Baudh
Baudh is a district in the Odisha State of India. The total area of Baudh district is 3,098 km², which includes 3,077.28 km² of rural area and 20.72 km² of urban area. There are about 1,117 villages in Baudh district.
For administrative convenience, Baudh 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 6 tehsils in Baudh district. Here is the list of all Baudh Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Baudh District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baudh Sadar | 699 | 1,37,398 |
| 2 | Baunsuni | 159 | 43,817 |
| 3 | Harbhanga | 631 | 39,350 |
| 4 | Kantamal | 612 | 77,483 |
| 5 | Manamunda | 683 | 1,06,227 |
| 6 | Puruna Katak | 313 | 36,887 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Baudh District
Baudh Sadar is the largest tehsil in baudh district by both area and population. Baunsuni is the smallest tehsil in baudh district by area, while Puruna Katak is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Baudh Sadar | Baudh Sadar |
| Smallest Tehsil | Baunsuni | Baunsuni |
Population of Baudh District
The population of Baudh 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 Baudh, 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 | 4,41,162 | 4,20,738 | 20,424 |
| Total Male Population | 2,21,625 | 2,11,133 | 10,492 |
| Total Female Population | 2,19,537 | 2,09,605 | 9,932 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 61,847 | 59,737 | 2,110 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 31,260 | 30,184 | 1,076 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 30,587 | 29,553 | 1,034 |
| Literate Population | 2,71,612 | 2,55,716 | 15,896 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,58,648 | 1,49,864 | 8,784 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,12,964 | 1,05,852 | 7,112 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,69,550 | 1,65,022 | 4,528 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 62,977 | 61,269 | 1,708 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,06,573 | 1,03,753 | 2,820 |
| Households | 1,06,961 | 1,02,402 | 4,559 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Baudh district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Baudh district is 4,41,162, including 2,21,625 males and 2,19,537 females. In rural areas, it is 4,20,738, including 2,11,133 males and 2,09,605 females. In urban areas, it is 20,424, including 10,492 males and 9,932 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Baudh district is 61,847, including 31,260 boys and 30,587 girls. In rural areas, it is 59,737, including 30,184 boys and 29,553 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,110, including 1,076 boys and 1,034 girls.
- Literate population in Baudh district is around 2,71,612, including 1,58,648 males and 1,12,964 females. In rural areas, it is 2,55,716, including 1,49,864 males and 1,05,852 females. In urban areas, it is 15,896, including 8,784 males and 7,112 females.
- Illiterate population in Baudh district is about 1,69,550, including 62,977 males and 1,06,573 females. In rural areas, it is 1,65,022, including 61,269 males and 1,03,753 females. In urban areas, it is 4,528, including 1,708 males and 2,820 females.
- There are about 1,06,961 households in Baudh district, including 1,02,402 in rural areas and 4,559 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Baudh. 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 | 1,04,934 | 99,438 | 5,496 |
| SC Male Population | 52,497 | 49,693 | 2,804 |
| SC Female Population | 52,437 | 49,745 | 2,692 |
| Total ST Population | 55,364 | 54,867 | 497 |
| ST Male Population | 27,362 | 27,092 | 270 |
| ST Female Population | 28,002 | 27,775 | 227 |
| Population Density | 142 / km² | 137 / km² | 986 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Baudh district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Baudh district is approximately 1,04,934, including 52,497 males and 52,437 females. In rural areas, it is 99,438, including 49,693 males and 49,745 females. In urban areas, it is 5,496, including 2,804 males and 2,692 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Baudh district is about 55,364, including 27,362 males and 28,002 females. In rural areas, it is 54,867, including 27,092 males and 27,775 females. In urban areas, it is 497, including 270 males and 227 females.
- Overall population density of Baudh district is around 142 people per km². Rural areas have about 137 people per km². Urban areas have about 986 people per km².