The Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh had a population of about 1,331,597 in 2011 and it is expected to grow slowly to reach around 1,610,000 people by 2026. It has an area of 8,466 sq km and a population density of about 157 persons per sq km. The sex ratio is close to 901 females per 1000 males and the literacy rate is around 72.98 percent. The child sex ratio is nearly 932 girls per 1000 boys. The major religion is Hindu with about 82 percent share and Hindi is the main language spoken by nearly 97 percent population. The district population is roughly 22.8 percent urban and 77.2 percent rural, and Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes together account for about 32 percent of the total population. There are a total of about 278,895 households in the district.
Quick Overview of District Census 2021
| District name | Raisen |
| State | Madhya Pradesh |
| Population 2011 | 1,331,597 |
| Estimated population 2025 | 1,600,000 |
| Estimated population 2026 | 1,610,000 |
| Area (sq km) | 8,466 |
| Population density (per sq km) | 157 |
| Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 901 |
| Child sex ratio (0–6 years) | 932 |
| Average literacy rate | 72.98% |
| Urban population share | 22.79% |
| Rural population share | 77.21% |
| Total households 2011 | 278,895 |
Population and Demographic Profile
| Total population 2011 | 1,331,597 |
| Male population 2011 | 700,358 |
| Female population 2011 | 631,239 |
| Child population 0–6 years | 207,699 |
| Child males 0–6 years | 107,499 |
| Child females 0–6 years | 100,200 |
| Population density (persons per sq km) | 157 |
| Area of district (sq km) | 8,466 |
| Total households | 278,895 |
- Total population is high
- Many people are young
- Families are spread in villages
- District area is large
Historic Census Data and Growth
| Census year | Population |
| 2011 | 1,331,597 |
Population Projections 2021–2031
| Year | Projected population |
| 2011 | 1,331,597 |
| 2021 | 1,530,000 |
| 2022 | 1,550,000 |
| 2023 | 1,570,000 |
| 2024 | 1,590,000 |
| 2025 | 1,600,000 |
| 2026 | 1,610,000 |
| 2027 | 1,620,000 |
| 2028 | 1,630,000 |
| 2029 | 1,640,000 |
| 2030 | 1,640,000 |
| 2031 | 1,650,000 |
- Population is rising slowly
- Growth is steady over years
- Future numbers stay moderate
- District size remains same
Sex Ratio and Child Sex Ratio
| Indicator | Value |
| Overall sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 901 |
| Child sex ratio 0–6 years | 932 |
Sex Ratio by Region
| Region | Sex ratio |
| Rural areas | 904 |
| Urban areas | 892 |
- Female share is lower than male
- Child sex ratio is slightly better
- Rural sex ratio is higher
- Urban sex ratio is lower
Literacy Rate and Education Profile
| Indicator | Value |
| Total literacy rate | 72.98% |
| Male literacy rate | 80.81% |
| Female literacy rate | 64.24% |
| Total literates | 820,220 |
| Male literates | 479,093 |
| Female literates | 341,127 |
| Total illiterates | 511,377 |
| Male illiterates | 221,265 |
| Female illiterates | 290,112 |
Urban and Rural Literacy
| Region | Average literacy | Male literacy |
| Rural | 70.4% | 78.87% |
| Urban | 81.56% | 87.20% |
- Literacy is above state average
- Men read and write more than women
- Urban literacy is higher
- Rural literacy is improving
Religion Wise Population Data
| Religion | Share of population |
| Hindu | About 82% |
| Muslim | Small minority |
| Others (Sikh, Christian, Jain, etc.) | Very small share |
- Hindu community is main group
- Muslim share is limited
- Other groups are very small
- Social mix is simple
Caste Profile: SC and ST Population
| Category | Population | Share |
| Scheduled Castes total | 225,891 | 16.96% |
| Scheduled Castes male | 119,226 | - |
| Scheduled Castes female | 106,665 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes total | 205,006 | 15.40% |
