Sirmaur
Sirmaur is a district in the Himachal Pradesh State of India. The total area of Sirmaur district is 2,825 km², which includes 2,805.88 km² of rural area and 19.12 km² of urban area. There are about 968 villages in Sirmaur district.
For administrative convenience, Sirmaur 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 10 tehsils in Sirmaur district. Here is the list of all Sirmaur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Sirmaur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dadahu | 132 | 17,403 |
| 2 | Kamrau | 164 | 37,066 |
| 3 | Nahan | 298 | 84,149 |
| 4 | Nohra | 182 | 23,022 |
| 5 | Pachhad | 394 | 53,800 |
| 6 | Paonta Sahib | 737 | 1,57,799 |
| 7 | Rajgarh | 379 | 48,999 |
| 8 | Renuka | 297 | 47,388 |
| 9 | Ronhat | 116 | 23,324 |
| 10 | Shalai | 127 | 36,905 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Paonta Sahib is the largest tehsil in sirmaur district by both area and population. Ronhat is the smallest tehsil in sirmaur district by area, while Dadahu is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Paonta Sahib | Paonta Sahib |
| Smallest Tehsil | Ronhat | Ronhat |
Population of Sirmaur District
The population of Sirmaur 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 Sirmaur, 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 | 5,29,855 | 4,72,690 | 57,165 |
| Total Male Population | 2,76,289 | 2,46,175 | 30,114 |
| Total Female Population | 2,53,566 | 2,26,515 | 27,051 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 69,620 | 63,387 | 6,233 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 36,107 | 32,780 | 3,327 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 33,513 | 30,607 | 2,906 |
| Literate Population | 3,62,645 | 3,16,436 | 46,209 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,05,617 | 1,80,611 | 25,006 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,57,028 | 1,35,825 | 21,203 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,67,210 | 1,56,254 | 10,956 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 70,672 | 65,564 | 5,108 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 96,538 | 90,690 | 5,848 |
| Households | 98,208 | 85,087 | 13,121 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Sirmaur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Sirmaur district is 5,29,855, including 2,76,289 males and 2,53,566 females. In rural areas, it is 4,72,690, including 2,46,175 males and 2,26,515 females. In urban areas, it is 57,165, including 30,114 males and 27,051 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Sirmaur district is 69,620, including 36,107 boys and 33,513 girls. In rural areas, it is 63,387, including 32,780 boys and 30,607 girls. In urban areas, it is 6,233, including 3,327 boys and 2,906 girls.
- Literate population in Sirmaur district is around 3,62,645, including 2,05,617 males and 1,57,028 females. In rural areas, it is 3,16,436, including 1,80,611 males and 1,35,825 females. In urban areas, it is 46,209, including 25,006 males and 21,203 females.
- Illiterate population in Sirmaur district is about 1,67,210, including 70,672 males and 96,538 females. In rural areas, it is 1,56,254, including 65,564 males and 90,690 females. In urban areas, it is 10,956, including 5,108 males and 5,848 females.
- There are about 98,208 households in Sirmaur district, including 85,087 in rural areas and 13,121 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Sirmaur. 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 | 1,60,745 | 1,49,719 | 11,026 |
| SC Male Population | 83,017 | 77,367 | 5,650 |
| SC Female Population | 77,728 | 72,352 | 5,376 |
| Total ST Population | 11,262 | 10,915 | 347 |
| ST Male Population | 5,912 | 5,702 | 210 |
| ST Female Population | 5,350 | 5,213 | 137 |
| Population Density | 188 / km² | 168 / km² | 2,990 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Sirmaur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sirmaur district is approximately 1,60,745, including 83,017 males and 77,728 females. In rural areas, it is 1,49,719, including 77,367 males and 72,352 females. In urban areas, it is 11,026, including 5,650 males and 5,376 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Sirmaur district is about 11,262, including 5,912 males and 5,350 females. In rural areas, it is 10,915, including 5,702 males and 5,213 females. In urban areas, it is 347, including 210 males and 137 females.
- Overall population density of Sirmaur district is around 188 people per km². Rural areas have about 168 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,990 people per km².