Shivpuri
Shivpuri is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Shivpuri district is 10,066 km², which includes 9,946.38 km² of rural area and 119.62 km² of urban area. There are about 1,305 villages in Shivpuri district.
For administrative convenience, Shivpuri 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 Shivpuri district. Here is the list of all Shivpuri Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Shivpuri District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Badarwas | 1,082 | 1,77,752 |
| 2 | Karera | 1,011 | 1,94,319 |
| 3 | Khaniyadhana | 953 | 1,83,877 |
| 4 | Kolaras | 1,189 | 1,63,286 |
| 5 | Narwar | 937 | 1,98,927 |
| 6 | Pichhore | 1,406 | 2,59,685 |
| 7 | Pohri | 1,551 | 2,07,352 |
| 8 | Shivpuri | 1,937 | 3,40,852 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Shivpuri is the largest tehsil in shivpuri district by both area and population. Narwar is the smallest tehsil in shivpuri district by area, while Kolaras is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Shivpuri | Shivpuri |
| Smallest Tehsil | Narwar | Narwar |
Population of Shivpuri District
The population of Shivpuri 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 Shivpuri, 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 | 17,26,050 | 14,30,627 | 2,95,423 |
| Total Male Population | 9,19,795 | 7,63,554 | 1,56,241 |
| Total Female Population | 8,06,255 | 6,67,073 | 1,39,182 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,85,770 | 2,45,774 | 39,996 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,50,950 | 1,29,712 | 21,238 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,34,820 | 1,16,062 | 18,758 |
| Literate Population | 9,00,846 | 7,03,640 | 1,97,206 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,73,242 | 4,58,705 | 1,14,537 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,27,604 | 2,44,935 | 82,669 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,25,204 | 7,26,987 | 98,217 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,46,553 | 3,04,849 | 41,704 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,78,651 | 4,22,138 | 56,513 |
| Households | 3,59,969 | 3,04,287 | 55,682 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Shivpuri district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Shivpuri district is 17,26,050, including 9,19,795 males and 8,06,255 females. In rural areas, it is 14,30,627, including 7,63,554 males and 6,67,073 females. In urban areas, it is 2,95,423, including 1,56,241 males and 1,39,182 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Shivpuri district is 2,85,770, including 1,50,950 boys and 1,34,820 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,45,774, including 1,29,712 boys and 1,16,062 girls. In urban areas, it is 39,996, including 21,238 boys and 18,758 girls.
- Literate population in Shivpuri district is around 9,00,846, including 5,73,242 males and 3,27,604 females. In rural areas, it is 7,03,640, including 4,58,705 males and 2,44,935 females. In urban areas, it is 1,97,206, including 1,14,537 males and 82,669 females.
- Illiterate population in Shivpuri district is about 8,25,204, including 3,46,553 males and 4,78,651 females. In rural areas, it is 7,26,987, including 3,04,849 males and 4,22,138 females. In urban areas, it is 98,217, including 41,704 males and 56,513 females.
- There are about 3,59,969 households in Shivpuri district, including 3,04,287 in rural areas and 55,682 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Shivpuri. 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 | 3,21,515 | 2,73,869 | 47,646 |
| SC Male Population | 1,71,565 | 1,46,477 | 25,088 |
| SC Female Population | 1,49,950 | 1,27,392 | 22,558 |
| Total ST Population | 2,27,802 | 2,19,140 | 8,662 |
| ST Male Population | 1,17,111 | 1,12,698 | 4,413 |
| ST Female Population | 1,10,691 | 1,06,442 | 4,249 |
| Population Density | 172 / km² | 144 / km² | 2,470 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Shivpuri district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Shivpuri district is approximately 3,21,515, including 1,71,565 males and 1,49,950 females. In rural areas, it is 2,73,869, including 1,46,477 males and 1,27,392 females. In urban areas, it is 47,646, including 25,088 males and 22,558 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Shivpuri district is about 2,27,802, including 1,17,111 males and 1,10,691 females. In rural areas, it is 2,19,140, including 1,12,698 males and 1,06,442 females. In urban areas, it is 8,662, including 4,413 males and 4,249 females.
- Overall population density of Shivpuri district is around 172 people per km². Rural areas have about 144 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,470 people per km².