Satna
Satna is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Satna district is 7,502 km², which includes 7,220.92 km² of rural area and 281.08 km² of urban area. There are about 1,799 villages in Satna district.
For administrative convenience, Satna 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 10 tehsils in Satna district. Here is the list of all Satna Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Satna District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amarpatan | 686 | 2,24,762 |
| 2 | Birsinghpur | 289 | 1,32,460 |
| 3 | Kotar | 452 | 1,07,550 |
| 4 | Maihar | 1,134 | 3,58,725 |
| 5 | Majhgawan | 1,353 | 1,50,362 |
| 6 | Nagod | 855 | 2,32,391 |
| 7 | Raghurajnagar | 729 | 5,04,183 |
| 8 | Ramnagar | 604 | 1,59,414 |
| 9 | Rampur Baghelan | 431 | 1,68,127 |
| 10 | Unchahara | 968 | 1,90,961 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Majhgawan is the largest tehsil in satna district, covering an area of 1353.02 km², while Birsinghpur is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 289.27 km². Raghurajnagar is the most populous, whereas Kotar is the least populous tehsil in satna district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Majhgawan | Raghurajnagar |
| Smallest Tehsil | Birsinghpur | Birsinghpur |
Population of Satna District
The population of Satna 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 Satna, 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 | 22,28,935 | 17,54,517 | 4,74,418 |
| Total Male Population | 11,57,495 | 9,07,904 | 2,49,591 |
| Total Female Population | 10,71,440 | 8,46,613 | 2,24,827 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,30,661 | 2,71,421 | 59,240 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,73,093 | 1,41,919 | 31,174 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,57,568 | 1,29,502 | 28,066 |
| Literate Population | 13,71,781 | 10,29,244 | 3,42,537 |
| Literate Male Population | 8,01,051 | 6,07,280 | 1,93,771 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,70,730 | 4,21,964 | 1,48,766 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,57,154 | 7,25,273 | 1,31,881 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,56,444 | 3,00,624 | 55,820 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,00,710 | 4,24,649 | 76,061 |
| Households | 4,78,741 | 3,85,786 | 92,955 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Satna district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Satna district is 22,28,935, including 11,57,495 males and 10,71,440 females. In rural areas, it is 17,54,517, including 9,07,904 males and 8,46,613 females. In urban areas, it is 4,74,418, including 2,49,591 males and 2,24,827 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Satna district is 3,30,661, including 1,73,093 boys and 1,57,568 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,71,421, including 1,41,919 boys and 1,29,502 girls. In urban areas, it is 59,240, including 31,174 boys and 28,066 girls.
- Literate population in Satna district is around 13,71,781, including 8,01,051 males and 5,70,730 females. In rural areas, it is 10,29,244, including 6,07,280 males and 4,21,964 females. In urban areas, it is 3,42,537, including 1,93,771 males and 1,48,766 females.
- Illiterate population in Satna district is about 8,57,154, including 3,56,444 males and 5,00,710 females. In rural areas, it is 7,25,273, including 3,00,624 males and 4,24,649 females. In urban areas, it is 1,31,881, including 55,820 males and 76,061 females.
- There are about 4,78,741 households in Satna district, including 3,85,786 in rural areas and 92,955 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Satna. 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 | 3,98,569 | 3,20,757 | 77,812 |
| SC Male Population | 2,05,987 | 1,65,704 | 40,283 |
| SC Female Population | 1,92,582 | 1,55,053 | 37,529 |
| Total ST Population | 3,19,975 | 2,98,980 | 20,995 |
| ST Male Population | 1,63,166 | 1,52,363 | 10,803 |
| ST Female Population | 1,56,809 | 1,46,617 | 10,192 |
| Population Density | 297 / km² | 243 / km² | 1,688 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Satna district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Satna district is approximately 3,98,569, including 2,05,987 males and 1,92,582 females. In rural areas, it is 3,20,757, including 1,65,704 males and 1,55,053 females. In urban areas, it is 77,812, including 40,283 males and 37,529 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Satna district is about 3,19,975, including 1,63,166 males and 1,56,809 females. In rural areas, it is 2,98,980, including 1,52,363 males and 1,46,617 females. In urban areas, it is 20,995, including 10,803 males and 10,192 females.
- Overall population density of Satna district is around 297 people per km². Rural areas have about 243 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,688 people per km².