Khandwa
Khandwa is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Khandwa district is 7,352 km², which includes 7,255.24 km² of rural area and 96.76 km² of urban area. There are about 711 villages in Khandwa district.
For administrative convenience, Khandwa 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 Khandwa district. Here is the list of all Khandwa Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Khandwa District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harsud | 1,748 | 1,27,199 |
| 2 | Khalwa | 1,893 | 2,22,512 |
| 3 | Khandwa | 1,671 | 5,58,035 |
| 4 | Pandhana | 682 | 1,65,509 |
| 5 | Punasa | 1,358 | 2,36,806 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Khalwa is the largest tehsil in khandwa district, covering an area of 1892.89 km², while Pandhana is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 681.89 km². Khandwa is the most populous, whereas Harsud is the least populous tehsil in khandwa district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Khalwa | Khandwa |
| Smallest Tehsil | Pandhana | Pandhana |
Population of Khandwa District
The population of Khandwa 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 Khandwa, 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 | 13,10,061 | 10,50,625 | 2,59,436 |
| Total Male Population | 6,74,329 | 5,41,183 | 1,33,146 |
| Total Female Population | 6,35,732 | 5,09,442 | 1,26,290 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,08,140 | 1,74,888 | 33,252 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,07,730 | 90,364 | 17,366 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,00,410 | 84,524 | 15,886 |
| Literate Population | 7,31,615 | 5,40,989 | 1,90,626 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,32,259 | 3,28,903 | 1,03,356 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,99,356 | 2,12,086 | 87,270 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,78,446 | 5,09,636 | 68,810 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,42,070 | 2,12,280 | 29,790 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,36,376 | 2,97,356 | 39,020 |
| Households | 2,66,655 | 2,16,182 | 50,473 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Khandwa district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Khandwa district is 13,10,061, including 6,74,329 males and 6,35,732 females. In rural areas, it is 10,50,625, including 5,41,183 males and 5,09,442 females. In urban areas, it is 2,59,436, including 1,33,146 males and 1,26,290 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Khandwa district is 2,08,140, including 1,07,730 boys and 1,00,410 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,74,888, including 90,364 boys and 84,524 girls. In urban areas, it is 33,252, including 17,366 boys and 15,886 girls.
- Literate population in Khandwa district is around 7,31,615, including 4,32,259 males and 2,99,356 females. In rural areas, it is 5,40,989, including 3,28,903 males and 2,12,086 females. In urban areas, it is 1,90,626, including 1,03,356 males and 87,270 females.
- Illiterate population in Khandwa district is about 5,78,446, including 2,42,070 males and 3,36,376 females. In rural areas, it is 5,09,636, including 2,12,280 males and 2,97,356 females. In urban areas, it is 68,810, including 29,790 males and 39,020 females.
- There are about 2,66,655 households in Khandwa district, including 2,16,182 in rural areas and 50,473 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Khandwa. 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 | 1,56,601 | 1,22,463 | 34,138 |
| SC Male Population | 80,697 | 63,348 | 17,349 |
| SC Female Population | 75,904 | 59,115 | 16,789 |
| Total ST Population | 4,59,122 | 4,40,789 | 18,333 |
| ST Male Population | 2,34,867 | 2,25,411 | 9,456 |
| ST Female Population | 2,24,255 | 2,15,378 | 8,877 |
| Population Density | 178 / km² | 145 / km² | 2,681 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Khandwa district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Khandwa district is approximately 1,56,601, including 80,697 males and 75,904 females. In rural areas, it is 1,22,463, including 63,348 males and 59,115 females. In urban areas, it is 34,138, including 17,349 males and 16,789 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Khandwa district is about 4,59,122, including 2,34,867 males and 2,24,255 females. In rural areas, it is 4,40,789, including 2,25,411 males and 2,15,378 females. In urban areas, it is 18,333, including 9,456 males and 8,877 females.
- Overall population density of Khandwa district is around 178 people per km². Rural areas have about 145 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,681 people per km².