Kurukshetra
Kurukshetra is a district in the Haryana State of India. The total area of Kurukshetra district is 1,530 km², which includes 1,455.63 km² of rural area and 74.37 km² of urban area. There are about 407 villages in Kurukshetra district.
For administrative convenience, Kurukshetra 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 Kurukshetra district. Here is the list of all Kurukshetra Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Kurukshetra District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pehowa | 548 | 2,55,307 |
| 2 | Shahbad | 181 | 1,30,176 |
| 3 | Thanesar | 801 | 5,79,172 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Thanesar is the largest tehsil in kurukshetra district by both area and population. Shahbad is the smallest tehsil in kurukshetra district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Thanesar | Thanesar |
| Smallest Tehsil | Shahbad | Shahbad |
Population of Kurukshetra District
The population of Kurukshetra 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 Kurukshetra, 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 | 9,64,655 | 6,85,430 | 2,79,225 |
| Total Male Population | 5,10,976 | 3,61,020 | 1,49,956 |
| Total Female Population | 4,53,679 | 3,24,410 | 1,29,269 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,16,957 | 86,773 | 30,184 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 64,320 | 47,734 | 16,586 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 52,637 | 39,039 | 13,598 |
| Literate Population | 6,46,893 | 4,37,671 | 2,09,222 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,70,828 | 2,53,287 | 1,17,541 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,76,065 | 1,84,384 | 91,681 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,17,762 | 2,47,759 | 70,003 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,40,148 | 1,07,733 | 32,415 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,77,614 | 1,40,026 | 37,588 |
| Households | 1,88,143 | 1,30,824 | 57,319 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kurukshetra district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kurukshetra district is 9,64,655, including 5,10,976 males and 4,53,679 females. In rural areas, it is 6,85,430, including 3,61,020 males and 3,24,410 females. In urban areas, it is 2,79,225, including 1,49,956 males and 1,29,269 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kurukshetra district is 1,16,957, including 64,320 boys and 52,637 girls. In rural areas, it is 86,773, including 47,734 boys and 39,039 girls. In urban areas, it is 30,184, including 16,586 boys and 13,598 girls.
- Literate population in Kurukshetra district is around 6,46,893, including 3,70,828 males and 2,76,065 females. In rural areas, it is 4,37,671, including 2,53,287 males and 1,84,384 females. In urban areas, it is 2,09,222, including 1,17,541 males and 91,681 females.
- Illiterate population in Kurukshetra district is about 3,17,762, including 1,40,148 males and 1,77,614 females. In rural areas, it is 2,47,759, including 1,07,733 males and 1,40,026 females. In urban areas, it is 70,003, including 32,415 males and 37,588 females.
- There are about 1,88,143 households in Kurukshetra district, including 1,30,824 in rural areas and 57,319 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kurukshetra. 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 | 2,15,128 | 1,73,560 | 41,568 |
| SC Male Population | 1,13,311 | 91,213 | 22,098 |
| SC Female Population | 1,01,817 | 82,347 | 19,470 |
| 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 | 630 / km² | 471 / km² | 3,755 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kurukshetra district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kurukshetra district is approximately 2,15,128, including 1,13,311 males and 1,01,817 females. In rural areas, it is 1,73,560, including 91,213 males and 82,347 females. In urban areas, it is 41,568, including 22,098 males and 19,470 females.
- Overall population density of Kurukshetra district is around 630 people per km². Rural areas have about 471 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,755 people per km².