Chandel
Chandel is a district in the Manipur State of India. The total area of Chandel district is 3,313 km², which includes 3,312.00 km² of rural area and 1.00 km² of urban area. There are about 430 villages in Chandel district.
For administrative convenience, Chandel 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 4 subdivisions in Chandel district. Here is the list of all Chandel Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Chandel District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chakpikarong | 1,413 | 52,939 |
| 2 | Chandel | 687 | 32,133 |
| 3 | Machi | 438 | 19,865 |
| 4 | Tengnoupal | 775 | 39,245 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Chakpikarong is the largest subdivision in chandel district by both area and population. Machi is the smallest subdivision in chandel district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Chakpikarong | Chakpikarong |
| Smallest Tehsil | Machi | Machi |
Population of Chandel District
The population of Chandel 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 Chandel, 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 | 1,44,182 | 1,27,335 | 16,847 |
| Total Male Population | 74,579 | 65,909 | 8,670 |
| Total Female Population | 69,603 | 61,426 | 8,177 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 17,187 | 14,730 | 2,457 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,945 | 7,707 | 1,238 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,242 | 7,023 | 1,219 |
| Literate Population | 90,302 | 80,017 | 10,285 |
| Literate Male Population | 51,053 | 45,143 | 5,910 |
| Literate Female Population | 39,249 | 34,874 | 4,375 |
| Illiterate Population | 53,880 | 47,318 | 6,562 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 23,526 | 20,766 | 2,760 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 30,354 | 26,552 | 3,802 |
| Households | 28,801 | 25,570 | 3,231 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Chandel district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Chandel district is 1,44,182, including 74,579 males and 69,603 females. In rural areas, it is 1,27,335, including 65,909 males and 61,426 females. In urban areas, it is 16,847, including 8,670 males and 8,177 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Chandel district is 17,187, including 8,945 boys and 8,242 girls. In rural areas, it is 14,730, including 7,707 boys and 7,023 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,457, including 1,238 boys and 1,219 girls.
- Literate population in Chandel district is around 90,302, including 51,053 males and 39,249 females. In rural areas, it is 80,017, including 45,143 males and 34,874 females. In urban areas, it is 10,285, including 5,910 males and 4,375 females.
- Illiterate population in Chandel district is about 53,880, including 23,526 males and 30,354 females. In rural areas, it is 47,318, including 20,766 males and 26,552 females. In urban areas, it is 6,562, including 2,760 males and 3,802 females.
- There are about 28,801 households in Chandel district, including 25,570 in rural areas and 3,231 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Chandel. 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 | 540 | 499 | 41 |
| SC Male Population | 321 | 302 | 19 |
| SC Female Population | 219 | 197 | 22 |
| Total ST Population | 1,28,280 | 1,18,805 | 9,475 |
| ST Male Population | 63,622 | 59,000 | 4,622 |
| ST Female Population | 64,658 | 59,805 | 4,853 |
| Population Density | 44 / km² | 38 / km² | 16,847 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Chandel district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Chandel district is approximately 540, including 321 males and 219 females. In rural areas, it is 499, including 302 males and 197 females. In urban areas, it is 41, including 19 males and 22 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Chandel district is about 1,28,280, including 63,622 males and 64,658 females. In rural areas, it is 1,18,805, including 59,000 males and 59,805 females. In urban areas, it is 9,475, including 4,622 males and 4,853 females.
- Overall population density of Chandel district is around 44 people per km². Rural areas have about 38 people per km². Urban areas have about 16,847 people per km².