Kendujhar
Kendujhar is a district in the Odisha State of India. The total area of Kendujhar district is 8,303 km², which includes 8,101.03 km² of rural area and 201.97 km² of urban area. There are about 2,064 villages in Kendujhar district.
For administrative convenience, Kendujhar 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 24 tehsils in Kendujhar district. Here is the list of all Kendujhar Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Kendujhar District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anandapur | 349 | 1,24,218 |
| 2 | Bamebari | 422 | 56,271 |
| 3 | Barbil | 188 | 84,130 |
| 4 | Baria | 284 | 73,664 |
| 5 | Bolani | 76 | 19,993 |
| 6 | Champua | 265 | 97,117 |
| 7 | Daitari | 282 | 27,571 |
| 8 | Ghasipura | 427 | 1,12,740 |
| 9 | Ghatgaon | 687 | 1,07,106 |
| 10 | Harichandanpur | 664 | 80,711 |
| 11 | Jhumpura | 159 | 46,936 |
| 12 | Joda | 139 | 72,698 |
| 13 | Kanjipani | 310 | 21,741 |
| 14 | Kendujhar Sadar | 526 | 1,57,414 |
| 15 | Kendujhar Town | 181 | 98,880 |
| 16 | Nandipada | 171 | 82,542 |
| 17 | Nayakote | 586 | 46,056 |
| 18 | Pandapara | 526 | 63,308 |
| 19 | Patana | 430 | 1,04,824 |
| 20 | Rugudi | 90 | 16,560 |
| 21 | Sainkul | 187 | 78,693 |
| 22 | Soso | 237 | 64,244 |
| 23 | Telkoi | 862 | 95,718 |
| 24 | Turumunga | 256 | 68,598 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Kendujhar District
Telkoi is the largest tehsil in kendujhar district, covering an area of 861.97 km², while Bolani is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 75.85 km². Kendujhar Sadar is the most populous, whereas Rugudi is the least populous tehsil in kendujhar district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Telkoi | Kendujhar Sadar |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bolani | Bolani |
Population of Kendujhar District
The population of Kendujhar 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 Kendujhar, 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 | 18,01,733 | 15,48,674 | 2,53,059 |
| Total Male Population | 9,06,487 | 7,74,667 | 1,31,820 |
| Total Female Population | 8,95,246 | 7,74,007 | 1,21,239 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,59,403 | 2,24,941 | 34,462 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,31,885 | 1,14,111 | 17,774 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,27,518 | 1,10,830 | 16,688 |
| Literate Population | 10,52,518 | 8,80,689 | 1,71,829 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,05,119 | 5,07,316 | 97,803 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,47,399 | 3,73,373 | 74,026 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,49,215 | 6,67,985 | 81,230 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,01,368 | 2,67,351 | 34,017 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,47,847 | 4,00,634 | 47,213 |
| Households | 4,05,272 | 3,48,448 | 56,824 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kendujhar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kendujhar district is 18,01,733, including 9,06,487 males and 8,95,246 females. In rural areas, it is 15,48,674, including 7,74,667 males and 7,74,007 females. In urban areas, it is 2,53,059, including 1,31,820 males and 1,21,239 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kendujhar district is 2,59,403, including 1,31,885 boys and 1,27,518 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,24,941, including 1,14,111 boys and 1,10,830 girls. In urban areas, it is 34,462, including 17,774 boys and 16,688 girls.
- Literate population in Kendujhar district is around 10,52,518, including 6,05,119 males and 4,47,399 females. In rural areas, it is 8,80,689, including 5,07,316 males and 3,73,373 females. In urban areas, it is 1,71,829, including 97,803 males and 74,026 females.
- Illiterate population in Kendujhar district is about 7,49,215, including 3,01,368 males and 4,47,847 females. In rural areas, it is 6,67,985, including 2,67,351 males and 4,00,634 females. In urban areas, it is 81,230, including 34,017 males and 47,213 females.
- There are about 4,05,272 households in Kendujhar district, including 3,48,448 in rural areas and 56,824 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kendujhar. 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 | 2,09,357 | 1,72,913 | 36,444 |
| SC Male Population | 1,04,684 | 86,283 | 18,401 |
| SC Female Population | 1,04,673 | 86,630 | 18,043 |
| Total ST Population | 8,18,878 | 7,59,937 | 58,941 |
| ST Male Population | 4,05,927 | 3,76,255 | 29,672 |
| ST Female Population | 4,12,951 | 3,83,682 | 29,269 |
| Population Density | 217 / km² | 191 / km² | 1,253 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kendujhar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kendujhar district is approximately 2,09,357, including 1,04,684 males and 1,04,673 females. In rural areas, it is 1,72,913, including 86,283 males and 86,630 females. In urban areas, it is 36,444, including 18,401 males and 18,043 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kendujhar district is about 8,18,878, including 4,05,927 males and 4,12,951 females. In rural areas, it is 7,59,937, including 3,76,255 males and 3,83,682 females. In urban areas, it is 58,941, including 29,672 males and 29,269 females.
- Overall population density of Kendujhar district is around 217 people per km². Rural areas have about 191 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,253 people per km².