Kangra
Kangra is a district in the Himachal Pradesh State of India. The total area of Kangra district is 5,739 km², which includes 5,691.34 km² of rural area and 47.66 km² of urban area. There are about 3,617 villages in Kangra district.
For administrative convenience, Kangra 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 21 tehsils in Kangra district. Here is the list of all Kangra Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Kangra District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baijnath | 296 | 95,229 |
| 2 | Baroh | 134 | 25,789 |
| 3 | Dera Gopipur | 611 | 1,20,783 |
| 4 | Dharmsala | 338 | 1,36,536 |
| 5 | Dhira | 81 | 22,119 |
| 6 | Fatehpur | 306 | 62,041 |
| 7 | Harchakian | 72 | 13,841 |
| 8 | Indora | 298 | 81,226 |
| 9 | Jaisinghpur | 191 | 61,082 |
| 10 | Jaswan | 181 | 32,520 |
| 11 | Jawalamukhi | 104 | 43,504 |
| 12 | Jawali | 296 | 1,12,746 |
| 13 | Kangra | 181 | 97,568 |
| 14 | Khundian | 191 | 38,231 |
| 15 | Multhan | 979 | 7,612 |
| 16 | Nagrota Bagwan | 95 | 76,899 |
| 17 | Nurpur | 540 | 1,76,525 |
| 18 | Palampur | 429 | 1,89,276 |
| 19 | Rakkar | 114 | 29,503 |
| 20 | Shahpur | 245 | 67,758 |
| 21 | Thural | 58 | 19,287 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Multhan is the largest tehsil in kangra district, covering an area of 979.00 km², while Thural is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 57.68 km². Palampur is the most populous, whereas Multhan is the least populous tehsil in kangra district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Multhan | Palampur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Thural | Thural |
Population of Kangra District
The population of Kangra 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 Kangra, 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 | 15,10,075 | 14,23,794 | 86,281 |
| Total Male Population | 7,50,591 | 7,05,365 | 45,226 |
| Total Female Population | 7,59,484 | 7,18,429 | 41,055 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,64,607 | 1,56,586 | 8,021 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 87,741 | 83,419 | 4,322 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 76,866 | 73,167 | 3,699 |
| Literate Population | 11,52,640 | 10,82,442 | 70,198 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,06,443 | 5,68,564 | 37,879 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,46,197 | 5,13,878 | 32,319 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,57,435 | 3,41,352 | 16,083 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,44,148 | 1,36,801 | 7,347 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,13,287 | 2,04,551 | 8,736 |
| Households | 3,38,887 | 3,18,379 | 20,508 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kangra district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kangra district is 15,10,075, including 7,50,591 males and 7,59,484 females. In rural areas, it is 14,23,794, including 7,05,365 males and 7,18,429 females. In urban areas, it is 86,281, including 45,226 males and 41,055 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kangra district is 1,64,607, including 87,741 boys and 76,866 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,56,586, including 83,419 boys and 73,167 girls. In urban areas, it is 8,021, including 4,322 boys and 3,699 girls.
- Literate population in Kangra district is around 11,52,640, including 6,06,443 males and 5,46,197 females. In rural areas, it is 10,82,442, including 5,68,564 males and 5,13,878 females. In urban areas, it is 70,198, including 37,879 males and 32,319 females.
- Illiterate population in Kangra district is about 3,57,435, including 1,44,148 males and 2,13,287 females. In rural areas, it is 3,41,352, including 1,36,801 males and 2,04,551 females. In urban areas, it is 16,083, including 7,347 males and 8,736 females.
- There are about 3,38,887 households in Kangra district, including 3,18,379 in rural areas and 20,508 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kangra. 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 | 3,19,385 | 3,04,802 | 14,583 |
| SC Male Population | 1,59,697 | 1,52,186 | 7,511 |
| SC Female Population | 1,59,688 | 1,52,616 | 7,072 |
| Total ST Population | 84,564 | 80,234 | 4,330 |
| ST Male Population | 41,745 | 39,498 | 2,247 |
| ST Female Population | 42,819 | 40,736 | 2,083 |
| Population Density | 263 / km² | 250 / km² | 1,810 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kangra district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kangra district is approximately 3,19,385, including 1,59,697 males and 1,59,688 females. In rural areas, it is 3,04,802, including 1,52,186 males and 1,52,616 females. In urban areas, it is 14,583, including 7,511 males and 7,072 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kangra district is about 84,564, including 41,745 males and 42,819 females. In rural areas, it is 80,234, including 39,498 males and 40,736 females. In urban areas, it is 4,330, including 2,247 males and 2,083 females.
- Overall population density of Kangra district is around 263 people per km². Rural areas have about 250 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,810 people per km².