Vidisha
Vidisha is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Vidisha district is 7,371 km², which includes 7,274.91 km² of rural area and 96.09 km² of urban area. There are about 1,536 villages in Vidisha district.
For administrative convenience, Vidisha 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.
Sironj is the largest tehsil in vidisha district covering area of 1279.44 km² while Gyaraspur is the smallest tehsil in vidisha district covering area of 395.69 km². Vidisha is the most populous whereas Gulabganj is the least populous tehsil in vidisha district. There are 10 tehsils in Vidisha district. Here is the list of all Vidisha Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Vidisha District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basoda | 415 | 2,16,109 |
| 2 | Gulabganj | 470 | 54,164 |
| 3 | Gyaraspur | 396 | 69,107 |
| 4 | Kurwai | 839 | 1,58,909 |
| 5 | Lateri | 992 | 1,43,637 |
| 6 | Nateran | 502 | 82,718 |
| 7 | Shamshabad | 572 | 1,08,498 |
| 8 | Sironj | 1,279 | 2,34,580 |
| 9 | Tyonda | 836 | 69,136 |
| 10 | Vidisha | 1,071 | 3,22,017 |
Population of Vidisha District
The population of Vidisha 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 Vidisha, 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 | 14,58,875 | 11,19,257 | 3,39,618 |
| Total Male Population | 7,69,568 | 5,91,962 | 1,77,606 |
| Total Female Population | 6,89,307 | 5,27,295 | 1,62,012 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,35,391 | 1,88,854 | 46,537 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,22,200 | 97,964 | 24,236 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,13,191 | 90,890 | 22,301 |
| Literate Population | 8,62,918 | 6,24,193 | 2,38,725 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,12,344 | 3,79,182 | 1,33,162 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,50,574 | 2,45,011 | 1,05,563 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,95,957 | 4,95,064 | 1,00,893 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,57,224 | 2,12,780 | 44,444 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,38,733 | 2,82,284 | 56,449 |
| Households | 2,99,676 | 2,32,163 | 67,513 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Vidisha district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Vidisha district is 14,58,875, including 7,69,568 males and 6,89,307 females. In rural areas, it is 11,19,257, including 5,91,962 males and 5,27,295 females. In urban areas, it is 3,39,618, including 1,77,606 males and 1,62,012 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Vidisha district is 2,35,391, including 1,22,200 boys and 1,13,191 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,88,854, including 97,964 boys and 90,890 girls. In urban areas, it is 46,537, including 24,236 boys and 22,301 girls.
- Literate population in Vidisha district is around 8,62,918, including 5,12,344 males and 3,50,574 females. In rural areas, it is 6,24,193, including 3,79,182 males and 2,45,011 females. In urban areas, it is 2,38,725, including 1,33,162 males and 1,05,563 females.
- Illiterate population in Vidisha district is about 5,95,957, including 2,57,224 males and 3,38,733 females. In rural areas, it is 4,95,064, including 2,12,780 males and 2,82,284 females. In urban areas, it is 1,00,893, including 44,444 males and 56,449 females.
- There are about 2,99,676 households in Vidisha district, including 2,32,163 in rural areas and 67,513 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Vidisha. 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 | 2,92,144 | 2,37,791 | 54,353 |
| SC Male Population | 1,54,504 | 1,26,119 | 28,385 |
| SC Female Population | 1,37,640 | 1,11,672 | 25,968 |
| Total ST Population | 67,603 | 63,134 | 4,469 |
| ST Male Population | 34,993 | 32,668 | 2,325 |
| ST Female Population | 32,610 | 30,466 | 2,144 |
| Population Density | 198 / km² | 154 / km² | 3,534 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Vidisha district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Vidisha district is approximately 2,92,144, including 1,54,504 males and 1,37,640 females. In rural areas, it is 2,37,791, including 1,26,119 males and 1,11,672 females. In urban areas, it is 54,353, including 28,385 males and 25,968 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Vidisha district is about 67,603, including 34,993 males and 32,610 females. In rural areas, it is 63,134, including 32,668 males and 30,466 females. In urban areas, it is 4,469, including 2,325 males and 2,144 females.
- Overall population density of Vidisha district is around 198 people per km². Rural areas have about 154 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,534 people per km².