Panna
Panna is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Panna district is 7,135 km², which includes 7,054.23 km² of rural area and 80.77 km² of urban area. There are about 947 villages in Panna district.
For administrative convenience, Panna 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 8 tehsils in Panna district. Here is the list of all Panna Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Panna District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ajaigarh | 738 | 1,70,457 |
| 2 | Amanganj | 546 | 1,14,702 |
| 3 | Devendranagar | 388 | 88,721 |
| 4 | Gunnor | 539 | 1,33,513 |
| 5 | Panna | 1,513 | 1,56,297 |
| 6 | Pawai | 1,628 | 1,67,578 |
| 7 | Raipura | 730 | 77,629 |
| 8 | Shahnagar | 1,052 | 1,07,623 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Pawai is the largest tehsil in panna district, covering an area of 1628.34 km², while Devendranagar is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 387.51 km². Ajaigarh is the most populous, whereas Raipura is the least populous tehsil in panna district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Pawai | Ajaigarh |
| Smallest Tehsil | Devendranagar | Devendranagar |
Population of Panna District
The population of Panna 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 Panna, 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 | 10,16,520 | 8,91,185 | 1,25,335 |
| Total Male Population | 5,33,480 | 4,67,473 | 66,007 |
| Total Female Population | 4,83,040 | 4,23,712 | 59,328 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,63,620 | 1,47,739 | 15,881 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 85,494 | 77,201 | 8,293 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 78,126 | 70,538 | 7,588 |
| Literate Population | 5,52,559 | 4,65,466 | 87,093 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,32,140 | 2,82,573 | 49,567 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,20,419 | 1,82,893 | 37,526 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,63,961 | 4,25,719 | 38,242 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,01,340 | 1,84,900 | 16,440 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,62,621 | 2,40,819 | 21,802 |
| Households | 2,28,709 | 2,03,539 | 25,170 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Panna district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Panna district is 10,16,520, including 5,33,480 males and 4,83,040 females. In rural areas, it is 8,91,185, including 4,67,473 males and 4,23,712 females. In urban areas, it is 1,25,335, including 66,007 males and 59,328 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Panna district is 1,63,620, including 85,494 boys and 78,126 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,47,739, including 77,201 boys and 70,538 girls. In urban areas, it is 15,881, including 8,293 boys and 7,588 girls.
- Literate population in Panna district is around 5,52,559, including 3,32,140 males and 2,20,419 females. In rural areas, it is 4,65,466, including 2,82,573 males and 1,82,893 females. In urban areas, it is 87,093, including 49,567 males and 37,526 females.
- Illiterate population in Panna district is about 4,63,961, including 2,01,340 males and 2,62,621 females. In rural areas, it is 4,25,719, including 1,84,900 males and 2,40,819 females. In urban areas, it is 38,242, including 16,440 males and 21,802 females.
- There are about 2,28,709 households in Panna district, including 2,03,539 in rural areas and 25,170 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Panna. 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 | 2,07,990 | 1,84,883 | 23,107 |
| SC Male Population | 1,09,421 | 97,285 | 12,136 |
| SC Female Population | 98,569 | 87,598 | 10,971 |
| Total ST Population | 1,70,879 | 1,64,136 | 6,743 |
| ST Male Population | 87,697 | 84,196 | 3,501 |
| ST Female Population | 83,182 | 79,940 | 3,242 |
| Population Density | 143 / km² | 126 / km² | 1,552 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Panna district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Panna district is approximately 2,07,990, including 1,09,421 males and 98,569 females. In rural areas, it is 1,84,883, including 97,285 males and 87,598 females. In urban areas, it is 23,107, including 12,136 males and 10,971 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Panna district is about 1,70,879, including 87,697 males and 83,182 females. In rural areas, it is 1,64,136, including 84,196 males and 79,940 females. In urban areas, it is 6,743, including 3,501 males and 3,242 females.
- Overall population density of Panna district is around 143 people per km². Rural areas have about 126 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,552 people per km².