Darbhanga
Darbhanga is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Darbhanga district is 2,279 km², which includes 2,211.47 km² of rural area and 67.53 km² of urban area. There are about 1,069 villages in Darbhanga district.
For administrative convenience, Darbhanga 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 18 subdivisions in Darbhanga district. Here is the list of all Darbhanga Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Darbhanga District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alinagar | 83 | 1,43,797 |
| 2 | Bahadurpur | 155 | 2,61,805 |
| 3 | Baheri | 194 | 3,02,645 |
| 4 | Benipur | 153 | 2,50,357 |
| 5 | Biraul | 181 | 2,86,113 |
| 6 | Darbhanga | 196 | 5,77,036 |
| 7 | Ghanshyampur | 91 | 1,33,210 |
| 8 | Gora Bauram | 104 | 1,52,112 |
| 9 | Hanumannagar | 119 | 1,54,631 |
| 10 | Hayaghat | 73 | 1,48,081 |
| 11 | Jale | 174 | 2,64,248 |
| 12 | Keotiranway | 134 | 2,70,722 |
| 13 | Kiratpur | 53 | 81,423 |
| 14 | Kusheshwar Asthan | 104 | 1,62,870 |
| 15 | Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi | 103 | 1,28,817 |
| 16 | Manigachhi | 122 | 2,28,618 |
| 17 | Singhwara | 158 | 2,67,601 |
| 18 | Tardih | 78 | 1,23,299 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Darbhanga District
Darbhanga is the largest subdivision in darbhanga district by both area and population. Kiratpur is the smallest subdivision in darbhanga district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Darbhanga | Darbhanga |
| Smallest Tehsil | Kiratpur | Kiratpur |
Population of Darbhanga District
The population of Darbhanga 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 Darbhanga, 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 | 39,37,385 | 35,54,057 | 3,83,328 |
| Total Male Population | 20,59,949 | 18,58,545 | 2,01,404 |
| Total Female Population | 18,77,436 | 16,95,512 | 1,81,924 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,25,482 | 6,68,296 | 57,186 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,75,682 | 3,45,871 | 29,811 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,49,800 | 3,22,425 | 27,375 |
| Literate Population | 18,16,634 | 15,69,893 | 2,46,741 |
| Literate Male Population | 11,25,566 | 9,84,342 | 1,41,224 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,91,068 | 5,85,551 | 1,05,517 |
| Illiterate Population | 21,20,751 | 19,84,164 | 1,36,587 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 9,34,383 | 8,74,203 | 60,180 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 11,86,368 | 11,09,961 | 76,407 |
| Households | 8,03,012 | 7,29,100 | 73,912 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Darbhanga district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Darbhanga district is 39,37,385, including 20,59,949 males and 18,77,436 females. In rural areas, it is 35,54,057, including 18,58,545 males and 16,95,512 females. In urban areas, it is 3,83,328, including 2,01,404 males and 1,81,924 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Darbhanga district is 7,25,482, including 3,75,682 boys and 3,49,800 girls. In rural areas, it is 6,68,296, including 3,45,871 boys and 3,22,425 girls. In urban areas, it is 57,186, including 29,811 boys and 27,375 girls.
- Literate population in Darbhanga district is around 18,16,634, including 11,25,566 males and 6,91,068 females. In rural areas, it is 15,69,893, including 9,84,342 males and 5,85,551 females. In urban areas, it is 2,46,741, including 1,41,224 males and 1,05,517 females.
- Illiterate population in Darbhanga district is about 21,20,751, including 9,34,383 males and 11,86,368 females. In rural areas, it is 19,84,164, including 8,74,203 males and 11,09,961 females. In urban areas, it is 1,36,587, including 60,180 males and 76,407 females.
- There are about 8,03,012 households in Darbhanga district, including 7,29,100 in rural areas and 73,912 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Darbhanga. 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 | 6,15,688 | 5,70,735 | 44,953 |
| SC Male Population | 3,22,327 | 2,98,657 | 23,670 |
| SC Female Population | 2,93,361 | 2,72,078 | 21,283 |
| Total ST Population | 2,772 | 2,205 | 567 |
| ST Male Population | 1,361 | 1,088 | 273 |
| ST Female Population | 1,411 | 1,117 | 294 |
| Population Density | 1,728 / km² | 1,607 / km² | 5,676 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Darbhanga district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Darbhanga district is approximately 6,15,688, including 3,22,327 males and 2,93,361 females. In rural areas, it is 5,70,735, including 2,98,657 males and 2,72,078 females. In urban areas, it is 44,953, including 23,670 males and 21,283 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Darbhanga district is about 2,772, including 1,361 males and 1,411 females. In rural areas, it is 2,205, including 1,088 males and 1,117 females. In urban areas, it is 567, including 273 males and 294 females.
- Overall population density of Darbhanga district is around 1,728 people per km². Rural areas have about 1,607 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,676 people per km².