Dhar, located in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India, is a historically significant district and city. This article offers a comprehensive overview of Dhar, including its population, demographic details, household data, administrative structure, and a detailed list of its subdivisions or sub-districts. Explore the key facts and figures that make Dhar a vital part of Madhya Pradesh.
Dhar is one of the key districts in Madhya Pradesh, covering an area of 8153 /km² with a total population of 2185793 as per the latest census. With a population density of 268.1 /km² (people per squar km), Dhar is home to 1477 villages, reflecting its rich cultural and demographic diversity.
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhar District is approximately 2185793, with a division between rural and urban areas. The rural population stands at 1772572, while the urban population is 413221. The district has a population density of 268.1 /km² (people per square kilometer).
| Rural | Urban | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1772572 | 413221 | 2185793 |
| Male | 895113 | 217612 | 1112725 |
| Female | 877459 | 195609 | 1073068 |
Dhar District is home to approximately 425914 households, with a large proportion located in rural areas. The district has an average household size of 5.13 people.
| Type | Households |
|---|---|
| Total | 425914 |
| Rural | 339173 |
| Urban | 86741 |
In Dhar District, villages are categorized based on their population size. Here’s a breakdown of the number of villages within each population range:
| Total Population | Villages |
|---|---|
| less than 200 | 114 |
| 200-499 | 276 |
| 500-999 | 448 |
| 1000-1999 | 414 |
| 2000-4999 | 199 |
| 5000-9999 | 25 |
| 10000 and above | 1 |
Dhar District is administratively divided into 35 Subdivisions or tehsils to streamline governance and ensure efficient management. Each tehsil is overseen by a Tehsildar, who manages revenue administration and maintains law and order within the subdivision.
| District | Area (km²) | Population (2011) | Density (/km²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adampur | 3287469 | 1210854977 | 382 |
| Alnavar | 3287469 | 1210854977 | 382 |
| Annigeri | 3287469 | 1210854977 | 382 |
| Badnawar | 1048.57 | 226440 | 215.95 |
| Bansi | 640.68 | 598222 | 934 |
| Dahi | 448.61 | 114242 | 254.66 |
| Dhar | 1896 | 578423 | 305.08 |
| Dharampuri | 425.83 | 183659 | 431.3 |
| Dharmapuri | 791.75 | 441148 | 557 |
| Dharwad | 1015 | 249993 | 246 |
| Domariyaganj | 505.48 | 475862 | 941 |
| Gandhwani | 733.91 | 156046 | 212.62 |
| Harur | 962.79 | 240908 | 250 |
| Hubballi | 623 | 142807 | 229 |
| Hubballi Urban | 3287469 | 1210854977 | 382 |
| Itwa | 585.51 | 454240 | 776 |
| Jalandhar I | 468.05 | 1145692 | 2448 |
| Jalandhar II | 535.29 | 291477 | 545 |
| Kalghatgi | 684 | 154659 | 226 |
| Karimangalam | 3287469 | 1210854977 | 382 |
| Kukshi | 1251.23 | 322282 | 257.57 |
| Kundgol | 648 | 165568 | 256 |
| Manawar | 1060.9 | 308188 | 290.5 |
| Nakodar | 445.44 | 208157 | 467 |
| Nallampalli | 3287469 | 1210854977 | 382 |
| Naugarh | 644.59 | 610441 | 947 |
| Navalgund | 1077 | 190208 | 177 |
| Palakkodu | 750.14 | 346489 | 462 |
| Pappireddipatti | 861.96 | 243445 | 282 |
| Pennagaram | 1130.37 | 234853 | 208 |
| Phillaur | 744.63 | 381732 | 513 |
| Pithampur | 3287469 | 1210854977 | 382 |
| Sardarpur | 1287.97 | 296513 | 230.22 |
| Shahkot | 430.59 | 166532 | 387 |
| Shohratgarh | 518.73 | 420532 | 811 |
1. What is the total area of Dhar District?
2. What is the total population of Dhar District?
3. How is the population distributed between rural and urban areas in Dhar?
4. What is the population density of Dhar District?
5. How many households are there in Dhar District?
6. What is the average household size in Dhar District?
7. How many subdivisions (tehsils) are there in Dhar District?