Bhandara
Bhandara is a district in the Maharashtra State of India. The total area of Bhandara district is 4,087 km², which includes 4,014.66 km² of rural area and 72.34 km² of urban area. There are about 771 villages in Bhandara district.
For administrative convenience, Bhandara 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 Bhandara district. Here is the list of all Bhandara Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Bhandara District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhandara | 649 | 2,80,030 |
| 2 | Lakhandur | 425 | 1,23,573 |
| 3 | Lakhani | 391 | 1,28,545 |
| 4 | Mohadi | 489 | 1,50,611 |
| 5 | Pauni | 662 | 1,54,588 |
| 6 | Sakoli | 634 | 1,36,879 |
| 7 | Tumsar | 838 | 2,26,108 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Tumsar is the largest tehsil in bhandara district, covering an area of 837.57 km², while Lakhani is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 391.03 km². Bhandara is the most populous, whereas Lakhandur is the least populous tehsil in bhandara district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Tumsar | Bhandara |
| Smallest Tehsil | Lakhani | Lakhani |
Population of Bhandara District
The population of Bhandara 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 Bhandara, 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 | 12,00,334 | 9,66,503 | 2,33,831 |
| Total Male Population | 6,05,520 | 4,87,484 | 1,18,036 |
| Total Female Population | 5,94,814 | 4,79,019 | 1,15,795 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,26,025 | 1,03,261 | 22,764 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 64,626 | 52,829 | 11,797 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 61,399 | 50,432 | 10,967 |
| Literate Population | 8,99,860 | 7,08,328 | 1,91,532 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,88,709 | 3,88,442 | 1,00,267 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,11,151 | 3,19,886 | 91,265 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,00,474 | 2,58,175 | 42,299 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,16,811 | 99,042 | 17,769 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,83,663 | 1,59,133 | 24,530 |
| Households | 2,78,076 | 2,24,933 | 53,143 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bhandara district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bhandara district is 12,00,334, including 6,05,520 males and 5,94,814 females. In rural areas, it is 9,66,503, including 4,87,484 males and 4,79,019 females. In urban areas, it is 2,33,831, including 1,18,036 males and 1,15,795 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bhandara district is 1,26,025, including 64,626 boys and 61,399 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,03,261, including 52,829 boys and 50,432 girls. In urban areas, it is 22,764, including 11,797 boys and 10,967 girls.
- Literate population in Bhandara district is around 8,99,860, including 4,88,709 males and 4,11,151 females. In rural areas, it is 7,08,328, including 3,88,442 males and 3,19,886 females. In urban areas, it is 1,91,532, including 1,00,267 males and 91,265 females.
- Illiterate population in Bhandara district is about 3,00,474, including 1,16,811 males and 1,83,663 females. In rural areas, it is 2,58,175, including 99,042 males and 1,59,133 females. In urban areas, it is 42,299, including 17,769 males and 24,530 females.
- There are about 2,78,076 households in Bhandara district, including 2,24,933 in rural areas and 53,143 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bhandara. 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 | 2,00,372 | 1,55,163 | 45,209 |
| SC Male Population | 1,00,421 | 77,939 | 22,482 |
| SC Female Population | 99,951 | 77,224 | 22,727 |
| Total ST Population | 88,886 | 78,943 | 9,943 |
| ST Male Population | 44,515 | 39,532 | 4,983 |
| ST Female Population | 44,371 | 39,411 | 4,960 |
| Population Density | 294 / km² | 241 / km² | 3,232 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bhandara district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bhandara district is approximately 2,00,372, including 1,00,421 males and 99,951 females. In rural areas, it is 1,55,163, including 77,939 males and 77,224 females. In urban areas, it is 45,209, including 22,482 males and 22,727 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bhandara district is about 88,886, including 44,515 males and 44,371 females. In rural areas, it is 78,943, including 39,532 males and 39,411 females. In urban areas, it is 9,943, including 4,983 males and 4,960 females.
- Overall population density of Bhandara district is around 294 people per km². Rural areas have about 241 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,232 people per km².