Sheopur
Sheopur is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Sheopur district is 6,606 km², which includes 6,565.52 km² of rural area and 40.48 km² of urban area. There are about 516 villages in Sheopur district.
For administrative convenience, Sheopur 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 Sheopur district. Here is the list of all Sheopur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Sheopur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Badoda | 367 | 1,01,614 |
| 2 | Beerpur | 1,019 | 87,468 |
| 3 | Karahal | 2,206 | 1,08,261 |
| 4 | Sheopur | 1,184 | 2,45,981 |
| 5 | Vijaypur | 1,829 | 1,44,537 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Karahal is the largest tehsil in sheopur district, covering an area of 2206.25 km², while Badoda is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 367.30 km². Sheopur is the most populous, whereas Beerpur is the least populous tehsil in sheopur district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Karahal | Sheopur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Badoda | Badoda |
Population of Sheopur District
The population of Sheopur 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 Sheopur, 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 | 6,87,861 | 5,80,509 | 1,07,352 |
| Total Male Population | 3,61,784 | 3,05,360 | 56,424 |
| Total Female Population | 3,26,077 | 2,75,149 | 50,928 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,16,639 | 1,01,213 | 15,426 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 61,490 | 53,362 | 8,128 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 55,149 | 47,851 | 7,298 |
| Literate Population | 3,28,025 | 2,61,053 | 66,972 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,08,201 | 1,68,393 | 39,808 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,19,824 | 92,660 | 27,164 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,59,836 | 3,19,456 | 40,380 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,53,583 | 1,36,967 | 16,616 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,06,253 | 1,82,489 | 23,764 |
| Households | 1,46,043 | 1,25,522 | 20,521 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Sheopur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Sheopur district is 6,87,861, including 3,61,784 males and 3,26,077 females. In rural areas, it is 5,80,509, including 3,05,360 males and 2,75,149 females. In urban areas, it is 1,07,352, including 56,424 males and 50,928 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Sheopur district is 1,16,639, including 61,490 boys and 55,149 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,01,213, including 53,362 boys and 47,851 girls. In urban areas, it is 15,426, including 8,128 boys and 7,298 girls.
- Literate population in Sheopur district is around 3,28,025, including 2,08,201 males and 1,19,824 females. In rural areas, it is 2,61,053, including 1,68,393 males and 92,660 females. In urban areas, it is 66,972, including 39,808 males and 27,164 females.
- Illiterate population in Sheopur district is about 3,59,836, including 1,53,583 males and 2,06,253 females. In rural areas, it is 3,19,456, including 1,36,967 males and 1,82,489 females. In urban areas, it is 40,380, including 16,616 males and 23,764 females.
- There are about 1,46,043 households in Sheopur district, including 1,25,522 in rural areas and 20,521 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Sheopur. 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 | 1,08,391 | 91,800 | 16,591 |
| SC Male Population | 57,838 | 49,091 | 8,747 |
| SC Female Population | 50,553 | 42,709 | 7,844 |
| Total ST Population | 1,61,448 | 1,57,227 | 4,221 |
| ST Male Population | 82,637 | 80,403 | 2,234 |
| ST Female Population | 78,811 | 76,824 | 1,987 |
| Population Density | 104 / km² | 88 / km² | 2,652 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Sheopur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sheopur district is approximately 1,08,391, including 57,838 males and 50,553 females. In rural areas, it is 91,800, including 49,091 males and 42,709 females. In urban areas, it is 16,591, including 8,747 males and 7,844 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Sheopur district is about 1,61,448, including 82,637 males and 78,811 females. In rural areas, it is 1,57,227, including 80,403 males and 76,824 females. In urban areas, it is 4,221, including 2,234 males and 1,987 females.
- Overall population density of Sheopur district is around 104 people per km². Rural areas have about 88 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,652 people per km².