Munger
Munger is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Munger district is 1,419 km², which includes 1,377.54 km² of rural area and 41.46 km² of urban area. There are about 534 villages in Munger district.
For administrative convenience, Munger 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 9 subdivisions in Munger district. Here is the list of all Munger Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Munger District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Asarganj | 60 | 74,380 |
| 2 | Bariarpur | 160 | 1,09,359 |
| 3 | Dharhara | 288 | 1,31,753 |
| 4 | Jamalpur | 90 | 2,08,330 |
| 5 | Kharagpur | 337 | 2,12,305 |
| 6 | Munger | 259 | 3,47,392 |
| 7 | Sangrampur | 88 | 97,729 |
| 8 | Tarapur | 70 | 1,10,214 |
| 9 | Tetiha Bambor | 69 | 76,303 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kharagpur is the largest subdivision in munger district by area, while Munger is the largest by population. Asarganj is the smallest subdivision in munger district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kharagpur | Munger |
| Smallest Tehsil | Asarganj | Asarganj |
Population of Munger District
The population of Munger 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 Munger, 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 | 13,67,765 | 9,87,645 | 3,80,120 |
| Total Male Population | 7,29,041 | 5,27,299 | 2,01,742 |
| Total Female Population | 6,38,724 | 4,60,346 | 1,78,378 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,29,860 | 1,76,627 | 53,233 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,19,611 | 91,677 | 27,934 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,10,249 | 84,950 | 25,299 |
| Literate Population | 8,01,817 | 5,37,021 | 2,64,796 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,73,741 | 3,24,241 | 1,49,500 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,28,076 | 2,12,780 | 1,15,296 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,65,948 | 4,50,624 | 1,15,324 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,55,300 | 2,03,058 | 52,242 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,10,648 | 2,47,566 | 63,082 |
| Households | 2,63,171 | 1,92,161 | 71,010 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Munger district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Munger district is 13,67,765, including 7,29,041 males and 6,38,724 females. In rural areas, it is 9,87,645, including 5,27,299 males and 4,60,346 females. In urban areas, it is 3,80,120, including 2,01,742 males and 1,78,378 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Munger district is 2,29,860, including 1,19,611 boys and 1,10,249 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,76,627, including 91,677 boys and 84,950 girls. In urban areas, it is 53,233, including 27,934 boys and 25,299 girls.
- Literate population in Munger district is around 8,01,817, including 4,73,741 males and 3,28,076 females. In rural areas, it is 5,37,021, including 3,24,241 males and 2,12,780 females. In urban areas, it is 2,64,796, including 1,49,500 males and 1,15,296 females.
- Illiterate population in Munger district is about 5,65,948, including 2,55,300 males and 3,10,648 females. In rural areas, it is 4,50,624, including 2,03,058 males and 2,47,566 females. In urban areas, it is 1,15,324, including 52,242 males and 63,082 females.
- There are about 2,63,171 households in Munger district, including 1,92,161 in rural areas and 71,010 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Munger. 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 | 1,83,846 | 1,48,713 | 35,133 |
| SC Male Population | 97,195 | 78,652 | 18,543 |
| SC Female Population | 86,651 | 70,061 | 16,590 |
| Total ST Population | 21,404 | 19,548 | 1,856 |
| ST Male Population | 10,995 | 10,058 | 937 |
| ST Female Population | 10,409 | 9,490 | 919 |
| Population Density | 964 / km² | 717 / km² | 9,168 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Munger district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Munger district is approximately 1,83,846, including 97,195 males and 86,651 females. In rural areas, it is 1,48,713, including 78,652 males and 70,061 females. In urban areas, it is 35,133, including 18,543 males and 16,590 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Munger district is about 21,404, including 10,995 males and 10,409 females. In rural areas, it is 19,548, including 10,058 males and 9,490 females. In urban areas, it is 1,856, including 937 males and 919 females.
- Overall population density of Munger district is around 964 people per km². Rural areas have about 717 people per km². Urban areas have about 9,168 people per km².