Gajapati
Gajapati is a district in the Odisha State of India. The total area of Gajapati district is 4,325 km², which includes 4,287.95 km² of rural area and 37.05 km² of urban area. There are about 1,499 villages in Gajapati district.
For administrative convenience, Gajapati 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 10 tehsils in Gajapati district. Here is the list of all Gajapati Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Gajapati District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adva | 854 | 59,262 |
| 2 | Garabandha | 292 | 29,492 |
| 3 | Gurandi | 133 | 45,010 |
| 4 | Kashinagara | 269 | 51,907 |
| 5 | Mohana | 663 | 74,336 |
| 6 | Parlakhemundi | 150 | 77,645 |
| 7 | R Udaygiri | 1,013 | 86,234 |
| 8 | Ramagiri | 240 | 30,015 |
| 9 | Rayagada | 330 | 46,196 |
| 10 | Serango | 380 | 77,720 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Gajapati District
R.Udaygiri is the largest tehsil in gajapati district by both area and population. Gurandi is the smallest tehsil in gajapati district by area, while Garabandha is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | R.Udaygiri | R.Udaygiri |
| Smallest Tehsil | Gurandi | Gurandi |
Population of Gajapati District
The population of Gajapati 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 Gajapati, 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 | 5,77,817 | 5,07,151 | 70,666 |
| Total Male Population | 2,82,882 | 2,47,655 | 35,227 |
| Total Female Population | 2,94,935 | 2,59,496 | 35,439 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 86,984 | 79,684 | 7,300 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 44,212 | 40,387 | 3,825 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 42,772 | 39,297 | 3,475 |
| Literate Population | 2,62,537 | 2,13,160 | 49,377 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,53,663 | 1,26,934 | 26,729 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,08,874 | 86,226 | 22,648 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,15,280 | 2,93,991 | 21,289 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,29,219 | 1,20,721 | 8,498 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,86,061 | 1,73,270 | 12,791 |
| Households | 1,28,523 | 1,12,365 | 16,158 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Gajapati district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Gajapati district is 5,77,817, including 2,82,882 males and 2,94,935 females. In rural areas, it is 5,07,151, including 2,47,655 males and 2,59,496 females. In urban areas, it is 70,666, including 35,227 males and 35,439 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Gajapati district is 86,984, including 44,212 boys and 42,772 girls. In rural areas, it is 79,684, including 40,387 boys and 39,297 girls. In urban areas, it is 7,300, including 3,825 boys and 3,475 girls.
- Literate population in Gajapati district is around 2,62,537, including 1,53,663 males and 1,08,874 females. In rural areas, it is 2,13,160, including 1,26,934 males and 86,226 females. In urban areas, it is 49,377, including 26,729 males and 22,648 females.
- Illiterate population in Gajapati district is about 3,15,280, including 1,29,219 males and 1,86,061 females. In rural areas, it is 2,93,991, including 1,20,721 males and 1,73,270 females. In urban areas, it is 21,289, including 8,498 males and 12,791 females.
- There are about 1,28,523 households in Gajapati district, including 1,12,365 in rural areas and 16,158 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Gajapati. 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 | 39,175 | 29,535 | 9,640 |
| SC Male Population | 19,037 | 14,423 | 4,614 |
| SC Female Population | 20,138 | 15,112 | 5,026 |
| Total ST Population | 3,13,714 | 3,08,867 | 4,847 |
| ST Male Population | 1,51,902 | 1,49,507 | 2,395 |
| ST Female Population | 1,61,812 | 1,59,360 | 2,452 |
| Population Density | 134 / km² | 118 / km² | 1,907 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Gajapati district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Gajapati district is approximately 39,175, including 19,037 males and 20,138 females. In rural areas, it is 29,535, including 14,423 males and 15,112 females. In urban areas, it is 9,640, including 4,614 males and 5,026 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Gajapati district is about 3,13,714, including 1,51,902 males and 1,61,812 females. In rural areas, it is 3,08,867, including 1,49,507 males and 1,59,360 females. In urban areas, it is 4,847, including 2,395 males and 2,452 females.
- Overall population density of Gajapati district is around 134 people per km². Rural areas have about 118 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,907 people per km².