Bidar
Bidar is a district in the Karnataka State of India. The total area of Bidar district is 5,448 km², which includes 5,283.27 km² of rural area and 164.73 km² of urban area. There are about 595 villages in Bidar district.
For administrative convenience, Bidar 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 5 talukas in Bidar district. Here is the list of all Bidar Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Bidar District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aurad | 1,233 | 2,78,400 |
| 2 | Basavakalyan | 1,206 | 3,45,247 |
| 3 | Bhalki | 1,119 | 2,77,350 |
| 4 | Bidar | 908 | 4,69,941 |
| 5 | Homnabad | 982 | 3,32,362 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Bidar District
Aurad is the largest taluka in bidar district, covering an area of 1233.00 km², while Bidar is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 908.00 km². Bidar is the most populous, whereas Bhalki is the least populous taluka in bidar district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Aurad | Bidar |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bidar | Bidar |
Population of Bidar District
The population of Bidar 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 Bidar, 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 | 17,03,300 | 12,77,348 | 4,25,952 |
| Total Male Population | 8,70,665 | 6,51,250 | 2,19,415 |
| Total Female Population | 8,32,635 | 6,26,098 | 2,06,537 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,24,442 | 1,68,796 | 55,646 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,15,550 | 86,615 | 28,935 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,08,892 | 82,181 | 26,711 |
| Literate Population | 10,42,673 | 7,39,711 | 3,02,962 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,97,198 | 4,30,681 | 1,66,517 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,45,475 | 3,09,030 | 1,36,445 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,60,627 | 5,37,637 | 1,22,990 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,73,467 | 2,20,569 | 52,898 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,87,160 | 3,17,068 | 70,092 |
| Households | 3,19,937 | 2,39,979 | 79,958 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bidar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bidar district is 17,03,300, including 8,70,665 males and 8,32,635 females. In rural areas, it is 12,77,348, including 6,51,250 males and 6,26,098 females. In urban areas, it is 4,25,952, including 2,19,415 males and 2,06,537 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bidar district is 2,24,442, including 1,15,550 boys and 1,08,892 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,68,796, including 86,615 boys and 82,181 girls. In urban areas, it is 55,646, including 28,935 boys and 26,711 girls.
- Literate population in Bidar district is around 10,42,673, including 5,97,198 males and 4,45,475 females. In rural areas, it is 7,39,711, including 4,30,681 males and 3,09,030 females. In urban areas, it is 3,02,962, including 1,66,517 males and 1,36,445 females.
- Illiterate population in Bidar district is about 6,60,627, including 2,73,467 males and 3,87,160 females. In rural areas, it is 5,37,637, including 2,20,569 males and 3,17,068 females. In urban areas, it is 1,22,990, including 52,898 males and 70,092 females.
- There are about 3,19,937 households in Bidar district, including 2,39,979 in rural areas and 79,958 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bidar. 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 | 3,99,785 | 3,30,419 | 69,366 |
| SC Male Population | 2,04,280 | 1,68,884 | 35,396 |
| SC Female Population | 1,95,505 | 1,61,535 | 33,970 |
| Total ST Population | 2,35,822 | 2,14,759 | 21,063 |
| ST Male Population | 1,19,787 | 1,09,197 | 10,590 |
| ST Female Population | 1,16,035 | 1,05,562 | 10,473 |
| Population Density | 313 / km² | 242 / km² | 2,586 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bidar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bidar district is approximately 3,99,785, including 2,04,280 males and 1,95,505 females. In rural areas, it is 3,30,419, including 1,68,884 males and 1,61,535 females. In urban areas, it is 69,366, including 35,396 males and 33,970 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bidar district is about 2,35,822, including 1,19,787 males and 1,16,035 females. In rural areas, it is 2,14,759, including 1,09,197 males and 1,05,562 females. In urban areas, it is 21,063, including 10,590 males and 10,473 females.
- Overall population density of Bidar district is around 313 people per km². Rural areas have about 242 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,586 people per km².