Karnal
Karnal is a district in the Haryana State of India. The total area of Karnal district is 2,520 km², which includes 2,451.05 km² of rural area and 68.95 km² of urban area. There are about 417 villages in Karnal district.
For administrative convenience, Karnal 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 5 tehsils in Karnal district. Here is the list of all Karnal Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Karnal District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assandh | 488 | 2,33,204 |
| 2 | Gharaunda | 444 | 1,88,098 |
| 3 | Indri | 362 | 1,62,593 |
| 4 | Karnal | 830 | 7,14,328 |
| 5 | Nilokheri | 396 | 2,07,101 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Karnal is the largest tehsil in karnal district by both area and population. Indri is the smallest tehsil in karnal district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Karnal | Karnal |
| Smallest Tehsil | Indri | Indri |
Population of Karnal District
The population of Karnal 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 Karnal, 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 | 15,05,324 | 10,50,514 | 4,54,810 |
| Total Male Population | 7,97,712 | 5,57,110 | 2,40,602 |
| Total Female Population | 7,07,612 | 4,93,404 | 2,14,208 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,96,610 | 1,42,691 | 53,919 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,07,797 | 78,011 | 29,786 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 88,813 | 64,680 | 24,133 |
| Literate Population | 9,78,013 | 6,47,883 | 3,30,130 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,64,516 | 3,80,886 | 1,83,630 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,13,497 | 2,66,997 | 1,46,500 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,27,311 | 4,02,631 | 1,24,680 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,33,196 | 1,76,224 | 56,972 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,94,115 | 2,26,407 | 67,708 |
| Households | 2,92,084 | 1,98,594 | 93,490 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Karnal district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Karnal district is 15,05,324, including 7,97,712 males and 7,07,612 females. In rural areas, it is 10,50,514, including 5,57,110 males and 4,93,404 females. In urban areas, it is 4,54,810, including 2,40,602 males and 2,14,208 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Karnal district is 1,96,610, including 1,07,797 boys and 88,813 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,42,691, including 78,011 boys and 64,680 girls. In urban areas, it is 53,919, including 29,786 boys and 24,133 girls.
- Literate population in Karnal district is around 9,78,013, including 5,64,516 males and 4,13,497 females. In rural areas, it is 6,47,883, including 3,80,886 males and 2,66,997 females. In urban areas, it is 3,30,130, including 1,83,630 males and 1,46,500 females.
- Illiterate population in Karnal district is about 5,27,311, including 2,33,196 males and 2,94,115 females. In rural areas, it is 4,02,631, including 1,76,224 males and 2,26,407 females. In urban areas, it is 1,24,680, including 56,972 males and 67,708 females.
- There are about 2,92,084 households in Karnal district, including 1,98,594 in rural areas and 93,490 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Karnal. 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 | 3,39,604 | 2,59,520 | 80,084 |
| SC Male Population | 1,79,681 | 1,37,535 | 42,146 |
| SC Female Population | 1,59,923 | 1,21,985 | 37,938 |
| 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 | 597 / km² | 429 / km² | 6,596 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Karnal district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Karnal district is approximately 3,39,604, including 1,79,681 males and 1,59,923 females. In rural areas, it is 2,59,520, including 1,37,535 males and 1,21,985 females. In urban areas, it is 80,084, including 42,146 males and 37,938 females.
- Overall population density of Karnal district is around 597 people per km². Rural areas have about 429 people per km². Urban areas have about 6,596 people per km².