Rajgarh
Rajgarh is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Rajgarh district is 6,153 km², which includes 5,971.79 km² of rural area and 181.21 km² of urban area. There are about 1,677 villages in Rajgarh district.
For administrative convenience, Rajgarh 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 Rajgarh district. Here is the list of all Rajgarh Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Rajgarh District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biaora | 1,149 | 2,80,576 |
| 2 | Jirapur | 850 | 1,99,675 |
| 3 | Khilchipur | 790 | 1,91,065 |
| 4 | Narsinghgarh | 754 | 2,78,166 |
| 5 | Pachore | 591 | 1,70,463 |
| 6 | Rajgarh | 1,122 | 2,39,787 |
| 7 | Sarangpur | 898 | 1,86,082 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Biaora is the largest tehsil in rajgarh district by both area and population. Pachore is the smallest tehsil in rajgarh district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Biaora | Biaora |
| Smallest Tehsil | Pachore | Pachore |
Population of Rajgarh District
The population of Rajgarh 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 Rajgarh, 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 | 15,45,814 | 12,69,357 | 2,76,457 |
| Total Male Population | 7,90,212 | 6,48,407 | 1,41,805 |
| Total Female Population | 7,55,602 | 6,20,950 | 1,34,652 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,31,987 | 1,93,193 | 38,794 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,20,815 | 1,00,462 | 20,353 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,11,172 | 92,731 | 18,441 |
| Literate Population | 8,04,245 | 6,20,313 | 1,83,932 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,88,797 | 3,84,594 | 1,04,203 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,15,448 | 2,35,719 | 79,729 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,41,569 | 6,49,044 | 92,525 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,01,415 | 2,63,813 | 37,602 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,40,154 | 3,85,231 | 54,923 |
| Households | 3,45,297 | 2,92,018 | 53,279 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Rajgarh district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Rajgarh district is 15,45,814, including 7,90,212 males and 7,55,602 females. In rural areas, it is 12,69,357, including 6,48,407 males and 6,20,950 females. In urban areas, it is 2,76,457, including 1,41,805 males and 1,34,652 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Rajgarh district is 2,31,987, including 1,20,815 boys and 1,11,172 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,93,193, including 1,00,462 boys and 92,731 girls. In urban areas, it is 38,794, including 20,353 boys and 18,441 girls.
- Literate population in Rajgarh district is around 8,04,245, including 4,88,797 males and 3,15,448 females. In rural areas, it is 6,20,313, including 3,84,594 males and 2,35,719 females. In urban areas, it is 1,83,932, including 1,04,203 males and 79,729 females.
- Illiterate population in Rajgarh district is about 7,41,569, including 3,01,415 males and 4,40,154 females. In rural areas, it is 6,49,044, including 2,63,813 males and 3,85,231 females. In urban areas, it is 92,525, including 37,602 males and 54,923 females.
- There are about 3,45,297 households in Rajgarh district, including 2,92,018 in rural areas and 53,279 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Rajgarh. 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 | 2,95,718 | 2,49,329 | 46,389 |
| SC Male Population | 1,51,260 | 1,27,721 | 23,539 |
| SC Female Population | 1,44,458 | 1,21,608 | 22,850 |
| Total ST Population | 53,751 | 48,668 | 5,083 |
| ST Male Population | 27,477 | 24,827 | 2,650 |
| ST Female Population | 26,274 | 23,841 | 2,433 |
| Population Density | 251 / km² | 213 / km² | 1,526 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Rajgarh district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Rajgarh district is approximately 2,95,718, including 1,51,260 males and 1,44,458 females. In rural areas, it is 2,49,329, including 1,27,721 males and 1,21,608 females. In urban areas, it is 46,389, including 23,539 males and 22,850 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Rajgarh district is about 53,751, including 27,477 males and 26,274 females. In rural areas, it is 48,668, including 24,827 males and 23,841 females. In urban areas, it is 5,083, including 2,650 males and 2,433 females.
- Overall population density of Rajgarh district is around 251 people per km². Rural areas have about 213 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,526 people per km².