Bargarh
Bargarh is a district in the Odisha State of India. The total area of Bargarh district is 5,837 km², which includes 5,759.09 km² of rural area and 77.91 km² of urban area. There are about 1,179 villages in Bargarh district.
For administrative convenience, Bargarh 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 Bargarh district. Here is the list of all Bargarh Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Bargarh District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ambabhona | 605 | 65,715 |
| 2 | Attabira | 629 | 1,57,296 |
| 3 | Barapali | 286 | 1,28,271 |
| 4 | Bargarh | 176 | 1,64,131 |
| 5 | Bargarh Sadar | 207 | 78,389 |
| 6 | Bhatli | 427 | 90,321 |
| 7 | Bheden | 371 | 1,27,400 |
| 8 | Bijepur | 322 | 1,07,374 |
| 9 | BurdenP S | 223 | 33,259 |
| 10 | Gaisilet | 322 | 77,443 |
| 11 | Jharbandha | 635 | 1,03,676 |
| 12 | Melchhamunda | 288 | 70,239 |
| 13 | Padmapur | 307 | 81,259 |
| 14 | Paikamal | 594 | 91,916 |
| 15 | Sohela | 445 | 1,04,566 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Bargarh District
Jharbandha is the largest tehsil in bargarh district, covering an area of 635.43 km², while Bargarh is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 175.57 km². Bargarh is the most populous, whereas BurdenP.S. is the least populous tehsil in bargarh district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Jharbandha | Bargarh |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bargarh | Bargarh |
Population of Bargarh District
The population of Bargarh 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 Bargarh, 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 | 14,81,255 | 13,31,145 | 1,50,110 |
| Total Male Population | 7,49,161 | 6,72,603 | 76,558 |
| Total Female Population | 7,32,094 | 6,58,542 | 73,552 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,62,922 | 1,46,333 | 16,589 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 83,267 | 74,709 | 8,558 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 79,655 | 71,624 | 8,031 |
| Literate Population | 9,83,783 | 8,69,172 | 1,14,611 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,57,217 | 4,94,987 | 62,230 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,26,566 | 3,74,185 | 52,381 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,97,472 | 4,61,973 | 35,499 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,91,944 | 1,77,616 | 14,328 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,05,528 | 2,84,357 | 21,171 |
| Households | 3,70,308 | 3,36,130 | 34,178 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bargarh district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bargarh district is 14,81,255, including 7,49,161 males and 7,32,094 females. In rural areas, it is 13,31,145, including 6,72,603 males and 6,58,542 females. In urban areas, it is 1,50,110, including 76,558 males and 73,552 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bargarh district is 1,62,922, including 83,267 boys and 79,655 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,46,333, including 74,709 boys and 71,624 girls. In urban areas, it is 16,589, including 8,558 boys and 8,031 girls.
- Literate population in Bargarh district is around 9,83,783, including 5,57,217 males and 4,26,566 females. In rural areas, it is 8,69,172, including 4,94,987 males and 3,74,185 females. In urban areas, it is 1,14,611, including 62,230 males and 52,381 females.
- Illiterate population in Bargarh district is about 4,97,472, including 1,91,944 males and 3,05,528 females. In rural areas, it is 4,61,973, including 1,77,616 males and 2,84,357 females. In urban areas, it is 35,499, including 14,328 males and 21,171 females.
- There are about 3,70,308 households in Bargarh district, including 3,36,130 in rural areas and 34,178 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bargarh. 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 | 2,98,780 | 2,69,396 | 29,384 |
| SC Male Population | 1,50,420 | 1,35,660 | 14,760 |
| SC Female Population | 1,48,360 | 1,33,736 | 14,624 |
| Total ST Population | 2,81,135 | 2,70,996 | 10,139 |
| ST Male Population | 1,40,542 | 1,35,586 | 4,956 |
| ST Female Population | 1,40,593 | 1,35,410 | 5,183 |
| Population Density | 254 / km² | 231 / km² | 1,927 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bargarh district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bargarh district is approximately 2,98,780, including 1,50,420 males and 1,48,360 females. In rural areas, it is 2,69,396, including 1,35,660 males and 1,33,736 females. In urban areas, it is 29,384, including 14,760 males and 14,624 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bargarh district is about 2,81,135, including 1,40,542 males and 1,40,593 females. In rural areas, it is 2,70,996, including 1,35,586 males and 1,35,410 females. In urban areas, it is 10,139, including 4,956 males and 5,183 females.
- Overall population density of Bargarh district is around 254 people per km². Rural areas have about 231 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,927 people per km².