Shahdara
Shahdara is a Town and Tehsil in North East Delhi District of Delhi. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Shahdara Block (CD) is 00437. The total area of Shahdara Tehsil is 5 km². Shahdara has a sex ratio of approximately 906 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Shahdara Tehsil
Shahdara Tehsil has a total of 2 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Shahdara Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
Population of Shahdara Tehsil
The population profile of Shahdara Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Shahdara Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,22,931 | N/A | 3,22,931 |
| Male Population | 1,69,409 | N/A | 1,69,409 |
| Female Population | 1,53,522 | N/A | 1,53,522 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 39,375 | N/A | 39,375 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 21,039 | N/A | 21,039 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 18,336 | N/A | 18,336 |
| Literate Population | 2,44,564 | N/A | 2,44,564 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,33,543 | N/A | 1,33,543 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,11,021 | N/A | 1,11,021 |
| Illiterate Population | 78,367 | N/A | 78,367 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 35,866 | N/A | 35,866 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 42,501 | N/A | 42,501 |
| Total Households | 58,246 | N/A | 58,246 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 3,22,931 people. Includes nearly 1,69,409 males and 1,53,522 females. Urban population is nearly 3,22,931 people.
- There are around 39,375 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 21,039 boys and 18,336 girls.
- Literate population is about 2,44,564 people. Non-literate population is around 78,367 people.
- There are nearly 58,246 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Shahdara Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 37,416 | N/A | 37,416 |
| SC Male Population | 19,498 | N/A | 19,498 |
| SC Female Population | 17,918 | N/A | 17,918 |
| 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 | 59,703 / km² | N/A | 59,703 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Shahdara Tehsil is approximately 37,416 people, including 19,498 males and 17,918 females. Nearly 37,416 people reside in urban areas.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 59,703 people per square kilometre, urban areas record nearly 59,703 people per sq. km.