Jorhat
Jorhat is a district in the Assam State of India. The total area of Jorhat district is 2,851 km², which includes 2,758.82 km² of rural area and 92.18 km² of urban area. There are about 763 villages in Jorhat district.
For administrative convenience, Jorhat 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 Jorhat district. Here is the list of all Jorhat Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Jorhat District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jorhat East | 158 | 1,95,398 |
| 2 | Jorhat West | 383 | 2,11,539 |
| 3 | Majuli | 1,093 | 1,67,304 |
| 4 | Mariani | 407 | 1,31,613 |
| 5 | Teok | 419 | 1,84,611 |
| 6 | Titabor | 390 | 2,01,791 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Majuli is the largest subdivision in jorhat district, covering an area of 1093.31 km², while Jorhat East is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 158.11 km². Jorhat West is the most populous, whereas Mariani is the least populous subdivision in jorhat district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Majuli | Jorhat West |
| Smallest Tehsil | Jorhat East | Jorhat East |
Population of Jorhat District
The population of Jorhat 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 Jorhat, 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 | 10,92,256 | 8,71,722 | 2,20,534 |
| Total Male Population | 5,56,805 | 4,42,968 | 1,13,837 |
| Total Female Population | 5,35,451 | 4,28,754 | 1,06,697 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,24,594 | 1,03,394 | 21,200 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 63,428 | 52,545 | 10,883 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 61,166 | 50,849 | 10,317 |
| Literate Population | 7,94,929 | 6,14,748 | 1,80,181 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,32,335 | 3,36,698 | 95,637 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,62,594 | 2,78,050 | 84,544 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,97,327 | 2,56,974 | 40,353 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,24,470 | 1,06,270 | 18,200 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,72,857 | 1,50,704 | 22,153 |
| Households | 2,36,262 | 1,84,642 | 51,620 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Jorhat district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Jorhat district is 10,92,256, including 5,56,805 males and 5,35,451 females. In rural areas, it is 8,71,722, including 4,42,968 males and 4,28,754 females. In urban areas, it is 2,20,534, including 1,13,837 males and 1,06,697 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Jorhat district is 1,24,594, including 63,428 boys and 61,166 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,03,394, including 52,545 boys and 50,849 girls. In urban areas, it is 21,200, including 10,883 boys and 10,317 girls.
- Literate population in Jorhat district is around 7,94,929, including 4,32,335 males and 3,62,594 females. In rural areas, it is 6,14,748, including 3,36,698 males and 2,78,050 females. In urban areas, it is 1,80,181, including 95,637 males and 84,544 females.
- Illiterate population in Jorhat district is about 2,97,327, including 1,24,470 males and 1,72,857 females. In rural areas, it is 2,56,974, including 1,06,270 males and 1,50,704 females. In urban areas, it is 40,353, including 18,200 males and 22,153 females.
- There are about 2,36,262 households in Jorhat district, including 1,84,642 in rural areas and 51,620 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Jorhat. 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 | 88,665 | 72,434 | 16,231 |
| SC Male Population | 45,194 | 36,973 | 8,221 |
| SC Female Population | 43,471 | 35,461 | 8,010 |
| Total ST Population | 1,39,971 | 1,34,361 | 5,610 |
| ST Male Population | 70,795 | 67,932 | 2,863 |
| ST Female Population | 69,176 | 66,429 | 2,747 |
| Population Density | 383 / km² | 316 / km² | 2,392 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Jorhat district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Jorhat district is approximately 88,665, including 45,194 males and 43,471 females. In rural areas, it is 72,434, including 36,973 males and 35,461 females. In urban areas, it is 16,231, including 8,221 males and 8,010 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Jorhat district is about 1,39,971, including 70,795 males and 69,176 females. In rural areas, it is 1,34,361, including 67,932 males and 66,429 females. In urban areas, it is 5,610, including 2,863 males and 2,747 females.
- Overall population density of Jorhat district is around 383 people per km². Rural areas have about 316 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,392 people per km².