Kaimur
Kaimur is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Kaimur district is 3,332 km², which includes 3,319.55 km² of rural area and 12.45 km² of urban area. There are about 1,337 villages in Kaimur district.
For administrative convenience, Kaimur 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 11 subdivisions in Kaimur district. Here is the list of all Kaimur Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Kaimur District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adhaura | 917 | 57,100 |
| 2 | Bhabua | 326 | 3,01,440 |
| 3 | Bhagwanpur | 232 | 91,113 |
| 4 | Chainpur | 455 | 1,87,692 |
| 5 | Chand | 204 | 1,33,682 |
| 6 | Durgawati | 172 | 1,36,962 |
| 7 | Kudra | 210 | 1,65,145 |
| 8 | Mohania | 278 | 2,25,181 |
| 9 | Nuaon | 182 | 1,06,530 |
| 10 | Ramgarh | 169 | 1,32,663 |
| 11 | Rampur | 186 | 88,876 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Adhaura is the largest subdivision in kaimur district, covering an area of 916.91 km², while Ramgarh is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 169.31 km². Bhabua is the most populous, whereas Adhaura is the least populous subdivision in kaimur district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Adhaura | Bhabua |
| Smallest Tehsil | Ramgarh | Ramgarh |
Population of Kaimur District
The population of Kaimur 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 Kaimur, 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 | 16,26,384 | 15,60,813 | 65,571 |
| Total Male Population | 8,47,006 | 8,12,298 | 34,708 |
| Total Female Population | 7,79,378 | 7,48,515 | 30,863 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,99,281 | 2,89,652 | 9,629 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,54,105 | 1,49,070 | 5,035 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,45,176 | 1,40,582 | 4,594 |
| Literate Population | 9,20,276 | 8,74,045 | 46,231 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,49,923 | 5,23,725 | 26,198 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,70,353 | 3,50,320 | 20,033 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,06,108 | 6,86,768 | 19,340 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,97,083 | 2,88,573 | 8,510 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,09,025 | 3,98,195 | 10,830 |
| Households | 2,50,884 | 2,40,695 | 10,189 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kaimur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kaimur district is 16,26,384, including 8,47,006 males and 7,79,378 females. In rural areas, it is 15,60,813, including 8,12,298 males and 7,48,515 females. In urban areas, it is 65,571, including 34,708 males and 30,863 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kaimur district is 2,99,281, including 1,54,105 boys and 1,45,176 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,89,652, including 1,49,070 boys and 1,40,582 girls. In urban areas, it is 9,629, including 5,035 boys and 4,594 girls.
- Literate population in Kaimur district is around 9,20,276, including 5,49,923 males and 3,70,353 females. In rural areas, it is 8,74,045, including 5,23,725 males and 3,50,320 females. In urban areas, it is 46,231, including 26,198 males and 20,033 females.
- Illiterate population in Kaimur district is about 7,06,108, including 2,97,083 males and 4,09,025 females. In rural areas, it is 6,86,768, including 2,88,573 males and 3,98,195 females. In urban areas, it is 19,340, including 8,510 males and 10,830 females.
- There are about 2,50,884 households in Kaimur district, including 2,40,695 in rural areas and 10,189 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kaimur. 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 | 3,69,088 | 3,61,112 | 7,976 |
| SC Male Population | 1,92,686 | 1,88,443 | 4,243 |
| SC Female Population | 1,76,402 | 1,72,669 | 3,733 |
| Total ST Population | 57,981 | 56,361 | 1,620 |
| ST Male Population | 29,717 | 28,874 | 843 |
| ST Female Population | 28,264 | 27,487 | 777 |
| Population Density | 488 / km² | 470 / km² | 5,267 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kaimur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kaimur district is approximately 3,69,088, including 1,92,686 males and 1,76,402 females. In rural areas, it is 3,61,112, including 1,88,443 males and 1,72,669 females. In urban areas, it is 7,976, including 4,243 males and 3,733 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kaimur district is about 57,981, including 29,717 males and 28,264 females. In rural areas, it is 56,361, including 28,874 males and 27,487 females. In urban areas, it is 1,620, including 843 males and 777 females.
- Overall population density of Kaimur district is around 488 people per km². Rural areas have about 470 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,267 people per km².