Kishanganj
Kishanganj is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Kishanganj district is 1,884 km², which includes 1,814.25 km² of rural area and 69.75 km² of urban area. There are about 732 villages in Kishanganj district.
For administrative convenience, Kishanganj 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 7 subdivisions in Kishanganj district. Here is the list of all Kishanganj Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Kishanganj District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bahadurganj | 297 | 2,53,582 |
| 2 | Dighalbank | 271 | 2,08,356 |
| 3 | Kishanganj | 150 | 2,41,134 |
| 4 | Kochadhamin | 207 | 2,92,124 |
| 5 | Pothia | 353 | 2,62,494 |
| 6 | Terhagachh | 204 | 1,41,039 |
| 7 | Thakurganj | 402 | 2,91,671 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Thakurganj is the largest subdivision in kishanganj district, covering an area of 401.69 km², while Kishanganj is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 150.17 km². Kochadhamin is the most populous, whereas Terhagachh is the least populous subdivision in kishanganj district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Thakurganj | Kochadhamin |
| Smallest Tehsil | Kishanganj | Kishanganj |
Population of Kishanganj District
The population of Kishanganj 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 Kishanganj, 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 | 16,90,400 | 15,29,277 | 1,61,123 |
| Total Male Population | 8,66,970 | 7,83,318 | 83,652 |
| Total Female Population | 8,23,430 | 7,45,959 | 77,471 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,46,904 | 3,20,066 | 26,838 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,75,962 | 1,62,319 | 13,643 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,70,942 | 1,57,747 | 13,195 |
| Literate Population | 7,45,056 | 6,49,466 | 95,590 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,39,921 | 3,86,310 | 53,611 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,05,135 | 2,63,156 | 41,979 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,45,344 | 8,79,811 | 65,533 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,27,049 | 3,97,008 | 30,041 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,18,295 | 4,82,803 | 35,492 |
| Households | 3,38,445 | 3,06,497 | 31,948 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kishanganj district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kishanganj district is 16,90,400, including 8,66,970 males and 8,23,430 females. In rural areas, it is 15,29,277, including 7,83,318 males and 7,45,959 females. In urban areas, it is 1,61,123, including 83,652 males and 77,471 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kishanganj district is 3,46,904, including 1,75,962 boys and 1,70,942 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,20,066, including 1,62,319 boys and 1,57,747 girls. In urban areas, it is 26,838, including 13,643 boys and 13,195 girls.
- Literate population in Kishanganj district is around 7,45,056, including 4,39,921 males and 3,05,135 females. In rural areas, it is 6,49,466, including 3,86,310 males and 2,63,156 females. In urban areas, it is 95,590, including 53,611 males and 41,979 females.
- Illiterate population in Kishanganj district is about 9,45,344, including 4,27,049 males and 5,18,295 females. In rural areas, it is 8,79,811, including 3,97,008 males and 4,82,803 females. In urban areas, it is 65,533, including 30,041 males and 35,492 females.
- There are about 3,38,445 households in Kishanganj district, including 3,06,497 in rural areas and 31,948 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kishanganj. 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 | 1,13,118 | 95,770 | 17,348 |
| SC Male Population | 57,964 | 49,079 | 8,885 |
| SC Female Population | 55,154 | 46,691 | 8,463 |
| Total ST Population | 64,224 | 60,968 | 3,256 |
| ST Male Population | 32,506 | 30,877 | 1,629 |
| ST Female Population | 31,718 | 30,091 | 1,627 |
| Population Density | 897 / km² | 843 / km² | 2,310 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kishanganj district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kishanganj district is approximately 1,13,118, including 57,964 males and 55,154 females. In rural areas, it is 95,770, including 49,079 males and 46,691 females. In urban areas, it is 17,348, including 8,885 males and 8,463 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kishanganj district is about 64,224, including 32,506 males and 31,718 females. In rural areas, it is 60,968, including 30,877 males and 30,091 females. In urban areas, it is 3,256, including 1,629 males and 1,627 females.
- Overall population density of Kishanganj district is around 897 people per km². Rural areas have about 843 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,310 people per km².