Madhubani
Madhubani is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Madhubani district is 3,501 km², which includes 3,473.64 km² of rural area and 27.36 km² of urban area. There are about 1,040 villages in Madhubani district.
For administrative convenience, Madhubani 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 21 subdivisions in Madhubani district. Here is the list of all Madhubani Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Madhubani District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andhratharhi | 145 | 1,91,680 |
| 2 | Babubarhi | 185 | 2,17,331 |
| 3 | Basopatti | 139 | 1,73,499 |
| 4 | Benipatti | 271 | 3,61,400 |
| 5 | Bisfi | 181 | 3,20,704 |
| 6 | Ghoghardiha | 168 | 1,93,088 |
| 7 | Harlakhi | 144 | 1,96,251 |
| 8 | Jainagar | 124 | 1,93,700 |
| 9 | Jhanjharpur | 152 | 2,05,520 |
| 10 | Kaluahi | 94 | 1,17,282 |
| 11 | Khajauli | 112 | 1,43,583 |
| 12 | Ladania | 184 | 1,75,561 |
| 13 | Lakhnaur | 118 | 1,67,841 |
| 14 | Laukaha | 216 | 2,12,127 |
| 15 | Laukahi | 260 | 2,08,317 |
| 16 | Madhepur | 234 | 2,67,606 |
| 17 | Madhubani | 149 | 3,23,592 |
| 18 | Madhwapur | 108 | 1,34,704 |
| 19 | Pandaul | 175 | 2,70,642 |
| 20 | Phulparas | 162 | 1,66,018 |
| 21 | Rajnagar | 178 | 2,46,933 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Benipatti is the largest subdivision in madhubani district by both area and population. Kaluahi is the smallest subdivision in madhubani district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Benipatti | Benipatti |
| Smallest Tehsil | Kaluahi | Kaluahi |
Population of Madhubani District
The population of Madhubani 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 Madhubani, 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 | 44,87,379 | 43,25,884 | 1,61,495 |
| Total Male Population | 23,29,313 | 22,44,287 | 85,026 |
| Total Female Population | 21,58,066 | 20,81,597 | 76,469 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,10,479 | 7,84,704 | 25,775 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,18,616 | 4,05,228 | 13,388 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,91,863 | 3,79,476 | 12,387 |
| Literate Population | 21,55,338 | 20,58,895 | 96,443 |
| Literate Male Population | 13,40,085 | 12,83,625 | 56,460 |
| Literate Female Population | 8,15,253 | 7,75,270 | 39,983 |
| Illiterate Population | 23,32,041 | 22,66,989 | 65,052 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 9,89,228 | 9,60,662 | 28,566 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 13,42,813 | 13,06,327 | 36,486 |
| Households | 8,98,515 | 8,68,524 | 29,991 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Madhubani district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Madhubani district is 44,87,379, including 23,29,313 males and 21,58,066 females. In rural areas, it is 43,25,884, including 22,44,287 males and 20,81,597 females. In urban areas, it is 1,61,495, including 85,026 males and 76,469 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Madhubani district is 8,10,479, including 4,18,616 boys and 3,91,863 girls. In rural areas, it is 7,84,704, including 4,05,228 boys and 3,79,476 girls. In urban areas, it is 25,775, including 13,388 boys and 12,387 girls.
- Literate population in Madhubani district is around 21,55,338, including 13,40,085 males and 8,15,253 females. In rural areas, it is 20,58,895, including 12,83,625 males and 7,75,270 females. In urban areas, it is 96,443, including 56,460 males and 39,983 females.
- Illiterate population in Madhubani district is about 23,32,041, including 9,89,228 males and 13,42,813 females. In rural areas, it is 22,66,989, including 9,60,662 males and 13,06,327 females. In urban areas, it is 65,052, including 28,566 males and 36,486 females.
- There are about 8,98,515 households in Madhubani district, including 8,68,524 in rural areas and 29,991 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Madhubani. 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 | 5,87,158 | 5,72,195 | 14,963 |
| SC Male Population | 3,03,389 | 2,95,686 | 7,703 |
| SC Female Population | 2,83,769 | 2,76,509 | 7,260 |
| Total ST Population | 3,990 | 3,859 | 131 |
| ST Male Population | 2,056 | 1,985 | 71 |
| ST Female Population | 1,934 | 1,874 | 60 |
| Population Density | 1,282 / km² | 1,245 / km² | 5,903 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Madhubani district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Madhubani district is approximately 5,87,158, including 3,03,389 males and 2,83,769 females. In rural areas, it is 5,72,195, including 2,95,686 males and 2,76,509 females. In urban areas, it is 14,963, including 7,703 males and 7,260 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Madhubani district is about 3,990, including 2,056 males and 1,934 females. In rural areas, it is 3,859, including 1,985 males and 1,874 females. In urban areas, it is 131, including 71 males and 60 females.
- Overall population density of Madhubani district is around 1,282 people per km². Rural areas have about 1,245 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,903 people per km².