Bandipore
Bandipore is a district in the Jammu & Kashmir State of India. The total area of Bandipore district is 345 km², which includes 295.37 km² of rural area and 49.63 km² of urban area. There are about 119 villages in Bandipore district.
For administrative convenience, Bandipore 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 3 tehsils in Bandipore district. Here is the list of all Bandipore Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Bandipore District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bandipora | 116 | 1,77,738 |
| 2 | Gurez | 45 | 37,992 |
| 3 | Sonawari | 184 | 1,76,502 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Sonawari is the largest tehsil in bandipore district by area, while Bandipora is the largest by population. Gurez is the smallest tehsil in bandipore district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Sonawari | Bandipora |
| Smallest Tehsil | Gurez | Gurez |
Population of Bandipore District
The population of Bandipore 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 Bandipore, 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 | 3,92,232 | 3,26,871 | 65,361 |
| Total Male Population | 2,07,680 | 1,72,263 | 35,417 |
| Total Female Population | 1,84,552 | 1,54,608 | 29,944 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 61,754 | 54,137 | 7,617 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 32,641 | 28,596 | 4,045 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 29,113 | 25,541 | 3,572 |
| Literate Population | 1,85,979 | 1,48,187 | 37,792 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,17,058 | 93,233 | 23,825 |
| Literate Female Population | 68,921 | 54,954 | 13,967 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,06,253 | 1,78,684 | 27,569 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 90,622 | 79,030 | 11,592 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,15,631 | 99,654 | 15,977 |
| Households | 58,392 | 48,794 | 9,598 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bandipore district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bandipore district is 3,92,232, including 2,07,680 males and 1,84,552 females. In rural areas, it is 3,26,871, including 1,72,263 males and 1,54,608 females. In urban areas, it is 65,361, including 35,417 males and 29,944 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bandipore district is 61,754, including 32,641 boys and 29,113 girls. In rural areas, it is 54,137, including 28,596 boys and 25,541 girls. In urban areas, it is 7,617, including 4,045 boys and 3,572 girls.
- Literate population in Bandipore district is around 1,85,979, including 1,17,058 males and 68,921 females. In rural areas, it is 1,48,187, including 93,233 males and 54,954 females. In urban areas, it is 37,792, including 23,825 males and 13,967 females.
- Illiterate population in Bandipore district is about 2,06,253, including 90,622 males and 1,15,631 females. In rural areas, it is 1,78,684, including 79,030 males and 99,654 females. In urban areas, it is 27,569, including 11,592 males and 15,977 females.
- There are about 58,392 households in Bandipore district, including 48,794 in rural areas and 9,598 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bandipore. 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 | 392 | 105 | 287 |
| SC Male Population | 375 | 105 | 270 |
| SC Female Population | 17 | N/A | 17 |
| Total ST Population | 75,374 | 74,515 | 859 |
| ST Male Population | 39,398 | 38,899 | 499 |
| ST Female Population | 35,976 | 35,616 | 360 |
| Population Density | 1,137 / km² | 1,107 / km² | 1,317 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bandipore district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bandipore district is approximately 392, including 375 males and 17 females. In rural areas, it is 105. In urban areas, it is 287, including 270 males and 17 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bandipore district is about 75,374, including 39,398 males and 35,976 females. In rural areas, it is 74,515, including 38,899 males and 35,616 females. In urban areas, it is 859, including 499 males and 360 females.
- Overall population density of Bandipore district is around 1,137 people per km². Rural areas have about 1,107 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,317 people per km².