Anugul
Anugul is a district in the Odisha State of India. The total area of Anugul district is 6,375 km², which includes 6,198.12 km² of rural area and 176.88 km² of urban area. There are about 1,654 villages in Anugul district.
For administrative convenience, Anugul 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 23 tehsils in Anugul district. Here is the list of all Anugul Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Anugul District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anugul | 227 | 1,55,203 |
| 2 | Athmallik | 393 | 56,953 |
| 3 | Banarpal | 192 | 78,771 |
| 4 | Bantala | 410 | 71,713 |
| 5 | Bhusan Steel Limited | 39 | 1,098 |
| 6 | Bikrampur | 29 | 25,772 |
| 7 | Chhendipada | 406 | 1,03,804 |
| 8 | Colliery | 85 | 61,938 |
| 9 | Handapa | 407 | 51,620 |
| 10 | Industrial | 153 | 34,314 |
| 11 | Jarapada | 292 | 61,335 |
| 12 | Kaniha | 355 | 55,678 |
| 13 | Khamar | 480 | 63,421 |
| 14 | Kiakata | 139 | 15,777 |
| 15 | Kishorenagar | 366 | 56,423 |
| 16 | N T P C | 19 | 16,590 |
| 17 | NALCO | 43 | 50,375 |
| 18 | Palalahada | 686 | 66,385 |
| 19 | Purunakot | 692 | 29,526 |
| 20 | Rengali Damsite | 80 | 37,838 |
| 21 | Samal Barrage | 171 | 31,421 |
| 22 | Talcher Sadar | 147 | 97,968 |
| 23 | Thakurgarh | 564 | 49,898 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Purunakot is the largest tehsil in anugul district, covering an area of 691.91 km², while N.T.P.C. is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 19.41 km². Anugul is the most populous, whereas Bhusan Steel Limited is the least populous tehsil in anugul district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Purunakot | Anugul |
| Smallest Tehsil | N.T.P.C. | N.T.P.C. |
Population of Anugul District
The population of Anugul 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 Anugul, 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 | 12,73,821 | 10,67,275 | 2,06,546 |
| Total Male Population | 6,55,718 | 5,46,385 | 1,09,333 |
| Total Female Population | 6,18,103 | 5,20,890 | 97,213 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,52,403 | 1,30,583 | 21,820 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 80,666 | 68,785 | 11,881 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 71,737 | 61,798 | 9,939 |
| Literate Population | 8,69,456 | 7,09,069 | 1,60,387 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,94,425 | 4,04,772 | 89,653 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,75,031 | 3,04,297 | 70,734 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,04,365 | 3,58,206 | 46,159 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,61,293 | 1,41,613 | 19,680 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,43,072 | 2,16,593 | 26,479 |
| Households | 2,97,050 | 2,49,733 | 47,317 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Anugul district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Anugul district is 12,73,821, including 6,55,718 males and 6,18,103 females. In rural areas, it is 10,67,275, including 5,46,385 males and 5,20,890 females. In urban areas, it is 2,06,546, including 1,09,333 males and 97,213 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Anugul district is 1,52,403, including 80,666 boys and 71,737 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,30,583, including 68,785 boys and 61,798 girls. In urban areas, it is 21,820, including 11,881 boys and 9,939 girls.
- Literate population in Anugul district is around 8,69,456, including 4,94,425 males and 3,75,031 females. In rural areas, it is 7,09,069, including 4,04,772 males and 3,04,297 females. In urban areas, it is 1,60,387, including 89,653 males and 70,734 females.
- Illiterate population in Anugul district is about 4,04,365, including 1,61,293 males and 2,43,072 females. In rural areas, it is 3,58,206, including 1,41,613 males and 2,16,593 females. In urban areas, it is 46,159, including 19,680 males and 26,479 females.
- There are about 2,97,050 households in Anugul district, including 2,49,733 in rural areas and 47,317 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Anugul. 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 | 2,39,552 | 2,05,004 | 34,548 |
| SC Male Population | 1,21,459 | 1,03,752 | 17,707 |
| SC Female Population | 1,18,093 | 1,01,252 | 16,841 |
| Total ST Population | 1,79,603 | 1,62,048 | 17,555 |
| ST Male Population | 89,980 | 80,989 | 8,991 |
| ST Female Population | 89,623 | 81,059 | 8,564 |
| Population Density | 200 / km² | 172 / km² | 1,168 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Anugul district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Anugul district is approximately 2,39,552, including 1,21,459 males and 1,18,093 females. In rural areas, it is 2,05,004, including 1,03,752 males and 1,01,252 females. In urban areas, it is 34,548, including 17,707 males and 16,841 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Anugul district is about 1,79,603, including 89,980 males and 89,623 females. In rural areas, it is 1,62,048, including 80,989 males and 81,059 females. In urban areas, it is 17,555, including 8,991 males and 8,564 females.
- Overall population density of Anugul district is around 200 people per km². Rural areas have about 172 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,168 people per km².