Kokrajhar
Kokrajhar is a district in the Assam State of India. The total area of Kokrajhar district is 3,296 km², which includes 3,279.68 km² of rural area and 16.32 km² of urban area. There are about 1,053 villages in Kokrajhar district.
For administrative convenience, Kokrajhar 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 Kokrajhar district. Here is the list of all Kokrajhar Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Kokrajhar District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bagribari | 294 | 51,001 |
| 2 | Bhowraguri | 167 | 78,061 |
| 3 | Bilasipara | 22 | 8,736 |
| 4 | Chapar | 107 | 20,425 |
| 5 | Dhubri | 130 | 33,809 |
| 6 | Dotoma | 280 | 1,44,393 |
| 7 | Golokganj | 91 | 26,671 |
| 8 | Gossaigaon | 1,122 | 2,70,952 |
| 9 | Kokrajhar | 1,082 | 2,53,094 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Gossaigaon (Pt) is the largest subdivision in kokrajhar district by both area and population. Bilasipara (Pt) is the smallest subdivision in kokrajhar district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Gossaigaon (Pt) | Gossaigaon (Pt) |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bilasipara (Pt) | Bilasipara (Pt) |
Population of Kokrajhar District
The population of Kokrajhar 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 Kokrajhar, 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 | 8,87,142 | 8,32,201 | 54,941 |
| Total Male Population | 4,52,905 | 4,24,446 | 28,459 |
| Total Female Population | 4,34,237 | 4,07,755 | 26,482 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,36,924 | 1,31,397 | 5,527 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 70,085 | 67,246 | 2,839 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 66,839 | 64,151 | 2,688 |
| Literate Population | 4,89,305 | 4,45,890 | 43,415 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,75,220 | 2,51,658 | 23,562 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,14,085 | 1,94,232 | 19,853 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,97,837 | 3,86,311 | 11,526 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,77,685 | 1,72,788 | 4,897 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,20,152 | 2,13,523 | 6,629 |
| Households | 1,81,081 | 1,69,359 | 11,722 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kokrajhar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kokrajhar district is 8,87,142, including 4,52,905 males and 4,34,237 females. In rural areas, it is 8,32,201, including 4,24,446 males and 4,07,755 females. In urban areas, it is 54,941, including 28,459 males and 26,482 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kokrajhar district is 1,36,924, including 70,085 boys and 66,839 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,31,397, including 67,246 boys and 64,151 girls. In urban areas, it is 5,527, including 2,839 boys and 2,688 girls.
- Literate population in Kokrajhar district is around 4,89,305, including 2,75,220 males and 2,14,085 females. In rural areas, it is 4,45,890, including 2,51,658 males and 1,94,232 females. In urban areas, it is 43,415, including 23,562 males and 19,853 females.
- Illiterate population in Kokrajhar district is about 3,97,837, including 1,77,685 males and 2,20,152 females. In rural areas, it is 3,86,311, including 1,72,788 males and 2,13,523 females. In urban areas, it is 11,526, including 4,897 males and 6,629 females.
- There are about 1,81,081 households in Kokrajhar district, including 1,69,359 in rural areas and 11,722 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kokrajhar. 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 | 29,570 | 23,747 | 5,823 |
| SC Male Population | 15,386 | 12,381 | 3,005 |
| SC Female Population | 14,184 | 11,366 | 2,818 |
| Total ST Population | 2,78,665 | 2,66,717 | 11,948 |
| ST Male Population | 1,39,579 | 1,33,788 | 5,791 |
| ST Female Population | 1,39,086 | 1,32,929 | 6,157 |
| Population Density | 269 / km² | 254 / km² | 3,366 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kokrajhar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kokrajhar district is approximately 29,570, including 15,386 males and 14,184 females. In rural areas, it is 23,747, including 12,381 males and 11,366 females. In urban areas, it is 5,823, including 3,005 males and 2,818 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kokrajhar district is about 2,78,665, including 1,39,579 males and 1,39,086 females. In rural areas, it is 2,66,717, including 1,33,788 males and 1,32,929 females. In urban areas, it is 11,948, including 5,791 males and 6,157 females.
- Overall population density of Kokrajhar district is around 269 people per km². Rural areas have about 254 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,366 people per km².