Baksa
Baksa is a district in the Assam State of India. The total area of Baksa district is 2,457 km², which includes 2,451.14 km² of rural area and 5.86 km² of urban area. There are about 679 villages in Baksa district.
For administrative convenience, Baksa district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 13 subdivisions in Baksa district. Here is the list of all Baksa Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Baksa District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baganpara | 195 | 69,741 |
| 2 | Bajali | 1 | 2,994 |
| 3 | Barama | 97 | 49,715 |
| 4 | Barnagar | 368 | 1,39,149 |
| 5 | Baska | 299 | 1,24,585 |
| 6 | Ghograpar | 7 | 3,652 |
| 7 | Goreswar | 228 | 1,53,747 |
| 8 | Jalah | 294 | 81,979 |
| 9 | Pathorighat | 3 | 2,234 |
| 10 | Rangia | 2 | 14,357 |
| 11 | Sarupeta | 270 | 55,011 |
| 12 | Tamulpur | 656 | 2,35,403 |
| 13 | Tihu | 36 | 17,508 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Tamulpur is the largest subdivision in baksa district by both area and population. Bajali (Pt) is the smallest subdivision in baksa district by area, while Pathorighat (Pt) is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Tamulpur | Tamulpur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bajali (Pt) | Bajali (Pt) |
Population of Baksa District
The population of Baksa offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Baksa, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,50,075 | 9,37,833 | 12,242 |
| Total Male Population | 4,81,330 | 4,75,027 | 6,303 |
| Total Female Population | 4,68,745 | 4,62,806 | 5,939 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,22,872 | 1,21,332 | 1,540 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 62,498 | 61,708 | 790 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 60,374 | 59,624 | 750 |
| Literate Population | 5,72,837 | 5,64,860 | 7,977 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,22,614 | 3,18,180 | 4,434 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,50,223 | 2,46,680 | 3,543 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,77,238 | 3,72,973 | 4,265 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,58,716 | 1,56,847 | 1,869 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,18,522 | 2,16,126 | 2,396 |
| Households | 1,91,701 | 1,89,249 | 2,452 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Baksa district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Baksa district is 9,50,075, including 4,81,330 males and 4,68,745 females. In rural areas, it is 9,37,833, including 4,75,027 males and 4,62,806 females. In urban areas, it is 12,242, including 6,303 males and 5,939 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Baksa district is 1,22,872, including 62,498 boys and 60,374 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,21,332, including 61,708 boys and 59,624 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,540, including 790 boys and 750 girls.
- Literate population in Baksa district is around 5,72,837, including 3,22,614 males and 2,50,223 females. In rural areas, it is 5,64,860, including 3,18,180 males and 2,46,680 females. In urban areas, it is 7,977, including 4,434 males and 3,543 females.
- Illiterate population in Baksa district is about 3,77,238, including 1,58,716 males and 2,18,522 females. In rural areas, it is 3,72,973, including 1,56,847 males and 2,16,126 females. In urban areas, it is 4,265, including 1,869 males and 2,396 females.
- There are about 1,91,701 households in Baksa district, including 1,89,249 in rural areas and 2,452 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Baksa. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 73,083 | 71,382 | 1,701 |
| SC Male Population | 37,534 | 36,641 | 893 |
| SC Female Population | 35,549 | 34,741 | 808 |
| Total ST Population | 3,31,007 | 3,29,894 | 1,113 |
| ST Male Population | 1,65,634 | 1,65,084 | 550 |
| ST Female Population | 1,65,373 | 1,64,810 | 563 |
| Population Density | 387 / km² | 383 / km² | 2,089 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Baksa district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Baksa district is approximately 73,083, including 37,534 males and 35,549 females. In rural areas, it is 71,382, including 36,641 males and 34,741 females. In urban areas, it is 1,701, including 893 males and 808 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Baksa district is about 3,31,007, including 1,65,634 males and 1,65,373 females. In rural areas, it is 3,29,894, including 1,65,084 males and 1,64,810 females. In urban areas, it is 1,113, including 550 males and 563 females.
- Overall population density of Baksa district is around 387 people per km². Rural areas have about 383 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,089 people per km².