Sidhi
Sidhi is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Sidhi district is 4,851 km², which includes 4,768.53 km² of rural area and 82.47 km² of urban area. There are about 1,025 villages in Sidhi district.
For administrative convenience, Sidhi 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 6 tehsils in Sidhi district. Here is the list of all Sidhi Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Sidhi District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Churhat | 336 | 1,17,090 |
| 2 | Gopadbanas | 880 | 2,89,481 |
| 3 | Kusmi | 1,509 | 81,259 |
| 4 | Majhauli | 709 | 1,63,877 |
| 5 | Rampur Naikin | 643 | 2,06,392 |
| 6 | Sihawal | 774 | 2,68,934 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kusmi is the largest tehsil in sidhi district, covering an area of 1509.45 km², while Churhat is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 336.43 km². Gopadbanas is the most populous, whereas Kusmi is the least populous tehsil in sidhi district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kusmi | Gopadbanas |
| Smallest Tehsil | Churhat | Churhat |
Population of Sidhi District
The population of Sidhi 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 Sidhi, 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 | 11,27,033 | 10,33,912 | 93,121 |
| Total Male Population | 5,75,912 | 5,27,378 | 48,534 |
| Total Female Population | 5,51,121 | 5,06,534 | 44,587 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,94,528 | 1,81,480 | 13,048 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,01,633 | 94,723 | 6,910 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 92,895 | 86,757 | 6,138 |
| Literate Population | 6,00,785 | 5,37,755 | 63,030 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,53,030 | 3,17,149 | 35,881 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,47,755 | 2,20,606 | 27,149 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,26,248 | 4,96,157 | 30,091 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,22,882 | 2,10,229 | 12,653 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,03,366 | 2,85,928 | 17,438 |
| Households | 2,38,448 | 2,20,074 | 18,374 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Sidhi district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Sidhi district is 11,27,033, including 5,75,912 males and 5,51,121 females. In rural areas, it is 10,33,912, including 5,27,378 males and 5,06,534 females. In urban areas, it is 93,121, including 48,534 males and 44,587 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Sidhi district is 1,94,528, including 1,01,633 boys and 92,895 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,81,480, including 94,723 boys and 86,757 girls. In urban areas, it is 13,048, including 6,910 boys and 6,138 girls.
- Literate population in Sidhi district is around 6,00,785, including 3,53,030 males and 2,47,755 females. In rural areas, it is 5,37,755, including 3,17,149 males and 2,20,606 females. In urban areas, it is 63,030, including 35,881 males and 27,149 females.
- Illiterate population in Sidhi district is about 5,26,248, including 2,22,882 males and 3,03,366 females. In rural areas, it is 4,96,157, including 2,10,229 males and 2,85,928 females. In urban areas, it is 30,091, including 12,653 males and 17,438 females.
- There are about 2,38,448 households in Sidhi district, including 2,20,074 in rural areas and 18,374 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Sidhi. 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 | 1,30,202 | 1,20,372 | 9,830 |
| SC Male Population | 66,174 | 61,138 | 5,036 |
| SC Female Population | 64,028 | 59,234 | 4,794 |
| Total ST Population | 3,13,304 | 3,02,717 | 10,587 |
| ST Male Population | 1,59,192 | 1,53,570 | 5,622 |
| ST Female Population | 1,54,112 | 1,49,147 | 4,965 |
| Population Density | 232 / km² | 217 / km² | 1,129 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Sidhi district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sidhi district is approximately 1,30,202, including 66,174 males and 64,028 females. In rural areas, it is 1,20,372, including 61,138 males and 59,234 females. In urban areas, it is 9,830, including 5,036 males and 4,794 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Sidhi district is about 3,13,304, including 1,59,192 males and 1,54,112 females. In rural areas, it is 3,02,717, including 1,53,570 males and 1,49,147 females. In urban areas, it is 10,587, including 5,622 males and 4,965 females.
- Overall population density of Sidhi district is around 232 people per km². Rural areas have about 217 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,129 people per km².