Gopalganj
Gopalganj is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Gopalganj district is 2,033 km², which includes 1,981.08 km² of rural area and 51.92 km² of urban area. There are about 1,395 villages in Gopalganj district.
For administrative convenience, Gopalganj 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 14 subdivisions in Gopalganj district. Here is the list of all Gopalganj Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Gopalganj District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baikunthpur | 204 | 2,17,165 |
| 2 | Barauli | 189 | 2,63,876 |
| 3 | Bhorey | 150 | 1,78,199 |
| 4 | Bijaipur | 129 | 1,33,038 |
| 5 | Gopalganj | 202 | 2,19,527 |
| 6 | Hathua | 144 | 2,21,804 |
| 7 | Katiya | 145 | 1,30,830 |
| 8 | Kuchaikote | 247 | 3,32,041 |
| 9 | Manjha | 142 | 1,99,452 |
| 10 | Pach Deuri | 80 | 99,933 |
| 11 | Phulwaria | 95 | 1,30,801 |
| 12 | Sidhwalia | 112 | 1,41,563 |
| 13 | Thawe | 75 | 1,16,106 |
| 14 | Uchkagaon | 117 | 1,77,677 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kuchaikote is the largest subdivision in gopalganj district by both area and population. Thawe is the smallest subdivision in gopalganj district by area, while Pach Deuri is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kuchaikote | Kuchaikote |
| Smallest Tehsil | Thawe | Thawe |
Population of Gopalganj District
The population of Gopalganj 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 Gopalganj, 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 | 25,62,012 | 23,99,207 | 1,62,805 |
| Total Male Population | 12,67,666 | 11,84,967 | 82,699 |
| Total Female Population | 12,94,346 | 12,14,240 | 80,106 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,49,530 | 4,23,789 | 25,741 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,30,014 | 2,16,767 | 13,247 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,19,516 | 2,07,022 | 12,494 |
| Literate Population | 13,82,998 | 12,80,064 | 1,02,934 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,93,905 | 7,36,279 | 57,626 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,89,093 | 5,43,785 | 45,308 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,79,014 | 11,19,143 | 59,871 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,73,761 | 4,48,688 | 25,073 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,05,253 | 6,70,455 | 34,798 |
| Households | 4,13,044 | 3,87,421 | 25,623 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Gopalganj district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Gopalganj district is 25,62,012, including 12,67,666 males and 12,94,346 females. In rural areas, it is 23,99,207, including 11,84,967 males and 12,14,240 females. In urban areas, it is 1,62,805, including 82,699 males and 80,106 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Gopalganj district is 4,49,530, including 2,30,014 boys and 2,19,516 girls. In rural areas, it is 4,23,789, including 2,16,767 boys and 2,07,022 girls. In urban areas, it is 25,741, including 13,247 boys and 12,494 girls.
- Literate population in Gopalganj district is around 13,82,998, including 7,93,905 males and 5,89,093 females. In rural areas, it is 12,80,064, including 7,36,279 males and 5,43,785 females. In urban areas, it is 1,02,934, including 57,626 males and 45,308 females.
- Illiterate population in Gopalganj district is about 11,79,014, including 4,73,761 males and 7,05,253 females. In rural areas, it is 11,19,143, including 4,48,688 males and 6,70,455 females. In urban areas, it is 59,871, including 25,073 males and 34,798 females.
- There are about 4,13,044 households in Gopalganj district, including 3,87,421 in rural areas and 25,623 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Gopalganj. 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 | 3,20,064 | 3,04,316 | 15,748 |
| SC Male Population | 1,59,265 | 1,51,273 | 7,992 |
| SC Female Population | 1,60,799 | 1,53,043 | 7,756 |
| Total ST Population | 60,807 | 59,447 | 1,360 |
| ST Male Population | 29,833 | 29,146 | 687 |
| ST Female Population | 30,974 | 30,301 | 673 |
| Population Density | 1,260 / km² | 1,211 / km² | 3,136 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Gopalganj district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Gopalganj district is approximately 3,20,064, including 1,59,265 males and 1,60,799 females. In rural areas, it is 3,04,316, including 1,51,273 males and 1,53,043 females. In urban areas, it is 15,748, including 7,992 males and 7,756 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Gopalganj district is about 60,807, including 29,833 males and 30,974 females. In rural areas, it is 59,447, including 29,146 males and 30,301 females. In urban areas, it is 1,360, including 687 males and 673 females.
- Overall population density of Gopalganj district is around 1,260 people per km². Rural areas have about 1,211 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,136 people per km².