Belgaum
Belgaum is a district in the Karnataka State of India. The total area of Belgaum district is 13,433 km², which includes 13,014.51 km² of rural area and 418.49 km² of urban area. There are about 1,263 villages in Belgaum district.
For administrative convenience, Belgaum 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 10 talukas in Belgaum district. Here is the list of all Belgaum Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Belgaum District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Athni | 1,991 | 5,25,832 |
| 2 | Belgaum | 1,032 | 9,57,373 |
| 3 | Chikodi | 1,263 | 6,28,800 |
| 4 | Gokak | 1,543 | 6,12,163 |
| 5 | Hukeri | 987 | 3,99,270 |
| 6 | Khanapur | 1,742 | 2,58,089 |
| 7 | Parasgad | 1,578 | 3,52,929 |
| 8 | Ramdurg | 1,225 | 2,58,527 |
| 9 | Raybag | 952 | 4,05,489 |
| 10 | Sampgaon | 1,120 | 3,81,189 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Athni is the largest taluka in belgaum district, covering an area of 1991.00 km², while Raybag is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 952.00 km². Belgaum is the most populous, whereas Khanapur is the least populous taluka in belgaum district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Athni | Belgaum |
| Smallest Tehsil | Raybag | Raybag |
Population of Belgaum District
The population of Belgaum 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 Belgaum, 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 | 47,79,661 | 35,68,466 | 12,11,195 |
| Total Male Population | 24,23,063 | 18,11,094 | 6,11,969 |
| Total Female Population | 23,56,598 | 17,57,372 | 5,99,226 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,26,269 | 4,87,103 | 1,39,166 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,23,761 | 2,51,599 | 72,162 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,02,508 | 2,35,504 | 67,004 |
| Literate Population | 30,52,032 | 21,34,792 | 9,17,240 |
| Literate Male Population | 17,25,548 | 12,33,802 | 4,91,746 |
| Literate Female Population | 13,26,484 | 9,00,990 | 4,25,494 |
| Illiterate Population | 17,27,629 | 14,33,674 | 2,93,955 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 6,97,515 | 5,77,292 | 1,20,223 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 10,30,114 | 8,56,382 | 1,73,732 |
| Households | 9,83,854 | 7,19,233 | 2,64,621 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Belgaum district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Belgaum district is 47,79,661, including 24,23,063 males and 23,56,598 females. In rural areas, it is 35,68,466, including 18,11,094 males and 17,57,372 females. In urban areas, it is 12,11,195, including 6,11,969 males and 5,99,226 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Belgaum district is 6,26,269, including 3,23,761 boys and 3,02,508 girls. In rural areas, it is 4,87,103, including 2,51,599 boys and 2,35,504 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,39,166, including 72,162 boys and 67,004 girls.
- Literate population in Belgaum district is around 30,52,032, including 17,25,548 males and 13,26,484 females. In rural areas, it is 21,34,792, including 12,33,802 males and 9,00,990 females. In urban areas, it is 9,17,240, including 4,91,746 males and 4,25,494 females.
- Illiterate population in Belgaum district is about 17,27,629, including 6,97,515 males and 10,30,114 females. In rural areas, it is 14,33,674, including 5,77,292 males and 8,56,382 females. In urban areas, it is 2,93,955, including 1,20,223 males and 1,73,732 females.
- There are about 9,83,854 households in Belgaum district, including 7,19,233 in rural areas and 2,64,621 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Belgaum. 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 | 5,77,418 | 4,48,375 | 1,29,043 |
| SC Male Population | 2,89,096 | 2,25,418 | 63,678 |
| SC Female Population | 2,88,322 | 2,22,957 | 65,365 |
| Total ST Population | 2,97,198 | 2,53,876 | 43,322 |
| ST Male Population | 1,48,673 | 1,27,133 | 21,540 |
| ST Female Population | 1,48,525 | 1,26,743 | 21,782 |
| Population Density | 356 / km² | 274 / km² | 2,894 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Belgaum district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Belgaum district is approximately 5,77,418, including 2,89,096 males and 2,88,322 females. In rural areas, it is 4,48,375, including 2,25,418 males and 2,22,957 females. In urban areas, it is 1,29,043, including 63,678 males and 65,365 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Belgaum district is about 2,97,198, including 1,48,673 males and 1,48,525 females. In rural areas, it is 2,53,876, including 1,27,133 males and 1,26,743 females. In urban areas, it is 43,322, including 21,540 males and 21,782 females.
- Overall population density of Belgaum district is around 356 people per km². Rural areas have about 274 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,894 people per km².