Chandrapur
Chandrapur is a district in the Maharashtra State of India. The total area of Chandrapur district is 11,443 km², which includes 11,152.40 km² of rural area and 290.60 km² of urban area. There are about 1,463 villages in Chandrapur district.
For administrative convenience, Chandrapur 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 15 tehsils in Chandrapur district. Here is the list of all Chandrapur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Chandrapur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ballarpur | 261 | 1,34,540 |
| 2 | Bhadravati | 1,165 | 1,58,751 |
| 3 | Brahmapuri | 815 | 1,66,165 |
| 4 | Chandrapur | 1,180 | 4,81,758 |
| 5 | Chimur | 1,142 | 1,69,547 |
| 6 | Gondpipri | 750 | 79,672 |
| 7 | Jiwati | 559 | 61,820 |
| 8 | Korpana | 560 | 1,25,317 |
| 9 | Mul | 500 | 1,14,611 |
| 10 | Nagbhir | 735 | 1,33,020 |
| 11 | Pombhurna | 398 | 50,781 |
| 12 | Rajura | 895 | 1,38,408 |
| 13 | Sawali | 663 | 1,07,937 |
| 14 | Sindewahi | 792 | 1,10,440 |
| 15 | Warora | 1,029 | 1,71,540 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Chandrapur is the largest tehsil in chandrapur district by both area and population. Ballarpur is the smallest tehsil in chandrapur district by area, while Pombhurna is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Chandrapur | Chandrapur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Ballarpur | Ballarpur |
Population of Chandrapur District
The population of Chandrapur 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 Chandrapur, 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 | 22,04,307 | 14,28,929 | 7,75,378 |
| Total Male Population | 11,23,834 | 7,26,106 | 3,97,728 |
| Total Female Population | 10,80,473 | 7,02,823 | 3,77,650 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,31,316 | 1,54,465 | 76,851 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,18,471 | 78,642 | 39,829 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,12,845 | 75,823 | 37,022 |
| Literate Population | 15,78,615 | 9,62,394 | 6,16,221 |
| Literate Male Population | 8,72,565 | 5,41,613 | 3,30,952 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,06,050 | 4,20,781 | 2,85,269 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,25,692 | 4,66,535 | 1,59,157 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,51,269 | 1,84,493 | 66,776 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,74,423 | 2,82,042 | 92,381 |
| Households | 5,36,686 | 3,56,228 | 1,80,458 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Chandrapur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Chandrapur district is 22,04,307, including 11,23,834 males and 10,80,473 females. In rural areas, it is 14,28,929, including 7,26,106 males and 7,02,823 females. In urban areas, it is 7,75,378, including 3,97,728 males and 3,77,650 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Chandrapur district is 2,31,316, including 1,18,471 boys and 1,12,845 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,54,465, including 78,642 boys and 75,823 girls. In urban areas, it is 76,851, including 39,829 boys and 37,022 girls.
- Literate population in Chandrapur district is around 15,78,615, including 8,72,565 males and 7,06,050 females. In rural areas, it is 9,62,394, including 5,41,613 males and 4,20,781 females. In urban areas, it is 6,16,221, including 3,30,952 males and 2,85,269 females.
- Illiterate population in Chandrapur district is about 6,25,692, including 2,51,269 males and 3,74,423 females. In rural areas, it is 4,66,535, including 1,84,493 males and 2,82,042 females. In urban areas, it is 1,59,157, including 66,776 males and 92,381 females.
- There are about 5,36,686 households in Chandrapur district, including 3,56,228 in rural areas and 1,80,458 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Chandrapur. 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 | 3,48,365 | 1,87,643 | 1,60,722 |
| SC Male Population | 1,76,898 | 95,203 | 81,695 |
| SC Female Population | 1,71,467 | 92,440 | 79,027 |
| Total ST Population | 3,89,441 | 3,23,796 | 65,645 |
| ST Male Population | 1,96,753 | 1,63,363 | 33,390 |
| ST Female Population | 1,92,688 | 1,60,433 | 32,255 |
| Population Density | 193 / km² | 128 / km² | 2,668 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Chandrapur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Chandrapur district is approximately 3,48,365, including 1,76,898 males and 1,71,467 females. In rural areas, it is 1,87,643, including 95,203 males and 92,440 females. In urban areas, it is 1,60,722, including 81,695 males and 79,027 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Chandrapur district is about 3,89,441, including 1,96,753 males and 1,92,688 females. In rural areas, it is 3,23,796, including 1,63,363 males and 1,60,433 females. In urban areas, it is 65,645, including 33,390 males and 32,255 females.
- Overall population density of Chandrapur district is around 193 people per km². Rural areas have about 128 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,668 people per km².