Goalpara
Goalpara is a district in the Assam State of India. The total area of Goalpara district is 1,824 km², which includes 1,759.55 km² of rural area and 64.45 km² of urban area. There are about 779 villages in Goalpara district.
For administrative convenience, Goalpara 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 Goalpara district. Here is the list of all Goalpara Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Goalpara District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Balijana | 498 | 2,80,438 |
| 2 | Dudhnai | 181 | 80,847 |
| 3 | Lakhipur | 447 | 2,79,581 |
| 4 | Matia | 441 | 2,58,223 |
| 5 | Rangjuli | 256 | 1,09,094 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Balijana is the largest subdivision in goalpara district by both area and population. Dudhnai is the smallest subdivision in goalpara district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Balijana | Balijana |
| Smallest Tehsil | Dudhnai | Dudhnai |
Population of Goalpara District
The population of Goalpara 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 Goalpara, 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 | 10,08,183 | 8,70,121 | 1,38,062 |
| Total Male Population | 5,13,292 | 4,43,244 | 70,048 |
| Total Female Population | 4,94,891 | 4,26,877 | 68,014 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,71,657 | 1,52,141 | 19,516 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 87,457 | 77,502 | 9,955 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 84,200 | 74,639 | 9,561 |
| Literate Population | 5,63,577 | 4,73,388 | 90,189 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,04,302 | 2,56,085 | 48,217 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,59,275 | 2,17,303 | 41,972 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,44,606 | 3,96,733 | 47,873 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,08,990 | 1,87,159 | 21,831 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,35,616 | 2,09,574 | 26,042 |
| Households | 1,98,454 | 1,70,003 | 28,451 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Goalpara district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Goalpara district is 10,08,183, including 5,13,292 males and 4,94,891 females. In rural areas, it is 8,70,121, including 4,43,244 males and 4,26,877 females. In urban areas, it is 1,38,062, including 70,048 males and 68,014 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Goalpara district is 1,71,657, including 87,457 boys and 84,200 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,52,141, including 77,502 boys and 74,639 girls. In urban areas, it is 19,516, including 9,955 boys and 9,561 girls.
- Literate population in Goalpara district is around 5,63,577, including 3,04,302 males and 2,59,275 females. In rural areas, it is 4,73,388, including 2,56,085 males and 2,17,303 females. In urban areas, it is 90,189, including 48,217 males and 41,972 females.
- Illiterate population in Goalpara district is about 4,44,606, including 2,08,990 males and 2,35,616 females. In rural areas, it is 3,96,733, including 1,87,159 males and 2,09,574 females. In urban areas, it is 47,873, including 21,831 males and 26,042 females.
- There are about 1,98,454 households in Goalpara district, including 1,70,003 in rural areas and 28,451 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Goalpara. 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 | 45,094 | 32,886 | 12,208 |
| SC Male Population | 22,999 | 16,833 | 6,166 |
| SC Female Population | 22,095 | 16,053 | 6,042 |
| Total ST Population | 2,31,570 | 2,19,871 | 11,699 |
| ST Male Population | 1,16,013 | 1,10,337 | 5,676 |
| ST Female Population | 1,15,557 | 1,09,534 | 6,023 |
| Population Density | 553 / km² | 495 / km² | 2,142 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Goalpara district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Goalpara district is approximately 45,094, including 22,999 males and 22,095 females. In rural areas, it is 32,886, including 16,833 males and 16,053 females. In urban areas, it is 12,208, including 6,166 males and 6,042 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Goalpara district is about 2,31,570, including 1,16,013 males and 1,15,557 females. In rural areas, it is 2,19,871, including 1,10,337 males and 1,09,534 females. In urban areas, it is 11,699, including 5,676 males and 6,023 females.
- Overall population density of Goalpara district is around 553 people per km². Rural areas have about 495 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,142 people per km².