Morigaon
Morigaon is a district in the Assam State of India. The total area of Morigaon district is 1,551 km², which includes 1,525.50 km² of rural area and 25.50 km² of urban area. There are about 598 villages in Morigaon district.
For administrative convenience, Morigaon 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 Morigaon district. Here is the list of all Morigaon Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Morigaon District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhuragaon | 237 | 1,23,469 |
| 2 | Laharighat | 229 | 2,53,582 |
| 3 | Marigaon | 395 | 2,00,441 |
| 4 | Mayong | 503 | 2,42,718 |
| 5 | Mikirbheta | 187 | 1,37,213 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Mayong is the largest subdivision in morigaon district, covering an area of 503.23 km², while Mikirbheta is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 186.68 km². Laharighat is the most populous, whereas Bhuragaon is the least populous subdivision in morigaon district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Mayong | Laharighat |
| Smallest Tehsil | Mikirbheta | Mikirbheta |
Population of Morigaon District
The population of Morigaon 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 Morigaon, 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 | 9,57,423 | 8,84,125 | 73,298 |
| Total Male Population | 4,86,651 | 4,49,123 | 37,528 |
| Total Female Population | 4,70,772 | 4,35,002 | 35,770 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,63,819 | 1,55,116 | 8,703 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 83,746 | 79,253 | 4,493 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 80,073 | 75,863 | 4,210 |
| Literate Population | 5,39,902 | 4,85,530 | 54,372 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,89,698 | 2,60,603 | 29,095 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,50,204 | 2,24,927 | 25,277 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,17,521 | 3,98,595 | 18,926 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,96,953 | 1,88,520 | 8,433 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,20,568 | 2,10,075 | 10,493 |
| Households | 1,84,602 | 1,68,445 | 16,157 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Morigaon district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Morigaon district is 9,57,423, including 4,86,651 males and 4,70,772 females. In rural areas, it is 8,84,125, including 4,49,123 males and 4,35,002 females. In urban areas, it is 73,298, including 37,528 males and 35,770 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Morigaon district is 1,63,819, including 83,746 boys and 80,073 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,55,116, including 79,253 boys and 75,863 girls. In urban areas, it is 8,703, including 4,493 boys and 4,210 girls.
- Literate population in Morigaon district is around 5,39,902, including 2,89,698 males and 2,50,204 females. In rural areas, it is 4,85,530, including 2,60,603 males and 2,24,927 females. In urban areas, it is 54,372, including 29,095 males and 25,277 females.
- Illiterate population in Morigaon district is about 4,17,521, including 1,96,953 males and 2,20,568 females. In rural areas, it is 3,98,595, including 1,88,520 males and 2,10,075 females. In urban areas, it is 18,926, including 8,433 males and 10,493 females.
- There are about 1,84,602 households in Morigaon district, including 1,68,445 in rural areas and 16,157 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Morigaon. 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 | 1,17,841 | 1,09,307 | 8,534 |
| SC Male Population | 60,194 | 55,874 | 4,320 |
| SC Female Population | 57,647 | 53,433 | 4,214 |
| Total ST Population | 1,36,777 | 1,30,548 | 6,229 |
| ST Male Population | 68,382 | 65,266 | 3,116 |
| ST Female Population | 68,395 | 65,282 | 3,113 |
| Population Density | 617 / km² | 580 / km² | 2,874 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Morigaon district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Morigaon district is approximately 1,17,841, including 60,194 males and 57,647 females. In rural areas, it is 1,09,307, including 55,874 males and 53,433 females. In urban areas, it is 8,534, including 4,320 males and 4,214 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Morigaon district is about 1,36,777, including 68,382 males and 68,395 females. In rural areas, it is 1,30,548, including 65,266 males and 65,282 females. In urban areas, it is 6,229, including 3,116 males and 3,113 females.
- Overall population density of Morigaon district is around 617 people per km². Rural areas have about 580 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,874 people per km².