Cuttack
Cuttack is a district in the Odisha State of India. The total area of Cuttack district is 3,932 km², which includes 3,703.07 km² of rural area and 228.93 km² of urban area. There are about 1,854 villages in Cuttack district.
For administrative convenience, Cuttack 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 25 tehsils in Cuttack district. Here is the list of all Cuttack Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Cuttack District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Athagad | 156 | 89,132 |
| 2 | Badamba | 372 | 1,49,793 |
| 3 | Baidyeswar | 106 | 55,250 |
| 4 | Banki | 386 | 1,76,567 |
| 5 | Barang | 70 | 42,545 |
| 6 | C R R I | 5 | 3,190 |
| 7 | Choudwar | 179 | 1,16,895 |
| 8 | Cuttack P S | 149 | 6,10,189 |
| 9 | Cuttack Sadar | 121 | 1,08,641 |
| 10 | Gobindpur | 79 | 63,971 |
| 11 | Gurudijhatia | 165 | 34,081 |
| 12 | Jagatpur | 92 | 62,359 |
| 13 | Kandarpur | 34 | 33,732 |
| 14 | Kanpur | 179 | 59,577 |
| 15 | Khuntuni | 116 | 38,761 |
| 16 | Kishannagar | 127 | 97,616 |
| 17 | Mahanga | 224 | 1,86,930 |
| 18 | Narasinghpur | 471 | 97,624 |
| 19 | Nemalo | 107 | 69,334 |
| 20 | Niali | 210 | 1,47,497 |
| 21 | Nischintakoili | 59 | 53,498 |
| 22 | Olatapur | 40 | 25,543 |
| 23 | Salepur | 148 | 1,43,416 |
| 24 | Tangi | 184 | 83,690 |
| 25 | Tigiria | 151 | 74,639 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Cuttack District
Narasinghpur is the largest tehsil in cuttack district by area, while Cuttack (M Corp.) is the largest by population. C.R.R.I. is the smallest tehsil in cuttack district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Narasinghpur | Cuttack (M Corp.) |
| Smallest Tehsil | C.R.R.I. | C.R.R.I. |
Population of Cuttack District
The population of Cuttack 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 Cuttack, 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 | 26,24,470 | 18,88,423 | 7,36,047 |
| Total Male Population | 13,52,760 | 9,70,885 | 3,81,875 |
| Total Female Population | 12,71,710 | 9,17,538 | 3,54,172 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,71,816 | 2,01,598 | 70,218 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,42,037 | 1,05,054 | 36,983 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,29,779 | 96,544 | 33,235 |
| Literate Population | 20,11,469 | 14,07,978 | 6,03,491 |
| Literate Male Population | 11,03,033 | 7,80,022 | 3,23,011 |
| Literate Female Population | 9,08,436 | 6,27,956 | 2,80,480 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,13,001 | 4,80,445 | 1,32,556 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,49,727 | 1,90,863 | 58,864 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,63,274 | 2,89,582 | 73,692 |
| Households | 5,79,170 | 4,29,454 | 1,49,716 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Cuttack district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Cuttack district is 26,24,470, including 13,52,760 males and 12,71,710 females. In rural areas, it is 18,88,423, including 9,70,885 males and 9,17,538 females. In urban areas, it is 7,36,047, including 3,81,875 males and 3,54,172 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Cuttack district is 2,71,816, including 1,42,037 boys and 1,29,779 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,01,598, including 1,05,054 boys and 96,544 girls. In urban areas, it is 70,218, including 36,983 boys and 33,235 girls.
- Literate population in Cuttack district is around 20,11,469, including 11,03,033 males and 9,08,436 females. In rural areas, it is 14,07,978, including 7,80,022 males and 6,27,956 females. In urban areas, it is 6,03,491, including 3,23,011 males and 2,80,480 females.
- Illiterate population in Cuttack district is about 6,13,001, including 2,49,727 males and 3,63,274 females. In rural areas, it is 4,80,445, including 1,90,863 males and 2,89,582 females. In urban areas, it is 1,32,556, including 58,864 males and 73,692 females.
- There are about 5,79,170 households in Cuttack district, including 4,29,454 in rural areas and 1,49,716 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Cuttack. 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 | 4,98,633 | 4,06,771 | 91,862 |
| SC Male Population | 2,54,456 | 2,07,678 | 46,778 |
| SC Female Population | 2,44,177 | 1,99,093 | 45,084 |
| Total ST Population | 93,745 | 81,658 | 12,087 |
| ST Male Population | 47,437 | 41,229 | 6,208 |
| ST Female Population | 46,308 | 40,429 | 5,879 |
| Population Density | 668 / km² | 510 / km² | 3,215 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Cuttack district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Cuttack district is approximately 4,98,633, including 2,54,456 males and 2,44,177 females. In rural areas, it is 4,06,771, including 2,07,678 males and 1,99,093 females. In urban areas, it is 91,862, including 46,778 males and 45,084 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Cuttack district is about 93,745, including 47,437 males and 46,308 females. In rural areas, it is 81,658, including 41,229 males and 40,429 females. In urban areas, it is 12,087, including 6,208 males and 5,879 females.
- Overall population density of Cuttack district is around 668 people per km². Rural areas have about 510 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,215 people per km².