Pashchim Champaran
Pashchim Champaran is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Pashchim Champaran district is 5,228 km², which includes 5,133.60 km² of rural area and 94.40 km² of urban area. There are about 1,365 villages in Pashchim Champaran district.
For administrative convenience, Pashchim Champaran 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 18 subdivisions in Pashchim Champaran district. Here is the list of all Pashchim Champaran Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Pashchim Champaran District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bagaha | 379 | 3,98,000 |
| 2 | Bairia | 237 | 2,06,098 |
| 3 | Bettiah | 68 | 2,24,200 |
| 4 | Bhitaha | 137 | 66,203 |
| 5 | Chanpatia | 261 | 2,97,748 |
| 6 | Gaunaha | 469 | 2,08,169 |
| 7 | Jogapatti | 213 | 2,43,516 |
| 8 | Lauriya | 205 | 2,30,162 |
| 9 | Madhubani | 150 | 89,608 |
| 10 | Mainatanr | 241 | 1,90,744 |
| 11 | Majhaulia | 291 | 3,29,347 |
| 12 | Narkatiaganj | 354 | 3,77,842 |
| 13 | Nautan | 190 | 2,33,575 |
| 14 | Piprasi | 153 | 38,592 |
| 15 | Ramnagar | 667 | 2,49,102 |
| 16 | Sidhaw | 875 | 3,09,874 |
| 17 | Sikta | 195 | 1,89,496 |
| 18 | Thakrahan | 142 | 52,766 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Sidhaw is the largest subdivision in pashchim champaran district, covering an area of 874.64 km², while Bettiah is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 68.13 km². Bagaha is the most populous, whereas Piprasi is the least populous subdivision in pashchim champaran district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Sidhaw | Bagaha |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bettiah | Bettiah |
Population of Pashchim Champaran District
The population of Pashchim Champaran 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 Pashchim Champaran, 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 | 39,35,042 | 35,41,877 | 3,93,165 |
| Total Male Population | 20,61,110 | 18,53,809 | 2,07,301 |
| Total Female Population | 18,73,932 | 16,88,068 | 1,85,864 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,76,031 | 7,12,017 | 64,014 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,97,418 | 3,64,155 | 33,263 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,78,613 | 3,47,862 | 30,751 |
| Literate Population | 17,59,481 | 15,25,404 | 2,34,077 |
| Literate Male Population | 10,91,226 | 9,56,393 | 1,34,833 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,68,255 | 5,69,011 | 99,244 |
| Illiterate Population | 21,75,561 | 20,16,473 | 1,59,088 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 9,69,884 | 8,97,416 | 72,468 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 12,05,677 | 11,19,057 | 86,620 |
| Households | 7,10,461 | 6,37,354 | 73,107 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Pashchim Champaran district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Pashchim Champaran district is 39,35,042, including 20,61,110 males and 18,73,932 females. In rural areas, it is 35,41,877, including 18,53,809 males and 16,88,068 females. In urban areas, it is 3,93,165, including 2,07,301 males and 1,85,864 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Pashchim Champaran district is 7,76,031, including 3,97,418 boys and 3,78,613 girls. In rural areas, it is 7,12,017, including 3,64,155 boys and 3,47,862 girls. In urban areas, it is 64,014, including 33,263 boys and 30,751 girls.
- Literate population in Pashchim Champaran district is around 17,59,481, including 10,91,226 males and 6,68,255 females. In rural areas, it is 15,25,404, including 9,56,393 males and 5,69,011 females. In urban areas, it is 2,34,077, including 1,34,833 males and 99,244 females.
- Illiterate population in Pashchim Champaran district is about 21,75,561, including 9,69,884 males and 12,05,677 females. In rural areas, it is 20,16,473, including 8,97,416 males and 11,19,057 females. In urban areas, it is 1,59,088, including 72,468 males and 86,620 females.
- There are about 7,10,461 households in Pashchim Champaran district, including 6,37,354 in rural areas and 73,107 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Pashchim Champaran. 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 | 5,53,944 | 5,24,727 | 29,217 |
| SC Male Population | 2,89,191 | 2,73,843 | 15,348 |
| SC Female Population | 2,64,753 | 2,50,884 | 13,869 |
| Total ST Population | 2,50,046 | 2,45,578 | 4,468 |
| ST Male Population | 1,27,680 | 1,25,327 | 2,353 |
| ST Female Population | 1,22,366 | 1,20,251 | 2,115 |
| Population Density | 753 / km² | 690 / km² | 4,165 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Pashchim Champaran district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Pashchim Champaran district is approximately 5,53,944, including 2,89,191 males and 2,64,753 females. In rural areas, it is 5,24,727, including 2,73,843 males and 2,50,884 females. In urban areas, it is 29,217, including 15,348 males and 13,869 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Pashchim Champaran district is about 2,50,046, including 1,27,680 males and 1,22,366 females. In rural areas, it is 2,45,578, including 1,25,327 males and 1,20,251 females. In urban areas, it is 4,468, including 2,353 males and 2,115 females.
- Overall population density of Pashchim Champaran district is around 753 people per km². Rural areas have about 690 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,165 people per km².