Kathua
Kathua is a district in the Jammu & Kashmir State of India. The total area of Kathua district is 2,502 km², which includes 2,458.84 km² of rural area and 43.16 km² of urban area. There are about 496 villages in Kathua district.
For administrative convenience, Kathua 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 Kathua district. Here is the list of all Kathua Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Kathua District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bani | 468 | 45,996 |
| 2 | Bashohli | 344 | 70,810 |
| 3 | Billawar | 675 | 1,50,882 |
| 4 | Hiranagar | 389 | 1,37,798 |
| 5 | Kathua | 564 | 2,10,949 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Billawar is the largest tehsil in kathua district, covering an area of 675.12 km², while Bashohli is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 344.24 km². Kathua is the most populous, whereas Bani is the least populous tehsil in kathua district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Billawar | Kathua |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bashohli | Bashohli |
Population of Kathua District
The population of Kathua 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 Kathua, 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 | 6,16,435 | 5,26,722 | 89,713 |
| Total Male Population | 3,26,109 | 2,78,126 | 47,983 |
| Total Female Population | 2,90,326 | 2,48,596 | 41,730 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 83,936 | 74,401 | 9,535 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 45,833 | 40,571 | 5,262 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 38,103 | 33,830 | 4,273 |
| Literate Population | 3,89,204 | 3,20,364 | 68,840 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,28,499 | 1,89,875 | 38,624 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,60,705 | 1,30,489 | 30,216 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,27,231 | 2,06,358 | 20,873 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 97,610 | 88,251 | 9,359 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,29,621 | 1,18,107 | 11,514 |
| Households | 1,19,583 | 1,01,651 | 17,932 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kathua district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kathua district is 6,16,435, including 3,26,109 males and 2,90,326 females. In rural areas, it is 5,26,722, including 2,78,126 males and 2,48,596 females. In urban areas, it is 89,713, including 47,983 males and 41,730 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kathua district is 83,936, including 45,833 boys and 38,103 girls. In rural areas, it is 74,401, including 40,571 boys and 33,830 girls. In urban areas, it is 9,535, including 5,262 boys and 4,273 girls.
- Literate population in Kathua district is around 3,89,204, including 2,28,499 males and 1,60,705 females. In rural areas, it is 3,20,364, including 1,89,875 males and 1,30,489 females. In urban areas, it is 68,840, including 38,624 males and 30,216 females.
- Illiterate population in Kathua district is about 2,27,231, including 97,610 males and 1,29,621 females. In rural areas, it is 2,06,358, including 88,251 males and 1,18,107 females. In urban areas, it is 20,873, including 9,359 males and 11,514 females.
- There are about 1,19,583 households in Kathua district, including 1,01,651 in rural areas and 17,932 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kathua. 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 | 1,41,224 | 1,19,693 | 21,531 |
| SC Male Population | 74,644 | 63,321 | 11,323 |
| SC Female Population | 66,580 | 56,372 | 10,208 |
| Total ST Population | 53,307 | 52,019 | 1,288 |
| ST Male Population | 27,693 | 27,022 | 671 |
| ST Female Population | 25,614 | 24,997 | 617 |
| Population Density | 246 / km² | 214 / km² | 2,079 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kathua district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kathua district is approximately 1,41,224, including 74,644 males and 66,580 females. In rural areas, it is 1,19,693, including 63,321 males and 56,372 females. In urban areas, it is 21,531, including 11,323 males and 10,208 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kathua district is about 53,307, including 27,693 males and 25,614 females. In rural areas, it is 52,019, including 27,022 males and 24,997 females. In urban areas, it is 1,288, including 671 males and 617 females.
- Overall population density of Kathua district is around 246 people per km². Rural areas have about 214 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,079 people per km².