Bagalkot
Bagalkot is a district in the Karnataka State of India. The total area of Bagalkot district is 6,552 km², which includes 6,369.08 km² of rural area and 182.92 km² of urban area. There are about 613 villages in Bagalkot district.
For administrative convenience, Bagalkot 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 6 talukas in Bagalkot district. Here is the list of all Bagalkot Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Bagalkot District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Badami | 1,384 | 3,30,860 |
| 2 | Bagalkot | 925 | 2,85,114 |
| 3 | Bilgi | 781 | 1,60,294 |
| 4 | Hungund | 1,359 | 3,21,338 |
| 5 | Jamkhandi | 1,159 | 4,70,176 |
| 6 | Mudhol | 934 | 2,85,915 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Badami | Jamkhandi |
| Smallest Tehsil | Area not under any Sub-district | Area not under any Sub-district |
Population of Bagalkot District
The population of Bagalkot 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 Bagalkot, 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 | 18,89,752 | 12,91,906 | 5,97,846 |
| Total Male Population | 9,50,111 | 6,50,267 | 2,99,844 |
| Total Female Population | 9,39,641 | 6,41,639 | 2,98,002 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,71,908 | 1,93,893 | 78,015 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,40,551 | 1,00,150 | 40,401 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,31,357 | 93,743 | 37,614 |
| Literate Population | 11,13,412 | 7,04,912 | 4,08,500 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,41,388 | 4,16,846 | 2,24,542 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,72,024 | 2,88,066 | 1,83,958 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,76,340 | 5,86,994 | 1,89,346 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,08,723 | 2,33,421 | 75,302 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,67,617 | 3,53,573 | 1,14,044 |
| Households | 3,61,149 | 2,42,690 | 1,18,459 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bagalkot district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bagalkot district is 18,89,752, including 9,50,111 males and 9,39,641 females. In rural areas, it is 12,91,906, including 6,50,267 males and 6,41,639 females. In urban areas, it is 5,97,846, including 2,99,844 males and 2,98,002 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bagalkot district is 2,71,908, including 1,40,551 boys and 1,31,357 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,93,893, including 1,00,150 boys and 93,743 girls. In urban areas, it is 78,015, including 40,401 boys and 37,614 girls.
- Literate population in Bagalkot district is around 11,13,412, including 6,41,388 males and 4,72,024 females. In rural areas, it is 7,04,912, including 4,16,846 males and 2,88,066 females. In urban areas, it is 4,08,500, including 2,24,542 males and 1,83,958 females.
- Illiterate population in Bagalkot district is about 7,76,340, including 3,08,723 males and 4,67,617 females. In rural areas, it is 5,86,994, including 2,33,421 males and 3,53,573 females. In urban areas, it is 1,89,346, including 75,302 males and 1,14,044 females.
- There are about 3,61,149 households in Bagalkot district, including 2,42,690 in rural areas and 1,18,459 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bagalkot. 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 | 3,19,149 | 2,38,014 | 81,135 |
| SC Male Population | 1,58,135 | 1,18,054 | 40,081 |
| SC Female Population | 1,61,014 | 1,19,960 | 41,054 |
| Total ST Population | 97,203 | 80,820 | 16,383 |
| ST Male Population | 48,470 | 40,322 | 8,148 |
| ST Female Population | 48,733 | 40,498 | 8,235 |
| Population Density | 288 / km² | 203 / km² | 3,268 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bagalkot district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bagalkot district is approximately 3,19,149, including 1,58,135 males and 1,61,014 females. In rural areas, it is 2,38,014, including 1,18,054 males and 1,19,960 females. In urban areas, it is 81,135, including 40,081 males and 41,054 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bagalkot district is about 97,203, including 48,470 males and 48,733 females. In rural areas, it is 80,820, including 40,322 males and 40,498 females. In urban areas, it is 16,383, including 8,148 males and 8,235 females.
- Overall population density of Bagalkot district is around 288 people per km². Rural areas have about 203 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,268 people per km².