Debagarh
Debagarh is a district in the Odisha State of India. The total area of Debagarh district is 2,940 km², which includes 2,915.87 km² of rural area and 24.13 km² of urban area. There are about 718 villages in Debagarh district.
For administrative convenience, Debagarh 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 4 tehsils in Debagarh district. Here is the list of all Debagarh Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Debagarh District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barkot | 639 | 72,887 |
| 2 | Debagarh | 1,017 | 1,07,906 |
| 3 | Kundheigola | 620 | 52,419 |
| 4 | Reamal | 663 | 79,308 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Debagarh is the largest tehsil in debagarh district by both area and population. Kundheigola is the smallest tehsil in debagarh district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Debagarh | Debagarh |
| Smallest Tehsil | Kundheigola | Kundheigola |
Population of Debagarh District
The population of Debagarh 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 Debagarh, 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 | 3,12,520 | 2,90,130 | 22,390 |
| Total Male Population | 1,58,230 | 1,46,666 | 11,564 |
| Total Female Population | 1,54,290 | 1,43,464 | 10,826 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 39,917 | 37,332 | 2,585 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 20,718 | 19,378 | 1,340 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 19,199 | 17,954 | 1,245 |
| Literate Population | 1,97,819 | 1,81,300 | 16,519 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,12,649 | 1,03,536 | 9,113 |
| Literate Female Population | 85,170 | 77,764 | 7,406 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,14,701 | 1,08,830 | 5,871 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 45,581 | 43,130 | 2,451 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 69,120 | 65,700 | 3,420 |
| Households | 75,452 | 70,058 | 5,394 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Debagarh district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Debagarh district is 3,12,520, including 1,58,230 males and 1,54,290 females. In rural areas, it is 2,90,130, including 1,46,666 males and 1,43,464 females. In urban areas, it is 22,390, including 11,564 males and 10,826 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Debagarh district is 39,917, including 20,718 boys and 19,199 girls. In rural areas, it is 37,332, including 19,378 boys and 17,954 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,585, including 1,340 boys and 1,245 girls.
- Literate population in Debagarh district is around 1,97,819, including 1,12,649 males and 85,170 females. In rural areas, it is 1,81,300, including 1,03,536 males and 77,764 females. In urban areas, it is 16,519, including 9,113 males and 7,406 females.
- Illiterate population in Debagarh district is about 1,14,701, including 45,581 males and 69,120 females. In rural areas, it is 1,08,830, including 43,130 males and 65,700 females. In urban areas, it is 5,871, including 2,451 males and 3,420 females.
- There are about 75,452 households in Debagarh district, including 70,058 in rural areas and 5,394 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Debagarh. 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 | 52,112 | 48,246 | 3,866 |
| SC Male Population | 26,343 | 24,428 | 1,915 |
| SC Female Population | 25,769 | 23,818 | 1,951 |
| Total ST Population | 1,10,400 | 1,04,956 | 5,444 |
| ST Male Population | 55,126 | 52,324 | 2,802 |
| ST Female Population | 55,274 | 52,632 | 2,642 |
| Population Density | 106 / km² | 100 / km² | 928 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Debagarh district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Debagarh district is approximately 52,112, including 26,343 males and 25,769 females. In rural areas, it is 48,246, including 24,428 males and 23,818 females. In urban areas, it is 3,866, including 1,915 males and 1,951 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Debagarh district is about 1,10,400, including 55,126 males and 55,274 females. In rural areas, it is 1,04,956, including 52,324 males and 52,632 females. In urban areas, it is 5,444, including 2,802 males and 2,642 females.
- Overall population density of Debagarh district is around 106 people per km². Rural areas have about 100 people per km². Urban areas have about 928 people per km².