Barpeta
Barpeta is a district in the Assam State of India. The total area of Barpeta district is 2,282 km², which includes 2,245.62 km² of rural area and 36.38 km² of urban area. There are about 825 villages in Barpeta district.
For administrative convenience, Barpeta 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 9 subdivisions in Barpeta district. Here is the list of all Barpeta Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Barpeta District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baghbor | 481 | 3,06,065 |
| 2 | Bajali | 158 | 1,02,425 |
| 3 | Barnagar | 222 | 2,34,235 |
| 4 | Barpeta | 324 | 3,65,608 |
| 5 | Chenga | 309 | 1,42,845 |
| 6 | Jalah | 24 | 21,538 |
| 7 | Kalgachia | 267 | 1,95,983 |
| 8 | Sarthebari | 263 | 1,95,070 |
| 9 | Sarupeta | 236 | 1,29,853 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Baghbor is the largest subdivision in barpeta district by area, while Barpeta is the largest by population. Jalah (Pt) is the smallest subdivision in barpeta district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Baghbor | Barpeta |
| Smallest Tehsil | Jalah (Pt) | Jalah (Pt) |
Population of Barpeta District
The population of Barpeta 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 Barpeta, 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 | 16,93,622 | 15,46,269 | 1,47,353 |
| Total Male Population | 8,67,004 | 7,91,789 | 75,215 |
| Total Female Population | 8,26,618 | 7,54,480 | 72,138 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,87,829 | 2,73,296 | 14,533 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,46,777 | 1,39,380 | 7,397 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,41,052 | 1,33,916 | 7,136 |
| Literate Population | 8,97,058 | 7,82,462 | 1,14,596 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,99,038 | 4,37,702 | 61,336 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,98,020 | 3,44,760 | 53,260 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,96,564 | 7,63,807 | 32,757 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,67,966 | 3,54,087 | 13,879 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,28,598 | 4,09,720 | 18,878 |
| Households | 3,37,929 | 3,06,434 | 31,495 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Barpeta district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Barpeta district is 16,93,622, including 8,67,004 males and 8,26,618 females. In rural areas, it is 15,46,269, including 7,91,789 males and 7,54,480 females. In urban areas, it is 1,47,353, including 75,215 males and 72,138 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Barpeta district is 2,87,829, including 1,46,777 boys and 1,41,052 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,73,296, including 1,39,380 boys and 1,33,916 girls. In urban areas, it is 14,533, including 7,397 boys and 7,136 girls.
- Literate population in Barpeta district is around 8,97,058, including 4,99,038 males and 3,98,020 females. In rural areas, it is 7,82,462, including 4,37,702 males and 3,44,760 females. In urban areas, it is 1,14,596, including 61,336 males and 53,260 females.
- Illiterate population in Barpeta district is about 7,96,564, including 3,67,966 males and 4,28,598 females. In rural areas, it is 7,63,807, including 3,54,087 males and 4,09,720 females. In urban areas, it is 32,757, including 13,879 males and 18,878 females.
- There are about 3,37,929 households in Barpeta district, including 3,06,434 in rural areas and 31,495 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Barpeta. 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 | 95,320 | 73,946 | 21,374 |
| SC Male Population | 49,165 | 38,163 | 11,002 |
| SC Female Population | 46,155 | 35,783 | 10,372 |
| Total ST Population | 27,344 | 25,829 | 1,515 |
| ST Male Population | 13,530 | 12,810 | 720 |
| ST Female Population | 13,814 | 13,019 | 795 |
| Population Density | 742 / km² | 689 / km² | 4,050 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Barpeta district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Barpeta district is approximately 95,320, including 49,165 males and 46,155 females. In rural areas, it is 73,946, including 38,163 males and 35,783 females. In urban areas, it is 21,374, including 11,002 males and 10,372 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Barpeta district is about 27,344, including 13,530 males and 13,814 females. In rural areas, it is 25,829, including 12,810 males and 13,019 females. In urban areas, it is 1,515, including 720 males and 795 females.
- Overall population density of Barpeta district is around 742 people per km². Rural areas have about 689 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,050 people per km².