Una
Una is a district in the Himachal Pradesh State of India. The total area of Una district is 1,540 km², which includes 1,519.51 km² of rural area and 20.49 km² of urban area. There are about 790 villages in Una district.
For administrative convenience, Una 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 5 tehsils in Una district. Here is the list of all Una Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Una District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amb | 509 | 1,68,793 |
| 2 | Bangana | 417 | 73,035 |
| 3 | Bharwain | 81 | 17,847 |
| 4 | Haroli | 198 | 71,416 |
| 5 | Una | 336 | 1,90,082 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Amb is the largest tehsil in una district by area, while Una is the largest by population. Bharwain is the smallest tehsil in una district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Amb | Una |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bharwain | Bharwain |
Population of Una District
The population of Una 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 Una, 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 | 5,21,173 | 4,76,260 | 44,913 |
| Total Male Population | 2,63,692 | 2,40,254 | 23,438 |
| Total Female Population | 2,57,481 | 2,36,006 | 21,475 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 59,231 | 54,404 | 4,827 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 31,591 | 29,061 | 2,530 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 27,640 | 25,343 | 2,297 |
| Literate Population | 3,99,715 | 3,64,981 | 34,734 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,13,281 | 1,94,476 | 18,805 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,86,434 | 1,70,505 | 15,929 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,21,458 | 1,11,279 | 10,179 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 50,411 | 45,778 | 4,633 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 71,047 | 65,501 | 5,546 |
| Households | 1,10,332 | 1,00,502 | 9,830 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Una district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Una district is 5,21,173, including 2,63,692 males and 2,57,481 females. In rural areas, it is 4,76,260, including 2,40,254 males and 2,36,006 females. In urban areas, it is 44,913, including 23,438 males and 21,475 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Una district is 59,231, including 31,591 boys and 27,640 girls. In rural areas, it is 54,404, including 29,061 boys and 25,343 girls. In urban areas, it is 4,827, including 2,530 boys and 2,297 girls.
- Literate population in Una district is around 3,99,715, including 2,13,281 males and 1,86,434 females. In rural areas, it is 3,64,981, including 1,94,476 males and 1,70,505 females. In urban areas, it is 34,734, including 18,805 males and 15,929 females.
- Illiterate population in Una district is about 1,21,458, including 50,411 males and 71,047 females. In rural areas, it is 1,11,279, including 45,778 males and 65,501 females. In urban areas, it is 10,179, including 4,633 males and 5,546 females.
- There are about 1,10,332 households in Una district, including 1,00,502 in rural areas and 9,830 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Una. 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 | 1,15,491 | 1,08,046 | 7,445 |
| SC Male Population | 58,601 | 54,768 | 3,833 |
| SC Female Population | 56,890 | 53,278 | 3,612 |
| Total ST Population | 8,601 | 8,452 | 149 |
| ST Male Population | 4,445 | 4,366 | 79 |
| ST Female Population | 4,156 | 4,086 | 70 |
| Population Density | 338 / km² | 313 / km² | 2,192 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Una district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Una district is approximately 1,15,491, including 58,601 males and 56,890 females. In rural areas, it is 1,08,046, including 54,768 males and 53,278 females. In urban areas, it is 7,445, including 3,833 males and 3,612 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Una district is about 8,601, including 4,445 males and 4,156 females. In rural areas, it is 8,452, including 4,366 males and 4,086 females. In urban areas, it is 149, including 79 males and 70 females.
- Overall population density of Una district is around 338 people per km². Rural areas have about 313 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,192 people per km².