Mayurbhanj
Mayurbhanj is a district in the Odisha State of India. The total area of Mayurbhanj district is 10,418 km², which includes 10,309.93 km² of rural area and 108.07 km² of urban area. There are about 3,751 villages in Mayurbhanj district.
For administrative convenience, Mayurbhanj 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 31 tehsils in Mayurbhanj district. Here is the list of all Mayurbhanj Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Mayurbhanj District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Badampahar | 236 | 63,890 |
| 2 | Bahalda | 159 | 53,231 |
| 3 | Baisinga | 279 | 1,22,036 |
| 4 | Bangiriposi | 813 | 1,04,902 |
| 5 | Baripada | 40 | 1,16,849 |
| 6 | Baripada Sadar | 908 | 87,091 |
| 7 | Baripada Town | 11 | 5,149 |
| 8 | Barsahi | 374 | 1,32,580 |
| 9 | Betanati | 258 | 89,666 |
| 10 | Bisoi | 367 | 73,899 |
| 11 | Chandua | 245 | 63,390 |
| 12 | Ghagarbeda | 112 | 28,900 |
| 13 | Gorumahisani | 277 | 47,653 |
| 14 | Jamda | 215 | 48,811 |
| 15 | Jashipur | 878 | 1,21,030 |
| 16 | Jharpokharia | 333 | 99,794 |
| 17 | Kaptipada | 165 | 76,427 |
| 18 | Karanjia | 715 | 1,14,383 |
| 19 | Khunta | 291 | 1,23,616 |
| 20 | Koliana | 216 | 82,810 |
| 21 | Mahuldiha | 382 | 46,804 |
| 22 | Muruda | 200 | 77,337 |
| 23 | Rairangpur | 252 | 81,722 |
| 24 | Rairangpur Town | 94 | 50,798 |
| 25 | Raruan | 241 | 78,209 |
| 26 | Rasagobindapur | 212 | 96,526 |
| 27 | Sharata | 415 | 77,369 |
| 28 | Suliapada | 273 | 86,355 |
| 29 | Thakurmunda | 616 | 57,890 |
| 30 | Tiring | 316 | 1,00,517 |
| 31 | Udala | 525 | 1,10,104 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Baripada Sadar is the largest tehsil in mayurbhanj district by area, while Barsahi is the largest by population. Baripada Town is the smallest tehsil in mayurbhanj district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Baripada Sadar | Barsahi |
| Smallest Tehsil | Baripada Town | Baripada Town |
Population of Mayurbhanj District
The population of Mayurbhanj 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 Mayurbhanj, 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 | 25,19,738 | 23,26,842 | 1,92,896 |
| Total Male Population | 12,56,213 | 11,57,576 | 98,637 |
| Total Female Population | 12,63,525 | 11,69,266 | 94,259 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,51,834 | 3,32,377 | 19,457 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,79,536 | 1,69,322 | 10,214 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,72,298 | 1,63,055 | 9,243 |
| Literate Population | 13,69,397 | 12,20,428 | 1,48,969 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,94,171 | 7,13,913 | 80,258 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,75,226 | 5,06,515 | 68,711 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,50,341 | 11,06,414 | 43,927 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,62,042 | 4,43,663 | 18,379 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 6,88,299 | 6,62,751 | 25,548 |
| Households | 5,86,253 | 5,42,726 | 43,527 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Mayurbhanj district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Mayurbhanj district is 25,19,738, including 12,56,213 males and 12,63,525 females. In rural areas, it is 23,26,842, including 11,57,576 males and 11,69,266 females. In urban areas, it is 1,92,896, including 98,637 males and 94,259 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Mayurbhanj district is 3,51,834, including 1,79,536 boys and 1,72,298 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,32,377, including 1,69,322 boys and 1,63,055 girls. In urban areas, it is 19,457, including 10,214 boys and 9,243 girls.
- Literate population in Mayurbhanj district is around 13,69,397, including 7,94,171 males and 5,75,226 females. In rural areas, it is 12,20,428, including 7,13,913 males and 5,06,515 females. In urban areas, it is 1,48,969, including 80,258 males and 68,711 females.
- Illiterate population in Mayurbhanj district is about 11,50,341, including 4,62,042 males and 6,88,299 females. In rural areas, it is 11,06,414, including 4,43,663 males and 6,62,751 females. In urban areas, it is 43,927, including 18,379 males and 25,548 females.
- There are about 5,86,253 households in Mayurbhanj district, including 5,42,726 in rural areas and 43,527 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Mayurbhanj. 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 | 1,84,682 | 1,63,237 | 21,445 |
| SC Male Population | 92,127 | 81,424 | 10,703 |
| SC Female Population | 92,555 | 81,813 | 10,742 |
| Total ST Population | 14,79,576 | 14,39,002 | 40,574 |
| ST Male Population | 7,30,487 | 7,10,396 | 20,091 |
| ST Female Population | 7,49,089 | 7,28,606 | 20,483 |
| Population Density | 242 / km² | 226 / km² | 1,785 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Mayurbhanj district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Mayurbhanj district is approximately 1,84,682, including 92,127 males and 92,555 females. In rural areas, it is 1,63,237, including 81,424 males and 81,813 females. In urban areas, it is 21,445, including 10,703 males and 10,742 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Mayurbhanj district is about 14,79,576, including 7,30,487 males and 7,49,089 females. In rural areas, it is 14,39,002, including 7,10,396 males and 7,28,606 females. In urban areas, it is 40,574, including 20,091 males and 20,483 females.
- Overall population density of Mayurbhanj district is around 242 people per km². Rural areas have about 226 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,785 people per km².