Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, is spread over an area of 11, 815 sq.km. Its population in 2011 was 2, 091, 000, which increased by 13.07% as compared to 2001. The population of the district is estimated to be near 2.32 million in 2021 and is expected to be around 2.45, 2.46 million by 2025. The sex ratio is nearly 964 females per 1000 males, while the density is 177 persons per sq.km. Population of Chhindwara District was 2.1 million which was a 2.9 % of the total population of MP in 2011.
Quick Overview of Chhindwara District Census 2021
- District Name: Chhindwara
- State: Madhya Pradesh
- Headquarters: Chhindwara town
- Area (district): about 11,815 sq.km
- Population 2011 (district): 2,090,922
- Male Population 2011: 1,064,468
- Female Population 2011: 1,026,454
- Population 2001 (district): 1,849,283 (947,337 males; 901,946 females)
- Population Growth 2001–2011: 13.07%
- Estimated Population 2021 (district): about 2,320,000 (23.2 lakh)
- Projected Population 2025 (district): about 2,447,215–2,460,000 (≈24.5–24.6 lakh)
- Projected Population 2022–2023 (examples): 2,340,000 (2022), 2,360,000 (2023)
- Overall Sex Ratio 2011: 964 females per 1000 males (some tables show 964–965)
- Overall Sex Ratio 2001: about 953–955 females per 1000 males
- Population Density 2011: 177 persons per sq.km (around 156 per sq.km in 2001)
- Share in MP Population 2011: around 2.9%
Population – 2011 vs 2001 (District)
| Description |
2011 |
2001 |
| Actual Population |
2,090,922 |
1,849,283 |
| Male Population |
1,064,468 |
947,337 |
| Female Population |
1,026,454 |
901,946 |
| Decadal Population Growth |
13.07% |
≈ 19–20% |
| Area (sq.km) |
11,815 |
11,815 |
| Population Density (per sq.km) |
177 |
156 |
| Sex Ratio (females per 1000 males) |
964 |
≈ 953–955 |
Population Projections (2011–2025)
| Year |
Projected Population |
Population (Lakhs) |
| 2011 (actual) |
2,090,922 |
20.91 |
| 2021 |
2,320,000 |
23.23 |
| 2022 |
2,340,000 |
23.45 |
| 2023 |
2,360,000 |
23.64 |
| 2024 |
≈2,380,000 |
≈23.84 |
| 2025 (another estimate) |
2,447,215 |
24.47 |
Urban and Rural Population – Chhindwara District 2011
| Area |
Population (%) |
Total Population |
Male Population |
Female Population |
Sex Ratio |
| Rural |
75.84% |
1,585,739 |
806,199 |
779,540 |
967 |
| Urban |
24.16% |
505,183 |
258,269 |
246,914 |
956 |
Child Population (0–6 years) – 2011
| Description |
Total |
Male |
Female |
Child Sex Ratio |
| Children (0–6 years) – District |
≈ 284,000–290,000 (various tables give around 2.8–2.9 lakh) |
– |
– |
about 927–930 |
| Children (0–6) – Rural |
around 220,000 |
– |
– |
≈ 928 |
| Children (0–6) – Urban |
around 65,000 |
– |
– |
≈ 924 |
Overall Literacy – Chhindwara District 2011 (Summary from All Sources)
- Total Literates (all areas): 1,294,198
- Total Literacy Rate (7+ years): 71.16%
- Male Literacy Rate (overall): 78.70% (some tables simplify as 78–79%)
- Female Literacy Rate (overall): 63.37% (close to 63–64%)
- Average Literacy 2001 (district): 66.03% (above MP average of 64.08% at that time)
Urban and Rural Literacy – Detailed (from Census Tables)
| Area |
Average Literacy |
Male Literacy |
Female Literacy |
Total Literates |
Male Literates |
Female Literates |
| Urban Chhindwara |
85.75% |
90.70% |
80.57% |
386,360 |
208,861 |
177,499 |
| Rural Chhindwara |
66.36% |
75.17% |
57.26% |
907,838 |
522,433 |
385,405 |
Religion-wise Population – Chhindwara District 2011
| Religion |
Population |
Percent |
| Hindu |
1,924,381 |
92.01% |
| Muslim |
67,889 |
3.25% |
| Buddhist |
38,820 |
1.86% |
| Jain |
20,927 |
1.00% |
| Christian |
9,785 |
0.47% |
| Sikh |
1,449 |
0.07% |
| Other Religions |
9,403 |
0.45% |
| Religion Not Stated |
18,268 |
0.87% |
SC / ST Population – Chhindwara District 2011
| Category |
Population |
Percent of Total |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) |
237,903 |
11.38% |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) |
779,112 |
37.26% |
Languages Spoken – Chhindwara District 2011
- Hindi and its regional varieties are widely used for official and daily communication.
