Kishtwar
Kishtwar is a district in the Jammu & Kashmir State of India. The total area of Kishtwar district is 1,644 km², which includes 1,643.37 km² of rural area and 0.63 km² of urban area. There are about 155 villages in Kishtwar district.
For administrative convenience, Kishtwar 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 Kishtwar district. Here is the list of all Kishtwar Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Kishtwar District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atholi | 248 | 21,548 |
| 2 | Chhatroo | 309 | 44,087 |
| 3 | Kishtwar | 780 | 1,29,489 |
| 4 | Marwah | 307 | 35,572 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kishtwar is the largest tehsil in kishtwar district by both area and population. Atholi (Paddar) is the smallest tehsil in kishtwar district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kishtwar | Kishtwar |
| Smallest Tehsil | Atholi (Paddar) | Atholi (Paddar) |
Population of Kishtwar District
The population of Kishtwar 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 Kishtwar, 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 | 2,30,696 | 2,15,831 | 14,865 |
| Total Male Population | 1,20,165 | 1,11,986 | 8,179 |
| Total Female Population | 1,10,531 | 1,03,845 | 6,686 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 39,396 | 37,769 | 1,627 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 20,479 | 19,608 | 871 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 18,917 | 18,161 | 756 |
| Literate Population | 1,07,506 | 96,112 | 11,394 |
| Literate Male Population | 68,700 | 61,934 | 6,766 |
| Literate Female Population | 38,806 | 34,178 | 4,628 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,23,190 | 1,19,719 | 3,471 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 51,465 | 50,052 | 1,413 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 71,725 | 69,667 | 2,058 |
| Households | 45,209 | 42,499 | 2,710 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kishtwar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kishtwar district is 2,30,696, including 1,20,165 males and 1,10,531 females. In rural areas, it is 2,15,831, including 1,11,986 males and 1,03,845 females. In urban areas, it is 14,865, including 8,179 males and 6,686 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kishtwar district is 39,396, including 20,479 boys and 18,917 girls. In rural areas, it is 37,769, including 19,608 boys and 18,161 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,627, including 871 boys and 756 girls.
- Literate population in Kishtwar district is around 1,07,506, including 68,700 males and 38,806 females. In rural areas, it is 96,112, including 61,934 males and 34,178 females. In urban areas, it is 11,394, including 6,766 males and 4,628 females.
- Illiterate population in Kishtwar district is about 1,23,190, including 51,465 males and 71,725 females. In rural areas, it is 1,19,719, including 50,052 males and 69,667 females. In urban areas, it is 3,471, including 1,413 males and 2,058 females.
- There are about 45,209 households in Kishtwar district, including 42,499 in rural areas and 2,710 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kishtwar. 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 | 14,307 | 14,020 | 287 |
| SC Male Population | 7,322 | 7,163 | 159 |
| SC Female Population | 6,985 | 6,857 | 128 |
| Total ST Population | 38,149 | 38,069 | 80 |
| ST Male Population | 19,889 | 19,840 | 49 |
| ST Female Population | 18,260 | 18,229 | 31 |
| Population Density | 140 / km² | 131 / km² | 23,595 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kishtwar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kishtwar district is approximately 14,307, including 7,322 males and 6,985 females. In rural areas, it is 14,020, including 7,163 males and 6,857 females. In urban areas, it is 287, including 159 males and 128 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kishtwar district is about 38,149, including 19,889 males and 18,260 females. In rural areas, it is 38,069, including 19,840 males and 18,229 females. In urban areas, it is 80, including 49 males and 31 females.
- Overall population density of Kishtwar district is around 140 people per km². Rural areas have about 131 people per km². Urban areas have about 23,595 people per km².