The district of Rewa, MP, has an area of 6,314 km² and a population of 2.76 million in 2021, which is estimated to be close to 3.17 million by 2036. The district had a population density of 375 people per square kilometer in 2011. The sex ratio is 931 females for every 1000 males, and 16.7% of the population is urban. The principal languages spoken are Bagheli and Hindi. There are 13 towns and 2,719 villages in the district, and the city of Rewa is famous as the "Land of White Tigers."
Quick Overview: District Census 2021 (Rewa)
- District: Rewa, Madhya Pradesh
- District Headquarters: Rewa City ("Land of White Tigers")
- 2021 Estimated Population: ~2,760,000 (27.6 lakh)
- 2025 Projected Population: ~2,890,000 (28.9 lakh)
- 2036 Projected Population: ~3,167,813 (31.68 lakh)
- 2011 Census Population: 2,365,106
- Area: 6,314 sq km (Wikipedia: 6,240 sq km)
- Population Density (2011): 375/sq km (Wikipedia: 374/sq km)
- Sex Ratio (2011): 931 F/1000 M (Urban: 910, Rural: 935)
- Literacy Rate (2011): 71.62% overall; Male: 81.43%, Female: 61.16%
- Urbanization (2011): 16.73% urban, 83.27% rural
- SC Population: 16.22%; ST Population: 13.19%
- Main languages: Bagheli (65.01%), Hindi (34.34%)
- Main tehsils: Gurh, Hanumana, Huzur, Jawa, Mangawan, Mauganj, Naigarhi, Raipur-Karchuliyan, Semaria, Sirmour, Teonthar
- Villages: 2,719; Towns: 13
Historic Population Data (1901–2036)
| Year |
Population |
Variation |
Growth % |
Male |
Female |
| 1901 | 464,916 | - | - | 231,000 | 234,000 |
| 1911 | 496,116 | +31,200 | +6.71% | 247,000 | 250,000 |
| 1921 | 480,318 | -15,800 | -3.18% | 239,000 | 242,000 |
| 1931 | 512,530 | +32,212 | +6.71% | 257,000 | 255,000 |
| 1941 | 586,544 | +74,014 | +14.44% | 294,000 | 293,000 |
| 1951 | 633,824 | +47,280 | +8.06% | 320,000 | 314,000 |
| 1961 | 772,602 | +138,778 | +21.90% | 389,000 | 384,000 |
| 1971 | 977,894 | +205,292 | +26.57% | 496,000 | 482,000 |
| 1981 | 1,207,583 | +229,689 | +23.49% | 613,000 | 594,000 |
| 1991 | 1,554,987 | +347,404 | +28.77% | 805,000 | 750,000 |
| 2001 | 1,973,306 | +418,319 | +26.90% | 1,016,687 | 956,619 |
| 2011 | 2,365,106 | +391,800 | +19.86% | 1,225,100 | 1,140,006 |
| 2021 | 2,760,000 (est.) | +394,894 | Proj. | | |
| 2025 | 2,890,000 (est.) | +130,000 | Proj. | 1,482,000 | 1,395,000 |
| 2036 | 3,167,813 (est.) | +277,813 | Proj. | 1,622,015 | 1,545,750 |
Religion-wise Population (2011)
| Religion |
Population |
Percentage |
| Hindu | 2,268,838 | 95.93% |
| Muslim | 85,414 | 3.61% |
| Christian | 1,964 | 0.08% |
| Sikh | 832 | 0.04% |
| Buddhist | 986 | 0.04% |
| Jain | 655 | 0.03% |
| Others | 232 | 0.01% |
| Not Stated | 6,185 | 0.26% |
Urban / Rural Population (2011)
| Area |
Population (%) |
Total Population |
Male |
Female |
Sex Ratio |
Child Sex Ratio |
Literacy Rate |
| Urban |
16.73% |
395,785 |
207,261 |
188,524 |
910 |
872 |
81.95% (Male: 88.84%, Female: 74.42%) |
| Rural |
83.27% |
1,969,321 |
1,017,839 |
951,482 |
935 |
887 |
69.46% (Male: 79.86%, Female: 58.44%) |
Population Breakdown / Child Stats (2011)
- Total Population: 2,365,106
- Male: 1,225,100
- Female: 1,140,006
- Child Population (0–6 yrs): 351,983 (14.88%)
- Male Child: 186,697
- Female Child: 165,286
- Child Sex Ratio: 885 girls / 1000 boys (2001: 926)
SC/ST Population (2011)
| Category |
Population |
% of Total |
Male |
Female |
Sex Ratio |
| SC | 383,508 | 16.22% | 198,144 | 185,364 | 936 |
| ST | 311,985 | 13.19% | 161,696 | 150,289 | 930 |
Sex Ratio Data (2011)
| Area |
Sex Ratio |
| Total | 931 |
| Urban | 910 |
| Rural | 935 |
| Religion |
Sex Ratio |
| Hindu | 930 |
