Rajouri
Rajouri is a district in the Jammu & Kashmir State of India. The total area of Rajouri district is 2,630 km², which includes 2,608.11 km² of rural area and 21.89 km² of urban area. There are about 375 villages in Rajouri district.
For administrative convenience, Rajouri 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 7 tehsils in Rajouri district. Here is the list of all Rajouri Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Rajouri District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Budhal | 468 | 1,23,050 |
| 2 | Darhal | 80 | 36,227 |
| 3 | Kalakote | 413 | 72,667 |
| 4 | Nowshehra | 482 | 89,416 |
| 5 | Rajauri | 593 | 1,89,067 |
| 6 | Sunderbani | 333 | 64,215 |
| 7 | Thanamandi | 149 | 67,773 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Rajauri is the largest tehsil in rajouri district by both area and population. Darhal is the smallest tehsil in rajouri district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Rajauri | Rajauri |
| Smallest Tehsil | Darhal | Darhal |
Population of Rajouri District
The population of Rajouri 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 Rajouri, 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 | 6,42,415 | 5,90,101 | 52,314 |
| Total Male Population | 3,45,351 | 3,10,748 | 34,603 |
| Total Female Population | 2,97,064 | 2,79,353 | 17,711 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,08,271 | 1,03,424 | 4,847 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 58,051 | 55,404 | 2,647 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 50,220 | 48,020 | 2,200 |
| Literate Population | 3,64,109 | 3,21,210 | 42,899 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,24,469 | 1,94,113 | 30,356 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,39,640 | 1,27,097 | 12,543 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,78,306 | 2,68,891 | 9,415 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,20,882 | 1,16,635 | 4,247 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,57,424 | 1,52,256 | 5,168 |
| Households | 1,30,401 | 1,22,645 | 7,756 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Rajouri district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Rajouri district is 6,42,415, including 3,45,351 males and 2,97,064 females. In rural areas, it is 5,90,101, including 3,10,748 males and 2,79,353 females. In urban areas, it is 52,314, including 34,603 males and 17,711 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Rajouri district is 1,08,271, including 58,051 boys and 50,220 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,03,424, including 55,404 boys and 48,020 girls. In urban areas, it is 4,847, including 2,647 boys and 2,200 girls.
- Literate population in Rajouri district is around 3,64,109, including 2,24,469 males and 1,39,640 females. In rural areas, it is 3,21,210, including 1,94,113 males and 1,27,097 females. In urban areas, it is 42,899, including 30,356 males and 12,543 females.
- Illiterate population in Rajouri district is about 2,78,306, including 1,20,882 males and 1,57,424 females. In rural areas, it is 2,68,891, including 1,16,635 males and 1,52,256 females. In urban areas, it is 9,415, including 4,247 males and 5,168 females.
- There are about 1,30,401 households in Rajouri district, including 1,22,645 in rural areas and 7,756 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Rajouri. 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 | 48,157 | 46,141 | 2,016 |
| SC Male Population | 25,170 | 23,907 | 1,263 |
| SC Female Population | 22,987 | 22,234 | 753 |
| Total ST Population | 2,32,815 | 2,29,692 | 3,123 |
| ST Male Population | 1,21,374 | 1,19,658 | 1,716 |
| ST Female Population | 1,11,441 | 1,10,034 | 1,407 |
| Population Density | 244 / km² | 226 / km² | 2,390 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Rajouri district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Rajouri district is approximately 48,157, including 25,170 males and 22,987 females. In rural areas, it is 46,141, including 23,907 males and 22,234 females. In urban areas, it is 2,016, including 1,263 males and 753 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Rajouri district is about 2,32,815, including 1,21,374 males and 1,11,441 females. In rural areas, it is 2,29,692, including 1,19,658 males and 1,10,034 females. In urban areas, it is 3,123, including 1,716 males and 1,407 females.
- Overall population density of Rajouri district is around 244 people per km². Rural areas have about 226 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,390 people per km².