Darrang
Darrang is a district in the Assam State of India. The total area of Darrang district is 1,585 km², which includes 1,572.61 km² of rural area and 12.39 km² of urban area. There are about 552 villages in Darrang district.
For administrative convenience, Darrang 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 6 subdivisions in Darrang district. Here is the list of all Darrang Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Darrang District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dalgaon | 624 | 4,73,585 |
| 2 | Kalaigaon | 60 | 25,246 |
| 3 | Khoirabari | 20 | 8,398 |
| 4 | Mangaldoi | 393 | 2,02,435 |
| 5 | Pathorighat | 180 | 95,338 |
| 6 | Sipajhar | 308 | 1,23,498 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Dalgaon (Pt) is the largest subdivision in darrang district by both area and population. Khoirabari (Pt) is the smallest subdivision in darrang district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Dalgaon (Pt) | Dalgaon (Pt) |
| Smallest Tehsil | Khoirabari (Pt) | Khoirabari (Pt) |
Population of Darrang District
The population of Darrang 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 Darrang, 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 | 9,28,500 | 8,73,006 | 55,494 |
| Total Male Population | 4,75,273 | 4,46,460 | 28,813 |
| Total Female Population | 4,53,227 | 4,26,546 | 26,681 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,56,408 | 1,50,916 | 5,492 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 79,437 | 76,595 | 2,842 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 76,971 | 74,321 | 2,650 |
| Literate Population | 4,87,039 | 4,44,075 | 42,964 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,68,666 | 2,45,311 | 23,355 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,18,373 | 1,98,764 | 19,609 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,41,461 | 4,28,931 | 12,530 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,06,607 | 2,01,149 | 5,458 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,34,854 | 2,27,782 | 7,072 |
| Households | 1,87,783 | 1,75,351 | 12,432 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Darrang district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Darrang district is 9,28,500, including 4,75,273 males and 4,53,227 females. In rural areas, it is 8,73,006, including 4,46,460 males and 4,26,546 females. In urban areas, it is 55,494, including 28,813 males and 26,681 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Darrang district is 1,56,408, including 79,437 boys and 76,971 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,50,916, including 76,595 boys and 74,321 girls. In urban areas, it is 5,492, including 2,842 boys and 2,650 girls.
- Literate population in Darrang district is around 4,87,039, including 2,68,666 males and 2,18,373 females. In rural areas, it is 4,44,075, including 2,45,311 males and 1,98,764 females. In urban areas, it is 42,964, including 23,355 males and 19,609 females.
- Illiterate population in Darrang district is about 4,41,461, including 2,06,607 males and 2,34,854 females. In rural areas, it is 4,28,931, including 2,01,149 males and 2,27,782 females. In urban areas, it is 12,530, including 5,458 males and 7,072 females.
- There are about 1,87,783 households in Darrang district, including 1,75,351 in rural areas and 12,432 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Darrang. 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 | 40,260 | 28,746 | 11,514 |
| SC Male Population | 20,566 | 14,636 | 5,930 |
| SC Female Population | 19,694 | 14,110 | 5,584 |
| Total ST Population | 8,419 | 8,025 | 394 |
| ST Male Population | 4,300 | 4,090 | 210 |
| ST Female Population | 4,119 | 3,935 | 184 |
| Population Density | 586 / km² | 555 / km² | 4,479 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Darrang district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Darrang district is approximately 40,260, including 20,566 males and 19,694 females. In rural areas, it is 28,746, including 14,636 males and 14,110 females. In urban areas, it is 11,514, including 5,930 males and 5,584 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Darrang district is about 8,419, including 4,300 males and 4,119 females. In rural areas, it is 8,025, including 4,090 males and 3,935 females. In urban areas, it is 394, including 210 males and 184 females.
- Overall population density of Darrang district is around 586 people per km². Rural areas have about 555 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,479 people per km².