Tikamgarh
Tikamgarh is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Tikamgarh district is 5,048 km², which includes 4,835.49 km² of rural area and 212.51 km² of urban area. There are about 878 villages in Tikamgarh district.
For administrative convenience, Tikamgarh 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 9 tehsils in Tikamgarh district. Here is the list of all Tikamgarh Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Tikamgarh District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baldeogarh | 448 | 1,23,125 |
| 2 | Jatara | 650 | 1,98,490 |
| 3 | Khargapur | 457 | 1,14,859 |
| 4 | Mohangarh | 436 | 88,631 |
| 5 | Niwari | 398 | 1,67,893 |
| 6 | Orchha | 198 | 47,358 |
| 7 | Palera | 826 | 2,13,540 |
| 8 | Prithvipur | 725 | 1,89,556 |
| 9 | Tikamgarh | 911 | 3,01,714 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Tikamgarh is the largest tehsil in tikamgarh district by both area and population. Orchha is the smallest tehsil in tikamgarh district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Tikamgarh | Tikamgarh |
| Smallest Tehsil | Orchha | Orchha |
Population of Tikamgarh District
The population of Tikamgarh 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 Tikamgarh, 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 | 14,45,166 | 11,95,293 | 2,49,873 |
| Total Male Population | 7,60,355 | 6,29,477 | 1,30,878 |
| Total Female Population | 6,84,811 | 5,65,816 | 1,18,995 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,27,564 | 1,93,219 | 34,345 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,20,303 | 1,02,120 | 18,183 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,07,261 | 91,099 | 16,162 |
| Literate Population | 7,47,940 | 5,86,993 | 1,60,947 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,59,353 | 3,66,751 | 92,602 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,88,587 | 2,20,242 | 68,345 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,97,226 | 6,08,300 | 88,926 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,01,002 | 2,62,726 | 38,276 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,96,224 | 3,45,574 | 50,650 |
| Households | 2,96,116 | 2,49,777 | 46,339 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Tikamgarh district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Tikamgarh district is 14,45,166, including 7,60,355 males and 6,84,811 females. In rural areas, it is 11,95,293, including 6,29,477 males and 5,65,816 females. In urban areas, it is 2,49,873, including 1,30,878 males and 1,18,995 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Tikamgarh district is 2,27,564, including 1,20,303 boys and 1,07,261 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,93,219, including 1,02,120 boys and 91,099 girls. In urban areas, it is 34,345, including 18,183 boys and 16,162 girls.
- Literate population in Tikamgarh district is around 7,47,940, including 4,59,353 males and 2,88,587 females. In rural areas, it is 5,86,993, including 3,66,751 males and 2,20,242 females. In urban areas, it is 1,60,947, including 92,602 males and 68,345 females.
- Illiterate population in Tikamgarh district is about 6,97,226, including 3,01,002 males and 3,96,224 females. In rural areas, it is 6,08,300, including 2,62,726 males and 3,45,574 females. In urban areas, it is 88,926, including 38,276 males and 50,650 females.
- There are about 2,96,116 households in Tikamgarh district, including 2,49,777 in rural areas and 46,339 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Tikamgarh. 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 | 3,61,604 | 3,08,062 | 53,542 |
| SC Male Population | 1,90,666 | 1,62,474 | 28,192 |
| SC Female Population | 1,70,938 | 1,45,588 | 25,350 |
| Total ST Population | 67,857 | 61,540 | 6,317 |
| ST Male Population | 34,923 | 31,648 | 3,275 |
| ST Female Population | 32,934 | 29,892 | 3,042 |
| Population Density | 286 / km² | 247 / km² | 1,176 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Tikamgarh district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Tikamgarh district is approximately 3,61,604, including 1,90,666 males and 1,70,938 females. In rural areas, it is 3,08,062, including 1,62,474 males and 1,45,588 females. In urban areas, it is 53,542, including 28,192 males and 25,350 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Tikamgarh district is about 67,857, including 34,923 males and 32,934 females. In rural areas, it is 61,540, including 31,648 males and 29,892 females. In urban areas, it is 6,317, including 3,275 males and 3,042 females.
- Overall population density of Tikamgarh district is around 286 people per km². Rural areas have about 247 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,176 people per km².