Bongaigaon
Bongaigaon is a district in the Assam State of India. The total area of Bongaigaon district is 1,093 km², which includes 1,061.31 km² of rural area and 31.69 km² of urban area. There are about 535 villages in Bongaigaon district.
For administrative convenience, Bongaigaon 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 5 subdivisions in Bongaigaon district. Here is the list of all Bongaigaon Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Bongaigaon District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bijni | 171 | 1,30,242 |
| 2 | Boitamari | 301 | 1,27,396 |
| 3 | Bongaigaon | 205 | 1,56,095 |
| 4 | Sidli | 63 | 58,371 |
| 5 | Srijangram | 353 | 2,66,700 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Srijangram is the largest subdivision in bongaigaon district by both area and population. Sidli (Pt) is the smallest subdivision in bongaigaon district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Srijangram | Srijangram |
| Smallest Tehsil | Sidli (Pt) | Sidli (Pt) |
Population of Bongaigaon District
The population of Bongaigaon 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 Bongaigaon, 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 | 7,38,804 | 6,28,994 | 1,09,810 |
| Total Male Population | 3,75,818 | 3,19,786 | 56,032 |
| Total Female Population | 3,62,986 | 3,09,208 | 53,778 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,16,392 | 1,05,251 | 11,141 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 59,099 | 53,336 | 5,763 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 57,293 | 51,915 | 5,378 |
| Literate Population | 4,34,078 | 3,47,869 | 86,209 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,37,114 | 1,91,158 | 45,956 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,96,964 | 1,56,711 | 40,253 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,04,726 | 2,81,125 | 23,601 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,38,704 | 1,28,628 | 10,076 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,66,022 | 1,52,497 | 13,525 |
| Households | 1,50,018 | 1,25,095 | 24,923 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bongaigaon district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bongaigaon district is 7,38,804, including 3,75,818 males and 3,62,986 females. In rural areas, it is 6,28,994, including 3,19,786 males and 3,09,208 females. In urban areas, it is 1,09,810, including 56,032 males and 53,778 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bongaigaon district is 1,16,392, including 59,099 boys and 57,293 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,05,251, including 53,336 boys and 51,915 girls. In urban areas, it is 11,141, including 5,763 boys and 5,378 girls.
- Literate population in Bongaigaon district is around 4,34,078, including 2,37,114 males and 1,96,964 females. In rural areas, it is 3,47,869, including 1,91,158 males and 1,56,711 females. In urban areas, it is 86,209, including 45,956 males and 40,253 females.
- Illiterate population in Bongaigaon district is about 3,04,726, including 1,38,704 males and 1,66,022 females. In rural areas, it is 2,81,125, including 1,28,628 males and 1,52,497 females. In urban areas, it is 23,601, including 10,076 males and 13,525 females.
- There are about 1,50,018 households in Bongaigaon district, including 1,25,095 in rural areas and 24,923 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bongaigaon. 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 | 82,784 | 67,460 | 15,324 |
| SC Male Population | 42,513 | 34,760 | 7,753 |
| SC Female Population | 40,271 | 32,700 | 7,571 |
| Total ST Population | 18,835 | 15,267 | 3,568 |
| ST Male Population | 9,377 | 7,574 | 1,803 |
| ST Female Population | 9,458 | 7,693 | 1,765 |
| Population Density | 676 / km² | 593 / km² | 3,465 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bongaigaon district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bongaigaon district is approximately 82,784, including 42,513 males and 40,271 females. In rural areas, it is 67,460, including 34,760 males and 32,700 females. In urban areas, it is 15,324, including 7,753 males and 7,571 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bongaigaon district is about 18,835, including 9,377 males and 9,458 females. In rural areas, it is 15,267, including 7,574 males and 7,693 females. In urban areas, it is 3,568, including 1,803 males and 1,765 females.
- Overall population density of Bongaigaon district is around 676 people per km². Rural areas have about 593 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,465 people per km².