Rayagada
Rayagada is a district in the Odisha State of India. The total area of Rayagada district is 7,073 km², which includes 7,004.34 km² of rural area and 68.66 km² of urban area. There are about 2,468 villages in Rayagada district.
For administrative convenience, Rayagada 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 15 tehsils in Rayagada district. Here is the list of all Rayagada Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Rayagada District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ambadala | 474 | 54,514 |
| 2 | Andirakanch | 134 | 15,258 |
| 3 | Bishamakatak | 665 | 87,895 |
| 4 | Chandrapur | 611 | 28,952 |
| 5 | Doraguda | 194 | 19,457 |
| 6 | Gudari | 575 | 65,526 |
| 7 | Gunupur | 637 | 1,14,856 |
| 8 | Kalyanasingpur | 552 | 66,029 |
| 9 | Kashipur | 770 | 70,542 |
| 10 | Muniguda | 388 | 55,233 |
| 11 | Padmapur | 215 | 44,779 |
| 12 | Puttasing | 388 | 39,390 |
| 13 | Rayagada | 893 | 2,22,518 |
| 14 | Seskhal | 342 | 47,586 |
| 15 | Tikiri | 235 | 35,376 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Rayagada is the largest tehsil in rayagada district by both area and population. Andirakanch is the smallest tehsil in rayagada district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Rayagada | Rayagada |
| Smallest Tehsil | Andirakanch | Andirakanch |
Population of Rayagada District
The population of Rayagada 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 Rayagada, 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 | 9,67,911 | 8,20,945 | 1,46,966 |
| Total Male Population | 4,71,960 | 3,97,774 | 74,186 |
| Total Female Population | 4,95,951 | 4,23,171 | 72,780 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,48,522 | 1,32,230 | 16,292 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 75,598 | 67,245 | 8,353 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 72,924 | 64,985 | 7,939 |
| Literate Population | 4,07,735 | 3,05,758 | 1,01,977 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,41,959 | 1,85,630 | 56,329 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,65,776 | 1,20,128 | 45,648 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,60,176 | 5,15,187 | 44,989 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,30,001 | 2,12,144 | 17,857 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,30,175 | 3,03,043 | 27,132 |
| Households | 2,26,144 | 1,91,568 | 34,576 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Rayagada district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Rayagada district is 9,67,911, including 4,71,960 males and 4,95,951 females. In rural areas, it is 8,20,945, including 3,97,774 males and 4,23,171 females. In urban areas, it is 1,46,966, including 74,186 males and 72,780 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Rayagada district is 1,48,522, including 75,598 boys and 72,924 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,32,230, including 67,245 boys and 64,985 girls. In urban areas, it is 16,292, including 8,353 boys and 7,939 girls.
- Literate population in Rayagada district is around 4,07,735, including 2,41,959 males and 1,65,776 females. In rural areas, it is 3,05,758, including 1,85,630 males and 1,20,128 females. In urban areas, it is 1,01,977, including 56,329 males and 45,648 females.
- Illiterate population in Rayagada district is about 5,60,176, including 2,30,001 males and 3,30,175 females. In rural areas, it is 5,15,187, including 2,12,144 males and 3,03,043 females. In urban areas, it is 44,989, including 17,857 males and 27,132 females.
- There are about 2,26,144 households in Rayagada district, including 1,91,568 in rural areas and 34,576 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Rayagada. 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 | 1,39,514 | 1,16,657 | 22,857 |
| SC Male Population | 68,068 | 56,888 | 11,180 |
| SC Female Population | 71,446 | 59,769 | 11,677 |
| Total ST Population | 5,41,905 | 5,22,208 | 19,697 |
| ST Male Population | 2,59,040 | 2,49,459 | 9,581 |
| ST Female Population | 2,82,865 | 2,72,749 | 10,116 |
| Population Density | 137 / km² | 117 / km² | 2,140 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Rayagada district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Rayagada district is approximately 1,39,514, including 68,068 males and 71,446 females. In rural areas, it is 1,16,657, including 56,888 males and 59,769 females. In urban areas, it is 22,857, including 11,180 males and 11,677 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Rayagada district is about 5,41,905, including 2,59,040 males and 2,82,865 females. In rural areas, it is 5,22,208, including 2,49,459 males and 2,72,749 females. In urban areas, it is 19,697, including 9,581 males and 10,116 females.
- Overall population density of Rayagada district is around 137 people per km². Rural areas have about 117 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,140 people per km².