Senapati
Senapati is a district in the Manipur State of India. The total area of Senapati district is 3,271 km². There are about 669 villages in Senapati district.
For administrative convenience, Senapati 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.
Mao-Maram is the largest subdivision in senapati district by both area and population. Paomata is the smallest subdivision in senapati district by both area and population. There are 6 subdivisions in Senapati district. Here is the list of all Senapati Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Senapati District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mao Maram | 1,037 | 1,63,380 |
| 2 | Paomata | 231 | 53,901 |
| 3 | Purul | 305 | 68,123 |
| 4 | Sadar Hills East | 765 | 63,364 |
| 5 | Sadar Hills West | 476 | 71,844 |
| 6 | Saitu Gamphazol | 457 | 58,536 |
Population of Senapati District
The population of Senapati 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 Senapati, 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 | 4,79,148 | 4,71,672 | 7,476 |
| Total Male Population | 2,47,323 | 2,43,603 | 3,720 |
| Total Female Population | 2,31,825 | 2,28,069 | 3,756 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 63,335 | 62,319 | 1,016 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 33,463 | 32,947 | 516 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 29,872 | 29,372 | 500 |
| Literate Population | 2,64,477 | 2,58,978 | 5,499 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,48,012 | 1,45,129 | 2,883 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,16,465 | 1,13,849 | 2,616 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,14,671 | 2,12,694 | 1,977 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 99,311 | 98,474 | 837 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,15,360 | 1,14,220 | 1,140 |
| Households | 83,411 | 81,974 | 1,437 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Senapati district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Senapati district is 4,79,148, including 2,47,323 males and 2,31,825 females. In rural areas, it is 4,71,672, including 2,43,603 males and 2,28,069 females. In urban areas, it is 7,476, including 3,720 males and 3,756 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Senapati district is 63,335, including 33,463 boys and 29,872 girls. In rural areas, it is 62,319, including 32,947 boys and 29,372 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,016, including 516 boys and 500 girls.
- Literate population in Senapati district is around 2,64,477, including 1,48,012 males and 1,16,465 females. In rural areas, it is 2,58,978, including 1,45,129 males and 1,13,849 females. In urban areas, it is 5,499, including 2,883 males and 2,616 females.
- Illiterate population in Senapati district is about 2,14,671, including 99,311 males and 1,15,360 females. In rural areas, it is 2,12,694, including 98,474 males and 1,14,220 females. In urban areas, it is 1,977, including 837 males and 1,140 females.
- There are about 83,411 households in Senapati district, including 81,974 in rural areas and 1,437 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Senapati. 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 | 1,000 | 997 | 3 |
| SC Male Population | 536 | 535 | 1 |
| SC Female Population | 464 | 462 | 2 |
| Total ST Population | 4,19,210 | 4,13,555 | 5,655 |
| ST Male Population | 2,14,519 | 2,11,741 | 2,778 |
| ST Female Population | 2,04,691 | 2,01,814 | 2,877 |
| Population Density | 147 / km² | 144 / km² | N/A |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Senapati district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Senapati district is approximately 1,000, including 536 males and 464 females. In rural areas, it is 997, including 535 males and 462 females. In urban areas, it is 3, including 1 males and 2 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Senapati district is about 4,19,210, including 2,14,519 males and 2,04,691 females. In rural areas, it is 4,13,555, including 2,11,741 males and 2,01,814 females. In urban areas, it is 5,655, including 2,778 males and 2,877 females.
- Overall population density of Senapati district is around 147 people per km². Rural areas have about 144 people per km².