Koraput
Koraput is a district in the Odisha State of India. The total area of Koraput district is 8,807 km², which includes 8,635.29 km² of rural area and 171.71 km² of urban area. There are about 1,941 villages in Koraput district.
For administrative convenience, Koraput 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 21 tehsils in Koraput district. Here is the list of all Koraput Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Koraput District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bandhugaon | 425 | 58,974 |
| 2 | Bhairabsingipur | 362 | 70,420 |
| 3 | Boipariguda | 1,280 | 1,25,337 |
| 4 | Boriguma | 388 | 98,341 |
| 5 | Damonjodi | 60 | 29,431 |
| 6 | Dasamantapur | 603 | 50,736 |
| 7 | Jeypore | 342 | 1,81,906 |
| 8 | Kakiriguma | 196 | 25,329 |
| 9 | Koraput | 747 | 68,193 |
| 10 | Koraput Town | 105 | 54,832 |
| 11 | Kotiya | 68 | 10,063 |
| 12 | Kotpad | 541 | 1,20,929 |
| 13 | Kundura | 294 | 57,038 |
| 14 | Lakshmipur | 318 | 40,232 |
| 15 | Machh kund | 398 | 41,132 |
| 16 | Nandapur | 660 | 72,579 |
| 17 | Narayanpatana | 569 | 43,575 |
| 18 | Padua | 474 | 54,561 |
| 19 | Pottangi | 740 | 88,128 |
| 20 | Similiguda | 156 | 22,247 |
| 21 | Sunabeda | 82 | 65,664 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Boipariguda is the largest tehsil in koraput district, covering an area of 1280.32 km², while Damonjodi is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 59.61 km². Jeypore is the most populous, whereas Kotiya is the least populous tehsil in koraput district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Boipariguda | Jeypore |
| Smallest Tehsil | Damonjodi | Damonjodi |
Population of Koraput District
The population of Koraput 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 Koraput, 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 | 13,79,647 | 11,53,478 | 2,26,169 |
| Total Male Population | 6,78,809 | 5,63,771 | 1,15,038 |
| Total Female Population | 7,00,838 | 5,89,707 | 1,11,131 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,25,126 | 1,99,037 | 26,089 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,13,742 | 1,00,325 | 13,417 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,11,384 | 98,712 | 12,672 |
| Literate Population | 5,68,090 | 4,04,425 | 1,63,665 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,40,843 | 2,50,926 | 89,917 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,27,247 | 1,53,499 | 73,748 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,11,557 | 7,49,053 | 62,504 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,37,966 | 3,12,845 | 25,121 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,73,591 | 4,36,208 | 37,383 |
| Households | 3,37,677 | 2,82,783 | 54,894 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Koraput district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Koraput district is 13,79,647, including 6,78,809 males and 7,00,838 females. In rural areas, it is 11,53,478, including 5,63,771 males and 5,89,707 females. In urban areas, it is 2,26,169, including 1,15,038 males and 1,11,131 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Koraput district is 2,25,126, including 1,13,742 boys and 1,11,384 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,99,037, including 1,00,325 boys and 98,712 girls. In urban areas, it is 26,089, including 13,417 boys and 12,672 girls.
- Literate population in Koraput district is around 5,68,090, including 3,40,843 males and 2,27,247 females. In rural areas, it is 4,04,425, including 2,50,926 males and 1,53,499 females. In urban areas, it is 1,63,665, including 89,917 males and 73,748 females.
- Illiterate population in Koraput district is about 8,11,557, including 3,37,966 males and 4,73,591 females. In rural areas, it is 7,49,053, including 3,12,845 males and 4,36,208 females. In urban areas, it is 62,504, including 25,121 males and 37,383 females.
- There are about 3,37,677 households in Koraput district, including 2,82,783 in rural areas and 54,894 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Koraput. 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 | 1,96,540 | 1,60,697 | 35,843 |
| SC Male Population | 96,789 | 79,036 | 17,753 |
| SC Female Population | 99,751 | 81,661 | 18,090 |
| Total ST Population | 6,97,583 | 6,62,719 | 34,864 |
| ST Male Population | 3,37,373 | 3,20,130 | 17,243 |
| ST Female Population | 3,60,210 | 3,42,589 | 17,621 |
| Population Density | 157 / km² | 134 / km² | 1,317 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Koraput district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Koraput district is approximately 1,96,540, including 96,789 males and 99,751 females. In rural areas, it is 1,60,697, including 79,036 males and 81,661 females. In urban areas, it is 35,843, including 17,753 males and 18,090 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Koraput district is about 6,97,583, including 3,37,373 males and 3,60,210 females. In rural areas, it is 6,62,719, including 3,20,130 males and 3,42,589 females. In urban areas, it is 34,864, including 17,243 males and 17,621 females.
- Overall population density of Koraput district is around 157 people per km². Rural areas have about 134 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,317 people per km².