Katihar
Katihar is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Katihar district is 3,057 km², which includes 2,988.64 km² of rural area and 68.36 km² of urban area. There are about 1,306 villages in Katihar district.
For administrative convenience, Katihar 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 Katihar district. Here is the list of all Katihar Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Katihar District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amdabad | 178 | 1,67,398 |
| 2 | Azamnagar | 294 | 3,15,610 |
| 3 | Balrampur | 225 | 1,58,976 |
| 4 | Barari | 282 | 2,85,381 |
| 5 | Barsoi | 233 | 3,44,133 |
| 6 | Dandkhora | 76 | 68,055 |
| 7 | Falka | 210 | 1,55,663 |
| 8 | Hasanganj | 70 | 55,906 |
| 9 | Kadwa | 346 | 3,46,902 |
| 10 | Katihar | 115 | 3,21,817 |
| 11 | Korha | 324 | 2,82,813 |
| 12 | Kursela | 156 | 63,928 |
| 13 | Manihari | 260 | 1,91,407 |
| 14 | Mansahi | 57 | 84,257 |
| 15 | Pranpur | 123 | 1,44,297 |
| 16 | Sameli | 109 | 84,486 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kadwa is the largest subdivision in katihar district by both area and population. Mansahi is the smallest subdivision in katihar district by area, while Hasanganj is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kadwa | Kadwa |
| Smallest Tehsil | Mansahi | Mansahi |
Population of Katihar District
The population of Katihar 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 Katihar, 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 | 30,71,029 | 27,97,207 | 2,73,822 |
| Total Male Population | 16,00,430 | 14,55,744 | 1,44,686 |
| Total Female Population | 14,70,599 | 13,41,463 | 1,29,136 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,20,332 | 5,80,024 | 40,308 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,16,391 | 2,95,603 | 20,788 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,03,941 | 2,84,421 | 19,520 |
| Literate Population | 12,80,190 | 10,99,757 | 1,80,433 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,62,256 | 6,60,084 | 1,02,172 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,17,934 | 4,39,673 | 78,261 |
| Illiterate Population | 17,90,839 | 16,97,450 | 93,389 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 8,38,174 | 7,95,660 | 42,514 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 9,52,665 | 9,01,790 | 50,875 |
| Households | 6,19,076 | 5,65,512 | 53,564 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Katihar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Katihar district is 30,71,029, including 16,00,430 males and 14,70,599 females. In rural areas, it is 27,97,207, including 14,55,744 males and 13,41,463 females. In urban areas, it is 2,73,822, including 1,44,686 males and 1,29,136 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Katihar district is 6,20,332, including 3,16,391 boys and 3,03,941 girls. In rural areas, it is 5,80,024, including 2,95,603 boys and 2,84,421 girls. In urban areas, it is 40,308, including 20,788 boys and 19,520 girls.
- Literate population in Katihar district is around 12,80,190, including 7,62,256 males and 5,17,934 females. In rural areas, it is 10,99,757, including 6,60,084 males and 4,39,673 females. In urban areas, it is 1,80,433, including 1,02,172 males and 78,261 females.
- Illiterate population in Katihar district is about 17,90,839, including 8,38,174 males and 9,52,665 females. In rural areas, it is 16,97,450, including 7,95,660 males and 9,01,790 females. In urban areas, it is 93,389, including 42,514 males and 50,875 females.
- There are about 6,19,076 households in Katihar district, including 5,65,512 in rural areas and 53,564 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Katihar. 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 | 2,63,100 | 2,31,323 | 31,777 |
| SC Male Population | 1,36,429 | 1,19,738 | 16,691 |
| SC Female Population | 1,26,671 | 1,11,585 | 15,086 |
| Total ST Population | 1,79,971 | 1,74,106 | 5,865 |
| ST Male Population | 92,190 | 89,095 | 3,095 |
| ST Female Population | 87,781 | 85,011 | 2,770 |
| Population Density | 1,005 / km² | 936 / km² | 4,006 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Katihar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Katihar district is approximately 2,63,100, including 1,36,429 males and 1,26,671 females. In rural areas, it is 2,31,323, including 1,19,738 males and 1,11,585 females. In urban areas, it is 31,777, including 16,691 males and 15,086 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Katihar district is about 1,79,971, including 92,190 males and 87,781 females. In rural areas, it is 1,74,106, including 89,095 males and 85,011 females. In urban areas, it is 5,865, including 3,095 males and 2,770 females.
- Overall population density of Katihar district is around 1,005 people per km². Rural areas have about 936 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,006 people per km².