Baleshwar
Baleshwar is a Town and Tehsil in Baleshwar District of Odisha. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Baleshwar Block (CD) is 02909. The total area of Baleshwar Tehsil is 38 km². Baleshwar has a sex ratio of approximately 958 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Baleshwar Tehsil
Baleshwar Tehsil has a total of 1 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Baleshwar Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baleswwar Industrial Estate | N/A | Baleshwar |
Population of Baleshwar Tehsil
The population profile of Baleshwar Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Baleshwar Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,44,373 | N/A | 1,44,373 |
| Male Population | 73,721 | N/A | 73,721 |
| Female Population | 70,652 | N/A | 70,652 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 14,773 | N/A | 14,773 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,575 | N/A | 7,575 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,198 | N/A | 7,198 |
| Literate Population | 1,13,418 | N/A | 1,13,418 |
| Literate Male Population | 60,210 | N/A | 60,210 |
| Literate Female Population | 53,208 | N/A | 53,208 |
| Illiterate Population | 30,955 | N/A | 30,955 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 13,511 | N/A | 13,511 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 17,444 | N/A | 17,444 |
| Total Households | 31,685 | N/A | 31,685 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 1,44,373 people. Includes nearly 73,721 males and 70,652 females. Urban population is nearly 1,44,373 people.
- There are around 14,773 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 7,575 boys and 7,198 girls.
- Literate population is about 1,13,418 people. Non-literate population is around 30,955 people.
- There are nearly 31,685 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Baleshwar Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 15,812 | N/A | 15,812 |
| SC Male Population | 8,011 | N/A | 8,011 |
| SC Female Population | 7,801 | N/A | 7,801 |
| Total ST Population | 9,291 | N/A | 9,291 |
| ST Male Population | 4,751 | N/A | 4,751 |
| ST Female Population | 4,540 | N/A | 4,540 |
| Population Density | 3,776 / km² | N/A | 3,776 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Baleshwar Tehsil is approximately 15,812 people, including 8,011 males and 7,801 females. Nearly 15,812 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Baleshwar Tehsil is about 9,291 people, including 4,751 males and 4,540 females. Nearly 9,291 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 3,776 people per square kilometre, urban areas record nearly 3,776 people per sq. km.