Khargone
Khargone is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Khargone district is 8,025 km², which includes 7,967.69 km² of rural area and 57.31 km² of urban area. There are about 1,194 villages in Khargone district.
For administrative convenience, Khargone 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 9 tehsils in Khargone district. Here is the list of all Khargone Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Khargone District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barwaha | 1,489 | 3,57,244 |
| 2 | Bhagwanpura | 1,248 | 1,92,996 |
| 3 | Bhikangaon | 944 | 1,91,780 |
| 4 | Gogaon | 538 | 1,23,512 |
| 5 | Jhiranya | 1,146 | 2,01,756 |
| 6 | Kasrawad | 1,010 | 2,42,709 |
| 7 | Khargone | 462 | 2,46,530 |
| 8 | Maheshwar | 829 | 2,33,032 |
| 9 | Segaon | 361 | 83,487 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Barwaha is the largest tehsil in khargone district by both area and population. Segaon is the smallest tehsil in khargone district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Barwaha | Barwaha |
| Smallest Tehsil | Segaon | Segaon |
Population of Khargone District
The population of Khargone 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 Khargone, 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 | 18,73,046 | 15,74,190 | 2,98,856 |
| Total Male Population | 9,53,121 | 7,99,396 | 1,53,725 |
| Total Female Population | 9,19,925 | 7,74,794 | 1,45,131 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,99,990 | 2,61,527 | 38,463 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,54,758 | 1,34,532 | 20,226 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,45,232 | 1,26,995 | 18,237 |
| Literate Population | 9,86,234 | 7,72,789 | 2,13,445 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,75,428 | 4,57,771 | 1,17,657 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,10,806 | 3,15,018 | 95,788 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,86,812 | 8,01,401 | 85,411 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,77,693 | 3,41,625 | 36,068 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,09,119 | 4,59,776 | 49,343 |
| Households | 3,67,988 | 3,09,315 | 58,673 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Khargone district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Khargone district is 18,73,046, including 9,53,121 males and 9,19,925 females. In rural areas, it is 15,74,190, including 7,99,396 males and 7,74,794 females. In urban areas, it is 2,98,856, including 1,53,725 males and 1,45,131 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Khargone district is 2,99,990, including 1,54,758 boys and 1,45,232 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,61,527, including 1,34,532 boys and 1,26,995 girls. In urban areas, it is 38,463, including 20,226 boys and 18,237 girls.
- Literate population in Khargone district is around 9,86,234, including 5,75,428 males and 4,10,806 females. In rural areas, it is 7,72,789, including 4,57,771 males and 3,15,018 females. In urban areas, it is 2,13,445, including 1,17,657 males and 95,788 females.
- Illiterate population in Khargone district is about 8,86,812, including 3,77,693 males and 5,09,119 females. In rural areas, it is 8,01,401, including 3,41,625 males and 4,59,776 females. In urban areas, it is 85,411, including 36,068 males and 49,343 females.
- There are about 3,67,988 households in Khargone district, including 3,09,315 in rural areas and 58,673 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Khargone. 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 | 2,09,091 | 1,77,708 | 31,383 |
| SC Male Population | 1,07,013 | 90,912 | 16,101 |
| SC Female Population | 1,02,078 | 86,796 | 15,282 |
| Total ST Population | 7,30,169 | 7,00,953 | 29,216 |
| ST Male Population | 3,66,827 | 3,52,144 | 14,683 |
| ST Female Population | 3,63,342 | 3,48,809 | 14,533 |
| Population Density | 233 / km² | 198 / km² | 5,215 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Khargone district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Khargone district is approximately 2,09,091, including 1,07,013 males and 1,02,078 females. In rural areas, it is 1,77,708, including 90,912 males and 86,796 females. In urban areas, it is 31,383, including 16,101 males and 15,282 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Khargone district is about 7,30,169, including 3,66,827 males and 3,63,342 females. In rural areas, it is 7,00,953, including 3,52,144 males and 3,48,809 females. In urban areas, it is 29,216, including 14,683 males and 14,533 females.
- Overall population density of Khargone district is around 233 people per km². Rural areas have about 198 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,215 people per km².