Bilaspur
Bilaspur is a district in the Himachal Pradesh State of India. The total area of Bilaspur district is 1,167 km², which includes 1,149.47 km² of rural area and 17.53 km² of urban area. There are about 953 villages in Bilaspur district.
For administrative convenience, Bilaspur 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 6 tehsils in Bilaspur district. Here is the list of all Bilaspur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Bilaspur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bharari | 95 | 45,713 |
| 2 | Bilaspur Sadar | 180 | 75,714 |
| 3 | Ghumarwin | 192 | 89,516 |
| 4 | Jhanduta | 329 | 91,562 |
| 5 | Naina Devi | 269 | 46,684 |
| 6 | Namhol | 101 | 32,767 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Jhanduta is the largest tehsil in bilaspur district by both area and population. Bharari is the smallest tehsil in bilaspur district by area, while Namhol is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Jhanduta | Jhanduta |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bharari | Bharari |
Population of Bilaspur District
The population of Bilaspur 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 Bilaspur, 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 | 3,81,956 | 3,56,827 | 25,129 |
| Total Male Population | 1,92,764 | 1,79,653 | 13,111 |
| Total Female Population | 1,89,192 | 1,77,174 | 12,018 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 41,956 | 39,501 | 2,455 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 22,084 | 20,752 | 1,332 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 19,872 | 18,749 | 1,123 |
| Literate Population | 2,87,620 | 2,66,816 | 20,804 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,55,599 | 1,44,487 | 11,112 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,32,021 | 1,22,329 | 9,692 |
| Illiterate Population | 94,336 | 90,011 | 4,325 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 37,165 | 35,166 | 1,999 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 57,171 | 54,845 | 2,326 |
| Households | 80,485 | 74,712 | 5,773 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bilaspur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bilaspur district is 3,81,956, including 1,92,764 males and 1,89,192 females. In rural areas, it is 3,56,827, including 1,79,653 males and 1,77,174 females. In urban areas, it is 25,129, including 13,111 males and 12,018 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bilaspur district is 41,956, including 22,084 boys and 19,872 girls. In rural areas, it is 39,501, including 20,752 boys and 18,749 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,455, including 1,332 boys and 1,123 girls.
- Literate population in Bilaspur district is around 2,87,620, including 1,55,599 males and 1,32,021 females. In rural areas, it is 2,66,816, including 1,44,487 males and 1,22,329 females. In urban areas, it is 20,804, including 11,112 males and 9,692 females.
- Illiterate population in Bilaspur district is about 94,336, including 37,165 males and 57,171 females. In rural areas, it is 90,011, including 35,166 males and 54,845 females. In urban areas, it is 4,325, including 1,999 males and 2,326 females.
- There are about 80,485 households in Bilaspur district, including 74,712 in rural areas and 5,773 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bilaspur. 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 | 98,989 | 93,678 | 5,311 |
| SC Male Population | 50,271 | 47,550 | 2,721 |
| SC Female Population | 48,718 | 46,128 | 2,590 |
| Total ST Population | 10,693 | 10,334 | 359 |
| ST Male Population | 5,485 | 5,290 | 195 |
| ST Female Population | 5,208 | 5,044 | 164 |
| Population Density | 327 / km² | 310 / km² | 1,433 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bilaspur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bilaspur district is approximately 98,989, including 50,271 males and 48,718 females. In rural areas, it is 93,678, including 47,550 males and 46,128 females. In urban areas, it is 5,311, including 2,721 males and 2,590 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bilaspur district is about 10,693, including 5,485 males and 5,208 females. In rural areas, it is 10,334, including 5,290 males and 5,044 females. In urban areas, it is 359, including 195 males and 164 females.
- Overall population density of Bilaspur district is around 327 people per km². Rural areas have about 310 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,433 people per km².