Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar is a Town and Tehsil in Khordha 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 Bhubaneswar Block (CD) is 03055. The total area of Bhubaneswar Tehsil is 185 km². Bhubaneswar has a sex ratio of approximately 891 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Bhubaneswar Tehsil
Bhubaneswar Tehsil has a total of 14 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Bhubaneswar Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bahadalpur | Patrapada | Bhubaneswar |
| 2 | Bankual | Basuaghai | Bhubaneswar |
| 3 | Ebranga | N/A | Bhubaneswar |
| 4 | Industrial Colony Area | N/A | Bhubaneswar |
| 5 | Injana | Kalarahanga | Bhubaneswar |
| 6 | Kalarahanga | Kalarahanga | Bhubaneswar |
| 7 | Kesura | Basuaghai | Bhubaneswar |
| 8 | Koradakanta | Basuaghai | Bhubaneswar |
| 9 | Patrapada | N/A | Bhubaneswar |
| 10 | Raghunathpur Jalli | Raghunathpur | Bhubaneswar |
| 11 | Ranasinghapur | Patrapada | Bhubaneswar |
| 12 | Rokat | Barimunda | Bhubaneswar |
| 13 | Sarakantara | Patrapada | Bhubaneswar |
| 14 | Sijuan | Patrapada | Bhubaneswar |
Population of Bhubaneswar Tehsil
The population profile of Bhubaneswar 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 Bhubaneswar 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 | 8,85,363 | N/A | 8,85,363 |
| Male Population | 4,68,043 | N/A | 4,68,043 |
| Female Population | 4,17,320 | N/A | 4,17,320 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 86,401 | N/A | 86,401 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 45,327 | N/A | 45,327 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 41,074 | N/A | 41,074 |
| Literate Population | 7,32,886 | N/A | 7,32,886 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,99,804 | N/A | 3,99,804 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,33,082 | N/A | 3,33,082 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,52,477 | N/A | 1,52,477 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 68,239 | N/A | 68,239 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 84,238 | N/A | 84,238 |
| Total Households | 2,06,014 | N/A | 2,06,014 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 8,85,363 people. Includes nearly 4,68,043 males and 4,17,320 females. Urban population is nearly 8,85,363 people.
- There are around 86,401 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 45,327 boys and 41,074 girls.
- Literate population is about 7,32,886 people. Non-literate population is around 1,52,477 people.
- There are nearly 2,06,014 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Bhubaneswar 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 | 76,770 | N/A | 76,770 |
| SC Male Population | 39,798 | N/A | 39,798 |
| SC Female Population | 36,972 | N/A | 36,972 |
| Total ST Population | 44,016 | N/A | 44,016 |
| ST Male Population | 23,668 | N/A | 23,668 |
| ST Female Population | 20,348 | N/A | 20,348 |
| Population Density | 4,778 / km² | N/A | 4,778 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bhubaneswar Tehsil is approximately 76,770 people, including 39,798 males and 36,972 females. Nearly 76,770 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bhubaneswar Tehsil is about 44,016 people, including 23,668 males and 20,348 females. Nearly 44,016 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 4,778 people per square kilometre, urban areas record nearly 4,778 people per sq. km.