Supaul
Supaul is a district in the Bihar State of India. Total area of Supaul is 2,425 km² including 2,388.66 km² rural area and 36.34 km² urban area. As per 2011 stats, Supaul has a population of 22,29,076 peoples, out of which urban population is 1,05,558 while rural population is 21,23,518. Supaul has a sex ratio of approximately 929 females for every 1,000 males. The district has a population density of 919 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 4,43,073 houses in the district, including 20,493 urban houses and 4,22,580 rural houses. When it comes to villages, there are about 526 villages in supaul district.
The Supaul district is further divided in to Subdivisions / Blocks / PS / Community Development Blocks (C.D.Blocks) for administrative purposes. In India, the Block or C.D.Block is often the next level of administrative division after the tehsil. It is important to note that, In some states of India C.D.Blocks are equal to tehsils.
For those who don't know, the C.D.Block is a rural area earmarked for administration and development in India. The area is administered by a BDO (Block Development Officer). A C.D.Block covers several gram panchayats, local administrative unit at the village level.
Chhatapur is the largest subdivision in supaul district covering area of 337.05 km² while Pratapganj is the smallest subdivision in supaul district covering area of 106.28 km². Supaul is the most populous whereas Nirmali is the least populous subdivision in supaul district. 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 |
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 |
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 |