Nalbari
Nalbari is a district in the Assam State of India. The total area of Nalbari district is 1,052 km², which includes 996.56 km² of rural area and 55.44 km² of urban area. There are about 455 villages in Nalbari district.
For administrative convenience, Nalbari 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 Nalbari district. Here is the list of all Nalbari Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Nalbari District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baganpara | 11 | 7,588 |
| 2 | Banekuchi | 54 | 40,559 |
| 3 | Barama | 19 | 13,642 |
| 4 | Barbhag | 98 | 67,544 |
| 5 | Barkhetri | 373 | 2,02,196 |
| 6 | Ghograpar | 131 | 90,376 |
| 7 | Nalbari | 129 | 1,54,826 |
| 8 | Pachim Nalbari | 142 | 1,27,252 |
| 9 | Tihu | 95 | 67,656 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Barkhetri is the largest subdivision in nalbari district by both area and population. Baganpara (Pt) is the smallest subdivision in nalbari district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Barkhetri | Barkhetri |
| Smallest Tehsil | Baganpara (Pt) | Baganpara (Pt) |
Population of Nalbari District
The population of Nalbari 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 Nalbari, 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 | 7,71,639 | 6,88,909 | 82,730 |
| Total Male Population | 3,96,006 | 3,53,677 | 42,329 |
| Total Female Population | 3,75,633 | 3,35,232 | 40,401 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 95,333 | 87,759 | 7,574 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 48,458 | 44,589 | 3,869 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 46,875 | 43,170 | 3,705 |
| Literate Population | 5,31,771 | 4,64,211 | 67,560 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,93,184 | 2,57,140 | 36,044 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,38,587 | 2,07,071 | 31,516 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,39,868 | 2,24,698 | 15,170 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,02,822 | 96,537 | 6,285 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,37,046 | 1,28,161 | 8,885 |
| Households | 1,55,248 | 1,37,601 | 17,647 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Nalbari district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Nalbari district is 7,71,639, including 3,96,006 males and 3,75,633 females. In rural areas, it is 6,88,909, including 3,53,677 males and 3,35,232 females. In urban areas, it is 82,730, including 42,329 males and 40,401 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Nalbari district is 95,333, including 48,458 boys and 46,875 girls. In rural areas, it is 87,759, including 44,589 boys and 43,170 girls. In urban areas, it is 7,574, including 3,869 boys and 3,705 girls.
- Literate population in Nalbari district is around 5,31,771, including 2,93,184 males and 2,38,587 females. In rural areas, it is 4,64,211, including 2,57,140 males and 2,07,071 females. In urban areas, it is 67,560, including 36,044 males and 31,516 females.
- Illiterate population in Nalbari district is about 2,39,868, including 1,02,822 males and 1,37,046 females. In rural areas, it is 2,24,698, including 96,537 males and 1,28,161 females. In urban areas, it is 15,170, including 6,285 males and 8,885 females.
- There are about 1,55,248 households in Nalbari district, including 1,37,601 in rural areas and 17,647 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Nalbari. 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 | 60,216 | 54,232 | 5,984 |
| SC Male Population | 30,654 | 27,675 | 2,979 |
| SC Female Population | 29,562 | 26,557 | 3,005 |
| Total ST Population | 23,364 | 23,003 | 361 |
| ST Male Population | 11,692 | 11,511 | 181 |
| ST Female Population | 11,672 | 11,492 | 180 |
| Population Density | 734 / km² | 691 / km² | 1,492 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Nalbari district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Nalbari district is approximately 60,216, including 30,654 males and 29,562 females. In rural areas, it is 54,232, including 27,675 males and 26,557 females. In urban areas, it is 5,984, including 2,979 males and 3,005 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Nalbari district is about 23,364, including 11,692 males and 11,672 females. In rural areas, it is 23,003, including 11,511 males and 11,492 females. In urban areas, it is 361, including 181 males and 180 females.
- Overall population density of Nalbari district is around 734 people per km². Rural areas have about 691 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,492 people per km².