Satna is a major city in the Satna district of Madhya Pradesh, located in central India. It lies about 205 km northeast of Jabalpur and nearly 180 km south of Prayagraj. According to the Census of India 2011, Satna had a population of 280,248 (2.80 lakh), making it one of the important urban centers in the Baghelkhand region.
In recent years, Satna has witnessed steady population growth due to urban expansion, improved connectivity, and industrial activity. By 2026, the city’s population is estimated to be close to 4 lakh.
Projected Population of Satna (2026): ~4.0 lakh
Satna City Census 2011 Data
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 280,248 (2.80 lakh) |
| City Area | 71 sq. km |
| Population Density | 3,900 per sq. km |
| Literacy Rate | 86.33% |
| Sex Ratio | 895 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 873 |
Source: Census 2011
⭐ Key Takeaways
Satna recorded a population of 2.80 lakh in Census 2011.
The city has a high literacy rate (86.33%), above the national average.
Population density is 3,900 persons per sq. km, indicating moderate urban pressure.
The sex ratio (895) is lower than the national average, showing scope for social improvement.
Steady urbanization is contributing to continuous population growth.
Satna District Population
Satna district is a district of Madhya Pradesh state in central India and located in Northeastern part of Madhya Pradesh. The city of Satna is the district headquarters. The district has an area of 7,502 sq. km, and as per the Census 2011, its population is 22,28,935 (22.29 lakh)
👉 Estimated population of Satna District in 2026 ~ 27 Lakh
| Satna District | Census 2011 |
| Total Population | 2,228,935 (22.29 Lakh) |
| Male Population | 1,157,495 |
| Female Population | 1,071,440 |
| District Area | 7,502 |
| Density of Population | 297 per sq. km |
| Average Literacy (%) | 72.26% |
| Sex Ratio | 926 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 910 |
Source: Census 2011
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