Sonipat
Sonipat is a district in the Haryana State of India. The total area of Sonipat district is 2,122 km², which includes 2,039.99 km² of rural area and 82.01 km² of urban area. There are about 319 villages in Sonipat district.
For administrative convenience, Sonipat 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 Sonipat district. Here is the list of all Sonipat Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Sonipat District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ganaur | 302 | 2,06,889 |
| 2 | Gohana | 834 | 3,72,034 |
| 3 | Kharkhoda | 278 | 1,60,895 |
| 4 | Sonipat | 708 | 7,10,183 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Gohana is the largest tehsil in sonipat district by area, while Sonipat is the largest by population. Kharkhoda is the smallest tehsil in sonipat district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Gohana | Sonipat |
| Smallest Tehsil | Kharkhoda | Kharkhoda |
Population of Sonipat District
The population of Sonipat 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 Sonipat, 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 | 14,50,001 | 9,96,637 | 4,53,364 |
| Total Male Population | 7,81,299 | 5,38,750 | 2,42,549 |
| Total Female Population | 6,68,702 | 4,57,887 | 2,10,815 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,88,262 | 1,32,007 | 56,255 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,04,693 | 73,328 | 31,365 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 83,569 | 58,679 | 24,890 |
| Literate Population | 9,98,316 | 6,65,141 | 3,33,175 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,89,881 | 4,00,112 | 1,89,769 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,08,435 | 2,65,029 | 1,43,406 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,51,685 | 3,31,496 | 1,20,189 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,91,418 | 1,38,638 | 52,780 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,60,267 | 1,92,858 | 67,409 |
| Households | 2,77,726 | 1,87,552 | 90,174 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Sonipat district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Sonipat district is 14,50,001, including 7,81,299 males and 6,68,702 females. In rural areas, it is 9,96,637, including 5,38,750 males and 4,57,887 females. In urban areas, it is 4,53,364, including 2,42,549 males and 2,10,815 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Sonipat district is 1,88,262, including 1,04,693 boys and 83,569 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,32,007, including 73,328 boys and 58,679 girls. In urban areas, it is 56,255, including 31,365 boys and 24,890 girls.
- Literate population in Sonipat district is around 9,98,316, including 5,89,881 males and 4,08,435 females. In rural areas, it is 6,65,141, including 4,00,112 males and 2,65,029 females. In urban areas, it is 3,33,175, including 1,89,769 males and 1,43,406 females.
- Illiterate population in Sonipat district is about 4,51,685, including 1,91,418 males and 2,60,267 females. In rural areas, it is 3,31,496, including 1,38,638 males and 1,92,858 females. In urban areas, it is 1,20,189, including 52,780 males and 67,409 females.
- There are about 2,77,726 households in Sonipat district, including 1,87,552 in rural areas and 90,174 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Sonipat. 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 | 2,69,935 | 1,92,682 | 77,253 |
| SC Male Population | 1,44,516 | 1,03,444 | 41,072 |
| SC Female Population | 1,25,419 | 89,238 | 36,181 |
| 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 | 683 / km² | 489 / km² | 5,528 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Sonipat district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sonipat district is approximately 2,69,935, including 1,44,516 males and 1,25,419 females. In rural areas, it is 1,92,682, including 1,03,444 males and 89,238 females. In urban areas, it is 77,253, including 41,072 males and 36,181 females.
- Overall population density of Sonipat district is around 683 people per km². Rural areas have about 489 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,528 people per km².