Bhiwani
Bhiwani is a district in the Haryana State of India. The total area of Bhiwani district is 4,778 km², which includes 4,719.93 km² of rural area and 58.07 km² of urban area. There are about 442 villages in Bhiwani district.
For administrative convenience, Bhiwani 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.
Dadri is the largest tehsil in bhiwani district covering area of 978.79 km² while Badhra is the smallest tehsil in bhiwani district covering area of 447.38 km². Bhiwani is the most populous whereas Siwani is the least populous tehsil in bhiwani district. There are 7 tehsils in Bhiwani district. Here is the list of all Bhiwani Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Bhiwani District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Badhra | 447 | 1,18,084 |
| 2 | Bawani Khera | 545 | 1,27,035 |
| 3 | Bhiwani | 960 | 5,53,698 |
| 4 | Dadri | 979 | 3,84,192 |
| 5 | Loharu | 699 | 1,59,787 |
| 6 | Siwani | 488 | 1,00,183 |
| 7 | Tosham | 661 | 1,91,466 |
Population of Bhiwani District
The population of Bhiwani 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 Bhiwani, 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 | 16,34,445 | 13,13,123 | 3,21,322 |
| Total Male Population | 8,66,672 | 6,96,212 | 1,70,460 |
| Total Female Population | 7,67,773 | 6,16,911 | 1,50,862 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,12,011 | 1,72,608 | 39,403 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,15,756 | 94,039 | 21,717 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 96,255 | 78,569 | 17,686 |
| Literate Population | 10,69,871 | 8,40,162 | 2,29,709 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,43,158 | 5,11,763 | 1,31,395 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,26,713 | 3,28,399 | 98,314 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,64,574 | 4,72,961 | 91,613 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,23,514 | 1,84,449 | 39,065 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,41,060 | 2,88,512 | 52,548 |
| Households | 3,11,380 | 2,48,136 | 63,244 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bhiwani district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bhiwani district is 16,34,445, including 8,66,672 males and 7,67,773 females. In rural areas, it is 13,13,123, including 6,96,212 males and 6,16,911 females. In urban areas, it is 3,21,322, including 1,70,460 males and 1,50,862 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bhiwani district is 2,12,011, including 1,15,756 boys and 96,255 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,72,608, including 94,039 boys and 78,569 girls. In urban areas, it is 39,403, including 21,717 boys and 17,686 girls.
- Literate population in Bhiwani district is around 10,69,871, including 6,43,158 males and 4,26,713 females. In rural areas, it is 8,40,162, including 5,11,763 males and 3,28,399 females. In urban areas, it is 2,29,709, including 1,31,395 males and 98,314 females.
- Illiterate population in Bhiwani district is about 5,64,574, including 2,23,514 males and 3,41,060 females. In rural areas, it is 4,72,961, including 1,84,449 males and 2,88,512 females. In urban areas, it is 91,613, including 39,065 males and 52,548 females.
- There are about 3,11,380 households in Bhiwani district, including 2,48,136 in rural areas and 63,244 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bhiwani. 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 | 3,41,162 | 2,74,877 | 66,285 |
| SC Male Population | 1,81,475 | 1,46,464 | 35,011 |
| SC Female Population | 1,59,687 | 1,28,413 | 31,274 |
| 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 | 342 / km² | 278 / km² | 5,533 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bhiwani district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bhiwani district is approximately 3,41,162, including 1,81,475 males and 1,59,687 females. In rural areas, it is 2,74,877, including 1,46,464 males and 1,28,413 females. In urban areas, it is 66,285, including 35,011 males and 31,274 females.
- Overall population density of Bhiwani district is around 342 people per km². Rural areas have about 278 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,533 people per km².