Ambala
Ambala is a district in the Haryana State of India. The total area of Ambala district is 1,574 km², which includes 1,440.40 km² of rural area and 133.60 km² of urban area. There are about 461 villages in Ambala district.
For administrative convenience, Ambala 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 Ambala district. Here is the list of all Ambala Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Ambala District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ambala | 736 | 6,55,564 |
| 2 | Barara | 357 | 2,44,039 |
| 3 | Naraingarh | 481 | 2,28,747 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Ambala is the largest tehsil in ambala district by both area and population. Barara is the smallest tehsil in ambala district by area, while Naraingarh is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Ambala | Ambala |
| Smallest Tehsil | Barara | Barara |
Population of Ambala District
The population of Ambala 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 Ambala, 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 | 11,28,350 | 6,27,576 | 5,00,774 |
| Total Male Population | 5,98,703 | 3,31,703 | 2,67,000 |
| Total Female Population | 5,29,647 | 2,95,873 | 2,33,774 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,27,689 | 74,425 | 53,264 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 70,541 | 41,467 | 29,074 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 57,148 | 32,958 | 24,190 |
| Literate Population | 8,18,025 | 4,26,642 | 3,91,383 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,61,288 | 2,44,282 | 2,17,006 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,56,737 | 1,82,360 | 1,74,377 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,10,325 | 2,00,934 | 1,09,391 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,37,415 | 87,421 | 49,994 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,72,910 | 1,13,513 | 59,397 |
| Households | 2,24,334 | 1,17,702 | 1,06,632 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Ambala district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Ambala district is 11,28,350, including 5,98,703 males and 5,29,647 females. In rural areas, it is 6,27,576, including 3,31,703 males and 2,95,873 females. In urban areas, it is 5,00,774, including 2,67,000 males and 2,33,774 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Ambala district is 1,27,689, including 70,541 boys and 57,148 girls. In rural areas, it is 74,425, including 41,467 boys and 32,958 girls. In urban areas, it is 53,264, including 29,074 boys and 24,190 girls.
- Literate population in Ambala district is around 8,18,025, including 4,61,288 males and 3,56,737 females. In rural areas, it is 4,26,642, including 2,44,282 males and 1,82,360 females. In urban areas, it is 3,91,383, including 2,17,006 males and 1,74,377 females.
- Illiterate population in Ambala district is about 3,10,325, including 1,37,415 males and 1,72,910 females. In rural areas, it is 2,00,934, including 87,421 males and 1,13,513 females. In urban areas, it is 1,09,391, including 49,994 males and 59,397 females.
- There are about 2,24,334 households in Ambala district, including 1,17,702 in rural areas and 1,06,632 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Ambala. 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 | 2,96,246 | 2,08,224 | 88,022 |
| SC Male Population | 1,56,874 | 1,10,736 | 46,138 |
| SC Female Population | 1,39,372 | 97,488 | 41,884 |
| 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 | 717 / km² | 436 / km² | 3,748 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Ambala district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ambala district is approximately 2,96,246, including 1,56,874 males and 1,39,372 females. In rural areas, it is 2,08,224, including 1,10,736 males and 97,488 females. In urban areas, it is 88,022, including 46,138 males and 41,884 females.
- Overall population density of Ambala district is around 717 people per km². Rural areas have about 436 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,748 people per km².