Kulgam
Kulgam is a district in the Jammu & Kashmir State of India. The total area of Kulgam district is 410 km², which includes 360.20 km² of rural area and 49.80 km² of urban area. There are about 226 villages in Kulgam district.
For administrative convenience, Kulgam 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 Kulgam district. Here is the list of all Kulgam Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Kulgam District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Damhal Hanjipora | 125 | 1,06,817 |
| 2 | Devsar | 20 | 31,893 |
| 3 | Kulgam | 265 | 2,85,773 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kulgam is the largest tehsil in kulgam district by both area and population. Devsar is the smallest tehsil in kulgam district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kulgam | Kulgam |
| Smallest Tehsil | Devsar | Devsar |
Population of Kulgam District
The population of Kulgam 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 Kulgam, 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 | 4,24,483 | 3,43,870 | 80,613 |
| Total Male Population | 2,17,620 | 1,75,574 | 42,046 |
| Total Female Population | 2,06,863 | 1,68,296 | 38,567 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 71,501 | 59,762 | 11,739 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 37,929 | 31,708 | 6,221 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 33,572 | 28,054 | 5,518 |
| Literate Population | 2,09,085 | 1,63,112 | 45,973 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,25,052 | 97,243 | 27,809 |
| Literate Female Population | 84,033 | 65,869 | 18,164 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,15,398 | 1,80,758 | 34,640 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 92,568 | 78,331 | 14,237 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,22,830 | 1,02,427 | 20,403 |
| Households | 73,728 | 59,922 | 13,806 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kulgam district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kulgam district is 4,24,483, including 2,17,620 males and 2,06,863 females. In rural areas, it is 3,43,870, including 1,75,574 males and 1,68,296 females. In urban areas, it is 80,613, including 42,046 males and 38,567 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kulgam district is 71,501, including 37,929 boys and 33,572 girls. In rural areas, it is 59,762, including 31,708 boys and 28,054 girls. In urban areas, it is 11,739, including 6,221 boys and 5,518 girls.
- Literate population in Kulgam district is around 2,09,085, including 1,25,052 males and 84,033 females. In rural areas, it is 1,63,112, including 97,243 males and 65,869 females. In urban areas, it is 45,973, including 27,809 males and 18,164 females.
- Illiterate population in Kulgam district is about 2,15,398, including 92,568 males and 1,22,830 females. In rural areas, it is 1,80,758, including 78,331 males and 1,02,427 females. In urban areas, it is 34,640, including 14,237 males and 20,403 females.
- There are about 73,728 households in Kulgam district, including 59,922 in rural areas and 13,806 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kulgam. 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 | 21 | 18 | 3 |
| SC Male Population | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| SC Female Population | 10 | 10 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 26,525 | 25,802 | 723 |
| ST Male Population | 13,888 | 13,520 | 368 |
| ST Female Population | 12,637 | 12,282 | 355 |
| Population Density | 1,035 / km² | 955 / km² | 1,619 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kulgam district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kulgam district is approximately 21, including 11 males and 10 females. In rural areas, it is 18, including 8 males and 10 females. In urban areas, it is 3.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kulgam district is about 26,525, including 13,888 males and 12,637 females. In rural areas, it is 25,802, including 13,520 males and 12,282 females. In urban areas, it is 723, including 368 males and 355 females.
- Overall population density of Kulgam district is around 1,035 people per km². Rural areas have about 955 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,619 people per km².