Supaul
Supaul is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Supaul district is 2,425 km², which includes 2,388.66 km² of rural area and 36.34 km² of urban area. There are about 526 villages in Supaul district.
For administrative convenience, Supaul 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 11 subdivisions in Supaul district. Here is the list of all Supaul Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Supaul District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basantpur | 257 | 2,02,007 |
| 2 | Chhatapur | 337 | 2,86,456 |
| 3 | Kishanpur | 234 | 1,67,669 |
| 4 | Marauna | 167 | 1,45,136 |
| 5 | Nirmali | 130 | 98,435 |
| 6 | Pipra | 199 | 2,01,399 |
| 7 | Pratapganj | 106 | 1,06,884 |
| 8 | Raghopur | 203 | 2,15,643 |
| 9 | Saraigarh Bhaptiyahi | 191 | 1,22,772 |
| 10 | Supaul | 291 | 3,60,198 |
| 11 | Tribeniganj | 310 | 3,22,477 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Chhatapur is the largest subdivision in supaul district, covering an area of 337.05 km², while Pratapganj is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 106.28 km². Supaul is the most populous, whereas Nirmali is the least populous subdivision in supaul district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Chhatapur | Supaul |
| Smallest Tehsil | Pratapganj | Pratapganj |
Population of Supaul District
The population of Supaul 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 Supaul, 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 | 22,29,076 | 21,23,518 | 1,05,558 |
| Total Male Population | 11,55,283 | 10,99,495 | 55,788 |
| Total Female Population | 10,73,793 | 10,24,023 | 49,770 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,37,357 | 4,19,703 | 17,654 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,24,953 | 2,15,813 | 9,140 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,12,404 | 2,03,890 | 8,514 |
| Literate Population | 10,33,283 | 9,69,344 | 63,939 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,47,672 | 6,09,988 | 37,684 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,85,611 | 3,59,356 | 26,255 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,95,793 | 11,54,174 | 41,619 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,07,611 | 4,89,507 | 18,104 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 6,88,182 | 6,64,667 | 23,515 |
| Households | 4,43,073 | 4,22,580 | 20,493 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Supaul district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Supaul district is 22,29,076, including 11,55,283 males and 10,73,793 females. In rural areas, it is 21,23,518, including 10,99,495 males and 10,24,023 females. In urban areas, it is 1,05,558, including 55,788 males and 49,770 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Supaul district is 4,37,357, including 2,24,953 boys and 2,12,404 girls. In rural areas, it is 4,19,703, including 2,15,813 boys and 2,03,890 girls. In urban areas, it is 17,654, including 9,140 boys and 8,514 girls.
- Literate population in Supaul district is around 10,33,283, including 6,47,672 males and 3,85,611 females. In rural areas, it is 9,69,344, including 6,09,988 males and 3,59,356 females. In urban areas, it is 63,939, including 37,684 males and 26,255 females.
- Illiterate population in Supaul district is about 11,95,793, including 5,07,611 males and 6,88,182 females. In rural areas, it is 11,54,174, including 4,89,507 males and 6,64,667 females. In urban areas, it is 41,619, including 18,104 males and 23,515 females.
- There are about 4,43,073 households in Supaul district, including 4,22,580 in rural areas and 20,493 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Supaul. 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 | 3,54,249 | 3,43,484 | 10,765 |
| SC Male Population | 1,82,545 | 1,76,922 | 5,623 |
| SC Female Population | 1,71,704 | 1,66,562 | 5,142 |
| Total ST Population | 10,168 | 10,027 | 141 |
| ST Male Population | 5,242 | 5,163 | 79 |
| ST Female Population | 4,926 | 4,864 | 62 |
| Population Density | 919 / km² | 889 / km² | 2,905 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Supaul district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Supaul district is approximately 3,54,249, including 1,82,545 males and 1,71,704 females. In rural areas, it is 3,43,484, including 1,76,922 males and 1,66,562 females. In urban areas, it is 10,765, including 5,623 males and 5,142 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Supaul district is about 10,168, including 5,242 males and 4,926 females. In rural areas, it is 10,027, including 5,163 males and 4,864 females. In urban areas, it is 141, including 79 males and 62 females.
- Overall population density of Supaul district is around 919 people per km². Rural areas have about 889 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,905 people per km².