Jammu
Jammu is a district in the Jammu & Kashmir State of India. The total area of Jammu district is 2,342 km², which includes 2,089.87 km² of rural area and 252.13 km² of urban area. There are about 780 villages in Jammu district.
For administrative convenience, Jammu 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 Jammu district. Here is the list of all Jammu Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Jammu District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akhnoor | 970 | 2,50,446 |
| 2 | Bishnah | 158 | 1,11,438 |
| 3 | Jammu | 1,070 | 9,70,335 |
| 4 | Ranbir Singh Pora | 245 | 1,97,739 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Jammu is the largest tehsil in jammu district by both area and population. Bishnah is the smallest tehsil in jammu district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Jammu | Jammu |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bishnah | Bishnah |
Population of Jammu District
The population of Jammu 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 Jammu, 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 | 15,29,958 | 7,64,945 | 7,65,013 |
| Total Male Population | 8,13,821 | 4,01,603 | 4,12,218 |
| Total Female Population | 7,16,137 | 3,63,342 | 3,52,795 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,67,363 | 94,101 | 73,262 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 93,242 | 53,058 | 40,184 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 74,121 | 41,043 | 33,078 |
| Literate Population | 11,37,135 | 5,24,881 | 6,12,254 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,41,916 | 2,98,200 | 3,43,716 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,95,219 | 2,26,681 | 2,68,538 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,92,823 | 2,40,064 | 1,52,759 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,71,905 | 1,03,403 | 68,502 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,20,918 | 1,36,661 | 84,257 |
| Households | 3,14,199 | 1,59,291 | 1,54,908 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Jammu district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Jammu district is 15,29,958, including 8,13,821 males and 7,16,137 females. In rural areas, it is 7,64,945, including 4,01,603 males and 3,63,342 females. In urban areas, it is 7,65,013, including 4,12,218 males and 3,52,795 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Jammu district is 1,67,363, including 93,242 boys and 74,121 girls. In rural areas, it is 94,101, including 53,058 boys and 41,043 girls. In urban areas, it is 73,262, including 40,184 boys and 33,078 girls.
- Literate population in Jammu district is around 11,37,135, including 6,41,916 males and 4,95,219 females. In rural areas, it is 5,24,881, including 2,98,200 males and 2,26,681 females. In urban areas, it is 6,12,254, including 3,43,716 males and 2,68,538 females.
- Illiterate population in Jammu district is about 3,92,823, including 1,71,905 males and 2,20,918 females. In rural areas, it is 2,40,064, including 1,03,403 males and 1,36,661 females. In urban areas, it is 1,52,759, including 68,502 males and 84,257 females.
- There are about 3,14,199 households in Jammu district, including 1,59,291 in rural areas and 1,54,908 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Jammu. 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 | 3,77,991 | 2,68,098 | 1,09,893 |
| SC Male Population | 1,97,610 | 1,40,062 | 57,548 |
| SC Female Population | 1,80,381 | 1,28,036 | 52,345 |
| Total ST Population | 69,193 | 47,138 | 22,055 |
| ST Male Population | 36,323 | 24,647 | 11,676 |
| ST Female Population | 32,870 | 22,491 | 10,379 |
| Population Density | 653 / km² | 366 / km² | 3,034 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Jammu district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Jammu district is approximately 3,77,991, including 1,97,610 males and 1,80,381 females. In rural areas, it is 2,68,098, including 1,40,062 males and 1,28,036 females. In urban areas, it is 1,09,893, including 57,548 males and 52,345 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Jammu district is about 69,193, including 36,323 males and 32,870 females. In rural areas, it is 47,138, including 24,647 males and 22,491 females. In urban areas, it is 22,055, including 11,676 males and 10,379 females.
- Overall population density of Jammu district is around 653 people per km². Rural areas have about 366 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,034 people per km².