Central Delhi

Central Delhi is a district in the Delhi National Capital Territory of India. The total area of Central Delhi district is 21 km².

For administrative convenience, Central Delhi 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 3 tehsils in Central Delhi district. Here is the list of all Central Delhi Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.

List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Central Delhi District

#Tehsil (CD Block)Area (km²)Population (2011)
1Darya Ganj112,71,108
2Karol Bagh51,36,599
3Pahar Ganj51,74,613

Largest & Smallest Tehsils

Darya Ganj is the largest tehsil in central delhi district by both area and population. Pahar Ganj is the smallest tehsil in central delhi district by area, while Karol Bagh is the smallest by population.

Particulars Area Population
Lartest Tehsil Darya Ganj Darya Ganj
Smallest Tehsil Pahar Ganj Pahar Ganj

Population of Central Delhi District

The population of Central Delhi 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 Central Delhi, 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 5,82,320 N/A 5,82,320
Total Male Population 3,07,821 N/A 3,07,821
Total Female Population 2,74,499 N/A 2,74,499
Child Population (Age 0–6) 62,739 N/A 62,739
Male Child Population (Age 0–6) 32,928 N/A 32,928
Female Child Population (Age 0–6) 29,811 N/A 29,811
Literate Population 4,42,360 N/A 4,42,360
Literate Male Population 2,40,518 N/A 2,40,518
Literate Female Population 2,01,842 N/A 2,01,842
Illiterate Population 1,39,960 N/A 1,39,960
Illiterate Male Population 67,303 N/A 67,303
Illiterate Female Population 72,657 N/A 72,657
Households 1,19,639 N/A 1,19,639

Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Central Delhi district based on Census 2011:

  • Total population of Central Delhi district is 5,82,320, including 3,07,821 males and 2,74,499 females. In urban areas, it is 5,82,320, including 3,07,821 males and 2,74,499 females.
  • Child population (0–6 years) in Central Delhi district is 62,739, including 32,928 boys and 29,811 girls. In urban areas, it is 62,739, including 32,928 boys and 29,811 girls.
  • Literate population in Central Delhi district is around 4,42,360, including 2,40,518 males and 2,01,842 females. In urban areas, it is 4,42,360, including 2,40,518 males and 2,01,842 females.
  • Illiterate population in Central Delhi district is about 1,39,960, including 67,303 males and 72,657 females. In urban areas, it is 1,39,960, including 67,303 males and 72,657 females.
  • There are about 1,19,639 households in Central Delhi district.

Social Structure and Density

This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Central Delhi. 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 1,43,178 N/A 1,43,178
SC Male Population 73,782 N/A 73,782
SC Female Population 69,396 N/A 69,396
Total ST Population N/A N/A N/A
ST Male Population N/A N/A N/A
ST Female Population N/A N/A N/A
Population Density 27,730 / km² N/A 27,730 / km²

Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Central Delhi district based on Census 2011:

  • Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Central Delhi district is approximately 1,43,178, including 73,782 males and 69,396 females. In urban areas, it is 1,43,178, including 73,782 males and 69,396 females.
  • Overall population density of Central Delhi district is around 27,730 people per km². Urban areas have about 27,730 people per km².