Hailakandi
Hailakandi is a district in the Assam State of India. The total area of Hailakandi district is 1,327 km², which includes 1,316.47 km² of rural area and 10.53 km² of urban area. There are about 330 villages in Hailakandi district.
For administrative convenience, Hailakandi 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 4 subdivisions in Hailakandi district. Here is the list of all Hailakandi Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Hailakandi District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Algapur | 147 | 1,21,379 |
| 2 | Hailakandi | 171 | 1,66,897 |
| 3 | Katlichara | 674 | 1,68,077 |
| 4 | Lala | 336 | 2,02,943 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Katlichara is the largest subdivision in hailakandi district by area, while Lala is the largest by population. Algapur is the smallest subdivision in hailakandi district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Katlichara | Lala |
| Smallest Tehsil | Algapur | Algapur |
Population of Hailakandi District
The population of Hailakandi 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 Hailakandi, 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 | 6,59,296 | 6,11,156 | 48,140 |
| Total Male Population | 3,37,890 | 3,13,747 | 24,143 |
| Total Female Population | 3,21,406 | 2,97,409 | 23,997 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,11,278 | 1,06,617 | 4,661 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 56,936 | 54,561 | 2,375 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 54,342 | 52,056 | 2,286 |
| Literate Population | 4,07,366 | 3,66,962 | 40,404 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,26,836 | 2,06,089 | 20,747 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,80,530 | 1,60,873 | 19,657 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,51,930 | 2,44,194 | 7,736 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,11,054 | 1,07,658 | 3,396 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,40,876 | 1,36,536 | 4,340 |
| Households | 1,43,350 | 1,33,091 | 10,259 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Hailakandi district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Hailakandi district is 6,59,296, including 3,37,890 males and 3,21,406 females. In rural areas, it is 6,11,156, including 3,13,747 males and 2,97,409 females. In urban areas, it is 48,140, including 24,143 males and 23,997 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Hailakandi district is 1,11,278, including 56,936 boys and 54,342 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,06,617, including 54,561 boys and 52,056 girls. In urban areas, it is 4,661, including 2,375 boys and 2,286 girls.
- Literate population in Hailakandi district is around 4,07,366, including 2,26,836 males and 1,80,530 females. In rural areas, it is 3,66,962, including 2,06,089 males and 1,60,873 females. In urban areas, it is 40,404, including 20,747 males and 19,657 females.
- Illiterate population in Hailakandi district is about 2,51,930, including 1,11,054 males and 1,40,876 females. In rural areas, it is 2,44,194, including 1,07,658 males and 1,36,536 females. In urban areas, it is 7,736, including 3,396 males and 4,340 females.
- There are about 1,43,350 households in Hailakandi district, including 1,33,091 in rural areas and 10,259 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Hailakandi. 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 | 70,659 | 65,736 | 4,923 |
| SC Male Population | 36,369 | 33,919 | 2,450 |
| SC Female Population | 34,290 | 31,817 | 2,473 |
| Total ST Population | 691 | 529 | 162 |
| ST Male Population | 354 | 271 | 83 |
| ST Female Population | 337 | 258 | 79 |
| Population Density | 497 / km² | 464 / km² | 4,572 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Hailakandi district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Hailakandi district is approximately 70,659, including 36,369 males and 34,290 females. In rural areas, it is 65,736, including 33,919 males and 31,817 females. In urban areas, it is 4,923, including 2,450 males and 2,473 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Hailakandi district is about 691, including 354 males and 337 females. In rural areas, it is 529, including 271 males and 258 females. In urban areas, it is 162, including 83 males and 79 females.
- Overall population density of Hailakandi district is around 497 people per km². Rural areas have about 464 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,572 people per km².