Gadag
Gadag is a district in the Karnataka State of India. The total area of Gadag district is 4,657 km², which includes 4,386.56 km² of rural area and 270.44 km² of urban area. There are about 322 villages in Gadag district.
For administrative convenience, Gadag 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 Gadag district. Here is the list of all Gadag Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Gadag District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gadag | 1,092 | 3,67,258 |
| 2 | Mundargi | 891 | 1,31,897 |
| 3 | Nargund | 436 | 1,00,623 |
| 4 | Ron | 1,292 | 2,64,123 |
| 5 | Shirhatti | 946 | 2,00,669 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Ron is the largest taluka in gadag district by area, while Gadag is the largest by population. Nargund is the smallest taluka in gadag district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Ron | Gadag |
| Smallest Tehsil | Nargund | Nargund |
Population of Gadag District
The population of Gadag 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 Gadag, 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 | 10,64,570 | 6,85,261 | 3,79,309 |
| Total Male Population | 5,37,147 | 3,47,585 | 1,89,562 |
| Total Female Population | 5,27,423 | 3,37,676 | 1,89,747 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,32,442 | 87,350 | 45,092 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 68,025 | 44,898 | 23,127 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 64,417 | 42,452 | 21,965 |
| Literate Population | 7,00,177 | 4,29,673 | 2,70,504 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,97,178 | 2,50,701 | 1,46,477 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,02,999 | 1,78,972 | 1,24,027 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,64,393 | 2,55,588 | 1,08,805 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,39,969 | 96,884 | 43,085 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,24,424 | 1,58,704 | 65,720 |
| Households | 2,19,096 | 1,39,782 | 79,314 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Gadag district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Gadag district is 10,64,570, including 5,37,147 males and 5,27,423 females. In rural areas, it is 6,85,261, including 3,47,585 males and 3,37,676 females. In urban areas, it is 3,79,309, including 1,89,562 males and 1,89,747 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Gadag district is 1,32,442, including 68,025 boys and 64,417 girls. In rural areas, it is 87,350, including 44,898 boys and 42,452 girls. In urban areas, it is 45,092, including 23,127 boys and 21,965 girls.
- Literate population in Gadag district is around 7,00,177, including 3,97,178 males and 3,02,999 females. In rural areas, it is 4,29,673, including 2,50,701 males and 1,78,972 females. In urban areas, it is 2,70,504, including 1,46,477 males and 1,24,027 females.
- Illiterate population in Gadag district is about 3,64,393, including 1,39,969 males and 2,24,424 females. In rural areas, it is 2,55,588, including 96,884 males and 1,58,704 females. In urban areas, it is 1,08,805, including 43,085 males and 65,720 females.
- There are about 2,19,096 households in Gadag district, including 1,39,782 in rural areas and 79,314 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Gadag. 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 | 1,74,196 | 1,27,515 | 46,681 |
| SC Male Population | 87,745 | 64,485 | 23,260 |
| SC Female Population | 86,451 | 63,030 | 23,421 |
| Total ST Population | 61,654 | 50,637 | 11,017 |
| ST Male Population | 30,975 | 25,558 | 5,417 |
| ST Female Population | 30,679 | 25,079 | 5,600 |
| Population Density | 229 / km² | 156 / km² | 1,403 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Gadag district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Gadag district is approximately 1,74,196, including 87,745 males and 86,451 females. In rural areas, it is 1,27,515, including 64,485 males and 63,030 females. In urban areas, it is 46,681, including 23,260 males and 23,421 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Gadag district is about 61,654, including 30,975 males and 30,679 females. In rural areas, it is 50,637, including 25,558 males and 25,079 females. In urban areas, it is 11,017, including 5,417 males and 5,600 females.
- Overall population density of Gadag district is around 229 people per km². Rural areas have about 156 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,403 people per km².