Lakhisarai
Lakhisarai is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Lakhisarai district is 1,228 km², which includes 1,176.67 km² of rural area and 51.33 km² of urban area. There are about 362 villages in Lakhisarai district.
For administrative convenience, Lakhisarai 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 Lakhisarai district. Here is the list of all Lakhisarai Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Lakhisarai District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barahiya | 221 | 1,28,977 |
| 2 | Chanan | 151 | 1,07,144 |
| 3 | Halsi | 142 | 1,15,997 |
| 4 | Lakhisarai | 141 | 2,21,195 |
| 5 | Pipariya | 69 | 51,496 |
| 6 | Ramgarh Chowk | 123 | 85,105 |
| 7 | Surajgarha | 381 | 2,90,998 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Lakhisarai District
Surajgarha is the largest subdivision in lakhisarai district by both area and population. Pipariya is the smallest subdivision in lakhisarai district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Surajgarha | Surajgarha |
| Smallest Tehsil | Pipariya | Pipariya |
Population of Lakhisarai District
The population of Lakhisarai 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 Lakhisarai, 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 | 10,00,912 | 8,57,901 | 1,43,011 |
| Total Male Population | 5,26,345 | 4,50,863 | 75,482 |
| Total Female Population | 4,74,567 | 4,07,038 | 67,529 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,88,214 | 1,63,867 | 24,347 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 98,050 | 85,124 | 12,926 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 90,164 | 78,743 | 11,421 |
| Literate Population | 5,07,270 | 4,22,622 | 84,648 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,05,182 | 2,56,145 | 49,037 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,02,088 | 1,66,477 | 35,611 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,93,642 | 4,35,279 | 58,363 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,21,163 | 1,94,718 | 26,445 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,72,479 | 2,40,561 | 31,918 |
| Households | 1,63,355 | 1,39,248 | 24,107 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Lakhisarai district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Lakhisarai district is 10,00,912, including 5,26,345 males and 4,74,567 females. In rural areas, it is 8,57,901, including 4,50,863 males and 4,07,038 females. In urban areas, it is 1,43,011, including 75,482 males and 67,529 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Lakhisarai district is 1,88,214, including 98,050 boys and 90,164 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,63,867, including 85,124 boys and 78,743 girls. In urban areas, it is 24,347, including 12,926 boys and 11,421 girls.
- Literate population in Lakhisarai district is around 5,07,270, including 3,05,182 males and 2,02,088 females. In rural areas, it is 4,22,622, including 2,56,145 males and 1,66,477 females. In urban areas, it is 84,648, including 49,037 males and 35,611 females.
- Illiterate population in Lakhisarai district is about 4,93,642, including 2,21,163 males and 2,72,479 females. In rural areas, it is 4,35,279, including 1,94,718 males and 2,40,561 females. In urban areas, it is 58,363, including 26,445 males and 31,918 females.
- There are about 1,63,355 households in Lakhisarai district, including 1,39,248 in rural areas and 24,107 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Lakhisarai. 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 | 1,53,209 | 1,38,294 | 14,915 |
| SC Male Population | 80,069 | 72,261 | 7,808 |
| SC Female Population | 73,140 | 66,033 | 7,107 |
| Total ST Population | 8,333 | 8,125 | 208 |
| ST Male Population | 4,247 | 4,132 | 115 |
| ST Female Population | 4,086 | 3,993 | 93 |
| Population Density | 815 / km² | 729 / km² | 2,786 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Lakhisarai district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Lakhisarai district is approximately 1,53,209, including 80,069 males and 73,140 females. In rural areas, it is 1,38,294, including 72,261 males and 66,033 females. In urban areas, it is 14,915, including 7,808 males and 7,107 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Lakhisarai district is about 8,333, including 4,247 males and 4,086 females. In rural areas, it is 8,125, including 4,132 males and 3,993 females. In urban areas, it is 208, including 115 males and 93 females.
- Overall population density of Lakhisarai district is around 815 people per km². Rural areas have about 729 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,786 people per km².