Dhubri
Dhubri is a district in the Assam State of India. The total area of Dhubri district is 2,176 km², which includes 2,144.06 km² of rural area and 31.94 km² of urban area. There are about 1,052 villages in Dhubri district.
For administrative convenience, Dhubri 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 Dhubri district. Here is the list of all Dhubri Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Dhubri District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agamoni | 214 | 1,72,146 |
| 2 | Bagribari | 207 | 1,52,733 |
| 3 | Bilasipara | 267 | 2,57,905 |
| 4 | Chapar | 190 | 1,39,122 |
| 5 | Dhubri | 347 | 4,25,809 |
| 6 | Golokganj | 210 | 1,92,587 |
| 7 | Gossaigaon | 75 | 53,842 |
| 8 | Mankachar | 242 | 3,05,606 |
| 9 | South Salmara | 424 | 2,49,508 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
South Salmara is the largest subdivision in dhubri district by area, while Dhubri (Pt) is the largest by population. Gossaigaon (Pt) is the smallest subdivision in dhubri district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | South Salmara | Dhubri (Pt) |
| Smallest Tehsil | Gossaigaon (Pt) | Gossaigaon (Pt) |
Population of Dhubri District
The population of Dhubri 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 Dhubri, 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 | 19,49,258 | 17,45,557 | 2,03,701 |
| Total Male Population | 9,97,848 | 8,93,914 | 1,03,934 |
| Total Female Population | 9,51,410 | 8,51,643 | 99,767 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,68,262 | 3,45,279 | 22,983 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,87,092 | 1,75,213 | 11,879 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,81,170 | 1,70,066 | 11,104 |
| Literate Population | 9,22,341 | 7,73,646 | 1,48,695 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,11,551 | 4,31,395 | 80,156 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,10,790 | 3,42,251 | 68,539 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,26,917 | 9,71,911 | 55,006 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,86,297 | 4,62,519 | 23,778 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,40,620 | 5,09,392 | 31,228 |
| Households | 4,14,674 | 3,71,075 | 43,599 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Dhubri district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Dhubri district is 19,49,258, including 9,97,848 males and 9,51,410 females. In rural areas, it is 17,45,557, including 8,93,914 males and 8,51,643 females. In urban areas, it is 2,03,701, including 1,03,934 males and 99,767 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Dhubri district is 3,68,262, including 1,87,092 boys and 1,81,170 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,45,279, including 1,75,213 boys and 1,70,066 girls. In urban areas, it is 22,983, including 11,879 boys and 11,104 girls.
- Literate population in Dhubri district is around 9,22,341, including 5,11,551 males and 4,10,790 females. In rural areas, it is 7,73,646, including 4,31,395 males and 3,42,251 females. In urban areas, it is 1,48,695, including 80,156 males and 68,539 females.
- Illiterate population in Dhubri district is about 10,26,917, including 4,86,297 males and 5,40,620 females. In rural areas, it is 9,71,911, including 4,62,519 males and 5,09,392 females. In urban areas, it is 55,006, including 23,778 males and 31,228 females.
- There are about 4,14,674 households in Dhubri district, including 3,71,075 in rural areas and 43,599 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Dhubri. 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 | 70,395 | 39,929 | 30,466 |
| SC Male Population | 36,359 | 20,692 | 15,667 |
| SC Female Population | 34,036 | 19,237 | 14,799 |
| Total ST Population | 6,332 | 5,631 | 701 |
| ST Male Population | 3,198 | 2,831 | 367 |
| ST Female Population | 3,134 | 2,800 | 334 |
| Population Density | 896 / km² | 814 / km² | 6,378 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Dhubri district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Dhubri district is approximately 70,395, including 36,359 males and 34,036 females. In rural areas, it is 39,929, including 20,692 males and 19,237 females. In urban areas, it is 30,466, including 15,667 males and 14,799 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Dhubri district is about 6,332, including 3,198 males and 3,134 females. In rural areas, it is 5,631, including 2,831 males and 2,800 females. In urban areas, it is 701, including 367 males and 334 females.
- Overall population density of Dhubri district is around 896 people per km². Rural areas have about 814 people per km². Urban areas have about 6,378 people per km².