Sagar, located in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India, is a historically significant district and city. This article offers a comprehensive overview of Sagar, 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 Sagar a vital part of Madhya Pradesh.
Sagar is one of the key districts in Madhya Pradesh, covering an area of 10252 /km² with a total population of 2378458 as per the latest census. With a population density of 232 /km² (people per squar km), Sagar is home to 1901 villages, reflecting its rich cultural and demographic diversity.
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sagar District is approximately 2378458, with a division between rural and urban areas. The rural population stands at 1669662, while the urban population is 708796. The district has a population density of 232 /km² (people per square kilometer).
| Rural | Urban | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1669662 | 708796 | 2378458 |
| Male | 884133 | 372124 | 1256257 |
| Female | 785529 | 336672 | 1122201 |
Sagar District is home to approximately 517850 households, with a large proportion located in rural areas. The district has an average household size of 4.59 people.
| Type | Households |
|---|---|
| Total | 517850 |
| Rural | 379437 |
| Urban | 138413 |
In Sagar 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 | 260 |
| 200-499 | 499 |
| 500-999 | 622 |
| 1000-1999 | 364 |
| 2000-4999 | 137 |
| 5000-9999 | 16 |
| 10000 and above | 3 |
Sagar District is administratively divided into 23 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) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amguri | 317.47 | 144009 | 453.61 |
| Balasinor | 304.96 | 145823 | 478.17 |
| Banda | 1020.03 | 202594 | 198.62 |
| Bina | 733.17 | 196680 | 268.26 |
| Deori | 1131.92 | 177206 | 156.55 |
| Dimow | 482.71 | 152166 | 315.23 |
| Garhakota | 449.98 | 118410 | 263.15 |
| Jaisinagar | 3287469 | 1210854977 | 382 |
| Kadana | 423.82 | 129545 | 305.66 |
| Kesli | 830.19 | 116951 | 140.87 |
| Khanpur | 332.72 | 96041 | 288.66 |
| Khurai | 857.49 | 189199 | 220.64 |
| Lunawada | 623.52 | 257228 | 412.54 |
| Malthon | 843.73 | 152631 | 180.9 |
| Nazira | 389.99 | 197618 | 506.72 |
| Rahatgarh | 628.14 | 124099 | 197.57 |
| Rehli | 758.28 | 139619 | 184.13 |
| Sagar | 2156.56 | 823015 | 381.63 |
| Sagar Nagar | 3287469 | 1210854977 | 382 |
| Santrampur | 568.81 | 265694 | 467.11 |
| Shahgarh | 842.52 | 138054 | 163.86 |
| Sibsagar | 391.13 | 198642 | 507.87 |
| Virpur | 256.34 | 100293 | 391.25 |
1. What is the total area of Sagar District?
2. What is the total population of Sagar District?
3. How is the population distributed between rural and urban areas in Sagar?
4. What is the population density of Sagar District?
5. How many households are there in Sagar District?
6. What is the average household size in Sagar District?
7. How many subdivisions (tehsils) are there in Sagar District?