Sirsa
Sirsa is a district in the Haryana State of India. The total area of Sirsa district is 4,277 km², which includes 4,218.02 km² of rural area and 58.98 km² of urban area. There are about 327 villages in Sirsa district.
For administrative convenience, Sirsa 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 4 tehsils in Sirsa district. Here is the list of all Sirsa Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Sirsa District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dabwali | 1,100 | 2,69,929 |
| 2 | Ellenabad | 473 | 1,32,266 |
| 3 | Rania | 634 | 1,75,664 |
| 4 | Sirsa | 2,069 | 7,17,330 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Sirsa is the largest tehsil in sirsa district by both area and population. Ellenabad is the smallest tehsil in sirsa district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Sirsa | Sirsa |
| Smallest Tehsil | Ellenabad | Ellenabad |
Population of Sirsa District
The population of Sirsa 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 Sirsa, 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 | 12,95,189 | 9,75,941 | 3,19,248 |
| Total Male Population | 6,82,582 | 5,14,177 | 1,68,405 |
| Total Female Population | 6,12,607 | 4,61,764 | 1,50,843 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,57,667 | 1,20,421 | 37,246 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 84,684 | 64,422 | 20,262 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 72,983 | 55,999 | 16,984 |
| Literate Population | 7,82,897 | 5,59,635 | 2,23,262 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,56,968 | 3,31,990 | 1,24,978 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,25,929 | 2,27,645 | 98,284 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,12,292 | 4,16,306 | 95,986 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,25,614 | 1,82,187 | 43,427 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,86,678 | 2,34,119 | 52,559 |
| Households | 2,46,571 | 1,83,495 | 63,076 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Sirsa district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Sirsa district is 12,95,189, including 6,82,582 males and 6,12,607 females. In rural areas, it is 9,75,941, including 5,14,177 males and 4,61,764 females. In urban areas, it is 3,19,248, including 1,68,405 males and 1,50,843 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Sirsa district is 1,57,667, including 84,684 boys and 72,983 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,20,421, including 64,422 boys and 55,999 girls. In urban areas, it is 37,246, including 20,262 boys and 16,984 girls.
- Literate population in Sirsa district is around 7,82,897, including 4,56,968 males and 3,25,929 females. In rural areas, it is 5,59,635, including 3,31,990 males and 2,27,645 females. In urban areas, it is 2,23,262, including 1,24,978 males and 98,284 females.
- Illiterate population in Sirsa district is about 5,12,292, including 2,25,614 males and 2,86,678 females. In rural areas, it is 4,16,306, including 1,82,187 males and 2,34,119 females. In urban areas, it is 95,986, including 43,427 males and 52,559 females.
- There are about 2,46,571 households in Sirsa district, including 1,83,495 in rural areas and 63,076 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Sirsa. 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 | 3,87,381 | 3,12,059 | 75,322 |
| SC Male Population | 2,02,430 | 1,63,211 | 39,219 |
| SC Female Population | 1,84,951 | 1,48,848 | 36,103 |
| 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 | 303 / km² | 231 / km² | 5,413 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Sirsa district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sirsa district is approximately 3,87,381, including 2,02,430 males and 1,84,951 females. In rural areas, it is 3,12,059, including 1,63,211 males and 1,48,848 females. In urban areas, it is 75,322, including 39,219 males and 36,103 females.
- Overall population density of Sirsa district is around 303 people per km². Rural areas have about 231 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,413 people per km².