- Major tribal languages and dialects: Gondi (Gond), Korku, Bharia, Musai.
- Other spoken languages include Marathi and Urdu in some parts.
Administrative Units – Tehsils (Taluks/Subdistricts)
- Total Tehsils (Taluka/Tehsil/Tahsil): 12
| Tehsil / Taluk Name |
| Chhindwara |
| Jamai |
| Parasia |
| Pandhurna |
| Chaurai |
| Sausar |
| Amarwara |
| Harrai |
| Umreth |
| Tamia |
| Bichhua |
| Lodhikheda / Mohkhed (appears as Mohkhed in some lists) |
Villages and Towns – District Summary
- Total number of villages: 1,965 (district demography data)
- Total number of towns (all ULBs and census towns): several across 12 tehsils (exact count varies by definition; core statutory towns are in multiple tehsils such as Chhindwara, Parasia, Pandhurna, Sausar, Amarwara, etc.)
Tehsil List Summary from Tehsil Table
| Sl. No. |
Tehsil Name |
District |
| 1 | Chhindwara | Chhindwara |
| 2 | Jamai | Chhindwara |
| 3 | Parasia | Chhindwara |
| 4 | Pandhurna | Chhindwara |
| 5 | Chaurai | Chhindwara |
| 6 | Sausar | Chhindwara |
| 7 | Amarwara | Chhindwara |
| 8 | Harrai | Chhindwara |
| 9 | Umreth | Chhindwara |
| 10 | Tamia | Chhindwara |
| 11 | Bichhua | Chhindwara |
| 12 | Mohkhed | Chhindwara |
Chhindwara Urban Region (Metropolitan Area) 2011–2025
| Item |
Value |
| Total Population (UA/Metro) 2011 |
190,041 |
| Male Population (UA) 2011 |
97,068 |
| Female Population (UA) 2011 |
92,973 |
Economy, Geography and Culture
- Geography: Southern part of Madhya Pradesh, with Satpura ranges, forested areas and plateau terrain.
- Economy: Agriculture (soybean, wheat, maize, pulses), forest products, and growing industrial/industrial-agro sectors.
- Tribal culture: Rich traditions of Gond and Bharia communities, with festivals, music and local languages.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is Chhindwara district population in 2011?
A: 2,090,922 people.
- Q: What is the estimated population in 2021 and 2025?
A: Around 2.32 million in 2021 and about 2.45 million in 2025.
- Q: What is the sex ratio of Chhindwara?
A: About 964 females per 1000 males in 2011.
- Q: How much of the population is rural vs urban?
A: Roughly 76% rural and 24% urban.
- Q: What is the overall literacy rate?
A: Total literacy is 71.16%; male literacy about 79%, female literacy about 63%.
- Q: Which religion is most common in the district?
A: Hinduism, with about 92% of the population.
- Q: How large are the SC and ST populations?
A: SCs are about 11.4% and STs about 37.3% of the population.
- Q: What are the main languages spoken?
A: Hindi and tribal languages such as Gondi and Korku, along with Marathi and Urdu in some areas.
- Q: How many tehsils are there in Chhindwara district?
A: There are 12 tehsils including Chhindwara, Parasia, Pandhurna, Sausar, Amarwara, Tamia and others.
- Q: What is the main economic base of the district?
A: Agriculture, forests and related small industries.