Sundargarh
Sundargarh is a district in the Odisha State of India. The total area of Sundargarh district is 9,712 km², which includes 9,436.12 km² of rural area and 275.88 km² of urban area. There are about 1,713 villages in Sundargarh district.
For administrative convenience, Sundargarh 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 30 tehsils in Sundargarh district. Here is the list of all Sundargarh Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Sundargarh District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Banei | 330 | 61,804 |
| 2 | Baragaon | 412 | 77,943 |
| 3 | Bhasma | 232 | 42,101 |
| 4 | Biramitrapur | 299 | 96,881 |
| 5 | Bisra | 399 | 98,455 |
| 6 | Bondamunda | 28 | 14,399 |
| 7 | Brahmani Tarang | 281 | 57,664 |
| 8 | Chandiposh | 306 | 21,864 |
| 9 | Dharuadihi | 221 | 35,427 |
| 10 | Gurundia | 857 | 35,256 |
| 11 | Hatibari | 185 | 61,931 |
| 12 | Hemgir | 934 | 84,559 |
| 13 | Kamarposh Balang | 421 | 42,854 |
| 14 | Kinjirkela | 382 | 57,452 |
| 15 | Koida | 344 | 40,824 |
| 16 | Kutra | 313 | 66,462 |
| 17 | Lahunipara | 532 | 77,841 |
| 18 | Lathikata | 130 | 24,846 |
| 19 | Lephripara | 482 | 70,547 |
| 20 | Mahulapada | 322 | 19,191 |
| 21 | Raghunathapali | 14 | 26,095 |
| 22 | Raiboga | 231 | 43,474 |
| 23 | Rajagangapur | 625 | 1,66,131 |
| 24 | Raurkela | 56 | 3,20,040 |
| 25 | Raurkela P S | 95 | 2,16,410 |
| 26 | Sundargarh | 478 | 74,134 |
| 27 | Sundargarh Town | 41 | 48,969 |
| 28 | Talasara | 489 | 80,443 |
| 29 | Tangarapali | 24 | 5,851 |
| 30 | Tikaetpali | 250 | 23,589 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Hemgir is the largest tehsil in sundargarh district, covering an area of 934.05 km², while Raghunathapali is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 13.81 km². Raurkela (M) is the most populous, whereas Tangarapali is the least populous tehsil in sundargarh district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Hemgir | Raurkela (M) |
| Smallest Tehsil | Raghunathapali | Raghunathapali |
Population of Sundargarh District
The population of Sundargarh 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 Sundargarh, 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 | 20,93,437 | 13,55,340 | 7,38,097 |
| Total Male Population | 10,61,147 | 6,76,068 | 3,85,079 |
| Total Female Population | 10,32,290 | 6,79,272 | 3,53,018 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,63,160 | 1,81,482 | 81,678 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,35,204 | 92,292 | 42,912 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,27,956 | 89,190 | 38,766 |
| Literate Population | 13,42,322 | 7,82,147 | 5,60,175 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,50,147 | 4,41,493 | 3,08,654 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,92,175 | 3,40,654 | 2,51,521 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,51,115 | 5,73,193 | 1,77,922 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,11,000 | 2,34,575 | 76,425 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,40,115 | 3,38,618 | 1,01,497 |
| Households | 4,79,109 | 3,12,497 | 1,66,612 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Sundargarh district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Sundargarh district is 20,93,437, including 10,61,147 males and 10,32,290 females. In rural areas, it is 13,55,340, including 6,76,068 males and 6,79,272 females. In urban areas, it is 7,38,097, including 3,85,079 males and 3,53,018 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Sundargarh district is 2,63,160, including 1,35,204 boys and 1,27,956 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,81,482, including 92,292 boys and 89,190 girls. In urban areas, it is 81,678, including 42,912 boys and 38,766 girls.
- Literate population in Sundargarh district is around 13,42,322, including 7,50,147 males and 5,92,175 females. In rural areas, it is 7,82,147, including 4,41,493 males and 3,40,654 females. In urban areas, it is 5,60,175, including 3,08,654 males and 2,51,521 females.
- Illiterate population in Sundargarh district is about 7,51,115, including 3,11,000 males and 4,40,115 females. In rural areas, it is 5,73,193, including 2,34,575 males and 3,38,618 females. In urban areas, it is 1,77,922, including 76,425 males and 1,01,497 females.
- There are about 4,79,109 households in Sundargarh district, including 3,12,497 in rural areas and 1,66,612 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Sundargarh. 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 | 1,91,660 | 1,15,853 | 75,807 |
| SC Male Population | 96,465 | 57,762 | 38,703 |
| SC Female Population | 95,195 | 58,091 | 37,104 |
| Total ST Population | 10,62,349 | 9,08,475 | 1,53,874 |
| ST Male Population | 5,26,856 | 4,50,276 | 76,580 |
| ST Female Population | 5,35,493 | 4,58,199 | 77,294 |
| Population Density | 216 / km² | 144 / km² | 2,675 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Sundargarh district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sundargarh district is approximately 1,91,660, including 96,465 males and 95,195 females. In rural areas, it is 1,15,853, including 57,762 males and 58,091 females. In urban areas, it is 75,807, including 38,703 males and 37,104 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Sundargarh district is about 10,62,349, including 5,26,856 males and 5,35,493 females. In rural areas, it is 9,08,475, including 4,50,276 males and 4,58,199 females. In urban areas, it is 1,53,874, including 76,580 males and 77,294 females.
- Overall population density of Sundargarh district is around 216 people per km². Rural areas have about 144 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,675 people per km².