Sambalpur
Sambalpur is a district in the Odisha State of India. The total area of Sambalpur district is 6,624 km², which includes 6,467.75 km² of rural area and 156.25 km² of urban area. There are about 1,229 villages in Sambalpur district.
For administrative convenience, Sambalpur 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 20 tehsils in Sambalpur district. Here is the list of all Sambalpur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Sambalpur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ainthapali | 23 | 12,627 |
| 2 | Burla | 210 | 85,814 |
| 3 | Charamal | 504 | 29,526 |
| 4 | Dhama | 282 | 44,579 |
| 5 | Dhanupali | 13 | 7,727 |
| 6 | Govindpur | 352 | 59,141 |
| 7 | Hirakud | 125 | 37,887 |
| 8 | Jamankira | 685 | 59,250 |
| 9 | Jujomura | 610 | 57,271 |
| 10 | Katarbaga | 186 | 29,875 |
| 11 | Kisinda | 517 | 20,460 |
| 12 | Kochinda | 518 | 81,668 |
| 13 | Mahulpalli | 624 | 76,632 |
| 14 | Naktideul | 474 | 29,550 |
| 15 | Rairakhol | 779 | 55,502 |
| 16 | Rengali | 141 | 26,859 |
| 17 | Sadar | 124 | 46,660 |
| 18 | Sambalpur | 50 | 1,89,366 |
| 19 | Sasan | 274 | 63,790 |
| 20 | Thelkoloi | 134 | 26,915 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Rairakhol is the largest tehsil in sambalpur district by area, while Sambalpur (M) is the largest by population. Dhanupali is the smallest tehsil in sambalpur district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Rairakhol | Sambalpur (M) |
| Smallest Tehsil | Dhanupali | Dhanupali |
Population of Sambalpur District
The population of Sambalpur 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 Sambalpur, 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 | 10,41,099 | 7,33,006 | 3,08,093 |
| Total Male Population | 5,26,877 | 3,68,692 | 1,58,185 |
| Total Female Population | 5,14,222 | 3,64,314 | 1,49,908 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,17,848 | 84,408 | 33,440 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 60,744 | 43,170 | 17,574 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 57,104 | 41,238 | 15,866 |
| Literate Population | 7,03,691 | 4,70,897 | 2,32,794 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,93,192 | 2,66,228 | 1,26,964 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,10,499 | 2,04,669 | 1,05,830 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,37,408 | 2,62,109 | 75,299 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,33,685 | 1,02,464 | 31,221 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,03,723 | 1,59,645 | 44,078 |
| Households | 2,49,597 | 1,79,411 | 70,186 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Sambalpur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Sambalpur district is 10,41,099, including 5,26,877 males and 5,14,222 females. In rural areas, it is 7,33,006, including 3,68,692 males and 3,64,314 females. In urban areas, it is 3,08,093, including 1,58,185 males and 1,49,908 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Sambalpur district is 1,17,848, including 60,744 boys and 57,104 girls. In rural areas, it is 84,408, including 43,170 boys and 41,238 girls. In urban areas, it is 33,440, including 17,574 boys and 15,866 girls.
- Literate population in Sambalpur district is around 7,03,691, including 3,93,192 males and 3,10,499 females. In rural areas, it is 4,70,897, including 2,66,228 males and 2,04,669 females. In urban areas, it is 2,32,794, including 1,26,964 males and 1,05,830 females.
- Illiterate population in Sambalpur district is about 3,37,408, including 1,33,685 males and 2,03,723 females. In rural areas, it is 2,62,109, including 1,02,464 males and 1,59,645 females. In urban areas, it is 75,299, including 31,221 males and 44,078 females.
- There are about 2,49,597 households in Sambalpur district, including 1,79,411 in rural areas and 70,186 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Sambalpur. 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 | 1,91,827 | 1,34,729 | 57,098 |
| SC Male Population | 96,511 | 67,886 | 28,625 |
| SC Female Population | 95,316 | 66,843 | 28,473 |
| Total ST Population | 3,55,261 | 3,18,413 | 36,848 |
| ST Male Population | 1,77,565 | 1,58,927 | 18,638 |
| ST Female Population | 1,77,696 | 1,59,486 | 18,210 |
| Population Density | 157 / km² | 113 / km² | 1,972 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Sambalpur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sambalpur district is approximately 1,91,827, including 96,511 males and 95,316 females. In rural areas, it is 1,34,729, including 67,886 males and 66,843 females. In urban areas, it is 57,098, including 28,625 males and 28,473 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Sambalpur district is about 3,55,261, including 1,77,565 males and 1,77,696 females. In rural areas, it is 3,18,413, including 1,58,927 males and 1,59,486 females. In urban areas, it is 36,848, including 18,638 males and 18,210 females.
- Overall population density of Sambalpur district is around 157 people per km². Rural areas have about 113 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,972 people per km².