The Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh had a population of about 13,11,332 in 2011 and it is expected to grow steadily to reach around 16,00,000 people by 2025. It has an area of about 6,578 sq km and a population density close to 199 persons per sq km. The sex ratio is nearly 918 females per 1000 males and the literacy rate is around 70 percent. The child sex ratio is about 912 girls per 1000 boys. The major religion is Hinduism with a very high share of the population and Hindi is the main language spoken by more than 95 percent people. The district population is around 18.95 percent urban and 81.05 percent rural, and rural population accounts for the major part of the total population. There are about 2,57,311 households in the district.
Quick Overview of District Census 2021
| District Name | Sehore |
| State | Madhya Pradesh |
| Area (sq km) | 6,578 |
| Population 2011 | 13,11,332 |
| Estimated Population 2021 | About 15,50,000 |
| Estimated Population 2026 | About 16,50,000 |
| Population Density (persons per sq km) | 199 |
| Sex Ratio (females per 1000 males) | 918 |
| Overall Literacy Rate (%) | 70.06 |
| Urban Population Share (%) | 18.95 |
| Rural Population Share (%) | 81.05 |
| Total Households | 2,57,311 |
- Total population is high
- Most people live in villages
- Literacy is improving
- Many families depend on farming
Population and Demographic Profile
Total Population and Gender Details
| Population Year | Total Population | Remarks |
| 2001 | 10,79,412 | Census 2001 total |
| 2011 | 13,11,332 | Census 2011 total |
| Decadal Growth 2001–2011 (%) | 21.51 | Growth over 10 years |
| Estimated 2021 Population | About 15,50,000 | Simple projection |
| Estimated 2026 Population | About 16,50,000 | Forward projection |
Male and Female Population
| Category | Population | Detail |
| Total Males 2011 | 6,83,743 | All age groups |
| Total Females 2011 | 6,27,589 | All age groups |
| Sex Ratio (females per 1000 males) | 918 | Overall district |
| Urban Sex Ratio | 924 | Towns only |
| Rural Sex Ratio | 916 | Villages only |
- Number of men is slightly higher
- Sex ratio is below balance line
- Gap is more in rural belt
- Urban areas show better ratio
Historic Census Data and Projections
Decadal Population Change
| Census Year | Population | Growth (%) |
| 1991 | 8,43,296 | - |
| 2001 | 10,79,412 | 28.00 |
| 2011 | 13,11,332 | 21.51 |
Projected Population for Planning
| Year | Estimated Population | Comment |
| 2016 | About 14,20,000 | Post 2011 trend |
| 2021 | About 15,50,000 | Medium growth |
| 2025 | About 16,00,000 | Near term view |
| 2026 | About 16,50,000 | Planning figure |
- Population is rising slowly
- Growth rate is moderate now
- Planning must see next decade
- Basic services need expansion
Population Density and Area Statistics
District Area and Density
| Item | Value | Detail |
| Total Area (sq km) | 6,578 | District geographic area |
| Rural Area (sq km) | 6,479.60 | Village area |
| Urban Area (sq km) | 98.40 | Town area |
| Population Density (persons per sq km) | 199 | 2011 overall |
| Rural Density (persons per sq km) | 164 | Villages only |
| Urban Density (persons per sq km) | 2,525 | Towns only |
- District area is large
- Village belt is wide
- Towns are compact and dense
- Services vary by location
Urban and Rural Population Data
Urban Rural Population Split
| Region | Population | Share of Total (%) |
| Urban | 2,48,462 | 18.95 |
| Rural | 10,62,870 | 81.05 |
| Total | 13,11,332 | 100.00 |
Urban and Rural Gender and Literacy
| Indicator | Rural | Urban |
| Male Population | 5,54,636 | 1,29,107 |
| Female Population | 5,08,234 | 1,19,355 |
| Sex Ratio (females per 1000 males) | 916 | 924 |
| Child Sex Ratio (0–6 years) | 913 | 909 |
| Average Literacy Rate (%) | 67.27 | 81.62 |
| Male Literacy (%) | 79.16 | 87.81 |
| Female Literacy (%) | 54.31 | 74.96 |
- Urban people are fewer
- Rural population dominates
- City literacy is much higher
- Village women lag in study
Literacy Rate and Education Levels
Overall, Male and Female Literacy
| Category | Rate (%) | Detail |
| Average Literacy 2011 | 70.06 | Whole district |
| Male Literacy 2011 | 80.83 | All males |
| Female Literacy 2011 | 58.33 | All females |
| Average Literacy 2001 | 63.07 | Earlier census |
| Male Literacy 2001 | 77.28 | Earlier male |
| Female Literacy 2001 | 47.36 | Earlier female |
Literate Population Count
| Category | Literate Persons | Comment |
| Total Literates 2011 | 7,80,362 | All age groups |
| Male Literates 2011 | 4,69,208 | Men who can read and write |
| Female Literates 2011 | 3,11,154 | Women who can read and write |
| Total Literates 2001 | 5,50,972 | Past census |
- Literacy has gone up clearly
- Male literacy is higher
- Women literacy is rising fast
- Focus on rural girls is needed
Child Population and Child Sex Ratio
Child Population 0–6 Years
