Kishanganj
Kishanganj is a district in the Bihar State of India. Total area of Kishanganj is 1,884 km² including 1,814.25 km² rural area and 69.75 km² urban area. As per 2011 stats, Kishanganj has a population of 16,90,400 peoples, out of which urban population is 1,61,123 while rural population is 15,29,277. Kishanganj has a sex ratio of approximately 949 females for every 1,000 males. The district has a population density of 897 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 3,38,445 houses in the district, including 31,948 urban houses and 3,06,497 rural houses. When it comes to villages, there are about 732 villages in kishanganj district.
The Kishanganj district is further divided in to Subdivisions / Blocks / PS / Community Development Blocks (C.D.Blocks) for administrative purposes. In India, the Block or C.D.Block is often the next level of administrative division after the tehsil. It is important to note that, In some states of India C.D.Blocks are equal to tehsils.
For those who don't know, the C.D.Block is a rural area earmarked for administration and development in India. The area is administered by a BDO (Block Development Officer). A C.D.Block covers several gram panchayats, local administrative unit at the village level.
Thakurganj is the largest subdivision in kishanganj district covering area of 401.69 km² while Kishanganj is the smallest subdivision in kishanganj district covering area of 150.17 km². Kochadhamin is the most populous whereas Terhagachh is the least populous subdivision in kishanganj district. 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 |
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 |
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 |