Pulwama
Pulwama is a district in the Jammu & Kashmir State of India. The total area of Pulwama district is 1,086 km², which includes 1,047.45 km² of rural area and 38.55 km² of urban area. There are about 319 villages in Pulwama district.
For administrative convenience, Pulwama 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 Pulwama district. Here is the list of all Pulwama Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Pulwama District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Awantipora | 117 | 86,507 |
| 2 | Pampore | 112 | 81,564 |
| 3 | Pulwama | 289 | 2,82,173 |
| 4 | Tral | 118 | 1,10,196 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Pulwama is the largest tehsil in pulwama district by both area and population. Pampore is the smallest tehsil in pulwama district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Pulwama | Pulwama |
| Smallest Tehsil | Pampore | Pampore |
Population of Pulwama District
The population of Pulwama 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 Pulwama, 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 | 5,60,440 | 4,79,978 | 80,462 |
| Total Male Population | 2,93,064 | 2,48,096 | 44,968 |
| Total Female Population | 2,67,376 | 2,31,882 | 35,494 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 97,374 | 83,598 | 13,776 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 53,234 | 45,828 | 7,406 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 44,140 | 37,770 | 6,370 |
| Literate Population | 2,93,958 | 2,45,179 | 48,779 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,78,326 | 1,47,229 | 31,097 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,15,632 | 97,950 | 17,682 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,66,482 | 2,34,799 | 31,683 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,14,738 | 1,00,867 | 13,871 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,51,744 | 1,33,932 | 17,812 |
| Households | 86,241 | 75,587 | 10,654 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Pulwama district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Pulwama district is 5,60,440, including 2,93,064 males and 2,67,376 females. In rural areas, it is 4,79,978, including 2,48,096 males and 2,31,882 females. In urban areas, it is 80,462, including 44,968 males and 35,494 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Pulwama district is 97,374, including 53,234 boys and 44,140 girls. In rural areas, it is 83,598, including 45,828 boys and 37,770 girls. In urban areas, it is 13,776, including 7,406 boys and 6,370 girls.
- Literate population in Pulwama district is around 2,93,958, including 1,78,326 males and 1,15,632 females. In rural areas, it is 2,45,179, including 1,47,229 males and 97,950 females. In urban areas, it is 48,779, including 31,097 males and 17,682 females.
- Illiterate population in Pulwama district is about 2,66,482, including 1,14,738 males and 1,51,744 females. In rural areas, it is 2,34,799, including 1,00,867 males and 1,33,932 females. In urban areas, it is 31,683, including 13,871 males and 17,812 females.
- There are about 86,241 households in Pulwama district, including 75,587 in rural areas and 10,654 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Pulwama. 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 | 402 | 52 | 350 |
| SC Male Population | 397 | 48 | 349 |
| SC Female Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Total ST Population | 22,607 | 22,189 | 418 |
| ST Male Population | 11,837 | 11,528 | 309 |
| ST Female Population | 10,770 | 10,661 | 109 |
| Population Density | 516 / km² | 458 / km² | 2,087 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Pulwama district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Pulwama district is approximately 402, including 397 males and 5 females. In rural areas, it is 52, including 48 males and 4 females. In urban areas, it is 350, including 349 males and 1 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Pulwama district is about 22,607, including 11,837 males and 10,770 females. In rural areas, it is 22,189, including 11,528 males and 10,661 females. In urban areas, it is 418, including 309 males and 109 females.
- Overall population density of Pulwama district is around 516 people per km². Rural areas have about 458 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,087 people per km².