| Category | Number | Share (%) |
| Total Child Population 0–6 (District) | 1,97,429 | 15.06 |
| Child Population 0–6 (Rural) | 1,65,220 | 15.57 |
| Child Population 0–6 (Urban) | 32,209 | 12.96 |
Child Sex Ratio Details
| Indicator | Value | Area |
| Child Sex Ratio 0–6 (District) | 912 | Overall |
| Child Sex Ratio 0–6 (Rural) | 913 | Villages |
| Child Sex Ratio 0–6 (Urban) | 909 | Towns |
| Male Child 0–6 (Rural) | 86,369 | Boys |
| Female Child 0–6 (Rural) | 78,851 | Girls |
- Child share in population is high
- Girl child ratio is still low
- Gap is similar in town and village
- Care for girl child is key
Religion and Caste Composition
Religion Wise Population Share
| Religion | Approximate Share (%) | Comment |
| Hindu | About 85–90 | Major religion in district |
| Muslim | About 7–10 | Second main group |
| Others (Sikh, Jain, Christian, etc.) | Small share | Scattered across towns and villages |
Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Population
| Category | Share of Population (%) | Remark |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20.69 | Sizeable group in district |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11.10 | Tribal presence in parts of district |
- Hindu people are in clear majority
- Minority groups live in all blocks
- SC share is quite high
- ST pockets are also present
Languages Spoken in Sehore District
Language Distribution by First Language
| Language | Share of Population (%) | Detail |
| Hindi | 95.38 | Main spoken language |
| Urdu | 2.31 | Used in some town pockets |
| Malvi | 1.46 | Regional speech in rural belt |
| Other Languages | Very small | Scattered families |
- Hindi is common in all areas
- Urdu is heard in market zones
- Malvi is used in some villages
- Language mix is simple
Households and Family Size
Household Statistics
| Item | Number | Detail |
| Total Households (District) | 2,57,311 | All families |
| Rural Households | 2,10,468 | Village families |
| Urban Households | 46,843 | Town families |
| Average Household Size (approx.) | 5 persons | Based on population and homes |
- Most homes are in villages
- Average family size is moderate
- Joint families are still common
- Urban nuclear homes are rising
Workforce and Economic Activity
Working Population Overview
| Category | Number | Comment |
| Total Working Population | 5,86,087 | All workers |
| Main Workers | About 4,00,000 | Work for most of the year |
| Marginal Workers | About 1,86,000 | Work for part of the year |
| Non Workers | About 7,25,000 | Children, elderly, others |
Broad Work Profile
| Type of Work | Share of Workers (%) | Nature |
| Cultivators and Farmers | High | Own or lease land |
| Agricultural Labour | Sizeable | Work on others’ fields |
| Household Industry | Small | Home based work |
| Other Workers | Moderate | Service, trade and jobs |
- Farming is main work
- Many work as farm labour
- Service jobs grow near towns
- Youth move to cities for jobs
Administrative Divisions and Local Units
Tehsils and Administrative Units
| Administrative Unit | Number | Detail |
| Tehsils | 8 | Main sub-district units |
| Towns | 8 | Urban bodies |
| Villages | 1,031 | Revenue villages |
Tehsil Wise Area and Population
| Tehsil | Area (sq km) | Population 2011 |
| Ashta | 713 | 2,53,462 |
| Budni | 615 | 91,906 |
| Ichhawar | 1,149 | 1,62,307 |
| Jawar | 738 | 1,08,461 |
| Nasrullaganj | 1,307 | 1,76,263 |
| Rehti | 464 | 91,501 |
| Sehore | 911 | 2,75,078 |
| Shyampur | 681 | 1,52,354 |
- District has eight tehsils
- Village count is very high
- Some tehsils are large in area
- Population spread is uneven
Cities, Towns and Village Size Pattern
Cities and Towns in Sehore District
| Town Type | Number | Detail |
| Statutory Towns | 8 | Municipal bodies |
| Census Towns | Small number | Urban like villages |
| Headquarter Town | Sehore | District head office |
Village Size Group Pattern
| Village Population Size Class | Number of Villages | Comment |
| Less than 200 | 86 | Very small hamlets |
| 200–499 | 208 | Small villages |
| 500–999 | 357 | Medium villages |
| 1,000–1,999 | 275 | Large villages |
| 2,000–4,999 | 93 | Big rural settlements |
| 5,000–9,999 | 11 | Very big villages |
| 10,000 and above | 1 | Near town size village |
- Most villages are mid size
- Very big villages are few
- Small hamlets are scattered
- Service access changes by size
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the population of Sehore district in 2011: It is 13,11,332 people.
- Is Sehore district mainly rural or urban: It is mainly rural with over 81 percent villagers.
- What is the literacy rate in Sehore district: Overall literacy is about 70 percent.
- Which language is mostly spoken in Sehore district: Hindi is the main spoken language.
- What is the sex ratio in Sehore district: There are about 918 females per 1000 males.