Ujjain
Ujjain is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Ujjain district is 6,091 km², which includes 5,896.79 km² of rural area and 194.21 km² of urban area. There are about 1,095 villages in Ujjain district.
For administrative convenience, Ujjain 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 7 tehsils in Ujjain district. Here is the list of all Ujjain Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Ujjain District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Badnagar | 1,232 | 2,69,573 |
| 2 | Ghatiya | 642 | 1,38,861 |
| 3 | Khacharod | 638 | 1,61,270 |
| 4 | Mahidpur | 1,137 | 2,59,299 |
| 5 | Nagda | 652 | 2,37,996 |
| 6 | Tarana | 1,046 | 2,47,299 |
| 7 | Ujjain | 745 | 6,72,566 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Badnagar is the largest tehsil in ujjain district, covering an area of 1231.93 km², while Khacharod is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 638.15 km². Ujjain is the most populous, whereas Ghatiya is the least populous tehsil in ujjain district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Badnagar | Ujjain |
| Smallest Tehsil | Khacharod | Khacharod |
Population of Ujjain District
The population of Ujjain 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 Ujjain, 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 | 19,86,864 | 12,07,651 | 7,79,213 |
| Total Male Population | 10,16,289 | 6,16,353 | 3,99,936 |
| Total Female Population | 9,70,575 | 5,91,298 | 3,79,277 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,71,306 | 1,79,161 | 92,145 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,40,597 | 92,643 | 47,954 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,30,709 | 86,518 | 44,191 |
| Literate Population | 12,40,990 | 6,71,383 | 5,69,607 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,30,817 | 4,16,991 | 3,13,826 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,10,173 | 2,54,392 | 2,55,781 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,45,874 | 5,36,268 | 2,09,606 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,85,472 | 1,99,362 | 86,110 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,60,402 | 3,36,906 | 1,23,496 |
| Households | 3,91,438 | 2,38,950 | 1,52,488 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Ujjain district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Ujjain district is 19,86,864, including 10,16,289 males and 9,70,575 females. In rural areas, it is 12,07,651, including 6,16,353 males and 5,91,298 females. In urban areas, it is 7,79,213, including 3,99,936 males and 3,79,277 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Ujjain district is 2,71,306, including 1,40,597 boys and 1,30,709 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,79,161, including 92,643 boys and 86,518 girls. In urban areas, it is 92,145, including 47,954 boys and 44,191 girls.
- Literate population in Ujjain district is around 12,40,990, including 7,30,817 males and 5,10,173 females. In rural areas, it is 6,71,383, including 4,16,991 males and 2,54,392 females. In urban areas, it is 5,69,607, including 3,13,826 males and 2,55,781 females.
- Illiterate population in Ujjain district is about 7,45,874, including 2,85,472 males and 4,60,402 females. In rural areas, it is 5,36,268, including 1,99,362 males and 3,36,906 females. In urban areas, it is 2,09,606, including 86,110 males and 1,23,496 females.
- There are about 3,91,438 households in Ujjain district, including 2,38,950 in rural areas and 1,52,488 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Ujjain. 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 | 5,23,869 | 3,75,705 | 1,48,164 |
| SC Male Population | 2,67,235 | 1,91,518 | 75,717 |
| SC Female Population | 2,56,634 | 1,84,187 | 72,447 |
| Total ST Population | 48,730 | 33,656 | 15,074 |
| ST Male Population | 24,925 | 17,233 | 7,692 |
| ST Female Population | 23,805 | 16,423 | 7,382 |
| Population Density | 326 / km² | 205 / km² | 4,012 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Ujjain district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ujjain district is approximately 5,23,869, including 2,67,235 males and 2,56,634 females. In rural areas, it is 3,75,705, including 1,91,518 males and 1,84,187 females. In urban areas, it is 1,48,164, including 75,717 males and 72,447 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Ujjain district is about 48,730, including 24,925 males and 23,805 females. In rural areas, it is 33,656, including 17,233 males and 16,423 females. In urban areas, it is 15,074, including 7,692 males and 7,382 females.
- Overall population density of Ujjain district is around 326 people per km². Rural areas have about 205 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,012 people per km².