Madhepura
Madhepura is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Madhepura district is 1,788 km², which includes 1,746.83 km² of rural area and 41.17 km² of urban area. There are about 380 villages in Madhepura district.
For administrative convenience, Madhepura 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 13 subdivisions in Madhepura district. Here is the list of all Madhepura Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Madhepura District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alamnagar | 186 | 1,75,401 |
| 2 | Bihariganj | 123 | 1,35,534 |
| 3 | Chausa | 101 | 1,52,693 |
| 4 | Gamharia | 54 | 82,522 |
| 5 | Ghailarh | 40 | 91,818 |
| 6 | Gwalpara | 182 | 1,26,020 |
| 7 | Kishanganj | 97 | 1,89,159 |
| 8 | Kumarkhand | 303 | 2,43,629 |
| 9 | Madhepura | 147 | 2,45,847 |
| 10 | Murliganj | 167 | 2,14,322 |
| 11 | Puraini | 96 | 1,04,436 |
| 12 | Shankarpur | 158 | 1,06,222 |
| 13 | Singheshwar | 135 | 1,34,159 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kumarkhand is the largest subdivision in madhepura district, covering an area of 302.60 km², while Ghailarh is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 40.19 km². Madhepura is the most populous, whereas Gamharia is the least populous subdivision in madhepura district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kumarkhand | Madhepura |
| Smallest Tehsil | Ghailarh | Ghailarh |
Population of Madhepura District
The population of Madhepura 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 Madhepura, 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 | 20,01,762 | 19,13,301 | 88,461 |
| Total Male Population | 10,47,559 | 10,00,760 | 46,799 |
| Total Female Population | 9,54,203 | 9,12,541 | 41,662 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,04,576 | 3,90,262 | 14,314 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,09,571 | 2,02,199 | 7,372 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,95,005 | 1,88,063 | 6,942 |
| Literate Population | 8,34,577 | 7,80,081 | 54,496 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,17,666 | 4,86,207 | 31,459 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,16,911 | 2,93,874 | 23,037 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,67,185 | 11,33,220 | 33,965 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,29,893 | 5,14,553 | 15,340 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 6,37,292 | 6,18,667 | 18,625 |
| Households | 4,01,289 | 3,83,856 | 17,433 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Madhepura district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Madhepura district is 20,01,762, including 10,47,559 males and 9,54,203 females. In rural areas, it is 19,13,301, including 10,00,760 males and 9,12,541 females. In urban areas, it is 88,461, including 46,799 males and 41,662 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Madhepura district is 4,04,576, including 2,09,571 boys and 1,95,005 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,90,262, including 2,02,199 boys and 1,88,063 girls. In urban areas, it is 14,314, including 7,372 boys and 6,942 girls.
- Literate population in Madhepura district is around 8,34,577, including 5,17,666 males and 3,16,911 females. In rural areas, it is 7,80,081, including 4,86,207 males and 2,93,874 females. In urban areas, it is 54,496, including 31,459 males and 23,037 females.
- Illiterate population in Madhepura district is about 11,67,185, including 5,29,893 males and 6,37,292 females. In rural areas, it is 11,33,220, including 5,14,553 males and 6,18,667 females. In urban areas, it is 33,965, including 15,340 males and 18,625 females.
- There are about 4,01,289 households in Madhepura district, including 3,83,856 in rural areas and 17,433 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Madhepura. 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 | 3,46,275 | 3,36,576 | 9,699 |
| SC Male Population | 1,79,337 | 1,74,330 | 5,007 |
| SC Female Population | 1,66,938 | 1,62,246 | 4,692 |
| Total ST Population | 12,532 | 12,207 | 325 |
| ST Male Population | 6,442 | 6,269 | 173 |
| ST Female Population | 6,090 | 5,938 | 152 |
| Population Density | 1,120 / km² | 1,095 / km² | 2,149 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Madhepura district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Madhepura district is approximately 3,46,275, including 1,79,337 males and 1,66,938 females. In rural areas, it is 3,36,576, including 1,74,330 males and 1,62,246 females. In urban areas, it is 9,699, including 5,007 males and 4,692 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Madhepura district is about 12,532, including 6,442 males and 6,090 females. In rural areas, it is 12,207, including 6,269 males and 5,938 females. In urban areas, it is 325, including 173 males and 152 females.
- Overall population density of Madhepura district is around 1,120 people per km². Rural areas have about 1,095 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,149 people per km².