| Scheduled Tribes male | 105,627 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes female | 99,379 | - |
- SC share is notable
- ST share is also high
- Both groups are spread in villages
- They form major rural workforce
Child Population and Youth Profile
| Indicator | Value |
| Child population 0–6 years | 207,699 |
| Child share in total population | About 15.6% |
| Child males 0–6 years | 107,499 |
| Child females 0–6 years | 100,200 |
| Child sex ratio 0–6 years | 932 |
- Many children live in the district
- Child share is close to one sixth
- Girl child share is lower
- Young population is strong
Languages Spoken in Raisen District
| Language | Share of population |
| Hindi | 97.28% |
| Urdu | 1.99% |
| Other languages | Less than 1% |
- Hindi is main language
- Urdu is spoken by few people
- Very few speak other tongues
- Communication is simple
Urban and Rural Population Details
| Region | Population | Share |
| Rural | 1,028,172 | 77.21% |
| Urban | 303,425 | 22.79% |
Urban and Rural Gender Split
| Region | Male | Female |
| Rural | 539,960 | 488,212 |
| Urban | 160,398 | 143,027 |
- Most people stay in villages
- Town share is low
- Rural males are more
- Urban families are smaller
Households and Family Size
| Indicator | Value |
| Total households | 278,895 |
| Average persons per household (approx.) | 4.8 |
- Family size is medium
- Many homes are joint families
- Village houses are common
- Urban homes are compact
Workforce and Economic Activity
| Indicator | Detail |
| Main work type | Agriculture and allied work |
| Other work | Services, small trade, labour |
- Many people depend on farming
- Rural jobs are seasonal
- Some people work in towns
- Daily wage work is common
City and Town List in Raisen District
| City / Town | Type |
| Raisen | Municipality |
| Other smaller towns | Nagar parishad and nagar panchayat |
Raisen Municipality Population 2011–2026
| Year | Raisen city population |
| 2011 | 44,162 |
| 2021 | 57,000 |
| 2022 | 58,000 |
| 2023 | 59,000 |
| 2024 | 60,000 |
| 2025 | 61,000 |
| 2026 | 62,000 |
| 2027 | 63,000 |
| 2028 | 64,000 |
| 2029 | 65,000 |
| 2030 | 66,000 |
| 2031 | 67,000 |
- Raisen town is main urban centre
- Town population is rising
- Nearby towns are smaller
- Civic services are focused in town
Sub-Districts, Tehsils and Administrative Divisions
| Administrative unit | Number |
| Tehsils (sub-districts) | 8 |
Tehsil List with Village Count
| Tehsil | Total villages |
| Badi | 120 |
| Baraily | 116 |
| Begamganj | 227 |
| Gairatganj | 170 |
| Goharganj | 234 |
| Raisen | 224 |
| Silwani | 250 |
| Udaipura | 156 |
- District is split into eight tehsils
- Each tehsil has many villages
- Some tehsils are large in area
- Raisen tehsil has district headquarter
Village Distribution and Rural Structure
Villages in Raisen Tehsil
| Unit | Count |
| Towns in Raisen tehsil | 2 |
| Villages in Raisen tehsil | 222 |
Village Population Size Groups (Raisen Tehsil)
| Population size group | Number of villages |
| Less than 200 persons | 18 |
| 200–499 persons | 66 |
| 500–999 persons | 75 |
| 1,000–1,999 persons | 42 |
| 2,000–4,999 persons | 12 |
- Most villages are small
- Only few have more than 2000 people
- Hamlets are spread across tehsil
- Village life guides local economy
Area Statistics and Land Pattern
| Indicator | Value |
| Total area of district (sq km) | 8,466 |
| Population density (persons per sq km) | 157 |
- Land area is wide
- Population spread is moderate
- Village fields cover large part
- Urban land is limited
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the population of Raisen district in 2011: It is 1,331,597 people.
- What is the sex ratio in Raisen district: It is 901 females per 1000 males.
- What is the literacy rate of Raisen district: It is about 72.98 percent.
- How much of Raisen district is rural: Around 77 percent people live in villages.
- Which language is mainly spoken in Raisen district: Hindi is spoken by most people.