| Muslim | 950 |
| Christian | 937 |
| Religion not stated | 977 |
Literacy Rate Details (2011)
| Population Category |
Average Literacy |
Male Literacy |
Female Literacy |
| Total | 71.62% | 81.43% | 61.16% |
| Urban | 81.95% | 88.84% | 74.42% |
| Rural | 69.46% | 79.86% | 58.44% |
| Religion |
Avg Literacy |
Male Literacy |
Female Literacy |
| Hindu | 71.5% | 81.34% | 61.01% |
| Muslim | 73.94% | 83.34% | 64.07% |
| Christian | 77.09% | 82.31% | 71.48% |
| Religion not stated | 75.66% | 85.01% | 66.71% |
Languages Spoken (2011)
- Bagheli: 65.01%
- Hindi: 34.34%
Workforce Profile (2011)
- Total Workers: 991,946 (41.94% of population)
- Male: 617,184
- Female: 374,762
Area, Households, Density
- Total Area: 6,314 sq km
- Population Density: 375 / sq km (2011)
- Households: 526,065
City & Town List (2011)
| City |
Population |
Male |
Female |
| Rewa (Municipal Corporation) | 235,654 | 124,012 | 111,642 |
- Towns (2011): 13
- Villages (2011): 2,719
Subdistrict / Taluk List (Tehsil)
- Gurh
- Hanumana
- Huzur
- Jawa
- Mangawan
- Mauganj
- Naigarhi
- Raipur-Karchuliyan
- Semaria
- Sirmour
- Teonthar
Climate & Geography
- Coordinates: 24°33′N 81°17′E
- Elevation (south): up to 450m
- Key features: Rewa plateau, Kaimur Range, Binjh pahar, alluvial plains
- Main rivers: Tons (Tamas), Son, Bichiya
- Main waterfalls: Chachai, Bahuti, Keoti, Odda, Purwa
- Annual rainfall: 1,039.8 mm
- Extremes: Hottest 48.2°C, coldest 0.6°C
| Month | Record High (°C) | Mean Max (°C) | Mean Min (°C) | Record Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm) | Rainy Days | Avg Humidity (%) |
| Jan | 31.4 | 23.7 | 8.1 | 0.6 | 17.4 | 1.5 | 58 |
| Feb | 36.5 | 27.0 | 10.8 | 1.6 | 21.8 | 1.7 | 51 |
| Mar | 40.7 | 33.1 | 15.6 | 6.4 | 7.1 | 0.8 | 36 |
| Apr | 45.0 | 38.6 | 21.1 | 11.6 | 5.7 | 0.5 | 28 |
| May | 48.2 | 41.1 | 25.6 | 16.5 | 10.5 | 1.2 | 31 |
| Jun | 46.6 | 38.8 | 26.8 | 20.1 | 114.6 | 5.3 | 49 |
| Jul | 43.2 | 33.3 | 25.0 | 15.2 | 298.4 | 12.6 | 72 |
| Aug | 39.4 | 31.8 | 24.3 | 20.3 | 296.4 | 12.4 | 77 |
| Sep | 37.6 | 32.0 | 23.4 | 10.2 | 208.5 | 8.3 | 73 |
| Oct | 38.6 | 32.2 | 19.1 | 9.0 | 44.7 | 2.2 | 60 |
| Nov | 36.2 | 28.9 | 13.1 | 4.4 | 7.4 | 0.5 | 60 |
| Dec | 31.1 | 25.3 | 8.4 | 1.9 | 7.3 | 0.6 | 61 |
| Year | 46.8 | 32.2 | 18.4 | 0.6 | 1,039.8 | 47.5 | 54 |
Division (Vidhan Sabha)
- Deotalab
- Gurh
- Mangawan
- Mauganj
- Rewa
- Semariya
- Sirmaur
- Teonthar
Tourist & Natural Highlights
- Rewa Fort
- Govindgarh Palace & Lake
- Deur Kothar Stupas
- Purwa, Bahuti, Keoti, Chachai, Odda Falls
- White Tiger Safari & Zoo Mukundpur
- Rani Talab
- Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Power Plant (Gurh)
Transport
- Main city at NH30 & NH39 crossing
- Rewa-Satna rail (50 km)
- Airport under construction (nearest: Prayagraj 130 km)
- Daily bus/train links to major cities
FAQ: Rewa District Census
- What is Rewa district's population (latest/projection)? 2,365,106 (2011); ~2.76M (2021 est.); ~2.89M (2025 est.); ~3.168M (2036 est.)
- What is the sex ratio? 931 (total); Urban 910; Rural 935
- Major religions? Hindu 95.93%; Muslim 3.61%
- Major languages? Bagheli (65%), Hindi (34%)
- Literacy rate? 71.62% total; Male 81.43%; Female 61.16%
- SC/ST population? SC 16.22%, ST 13.19%
- Population density? 375/sq km
- City stats? Rewa (Municipal Corporation): 235,654
- How many towns/villages? 13 towns, 2,719 villages
- Biggest waterfalls? Bahuti (198m), Chachai (127m), Keoti, Odda, Purwa
- Main tehsils/taluks? Gurh, Hanumana, Huzur, Jawa, Mangawan, Mauganj, Naigarhi, Raipur-Karchuliyan, Semaria, Sirmour, Teonthar