Durg, located in the state of Chhattisgarh, India, is a historically significant district and city. This article offers a comprehensive overview of Durg, 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 Durg a vital part of Chhattisgarh.
Durg is one of the key districts in Chhattisgarh, covering an area of 8535 /km² with a total population of 3343872 as per the latest census. With a population density of 391.78 /km² (people per squar km), Durg is home to 1761 villages, reflecting its rich cultural and demographic diversity.
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durg District is approximately 3343872, with a division between rural and urban areas. The rural population stands at 2059107, while the urban population is 1284765. The district has a population density of 391.78 /km² (people per square kilometer).
| Rural | Urban | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2059107 | 1284765 | 3343872 |
| Male | 1026152 | 655949 | 1682101 |
| Female | 1032955 | 628816 | 1661771 |
Durg District is home to approximately 701707 households, with a large proportion located in rural areas. The district has an average household size of 4.77 people.
| Type | Households |
|---|---|
| Total | 701707 |
| Rural | 424294 |
| Urban | 277413 |
In Durg 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 | 61 |
| 200-499 | 224 |
| 500-999 | 596 |
| 1000-1999 | 679 |
| 2000-4999 | 196 |
| 5000-9999 | 5 |
| 10000 and above | 0 |
Durg District is administratively divided into 20 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) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ahiwara | 3287469 | 1210854977 | 382 |
| Bhilai 3 | 3287469 | 1210854977 | 382 |
| Bori | 3287469 | 1210854977 | 382 |
| Challakere | 2074 | 365784 | 176 |
| Chitradurga | 1383 | 423879 | 306 |
| Devgad | 808.15 | 120909 | 149.61 |
| Dhamdha | 888.34 | 269990 | 303.93 |
| Dodamarg | 500.1 | 48904 | 97.79 |
| Durg | 639.42 | 1126731 | 1762.1 |
| Hiriyur | 1703 | 286133 | 168 |
| Holalkere | 1099 | 207260 | 189 |
| Hosdurga | 1438 | 235116 | 164 |
| Kankavli | 784 | 135295 | 172.57 |
| Kudal | 844.69 | 155624 | 184.24 |
| Malwan | 639.42 | 111807 | 174.86 |
| Molakalmuru | 739 | 141284 | 191 |
| Patan | 770.52 | 325227 | 422.09 |
| Sawantwadi | 895.89 | 147466 | 164.6 |
| Vaibhavvadi | 432.72 | 43845 | 101.32 |
| Vengurla | 302.03 | 85801 | 284.08 |
1. What is the total area of Durg District?
2. What is the total population of Durg District?
3. How is the population distributed between rural and urban areas in Durg?
4. What is the population density of Durg District?
5. How many households are there in Durg District?
6. What is the average household size in Durg District?
7. How many subdivisions (tehsils) are there in Durg District?