The Datia district of Madhya Pradesh had a population of about 7,86,754 in 2011 and it is expected to grow steadily to reach around 9,80,000 by 2025. It has an area of nearly 2,903 sq km and a population density of about 271 persons per sq km. The sex ratio is close to 872 females per 1000 males and the literacy rate is around 72.6 percent. The child sex ratio is roughly 910 girls per 1000 boys. The major religion is Hindu with more than 87 percent share and Hindi is the main language spoken by almost all people. The district population is mostly rural with about 6.05 lakh people in villages and 1.82 lakh in towns, and Datia city accounts for a sizeable part of the total population. There are a total of about 1,60,215 households in the district.
Quick Overview of District Census 2021
| District name | Datia |
| State | Madhya Pradesh |
| Total population 2011 | 7,86,754 |
| Estimated population 2025 | 9,80,000 (approx) |
| Area (sq km) | 2,903 |
| Population density (per sq km) | 271 |
| Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 872 |
| Literacy rate 2011 (%) | 72.63 |
| Child population 0–6 years | 1,10,114 |
| Total households | 1,60,215 |
Population and Demographic Profile
| Total population 2011 | 7,86,754 |
| Male population | 4,20,157 |
| Female population | 3,66,597 |
| Population growth 2001–2011 (%) | 18.4 |
| Urban population | 1,81,982 |
| Rural population | 6,04,772 |
| Urban share of population (%) | 23.13 |
| Rural share of population (%) | 76.87 |
| Child population 0–6 years | 1,10,114 |
- Total population is medium
- Most people live in villages
- City area is growing
- Young population is sizeable
Historic Census Data of Datia District
| Census year | Population |
| 2001 | 6,64,769 (approx) |
| 2011 | 7,86,754 |
| Growth rate 2001–2011 (%) | 18.4 |
Population Projections for Datia District
| Year | Estimated district population |
| 2015 | 8,50,000 (approx) |
| 2020 | 9,20,000 (approx) |
| 2025 | 9,80,000 (approx) |
| 2026 | 10,00,000 (approx) |
- Population is rising slowly
- Migration is moderate
- Town area draws new people
- Villages retain many families
Sex Ratio and Child Sex Ratio
| Overall sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 872 |
| Urban sex ratio | 851 (approx) |
| Rural sex ratio | 879 (approx) |
| Child sex ratio 0–6 years (district) | 910 (approx) |
- Number of women is lower
- Village sex ratio is better
- Child ratio needs care
- Focus on girl child is needed
Literacy Rate and Education Profile
| Overall literacy rate (%) | 72.63 |
| Male literacy rate (%) | 82.47 (approx) |
| Female literacy rate (%) | 61.55 (approx) |
| Total literate persons | 4,91,445 |
| Total illiterate persons | 2,95,309 |
Urban and Rural Literacy in Datia District
| Area | Literate persons | Illiterate persons |
| Rural | 3,02,240 (approx) | 2,39,205 |
| Urban | 1,89,205 (approx) | 56,104 |
- Literacy is above state average
- Male literacy is high
- Female literacy is improving
- Rural literacy needs boost
Religion-wise Population Distribution
| Religion | Share in Datia city (%) |
| Hindu | 87.13 |
| Muslim | 11.62 |
| Christian | 0.29 |
| Sikh | 0.15 |
| Buddhist | 0.60 |
| Jain | 0.09 |
| Others | 0.00 |
| No religion stated | 0.11 |
- Hindu population is dominant
- Muslim share is small
- Other faiths are very few
- Religious mix is stable
Caste Profile: SC and ST Population
| Social group | Population |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,00,270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15,061 |
SC/ST Share in Total Population
| Social group | Share in district population (%) |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25.46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1.91 |
- SC population is quite high
- ST population is very low
- Most SC people live in villages
- Social schemes are important
Child Population and Age Structure
| Child age group | Population |
| 0–6 years (total) | 1,10,114 |
| 0–6 years (Datia city) | 12,381 |
- Many small children live in district
- Young age group is important
- Need for schools is high
- Health care for children is key
Languages Spoken in Datia District
| Language | Approximate share (%) |
| Hindi | Nearly all residents |
| Bundeli/Local dialects | Large share in rural areas |
- Hindi is main language
- Local Bundeli tone is common
- People use simple speech
- Language helps local bonding
Population Density and Area Statistics
| Total area (sq km) | 2,903 |
| Population density (persons per sq km) | 271 |
- District is not very crowded
- Open land is still available
- Villages have spread-out houses
- Town area is more dense
Urban and Rural Population Details
| Category | Population |
| Rural population | 6,04,772 |
| Urban population | 1,81,982 |
Urban and Rural Households in Datia District
| Category | Households |
| Total households | 1,60,215 |
| Estimated rural households | 1,40,961 (approx) |
| Estimated urban households | 19,254 (Datia city only) |
- Most homes are in rural area
- Urban households are fewer
- Village families are larger
- Housing quality varies widely
Workforce and Employment Profile
| Indicator | Value |
| Total workers in Datia city | 32,268 |
| Male workers in Datia city | 26,149 |
| Female workers in Datia city | 6,119 |
| Main workers share (%) | 90.61 |
| Marginal workers share (%) | 9.39 |
- Many people work as farmers
- Men work more outside home
- Women work in fields and home
- Daily wage work is common
Datia City Population and Demographics
| Total population 2011 | 1,00,284 |
| Male population | 52,772 |
| Female population | 47,512 |
| Child population 0–6 years | 12,381 |
| Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 900 |
| Child sex ratio 0–6 years | 877 |
| Literates | 70,819 |
| Average literacy rate (%) | 80.56 |
| Male literacy (%) | 87.33 |
| Female literacy (%) | 73.08 |
| Number of houses (Datia city) | 19,254 |
Datia City Population Projection 2011–2031
| Year | Estimated city population |
| 2011 | 1,00,284 |
| 2021 | 1,30,000 |
| 2022 | 1,33,000 |
| 2023 | 1,36,000 |
| 2024 | 1,40,000 |
| 2025 | 1,44,000 |
| 2026 | 1,48,000 |
| 2030 | 1,64,000 |
| 2031 | 1,68,000 |
- Datia town is main urban hub
- Literacy is high in town
- Service jobs are increasing
- City draws people from nearby villages
City and Town List in Datia District
| Urban unit | Type |
| Datia | Municipality |
| Other small towns | Nagar and notified areas (as per 2011 records) |
- Datia city is district headquarter
- Small towns support trade
- Weekly markets are important
- Urban growth is slow but steady
Administrative Divisions and Tehsils
| District | Datia |
| Number of tehsils | 6 |
Tehsils in Datia District
| Tehsil name |
| Datia |
| Bhander |
| Seondha |
| Other tehsils as per 2011 records |
- Tehsils handle land records
- Block offices manage schemes
- Villages report to tehsils
- Town councils manage civic works
Villages and Sub-district Settlements
| Unit type | Count / detail |
| Villages in district | Large number of revenue villages |
| Example villages in Datia tehsil | Agora, Akola, Aser, Badanpur, Palothar, Semai, Udgawan and many more |
- Most people live in villages
- Farming is main work in villages
- Road links to villages are improving
- Panchayats guide local issues
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the population of Datia district in 2011: It is 7,86,754 people
- Is Datia district mainly rural or urban: It is mainly rural
- What is the literacy rate in Datia district: It is around 72.6 percent
- Which religion has the highest share in Datia: Hindu religion has the highest share
- What is the sex ratio of Datia district: It is about 872 women per 1000 men