West Nimar District Madhya Pradesh Census 2025/2011 – Population, Growth, Religion, Sex Ratio, Literacy, SC/ST, Rural/Urban, Language, Tehsil/Taluk
Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh covers an area of around 6,478 sq.km and had a population of 1,873,000 in 2011. The population of the district grew by almost 23% in the decade that ended with the year 2011. The total number of the inhabitants in 2021 is estimated to be 2,237,000, and that of 2026 will be 2,377,000. The ratio of females to males per 1000 is between 963 and 965, and the literacy rate is 62.7%. The population density changes from 233 to 289 per sq.km based on the location calculation.
Quick Overview of Khargone (West Nimar) District Census 2021
- District Name: Khargone (West Nimar)
- State: Madhya Pradesh
- Headquarters: Khargone town
- Area (district – govt portal): 6,477.89 sq.km
- Area (West Nimar): about 8,025 sq.km (older boundary figure)
- Population 2011 (district – govt portal): 1,872,413
- Population 2011 (Census2011/IndiaDistrict table): 1,873,046 (18.73 lakh)
- Male Population 2011 (govt): 953,617
- Female Population 2011 (govt): 918,796
- Rural Population 2011 (govt): 1,573,458
- Urban Population 2011 (govt): 298,955
- Population 2001 (district): 1,524,637 (15.25 lakh)
- Population Growth 2001–2011 (district): about 22.8–23.0%
- Projected Population 2021 2,230,000 (22.37 lakh)
- Projected Population 2025: 2,350,000 (23.57 lakh)
- Projected Population 2026 (district – Census2011 table): 2,370,000 (23.77 lakh)
- Overall Sex Ratio 2011: 965 females per 1000 males
- Overall Sex Ratio 2011 (govt demography): 963 females per 1000 males
- Sex Ratio 2001 (district): around 949–950 females per 1000 males
- Population Density 2011 (India-district table): 233 persons per sq.km (using older 8,025 sq.km area)
- Population Density 2011 (govt area 6,477.89 sq.km): about 289 persons per sq.km
- Overall Literacy Rate 2011: 62.70%
- Male Literacy Rate 2011: 72.08%
- Female Literacy Rate 2011: 53.03%
Population – 2011 vs 2001 (District)
| Description | 2011 | 2001 |
|---|---|---|
| Actual Population | 1,873,046 | 1,524,637 |
| Actual Population (Govt demography) | 1,872,413 | – |
| Male Population (govt) | 953,617 | – |
| Female Population (govt) | 918,796 | – |
| Population (Lakhs – Census2011) | 18.73 | 15.25 |
| Decadal Population Growth | about 22.8–23.0% | about 23–24% |
| Area (sq.km – older West Nimar) | 8,025 | 8,025 |
| Area (sq.km – govt current) | 6,477.89 | – |
| Population Density (per sq.km – India-district list) | 233 | 190 |
| Sex Ratio (females per 1000 males) | 965 | 949–950 |
| Sex Ratio (govt demography) | 963 | – |
Population Projections – Khargone (West Nimar) 2011–2031
| Year | Projected Population | Population (Lakhs) |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 (actual) | 1,873,046 | 18.73 |
| 2021 | 2,230,000 | 22.37 |
| 2022 | 2,270,000 | 22.74 |
| 2023 | 2,300,000 | 23.06 |
| 2024 | 2,330,000 | 23.33 |
| 2025 | 2,350,000 | 23.57 |
| 2026 | 2,370,000 | 23.77 |
| 2027 | 2,390,000 | 23.95 |
| 2028 | 2,400,000 | 24.10 |
| 2029 | 2,420,000 | 24.22 |
| 2030 | 2,430,000 | 24.33 |
| 2031 | 2,440,000 | 24.42 |
Urban and Rural Population – Khargone (West Nimar) 2011
| Area | Population Share | Total Population | Male Population | Female Population | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rural | 84.04% | 1,574,190 | 799,396 | 774,794 | 969 |
| Urban | 15.96% | 298,856 | 153,725 | 145,131 | 944 |
| Rural (govt demography) | – | 1,573,458 | – | – | – |
| Urban (govt demography) | – | 298,955 | – | – | – |
Child Population (0–6 years) – Khargone (West Nimar) District 2011
| Description | Total | Male | Female | Child Sex Ratio | Share of Area Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Children (0–6 years) – District Overall | 299,990 | 154,758 | 145,232 | 938 girls / 1000 boys | 16.02% of total district population |
| Children (0–6 years) – Rural Areas | 261,527 | 134,532 | 126,995 | 944 girls / 1000 boys | 16.83% of total rural population |
| Children (0–6 years) – Urban Areas | 38,463 | 20,226 | 18,237 | 902 girls / 1000 boys | 13.16% of total urban population |
Overall Literacy – Khargone (West Nimar) 2011
| Item | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literacy Rate | 62.70% | 72.08% | 53.03% |
Literacy by Area – Khargone (West Nimar) District 2011
| Category | Average Literacy Rate (%) | Male Literacy Rate (%) | Female Literacy Rate (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (District Overall) | 62.70 | 72.08 | 53.03 |
| Urban Area (all towns in district) | 81.97 | 88.13 | 75.49 |
| Rural Area (all villages in district) | 58.87 | 68.85 | 48.63 |
Literates by Area – Khargone (West Nimar) District 2011
| Area | Total Literates | Male Literates | Female Literates |
|---|---|---|---|
| District Overall | 986,234 | 575,428 | 410,806 |
| Urban Area | 213,445 | 117,657 | 95,788 |
