Bhagalpur
Bhagalpur is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Bhagalpur district is 2,569 km², which includes 2,499.90 km² of rural area and 69.10 km² of urban area. There are about 966 villages in Bhagalpur district.
For administrative convenience, Bhagalpur 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 16 subdivisions in Bhagalpur district. Here is the list of all Bhagalpur Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Bhagalpur District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bihpur | 149 | 1,23,386 |
| 2 | Colgong | 297 | 3,65,285 |
| 3 | Gopalpur | 143 | 94,952 |
| 4 | Goradih | 112 | 1,46,210 |
| 5 | Ismailpur | 84 | 43,440 |
| 6 | Jagdishpur | 100 | 5,72,253 |
| 7 | Kharik | 126 | 1,32,898 |
| 8 | Narayanpur | 157 | 1,06,701 |
| 9 | Nathnagar | 147 | 1,51,291 |
| 10 | Naugachhia | 113 | 1,54,428 |
| 11 | Pirpainti | 335 | 2,85,357 |
| 12 | Rangra Chowk | 106 | 90,284 |
| 13 | Sabour | 138 | 1,42,805 |
| 14 | Shahkund | 166 | 1,88,078 |
| 15 | Sonhaula | 168 | 1,92,397 |
| 16 | Sultanganj | 228 | 2,48,001 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Pirpainti is the largest subdivision in bhagalpur district by area, while Jagdishpur is the largest by population. Ismailpur is the smallest subdivision in bhagalpur district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Pirpainti | Jagdishpur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Ismailpur | Ismailpur |
Population of Bhagalpur District
The population of Bhagalpur 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 Bhagalpur, 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 | 30,37,766 | 24,35,234 | 6,02,532 |
| Total Male Population | 16,15,663 | 12,95,386 | 3,20,277 |
| Total Female Population | 14,22,103 | 11,39,848 | 2,82,255 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,46,382 | 4,57,010 | 89,372 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,81,937 | 2,35,266 | 46,671 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,64,445 | 2,21,744 | 42,701 |
| Literate Population | 15,73,066 | 11,83,706 | 3,89,360 |
| Literate Male Population | 9,37,669 | 7,16,790 | 2,20,879 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,35,397 | 4,66,916 | 1,68,481 |
| Illiterate Population | 14,64,700 | 12,51,528 | 2,13,172 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 6,77,994 | 5,78,596 | 99,398 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,86,706 | 6,72,932 | 1,13,774 |
| Households | 5,64,711 | 4,58,408 | 1,06,303 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bhagalpur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bhagalpur district is 30,37,766, including 16,15,663 males and 14,22,103 females. In rural areas, it is 24,35,234, including 12,95,386 males and 11,39,848 females. In urban areas, it is 6,02,532, including 3,20,277 males and 2,82,255 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bhagalpur district is 5,46,382, including 2,81,937 boys and 2,64,445 girls. In rural areas, it is 4,57,010, including 2,35,266 boys and 2,21,744 girls. In urban areas, it is 89,372, including 46,671 boys and 42,701 girls.
- Literate population in Bhagalpur district is around 15,73,066, including 9,37,669 males and 6,35,397 females. In rural areas, it is 11,83,706, including 7,16,790 males and 4,66,916 females. In urban areas, it is 3,89,360, including 2,20,879 males and 1,68,481 females.
- Illiterate population in Bhagalpur district is about 14,64,700, including 6,77,994 males and 7,86,706 females. In rural areas, it is 12,51,528, including 5,78,596 males and 6,72,932 females. In urban areas, it is 2,13,172, including 99,398 males and 1,13,774 females.
- There are about 5,64,711 households in Bhagalpur district, including 4,58,408 in rural areas and 1,06,303 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bhagalpur. 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 | 3,18,569 | 2,69,088 | 49,481 |
| SC Male Population | 1,69,667 | 1,43,340 | 26,327 |
| SC Female Population | 1,48,902 | 1,25,748 | 23,154 |
| Total ST Population | 67,180 | 65,636 | 1,544 |
| ST Male Population | 35,545 | 34,788 | 757 |
| ST Female Population | 31,635 | 30,848 | 787 |
| Population Density | 1,182 / km² | 974 / km² | 8,720 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bhagalpur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bhagalpur district is approximately 3,18,569, including 1,69,667 males and 1,48,902 females. In rural areas, it is 2,69,088, including 1,43,340 males and 1,25,748 females. In urban areas, it is 49,481, including 26,327 males and 23,154 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bhagalpur district is about 67,180, including 35,545 males and 31,635 females. In rural areas, it is 65,636, including 34,788 males and 30,848 females. In urban areas, it is 1,544, including 757 males and 787 females.
- Overall population density of Bhagalpur district is around 1,182 people per km². Rural areas have about 974 people per km². Urban areas have about 8,720 people per km².