Kendrapara
Kendrapara is a district in the Odisha State of India. The total area of Kendrapara district is 2,644 km², which includes 2,630.69 km² of rural area and 13.31 km² of urban area. There are about 1,415 villages in Kendrapara district.
For administrative convenience, Kendrapara 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 12 tehsils in Kendrapara district. Here is the list of all Kendrapara Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Kendrapara District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aali | 209 | 1,37,800 |
| 2 | Derabish | 101 | 65,909 |
| 3 | Jamboo Marine | 47 | 29,491 |
| 4 | Kendrapara | 11 | 47,006 |
| 5 | Kendrapara Sadar | 252 | 1,58,985 |
| 6 | Mahakalapada | 351 | 1,24,417 |
| 7 | Marsaghai | 175 | 1,08,163 |
| 8 | Nikirai | 98 | 67,946 |
| 9 | Patkura | 232 | 1,77,324 |
| 10 | Pattamundai | 312 | 2,19,063 |
| 11 | Rajkanika | 289 | 1,40,807 |
| 12 | Rajnagar | 566 | 1,63,450 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Kendrapara District
Rajnagar is the largest tehsil in kendrapara district, covering an area of 566.46 km², while Kendrapara is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 10.77 km². Pattamundai is the most populous, whereas Jamboo Marine is the least populous tehsil in kendrapara district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Rajnagar | Pattamundai |
| Smallest Tehsil | Kendrapara | Kendrapara |
Population of Kendrapara District
The population of Kendrapara 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 Kendrapara, 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 | 14,40,361 | 13,56,827 | 83,534 |
| Total Male Population | 7,17,814 | 6,75,053 | 42,761 |
| Total Female Population | 7,22,547 | 6,81,774 | 40,773 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,61,159 | 1,52,138 | 9,021 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 83,654 | 78,899 | 4,755 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 77,505 | 73,239 | 4,266 |
| Literate Population | 10,89,265 | 10,23,485 | 65,780 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,79,970 | 5,44,759 | 35,211 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,09,295 | 4,78,726 | 30,569 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,51,096 | 3,33,342 | 17,754 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,37,844 | 1,30,294 | 7,550 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,13,252 | 2,03,048 | 10,204 |
| Households | 3,21,934 | 3,05,868 | 16,066 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kendrapara district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kendrapara district is 14,40,361, including 7,17,814 males and 7,22,547 females. In rural areas, it is 13,56,827, including 6,75,053 males and 6,81,774 females. In urban areas, it is 83,534, including 42,761 males and 40,773 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kendrapara district is 1,61,159, including 83,654 boys and 77,505 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,52,138, including 78,899 boys and 73,239 girls. In urban areas, it is 9,021, including 4,755 boys and 4,266 girls.
- Literate population in Kendrapara district is around 10,89,265, including 5,79,970 males and 5,09,295 females. In rural areas, it is 10,23,485, including 5,44,759 males and 4,78,726 females. In urban areas, it is 65,780, including 35,211 males and 30,569 females.
- Illiterate population in Kendrapara district is about 3,51,096, including 1,37,844 males and 2,13,252 females. In rural areas, it is 3,33,342, including 1,30,294 males and 2,03,048 females. In urban areas, it is 17,754, including 7,550 males and 10,204 females.
- There are about 3,21,934 households in Kendrapara district, including 3,05,868 in rural areas and 16,066 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kendrapara. 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 | 3,09,780 | 2,93,691 | 16,089 |
| SC Male Population | 1,55,531 | 1,47,353 | 8,178 |
| SC Female Population | 1,54,249 | 1,46,338 | 7,911 |
| Total ST Population | 9,484 | 8,862 | 622 |
| ST Male Population | 4,748 | 4,424 | 324 |
| ST Female Population | 4,736 | 4,438 | 298 |
| Population Density | 545 / km² | 516 / km² | 6,276 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kendrapara district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kendrapara district is approximately 3,09,780, including 1,55,531 males and 1,54,249 females. In rural areas, it is 2,93,691, including 1,47,353 males and 1,46,338 females. In urban areas, it is 16,089, including 8,178 males and 7,911 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kendrapara district is about 9,484, including 4,748 males and 4,736 females. In rural areas, it is 8,862, including 4,424 males and 4,438 females. In urban areas, it is 622, including 324 males and 298 females.
- Overall population density of Kendrapara district is around 545 people per km². Rural areas have about 516 people per km². Urban areas have about 6,276 people per km².