Doda
Doda is a district in the Jammu & Kashmir State of India. The total area of Doda district is 8,912 km², which includes 8,892.25 km² of rural area and 19.75 km² of urban area. There are about 402 villages in Doda district.
For administrative convenience, Doda 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 4 tehsils in Doda district. Here is the list of all Doda Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Doda District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhaderwah | 112 | 75,376 |
| 2 | Doda | 1,024 | 2,02,716 |
| 3 | Gandoh | 105 | 71,889 |
| 4 | Thathri | 124 | 59,955 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Doda is the largest tehsil in doda district by both area and population. Gandoh is the smallest tehsil in doda district by area, while Thathri is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Doda | Doda |
| Smallest Tehsil | Gandoh | Gandoh |
Population of Doda District
The population of Doda 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 Doda, 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 | 4,09,936 | 3,77,247 | 32,689 |
| Total Male Population | 2,13,641 | 1,95,430 | 18,211 |
| Total Female Population | 1,96,295 | 1,81,817 | 14,478 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 71,240 | 67,207 | 4,033 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 36,862 | 34,659 | 2,203 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 34,378 | 32,548 | 1,830 |
| Literate Population | 2,19,083 | 1,94,550 | 24,533 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,38,620 | 1,23,819 | 14,801 |
| Literate Female Population | 80,463 | 70,731 | 9,732 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,90,853 | 1,82,697 | 8,156 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 75,021 | 71,611 | 3,410 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,15,832 | 1,11,086 | 4,746 |
| Households | 79,636 | 72,917 | 6,719 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Doda district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Doda district is 4,09,936, including 2,13,641 males and 1,96,295 females. In rural areas, it is 3,77,247, including 1,95,430 males and 1,81,817 females. In urban areas, it is 32,689, including 18,211 males and 14,478 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Doda district is 71,240, including 36,862 boys and 34,378 girls. In rural areas, it is 67,207, including 34,659 boys and 32,548 girls. In urban areas, it is 4,033, including 2,203 boys and 1,830 girls.
- Literate population in Doda district is around 2,19,083, including 1,38,620 males and 80,463 females. In rural areas, it is 1,94,550, including 1,23,819 males and 70,731 females. In urban areas, it is 24,533, including 14,801 males and 9,732 females.
- Illiterate population in Doda district is about 1,90,853, including 75,021 males and 1,15,832 females. In rural areas, it is 1,82,697, including 71,611 males and 1,11,086 females. In urban areas, it is 8,156, including 3,410 males and 4,746 females.
- There are about 79,636 households in Doda district, including 72,917 in rural areas and 6,719 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Doda. 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 | 53,408 | 52,339 | 1,069 |
| SC Male Population | 27,209 | 26,659 | 550 |
| SC Female Population | 26,199 | 25,680 | 519 |
| Total ST Population | 39,216 | 38,601 | 615 |
| ST Male Population | 20,377 | 20,016 | 361 |
| ST Female Population | 18,839 | 18,585 | 254 |
| Population Density | 46 / km² | 42 / km² | 1,655 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Doda district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Doda district is approximately 53,408, including 27,209 males and 26,199 females. In rural areas, it is 52,339, including 26,659 males and 25,680 females. In urban areas, it is 1,069, including 550 males and 519 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Doda district is about 39,216, including 20,377 males and 18,839 females. In rural areas, it is 38,601, including 20,016 males and 18,585 females. In urban areas, it is 615, including 361 males and 254 females.
- Overall population density of Doda district is around 46 people per km². Rural areas have about 42 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,655 people per km².