Mahoba
Mahoba is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Mahoba district is 3,144 km², which includes 3,116.09 km² of rural area and 27.91 km² of urban area. There are about 435 villages in Mahoba district.
For administrative convenience, Mahoba 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 3 tehsils in Mahoba district. Here is the list of all Mahoba Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Mahoba District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charkhari | 782 | 1,55,407 |
| 2 | Kulpahar | 1,176 | 3,36,968 |
| 3 | Mahoba | 1,186 | 3,83,583 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Mahoba is the largest tehsil in mahoba district by both area and population. Charkhari is the smallest tehsil in mahoba district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Mahoba | Mahoba |
| Smallest Tehsil | Charkhari | Charkhari |
Population of Mahoba District
The population of Mahoba 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 Mahoba, 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 | 8,75,958 | 6,90,577 | 1,85,381 |
| Total Male Population | 4,66,358 | 3,68,009 | 98,349 |
| Total Female Population | 4,09,600 | 3,22,568 | 87,032 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,28,129 | 1,03,678 | 24,451 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 67,720 | 54,799 | 12,921 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 60,409 | 48,879 | 11,530 |
| Literate Population | 4,88,106 | 3,69,716 | 1,18,390 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,02,283 | 2,32,584 | 69,699 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,85,823 | 1,37,132 | 48,691 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,87,852 | 3,20,861 | 66,991 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,64,075 | 1,35,425 | 28,650 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,23,777 | 1,85,436 | 38,341 |
| Households | 1,58,435 | 1,24,678 | 33,757 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Mahoba district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Mahoba district is 8,75,958, including 4,66,358 males and 4,09,600 females. In rural areas, it is 6,90,577, including 3,68,009 males and 3,22,568 females. In urban areas, it is 1,85,381, including 98,349 males and 87,032 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Mahoba district is 1,28,129, including 67,720 boys and 60,409 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,03,678, including 54,799 boys and 48,879 girls. In urban areas, it is 24,451, including 12,921 boys and 11,530 girls.
- Literate population in Mahoba district is around 4,88,106, including 3,02,283 males and 1,85,823 females. In rural areas, it is 3,69,716, including 2,32,584 males and 1,37,132 females. In urban areas, it is 1,18,390, including 69,699 males and 48,691 females.
- Illiterate population in Mahoba district is about 3,87,852, including 1,64,075 males and 2,23,777 females. In rural areas, it is 3,20,861, including 1,35,425 males and 1,85,436 females. In urban areas, it is 66,991, including 28,650 males and 38,341 females.
- There are about 1,58,435 households in Mahoba district, including 1,24,678 in rural areas and 33,757 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Mahoba. 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 | 2,20,898 | 1,88,781 | 32,117 |
| SC Male Population | 1,17,389 | 1,00,318 | 17,071 |
| SC Female Population | 1,03,509 | 88,463 | 15,046 |
| Total ST Population | 647 | 250 | 397 |
| ST Male Population | 355 | 143 | 212 |
| ST Female Population | 292 | 107 | 185 |
| Population Density | 279 / km² | 222 / km² | 6,642 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Mahoba district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Mahoba district is approximately 2,20,898, including 1,17,389 males and 1,03,509 females. In rural areas, it is 1,88,781, including 1,00,318 males and 88,463 females. In urban areas, it is 32,117, including 17,071 males and 15,046 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Mahoba district is about 647, including 355 males and 292 females. In rural areas, it is 250, including 143 males and 107 females. In urban areas, it is 397, including 212 males and 185 females.
- Overall population density of Mahoba district is around 279 people per km². Rural areas have about 222 people per km². Urban areas have about 6,642 people per km².