Sawai Madhopur
Sawai Madhopur is a district in the Rajasthan State of India. Total area of Sawai Madhopur is 4,498 km² including 4,378.40 km² rural area and 119.60 km² urban area. As per 2011 stats, Sawai Madhopur has a population of 13,35,551 peoples, out of which urban population is 2,66,467 while rural population is 10,69,084. Sawai Madhopur has a sex ratio of approximately 897 females for every 1,000 males. The district has a population density of 297 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 2,54,716 houses in the district, including 48,587 urban houses and 2,06,129 rural houses. When it comes to villages, there are about 758 villages in sawai madhopur district.
The Sawai Madhopur district is further divided in to Tehsils / Blocks / PS / Community Development Blocks (C.D.Blocks) for administrative purposes. In India, the Block or C.D.Block is often the next level of administrative division after the tehsil. It is important to note that, In some states of India C.D.Blocks are equal to tehsils.
For those who don't know, the C.D.Block is a rural area earmarked for administration and development in India. The area is administered by a BDO (Block Development Officer). A C.D.Block covers several gram panchayats, local administrative unit at the village level.
Sawai Madhopur is the largest tehsil in sawai madhopur district covering area of 982.76 km² while Malarna Doongar is the smallest tehsil in sawai madhopur district covering area of 341.15 km². Gangapur is the most populous whereas Chauth Ka Barwara is the least populous tehsil in sawai madhopur district. There are 7 tehsils in Sawai Madhopur district. Here is the list of all Sawai Madhopur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Sawai Madhopur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bamanwas | 655 | 1,71,648 |
| 2 | Bonli | 553 | 1,42,741 |
| 3 | Chauth Ka Barwara | 469 | 97,500 |
| 4 | Gangapur | 572 | 3,46,614 |
| 5 | Khandar | 925 | 1,36,439 |
| 6 | Malarna Doongar | 341 | 1,05,732 |
| 7 | Sawai Madhopur | 983 | 3,34,877 |
Population of Sawai Madhopur District
The population of Sawai Madhopur 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 Sawai Madhopur, 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 | 13,35,551 | 10,69,084 | 2,66,467 |
| Total Male Population | 7,04,031 | 5,64,592 | 1,39,439 |
| Total Female Population | 6,31,520 | 5,04,492 | 1,27,028 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,01,188 | 1,65,328 | 35,860 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,07,557 | 88,362 | 19,195 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 93,631 | 76,966 | 16,665 |
| Literate Population | 7,41,748 | 5,59,632 | 1,82,116 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,86,184 | 3,78,253 | 1,07,931 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,55,564 | 1,81,379 | 74,185 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,93,803 | 5,09,452 | 84,351 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,17,847 | 1,86,339 | 31,508 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,75,956 | 3,23,113 | 52,843 |
| Households | 2,54,716 | 2,06,129 | 48,587 |
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Sawai Madhopur. 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 | 2,78,789 | 2,27,374 | 51,415 |
| SC Male Population | 1,46,333 | 1,19,679 | 26,654 |
| SC Female Population | 1,32,456 | 1,07,695 | 24,761 |
| Total ST Population | 2,85,848 | 2,72,573 | 13,275 |
| ST Male Population | 1,52,745 | 1,45,421 | 7,324 |
| ST Female Population | 1,33,103 | 1,27,152 | 5,951 |
| Population Density | 297 / km² | 244 / km² | 2,228 / km² |