617 | 15,742 |
| ST Female Population | 4,45,459 | 4,30,881 | 14,578 |
| Population Density | 285 / km² | 261 / km² | 2,964 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Jhabua district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Jhabua district is approximately 17,427, including 8,770 males and 8,657 females. In rural areas, it is 11,397, including 5,724 males and 5,673 females. In urban areas, it is 6,030, including 3,046 males and 2,984 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Jhabua district is about 8,91,818, including 4,46,359 males and 4,45,459 females. In rural areas, it is 8,61,498, including 4,30,617 males and 4,30,881 females. In urban areas, it is 30,320, including 15,742 males and 14,578 females.
- Overall population density of Jhabua district is around 285 people per km². Rural areas have about 261 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,964 people per km².