Katni
Katni is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Katni district is 4,950 km², which includes 4,849.39 km² of rural area and 100.61 km² of urban area. There are about 905 villages in Katni district.
For administrative convenience, Katni 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 Katni district. Here is the list of all Katni Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Katni District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Badwara | 487 | 1,04,196 |
| 2 | Bahoriband | 940 | 1,98,914 |
| 3 | Barhi | 508 | 1,03,512 |
| 4 | Dhimarkheda | 1,002 | 1,77,829 |
| 5 | Murwara | 604 | 3,69,519 |
| 6 | Rithi | 685 | 1,27,211 |
| 7 | Vijayraghavgarh | 723 | 2,10,861 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Dhimarkheda is the largest tehsil in katni district, covering an area of 1002.45 km², while Badwara is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 487.28 km². Murwara is the most populous, whereas Barhi is the least populous tehsil in katni district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Dhimarkheda | Murwara |
| Smallest Tehsil | Badwara | Badwara |
Population of Katni District
The population of Katni 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 Katni, 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 | 12,92,042 | 10,28,499 | 2,63,543 |
| Total Male Population | 6,62,013 | 5,25,188 | 1,36,825 |
| Total Female Population | 6,30,029 | 5,03,311 | 1,26,718 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,93,395 | 1,62,016 | 31,379 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 99,761 | 83,220 | 16,541 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 93,634 | 78,796 | 14,838 |
| Literate Population | 7,90,773 | 5,92,952 | 1,97,821 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,60,583 | 3,51,840 | 1,08,743 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,30,190 | 2,41,112 | 89,078 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,01,269 | 4,35,547 | 65,722 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,01,430 | 1,73,348 | 28,082 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,99,839 | 2,62,199 | 37,640 |
| Households | 2,89,551 | 2,33,122 | 56,429 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Katni district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Katni district is 12,92,042, including 6,62,013 males and 6,30,029 females. In rural areas, it is 10,28,499, including 5,25,188 males and 5,03,311 females. In urban areas, it is 2,63,543, including 1,36,825 males and 1,26,718 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Katni district is 1,93,395, including 99,761 boys and 93,634 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,62,016, including 83,220 boys and 78,796 girls. In urban areas, it is 31,379, including 16,541 boys and 14,838 girls.
- Literate population in Katni district is around 7,90,773, including 4,60,583 males and 3,30,190 females. In rural areas, it is 5,92,952, including 3,51,840 males and 2,41,112 females. In urban areas, it is 1,97,821, including 1,08,743 males and 89,078 females.
- Illiterate population in Katni district is about 5,01,269, including 2,01,430 males and 2,99,839 females. In rural areas, it is 4,35,547, including 1,73,348 males and 2,62,199 females. In urban areas, it is 65,722, including 28,082 males and 37,640 females.
- There are about 2,89,551 households in Katni district, including 2,33,122 in rural areas and 56,429 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Katni. 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 | 1,55,717 | 1,21,924 | 33,793 |
| SC Male Population | 79,369 | 62,077 | 17,292 |
| SC Female Population | 76,348 | 59,847 | 16,501 |
| Total ST Population | 3,17,699 | 2,96,037 | 21,662 |
| ST Male Population | 1,59,799 | 1,48,907 | 10,892 |
| ST Female Population | 1,57,900 | 1,47,130 | 10,770 |
| Population Density | 261 / km² | 212 / km² | 2,619 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Katni district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Katni district is approximately 1,55,717, including 79,369 males and 76,348 females. In rural areas, it is 1,21,924, including 62,077 males and 59,847 females. In urban areas, it is 33,793, including 17,292 males and 16,501 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Katni district is about 3,17,699, including 1,59,799 males and 1,57,900 females. In rural areas, it is 2,96,037, including 1,48,907 males and 1,47,130 females. In urban areas, it is 21,662, including 10,892 males and 10,770 females.
- Overall population density of Katni district is around 261 people per km². Rural areas have about 212 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,619 people per km².