| Rural Area | 772,789 | 457,771 | 315,018 |
Religion-wise Population – Khargone (West Nimar) District 2011
| Religion | Population | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 1,725,441 | 92.12% |
| Muslim | 135,085 | 7.21% |
| Jain | 6,028 | 0.32% |
| Sikh | 2,896 | 0.15% |
| Christian | 1,036 | 0.06% |
| Buddhist | 484 | 0.03% |
| Other Religions | 513 | 0.03% |
| Religion Not Stated | 1,563 | 0.08% |
Literacy Rate by Religion – Khargone (West Nimar) District 2011
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate (%) | Male Literacy Rate (%) | Female Literacy Rate (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 61.60 | 71.05 | 51.87 |
| Muslim | 74.39 | 83.33 | 65.05 |
| Jain | 96.65 | 97.50 | 95.79 |
| Sikh | 84.05 | 89.09 | 78.94 |
SC / ST Population – Khargone (West Nimar) District 2011
| Category | Total Population | Male | Female | Percent of District Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209,091 | 107,013 | 102,078 | about 11.2% |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 730,169 | 366,827 | 363,342 | about 39.0% |
Languages Spoken – Khargone (West Nimar) District 2011
| Language (First Language) | Share of Speakers (%) |
|---|---|
| Nimadi | 65.80% |
| Hindi | 10.38% |
| Bareli | 8.10% |
| Bhilali | 4.74% |
| Bhili | 4.43% |
| Urdu | 1.98% |
| Banjari | 1.81% |
| Gujarati | 0.61% |
| Marathi | 0.43% |
Administrative Units – Subdivisions, Tehsils and Villages
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Area | 6,477.89 sq.km |
| Revenue Subdivisions | 5 |
| Revenue Tehsils | 10 |
| Village Panchayats | 600 |
| Villages | 1,421 |
| Municipalities | 8 |
List of Tehsils in Khargone District (West Nimar)
| Tehsil / Taluk Name |
|---|
| Khargone |
| Bhikangaon |
| Barwaha |
| Sanawad |
| Kasrawad |
| Mahu (Maheshwar area – historically linked but now in Barwani/Khargone region) |
| Gogaon / Gogawa |
| Segaon |
| Bhagwanpura |
| Dhamnod / Jhiranya area (as per updated district lists) |
Khargone Tehsil – Example Census 2011 Data
| Item | Total | Urban | Rural |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (Khargone Tehsil) | 246,530 | 133,368 | 113,162 |
| Children (0–6 years) | 31,863 | 17,146 | 14,717 |
| Scheduled Caste Population | 28,597 | 11,297 | 17,300 |
| Scheduled Tribe Population | 34,352 | 13,375 | 20,977 |
| Literacy Rate | 75.81% | 82.02% | 68.47% |
| Sex Ratio | 946 | 942 | 950 |
Khargone City – Census 2011 & 2025
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| City Type | Municipality / Urban Local Body |
| Population 2011 (Khargone city) | 133,368 (as per Khargone tehsil urban component) |
| Projected Population 2025 | 299,955 (≈3.00 lakh) |
| Estimated Population 2025 (Khargone city) | 154,000 (city) and 193,000 (metro) |
Basic Socio-economic and Geographic Notes
- Khargone district (West Nimar) lies in south-western Madhya Pradesh, in the Nimar region along the Narmada River.
- The economy is primarily agrarian with crops like cotton, soybean, wheat and pulses, supported by small-scale trade and agro-based industries.
- The district has a large tribal population, especially in hilly and forested tehsil areas, and a strong local culture linked to Nimadi and Bhili communities.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the population of Khargone (West Nimar) district in 2011?
A: Around 1.87 lakh people in thousands terms – specifically about 18.72–18.73 lakh (1.872–1.873 million). - Q: What is the projected population in 2025?
A: About 2.35 million (23.5 lakh) according to one projection and about 2.28 million - Q: What is the sex ratio in the district?
- A: Around 963–965 females per 1000 males in 2011.
- Q: What is the population density?
A: Using the older 8,025 sq.km area, density is about 233 persons per sq.km; using the current 6,477.89 sq.km figure gives about 289 persons per sq.km. - Q: What is the literacy rate in Khargone (West Nimar)?
A: Overall literacy is 62.7%; male literacy 72.08% and female literacy 53.03%. - Q: What are the main religions in the district?
A: Hindus form about 92.1% of the population, Muslims about 7.2%, with small Jain, Sikh, Christian and Buddhist minorities. - Q: Which languages are mainly spoken?
A: Nimadi is spoken by about 65.8% of people, followed by Hindi, Bareli, Bhilali, Bhili, Urdu, Banjari, Gujarati and Marathi. - Q: How many tehsils and villages are in the district?
A: There are 5 revenue subdivisions, 10 tehsils, around 600 village panchayats and 1,421 villages, plus 8 municipalities. - Q: What is the population of Khargone town?
A: The tehsil urban component in 2011 is 133,368; projections for 2025 place the town around 1.54–3.00 lakh depending on the definition used. - Q: What are the main economic activities?
A: Agriculture (especially cotton and soybean), rural labour, small industries and trade along the Narmada region.
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