Kaithal
Kaithal is a district in the Haryana State of India. The total area of Kaithal district is 2,317 km², which includes 2,212.70 km² of rural area and 104.30 km² of urban area. There are about 267 villages in Kaithal district.
For administrative convenience, Kaithal 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 Kaithal district. Here is the list of all Kaithal Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Kaithal District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fatehpur Pundri | 484 | 2,37,080 |
| 2 | Guhla | 553 | 1,95,251 |
| 3 | Kaithal | 1,280 | 6,41,973 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kaithal is the largest tehsil in kaithal district by both area and population. Fatehpur Pundri is the smallest tehsil in kaithal district by area, while Guhla is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kaithal | Kaithal |
| Smallest Tehsil | Fatehpur Pundri | Fatehpur Pundri |
Population of Kaithal District
The population of Kaithal 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 Kaithal, 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 | 10,74,304 | 8,38,293 | 2,36,011 |
| Total Male Population | 5,71,003 | 4,45,931 | 1,25,072 |
| Total Female Population | 5,03,301 | 3,92,362 | 1,10,939 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,39,393 | 1,10,499 | 28,894 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 76,258 | 60,425 | 15,833 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 63,135 | 50,074 | 13,061 |
| Literate Population | 6,46,529 | 4,85,223 | 1,61,306 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,85,782 | 2,93,066 | 92,716 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,60,747 | 1,92,157 | 68,590 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,27,775 | 3,53,070 | 74,705 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,85,221 | 1,52,865 | 32,356 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,42,554 | 2,00,205 | 42,349 |
| Households | 2,04,274 | 1,58,019 | 46,255 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kaithal district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kaithal district is 10,74,304, including 5,71,003 males and 5,03,301 females. In rural areas, it is 8,38,293, including 4,45,931 males and 3,92,362 females. In urban areas, it is 2,36,011, including 1,25,072 males and 1,10,939 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kaithal district is 1,39,393, including 76,258 boys and 63,135 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,10,499, including 60,425 boys and 50,074 girls. In urban areas, it is 28,894, including 15,833 boys and 13,061 girls.
- Literate population in Kaithal district is around 6,46,529, including 3,85,782 males and 2,60,747 females. In rural areas, it is 4,85,223, including 2,93,066 males and 1,92,157 females. In urban areas, it is 1,61,306, including 92,716 males and 68,590 females.
- Illiterate population in Kaithal district is about 4,27,775, including 1,85,221 males and 2,42,554 females. In rural areas, it is 3,53,070, including 1,52,865 males and 2,00,205 females. In urban areas, it is 74,705, including 32,356 males and 42,349 females.
- There are about 2,04,274 households in Kaithal district, including 1,58,019 in rural areas and 46,255 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kaithal. 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 | 2,47,513 | 2,02,878 | 44,635 |
| SC Male Population | 1,31,486 | 1,07,815 | 23,671 |
| SC Female Population | 1,16,027 | 95,063 | 20,964 |
| 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 | 464 / km² | 379 / km² | 2,263 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kaithal district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kaithal district is approximately 2,47,513, including 1,31,486 males and 1,16,027 females. In rural areas, it is 2,02,878, including 1,07,815 males and 95,063 females. In urban areas, it is 44,635, including 23,671 males and 20,964 females.
- Overall population density of Kaithal district is around 464 people per km². Rural areas have about 379 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,263 people per km².