Karimganj
Karimganj is a district in the Assam State of India. The total area of Karimganj district is 1,809 km², which includes 1,789.73 km² of rural area and 19.27 km² of urban area. There are about 915 villages in Karimganj district.
For administrative convenience, Karimganj 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 Karimganj district. Here is the list of all Karimganj Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Karimganj District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Badarpur | 143 | 1,64,703 |
| 2 | Karimganj | 175 | 2,78,300 |
| 3 | Nilambazar | 311 | 2,42,451 |
| 4 | Patharkandi | 537 | 2,61,368 |
| 5 | Ramkrishna Nagar | 643 | 2,81,864 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Ramkrishna Nagar is the largest subdivision in karimganj district by both area and population. Badarpur is the smallest subdivision in karimganj district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Ramkrishna Nagar | Ramkrishna Nagar |
| Smallest Tehsil | Badarpur | Badarpur |
Population of Karimganj District
The population of Karimganj 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 Karimganj, 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 | 12,28,686 | 11,18,986 | 1,09,700 |
| Total Male Population | 6,25,864 | 5,70,510 | 55,354 |
| Total Female Population | 6,02,822 | 5,48,476 | 54,346 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,11,960 | 2,00,334 | 11,626 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,07,638 | 1,01,712 | 5,926 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,04,322 | 98,622 | 5,700 |
| Literate Population | 7,95,297 | 7,04,260 | 91,037 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,35,942 | 3,88,846 | 47,096 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,59,355 | 3,15,414 | 43,941 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,33,389 | 4,14,726 | 18,663 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,89,922 | 1,81,664 | 8,258 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,43,467 | 2,33,062 | 10,405 |
| Households | 2,47,714 | 2,24,563 | 23,151 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Karimganj district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Karimganj district is 12,28,686, including 6,25,864 males and 6,02,822 females. In rural areas, it is 11,18,986, including 5,70,510 males and 5,48,476 females. In urban areas, it is 1,09,700, including 55,354 males and 54,346 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Karimganj district is 2,11,960, including 1,07,638 boys and 1,04,322 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,00,334, including 1,01,712 boys and 98,622 girls. In urban areas, it is 11,626, including 5,926 boys and 5,700 girls.
- Literate population in Karimganj district is around 7,95,297, including 4,35,942 males and 3,59,355 females. In rural areas, it is 7,04,260, including 3,88,846 males and 3,15,414 females. In urban areas, it is 91,037, including 47,096 males and 43,941 females.
- Illiterate population in Karimganj district is about 4,33,389, including 1,89,922 males and 2,43,467 females. In rural areas, it is 4,14,726, including 1,81,664 males and 2,33,062 females. In urban areas, it is 18,663, including 8,258 males and 10,405 females.
- There are about 2,47,714 households in Karimganj district, including 2,24,563 in rural areas and 23,151 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Karimganj. 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 | 1,57,890 | 1,44,169 | 13,721 |
| SC Male Population | 81,384 | 74,557 | 6,827 |
| SC Female Population | 76,506 | 69,612 | 6,894 |
| Total ST Population | 1,940 | 1,660 | 280 |
| ST Male Population | 994 | 854 | 140 |
| ST Female Population | 946 | 806 | 140 |
| Population Density | 679 / km² | 625 / km² | 5,693 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Karimganj district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Karimganj district is approximately 1,57,890, including 81,384 males and 76,506 females. In rural areas, it is 1,44,169, including 74,557 males and 69,612 females. In urban areas, it is 13,721, including 6,827 males and 6,894 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Karimganj district is about 1,940, including 994 males and 946 females. In rural areas, it is 1,660, including 854 males and 806 females. In urban areas, it is 280, including 140 males and 140 females.
- Overall population density of Karimganj district is around 679 people per km². Rural areas have about 625 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,693 people per km².