Brahmapur
Brahmapur is a Town and Tehsil in Ganjam District of Odisha. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Brahmapur Block (CD) is 03099. The total area of Brahmapur Tehsil is 80 km². Brahmapur has a sex ratio of approximately 919 females per 1,000 males.
Population of Brahmapur Tehsil
The population profile of Brahmapur Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Brahmapur Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,56,598 | N/A | 3,56,598 |
| Male Population | 1,85,754 | N/A | 1,85,754 |
| Female Population | 1,70,844 | N/A | 1,70,844 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 32,174 | N/A | 32,174 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 16,848 | N/A | 16,848 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 15,326 | N/A | 15,326 |
| Literate Population | 2,89,590 | N/A | 2,89,590 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,56,787 | N/A | 1,56,787 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,32,803 | N/A | 1,32,803 |
| Illiterate Population | 67,008 | N/A | 67,008 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 28,967 | N/A | 28,967 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 38,041 | N/A | 38,041 |
| Total Households | 74,720 | N/A | 74,720 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 3,56,598 people. Includes nearly 1,85,754 males and 1,70,844 females. Urban population is nearly 3,56,598 people.
- There are around 32,174 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 16,848 boys and 15,326 girls.
- Literate population is about 2,89,590 people. Non-literate population is around 67,008 people.
- There are nearly 74,720 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Brahmapur Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 35,137 | N/A | 35,137 |
| SC Male Population | 17,644 | N/A | 17,644 |
| SC Female Population | 17,493 | N/A | 17,493 |
| Total ST Population | 3,070 | N/A | 3,070 |
| ST Male Population | 1,661 | N/A | 1,661 |
| ST Female Population | 1,409 | N/A | 1,409 |
| Population Density | 4,469 / km² | N/A | 4,469 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Brahmapur Tehsil is approximately 35,137 people, including 17,644 males and 17,493 females. Nearly 35,137 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Brahmapur Tehsil is about 3,070 people, including 1,661 males and 1,409 females. Nearly 3,070 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 4,469 people per square kilometre, urban areas record nearly 4,469 people per sq. km.