Bangalore Rural
Bangalore Rural is a district in the Karnataka State of India. The total area of Bangalore Rural district is 2,298 km², which includes 2,229.55 km² of rural area and 68.45 km² of urban area. There are about 957 villages in Bangalore Rural district.
For administrative convenience, Bangalore Rural 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 talukas in Bangalore Rural district. Here is the list of all Bangalore Rural Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Bangalore Rural District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Devanahalli | 446 | 2,09,622 |
| 2 | Dod Ballapur | 797 | 2,99,594 |
| 3 | Hosakote | 548 | 2,70,818 |
| 4 | Nelamangala | 507 | 2,10,889 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Dod Ballapur is the largest taluka in bangalore rural district by both area and population. Devanahalli is the smallest taluka in bangalore rural district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Dod Ballapur | Dod Ballapur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Devanahalli | Devanahalli |
Population of Bangalore Rural District
The population of Bangalore Rural 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 Bangalore Rural, 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 | 9,90,923 | 7,22,179 | 2,68,744 |
| Total Male Population | 5,09,172 | 3,71,369 | 1,37,803 |
| Total Female Population | 4,81,751 | 3,50,810 | 1,30,941 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,07,062 | 77,405 | 29,657 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 54,908 | 39,747 | 15,161 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 52,154 | 37,658 | 14,496 |
| Literate Population | 6,88,749 | 4,84,632 | 2,04,117 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,85,311 | 2,75,457 | 1,09,854 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,03,438 | 2,09,175 | 94,263 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,02,174 | 2,37,547 | 64,627 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,23,861 | 95,912 | 27,949 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,78,313 | 1,41,635 | 36,678 |
| Households | 2,29,279 | 1,64,814 | 64,465 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bangalore Rural district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bangalore Rural district is 9,90,923, including 5,09,172 males and 4,81,751 females. In rural areas, it is 7,22,179, including 3,71,369 males and 3,50,810 females. In urban areas, it is 2,68,744, including 1,37,803 males and 1,30,941 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bangalore Rural district is 1,07,062, including 54,908 boys and 52,154 girls. In rural areas, it is 77,405, including 39,747 boys and 37,658 girls. In urban areas, it is 29,657, including 15,161 boys and 14,496 girls.
- Literate population in Bangalore Rural district is around 6,88,749, including 3,85,311 males and 3,03,438 females. In rural areas, it is 4,84,632, including 2,75,457 males and 2,09,175 females. In urban areas, it is 2,04,117, including 1,09,854 males and 94,263 females.
- Illiterate population in Bangalore Rural district is about 3,02,174, including 1,23,861 males and 1,78,313 females. In rural areas, it is 2,37,547, including 95,912 males and 1,41,635 females. In urban areas, it is 64,627, including 27,949 males and 36,678 females.
- There are about 2,29,279 households in Bangalore Rural district, including 1,64,814 in rural areas and 64,465 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bangalore Rural. 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 | 2,13,700 | 1,81,501 | 32,199 |
| SC Male Population | 1,07,424 | 91,184 | 16,240 |
| SC Female Population | 1,06,276 | 90,317 | 15,959 |
| Total ST Population | 52,903 | 44,412 | 8,491 |
| ST Male Population | 27,147 | 22,809 | 4,338 |
| ST Female Population | 25,756 | 21,603 | 4,153 |
| Population Density | 431 / km² | 324 / km² | 3,926 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bangalore Rural district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bangalore Rural district is approximately 2,13,700, including 1,07,424 males and 1,06,276 females. In rural areas, it is 1,81,501, including 91,184 males and 90,317 females. In urban areas, it is 32,199, including 16,240 males and 15,959 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bangalore Rural district is about 52,903, including 27,147 males and 25,756 females. In rural areas, it is 44,412, including 22,809 males and 21,603 females. In urban areas, it is 8,491, including 4,338 males and 4,153 females.
- Overall population density of Bangalore Rural district is around 431 people per km². Rural areas have about 324 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,926 people per km².