Chhattisgarh, a state in Central India, originally had 16 districts. However, over time, more districts were created from these existing ones. Now, with the development and modernization, there are a total of 33 districts in Chhattisgarh.
The District was formed on different dates as they were covered out from existing districts. The formation days vary on the basis of the specified District. The total area of all 33 districts combined is 135192. The population definitely varies from District to District, but the total population of all districts together constitutes the overall state.
In 2022, the newest District name, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai, was added to the state of Chhattisgarh. This edition expanded the administrative division of the state to accommodate the growing needs and population.
Districts in Chhattisgarh
Here, we are providing the list of Districts in Chhattisgarh; the list covers the date of formation, Area, and Population. Check out the list of Districts here.
| S.No | District Name | Date of Formation | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Balod | 1 January 2012 | 821,966 |
| 2 | Balodabazar-Bhatapara | 1 January 2012 | 821,966 |
| 3 | Balrampur-Ramanujganj | 1 January 2012 | 821,966 |
| 4 | Bastar | 01 November 2000 | 1,949,482 |
| 5 | Bemetara | 1 January 2012 | 821,966 |
| 6 | Bijapur | 11 May 2007 | 821,369 |
| 7 | Bilaspur | 01 November 2000 | 1,960,722 |
| 8 | Dantewada | 11 May 2007 | 816,533 |
| 9 | Dhamtari | 01 November 2000 | 1,003,032 |
| 10 | Durg | 01 November 2000 | 1,704,072 |
| 11 | Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi | 10 February 2020 | N/A |
| 12 | Gariaband | 1 January 2012 | 598,506 |
| 13 | Janjgir-Champa | 1 January 1998 | 1,604,375 |
| 14 | Jashpur | 1 January 1998 | 1,771,305 |
| 15 | Kabirdham | 1 January 2012 | 584,598 |
| 16 | Kanker | 01 November 2000 | 1,028,181 |
| 17 | Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai | 3 September 2022 | 4,43,968 |
| 18 | Kondagaon | 14 September 2012 | 583,851 |
| 19 | Korba | 1 January 1998 | 1,222,615 |
| 20 | Koriya | 1 January 1998 | 704,217 |
| 21 | Mahasamund | 1 January 1998 | 1,002,742 |
| 22 | Manendragarh | 3 September 2022 | 376000 |
| 23 | Manpur-Mohla | 3 September 2022 | 283947 |
| 24 | Mungeli | 1 January 2012 | 603,430 |
| 25 | Narayanpur | 11 May 2007 | 1,437,017 |
| 26 | Raigarh | 01 November 2000 | 1,493,532 |
| 27 | Raipur | 01 November 2000 | 3,073,332 |
| 28 | Rajnandgaon | 01 November 2000 | 884742 |
| 29 | Sarangarh-Bilaigarh | 3 September 2022 | 607434 |
| 30 | Sakti | 3 September 2022 | 653036 |
| 31 | Sukma | 11 May 2007 | 250159 |
| 32 | Surajpur | 1 January 1998 | 789043 |
| 33 | Surguja | 1 January 1998 | 840352 |
Chhattisgarh: In Geographical Diversity
The districts of Chhattisgarh have a diverse landscape. Surguja is the largest District, with a dense forest and an enchanting Amarkantak plateau—the source of three holy rivers. In contrast, Raipur and Bilaspur lie on the fertile—Chhattisgarh plains, known for their agricultural abundance. Places in Chhattisgarh, like Durg and Korba, have a lot of valuable minerals.
Durg has the Bhilai Steel Plant, which is said to be one of the biggest in Asia. Korba is another district in Chhattisgarh that produces tons of coal and electricity.
So, the geographical diversity of these regions goes beyond landscape; It is about how natural resources in these regions drive the economy and shape the daily lives of local people.
Chhattisgarh District Map
Check the given map to find all districts in Chhattisgarh. Doing this will not only help you decide where to live but will also allow you to understand the differences between each region of the state. You can better understand the administrative divisions of the state and their distribution areas by examining the visual listing of the current districts of Chhattisgarh.
This will help you know the geography of Chhattisgarh by showing you the different types of landscapes and landscapes in the state.
You can also visually identify areas on the map to evaluate the extent of some areas relative to others and highlight the unique features and importance of all districts in Chhattisgarh.
Administrative Divisions: Chhattisgarh
There are 5 administrative divisions ofDistricts in Chhattisgarh. Here is the information about the divisions and districts in Chhattisgarh.
- Bilaspur Division
It consists of Bilaspur, Pendra-Marwahi District, Janjgir Champa, Korba, Sakti, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh.
- Raipur Division
The Raipur Division consists of Baloda Bazar, Dhamtari, Gariaband, and Mahasamund District.
- Surguja Division
This division consists of Balrampur, Ramanujganj, Koriya, Surajpur, Surguja, Manendragarh, and Jashpur District.
- Bastar Division
The District consists of Bijapur, Dantewada, Kanker, Bastar, Bijapur, Kondagaon, Narayanpur, and Sukma.
- Durg Division
It consists of Balod, Bemetra, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chowki, Durg, Kabirdham, Rajnandgaon districts of Chhattisgarh.
Exploring these diverse regions offers a profound glimpse into the vibrancy and intricacy that characterize the essence of Chhattisgarh.