Dharwad
Dharwad is a district in the Karnataka State of India. The total area of Dharwad district is 4,260 km², which includes 3,958.91 km² of rural area and 301.09 km² of urban area. There are about 361 villages in Dharwad district.
For administrative convenience, Dharwad 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 Dharwad district. Here is the list of all Dharwad Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Dharwad District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dharwad | 1,015 | 2,49,993 |
| 2 | Hubli | 623 | 1,42,807 |
| 3 | Kalghatgi | 684 | 1,54,659 |
| 4 | Kundgol | 648 | 1,65,568 |
| 5 | Navalgund | 1,077 | 1,90,208 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Navalgund | Area not under any Sub-district |
| Smallest Tehsil | Area not under any Sub-district | Area not under any Sub-district |
Population of Dharwad District
The population of Dharwad 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 Dharwad, 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 | 18,47,023 | 7,97,484 | 10,49,539 |
| Total Male Population | 9,37,206 | 4,09,416 | 5,27,790 |
| Total Female Population | 9,09,817 | 3,88,068 | 5,21,749 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,19,942 | 1,01,160 | 1,18,782 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,13,127 | 52,331 | 60,796 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,06,815 | 48,829 | 57,986 |
| Literate Population | 13,01,664 | 5,01,954 | 7,99,710 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,11,776 | 2,89,171 | 4,22,605 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,89,888 | 2,12,783 | 3,77,105 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,45,359 | 2,95,530 | 2,49,829 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,25,430 | 1,20,245 | 1,05,185 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,19,929 | 1,75,285 | 1,44,644 |
| Households | 3,82,700 | 1,60,674 | 2,22,026 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Dharwad district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Dharwad district is 18,47,023, including 9,37,206 males and 9,09,817 females. In rural areas, it is 7,97,484, including 4,09,416 males and 3,88,068 females. In urban areas, it is 10,49,539, including 5,27,790 males and 5,21,749 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Dharwad district is 2,19,942, including 1,13,127 boys and 1,06,815 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,01,160, including 52,331 boys and 48,829 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,18,782, including 60,796 boys and 57,986 girls.
- Literate population in Dharwad district is around 13,01,664, including 7,11,776 males and 5,89,888 females. In rural areas, it is 5,01,954, including 2,89,171 males and 2,12,783 females. In urban areas, it is 7,99,710, including 4,22,605 males and 3,77,105 females.
- Illiterate population in Dharwad district is about 5,45,359, including 2,25,430 males and 3,19,929 females. In rural areas, it is 2,95,530, including 1,20,245 males and 1,75,285 females. In urban areas, it is 2,49,829, including 1,05,185 males and 1,44,644 females.
- There are about 3,82,700 households in Dharwad district, including 1,60,674 in rural areas and 2,22,026 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Dharwad. 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 | 1,77,855 | 71,387 | 1,06,468 |
| SC Male Population | 89,137 | 36,366 | 52,771 |
| SC Female Population | 88,718 | 35,021 | 53,697 |
| Total ST Population | 87,548 | 50,089 | 37,459 |
| ST Male Population | 44,173 | 25,586 | 18,587 |
| ST Female Population | 43,375 | 24,503 | 18,872 |
| Population Density | 434 / km² | 201 / km² | 3,486 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Dharwad district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Dharwad district is approximately 1,77,855, including 89,137 males and 88,718 females. In rural areas, it is 71,387, including 36,366 males and 35,021 females. In urban areas, it is 1,06,468, including 52,771 males and 53,697 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Dharwad district is about 87,548, including 44,173 males and 43,375 females. In rural areas, it is 50,089, including 25,586 males and 24,503 females. In urban areas, it is 37,459, including 18,587 males and 18,872 females.
- Overall population density of Dharwad district is around 434 people per km². Rural areas have about 201 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,486 people per km².