Sheohar
Sheohar is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Sheohar district is 349 km², which includes 339.67 km² of rural area and 9.33 km² of urban area. There are about 191 villages in Sheohar district.
For administrative convenience, Sheohar 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 5 subdivisions in Sheohar district. Here is the list of all Sheohar Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Sheohar District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dumri Katsari | 53 | 93,398 |
| 2 | Piprarhi | 69 | 1,17,948 |
| 3 | Purnahiya | 52 | 91,949 |
| 4 | Sheohar | 68 | 1,55,258 |
| 5 | Tariani Chowk | 107 | 1,97,693 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Tariani Chowk is the largest subdivision in sheohar district by both area and population. Purnahiya is the smallest subdivision in sheohar district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Tariani Chowk | Tariani Chowk |
| Smallest Tehsil | Purnahiya | Purnahiya |
Population of Sheohar District
The population of Sheohar 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 Sheohar, 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 | 6,56,246 | 6,28,130 | 28,116 |
| Total Male Population | 3,46,673 | 3,31,792 | 14,881 |
| Total Female Population | 3,09,573 | 2,96,338 | 13,235 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,28,698 | 1,23,299 | 5,399 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 66,728 | 63,950 | 2,778 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 61,970 | 59,349 | 2,621 |
| Literate Population | 2,83,698 | 2,69,623 | 14,075 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,71,645 | 1,63,161 | 8,484 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,12,053 | 1,06,462 | 5,591 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,72,548 | 3,58,507 | 14,041 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,75,028 | 1,68,631 | 6,397 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,97,520 | 1,89,876 | 7,644 |
| Households | 1,50,144 | 1,44,286 | 5,858 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Sheohar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Sheohar district is 6,56,246, including 3,46,673 males and 3,09,573 females. In rural areas, it is 6,28,130, including 3,31,792 males and 2,96,338 females. In urban areas, it is 28,116, including 14,881 males and 13,235 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Sheohar district is 1,28,698, including 66,728 boys and 61,970 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,23,299, including 63,950 boys and 59,349 girls. In urban areas, it is 5,399, including 2,778 boys and 2,621 girls.
- Literate population in Sheohar district is around 2,83,698, including 1,71,645 males and 1,12,053 females. In rural areas, it is 2,69,623, including 1,63,161 males and 1,06,462 females. In urban areas, it is 14,075, including 8,484 males and 5,591 females.
- Illiterate population in Sheohar district is about 3,72,548, including 1,75,028 males and 1,97,520 females. In rural areas, it is 3,58,507, including 1,68,631 males and 1,89,876 females. In urban areas, it is 14,041, including 6,397 males and 7,644 females.
- There are about 1,50,144 households in Sheohar district, including 1,44,286 in rural areas and 5,858 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Sheohar. 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 | 96,655 | 92,917 | 3,738 |
| SC Male Population | 51,089 | 49,131 | 1,958 |
| SC Female Population | 45,566 | 43,786 | 1,780 |
| Total ST Population | 318 | 296 | 22 |
| ST Male Population | 177 | 167 | 10 |
| ST Female Population | 141 | 129 | 12 |
| Population Density | 1,880 / km² | 1,849 / km² | 3,014 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Sheohar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sheohar district is approximately 96,655, including 51,089 males and 45,566 females. In rural areas, it is 92,917, including 49,131 males and 43,786 females. In urban areas, it is 3,738, including 1,958 males and 1,780 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Sheohar district is about 318, including 177 males and 141 females. In rural areas, it is 296, including 167 males and 129 females. In urban areas, it is 22, including 10 males and 12 females.
- Overall population density of Sheohar district is around 1,880 people per km². Rural areas have about 1,849 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,014 people per km².