Muzaffarpur
Muzaffarpur is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Muzaffarpur district is 3,172 km², which includes 3,099.82 km² of rural area and 72.18 km² of urban area. There are about 1,719 villages in Muzaffarpur district.
For administrative convenience, Muzaffarpur 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 16 subdivisions in Muzaffarpur district. Here is the list of all Muzaffarpur Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Muzaffarpur District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aurai | 199 | 2,90,545 |
| 2 | Bandra | 109 | 1,24,057 |
| 3 | Baruraj | 314 | 4,06,795 |
| 4 | Bochaha | 181 | 2,45,659 |
| 5 | Dholi | 63 | 90,490 |
| 6 | Gaighat | 214 | 2,59,719 |
| 7 | Kanti | 177 | 2,72,858 |
| 8 | Katra | 175 | 2,44,823 |
| 9 | Kurhani | 261 | 4,35,676 |
| 10 | Marwan | 110 | 1,64,858 |
| 11 | Minapur | 237 | 3,40,925 |
| 12 | Musahri | 184 | 6,83,073 |
| 13 | Paroo | 323 | 3,61,662 |
| 14 | Sahebganj | 198 | 2,41,438 |
| 15 | Sakra | 177 | 3,06,833 |
| 16 | Saraiya | 249 | 3,31,651 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Paroo is the largest subdivision in muzaffarpur district by area, while Musahri is the largest by population. Dholi (Moraul) is the smallest subdivision in muzaffarpur district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Paroo | Musahri |
| Smallest Tehsil | Dholi (Moraul) | Dholi (Moraul) |
Population of Muzaffarpur District
The population of Muzaffarpur 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 Muzaffarpur, 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 | 48,01,062 | 43,27,625 | 4,73,437 |
| Total Male Population | 25,27,497 | 22,76,812 | 2,50,685 |
| Total Female Population | 22,73,565 | 20,50,813 | 2,22,752 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,45,335 | 7,81,937 | 63,398 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,41,339 | 4,07,934 | 33,405 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,03,996 | 3,74,003 | 29,993 |
| Literate Population | 25,09,232 | 21,80,423 | 3,28,809 |
| Literate Male Population | 14,87,117 | 13,04,006 | 1,83,111 |
| Literate Female Population | 10,22,115 | 8,76,417 | 1,45,698 |
| Illiterate Population | 22,91,830 | 21,47,202 | 1,44,628 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 10,40,380 | 9,72,806 | 67,574 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 12,51,450 | 11,74,396 | 77,054 |
| Households | 9,45,703 | 8,57,133 | 88,570 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Muzaffarpur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Muzaffarpur district is 48,01,062, including 25,27,497 males and 22,73,565 females. In rural areas, it is 43,27,625, including 22,76,812 males and 20,50,813 females. In urban areas, it is 4,73,437, including 2,50,685 males and 2,22,752 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Muzaffarpur district is 8,45,335, including 4,41,339 boys and 4,03,996 girls. In rural areas, it is 7,81,937, including 4,07,934 boys and 3,74,003 girls. In urban areas, it is 63,398, including 33,405 boys and 29,993 girls.
- Literate population in Muzaffarpur district is around 25,09,232, including 14,87,117 males and 10,22,115 females. In rural areas, it is 21,80,423, including 13,04,006 males and 8,76,417 females. In urban areas, it is 3,28,809, including 1,83,111 males and 1,45,698 females.
- Illiterate population in Muzaffarpur district is about 22,91,830, including 10,40,380 males and 12,51,450 females. In rural areas, it is 21,47,202, including 9,72,806 males and 11,74,396 females. In urban areas, it is 1,44,628, including 67,574 males and 77,054 females.
- There are about 9,45,703 households in Muzaffarpur district, including 8,57,133 in rural areas and 88,570 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Muzaffarpur. 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 | 7,51,975 | 7,08,488 | 43,487 |
| SC Male Population | 3,93,135 | 3,70,147 | 22,988 |
| SC Female Population | 3,58,840 | 3,38,341 | 20,499 |
| Total ST Population | 5,979 | 4,759 | 1,220 |
| ST Male Population | 3,124 | 2,479 | 645 |
| ST Female Population | 2,855 | 2,280 | 575 |
| Population Density | 1,514 / km² | 1,396 / km² | 6,559 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Muzaffarpur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Muzaffarpur district is approximately 7,51,975, including 3,93,135 males and 3,58,840 females. In rural areas, it is 7,08,488, including 3,70,147 males and 3,38,341 females. In urban areas, it is 43,487, including 22,988 males and 20,499 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Muzaffarpur district is about 5,979, including 3,124 males and 2,855 females. In rural areas, it is 4,759, including 2,479 males and 2,280 females. In urban areas, it is 1,220, including 645 males and 575 females.
- Overall population density of Muzaffarpur district is around 1,514 people per km². Rural areas have about 1,396 people per km². Urban areas have about 6,559 people per km².