Gulbarga
Gulbarga is a district in the Karnataka State of India. The total area of Gulbarga district is 10,954 km², which includes 10,686.40 km² of rural area and 267.60 km² of urban area. There are about 871 villages in Gulbarga district.
For administrative convenience, Gulbarga 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 7 talukas in Gulbarga district. Here is the list of all Gulbarga Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Gulbarga District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Afzalpur | 1,307 | 2,20,339 |
| 2 | Aland | 1,745 | 3,42,207 |
| 3 | Chincholi | 1,550 | 2,54,287 |
| 4 | Chitapur | 1,750 | 4,04,188 |
| 5 | Gulbarga | 1,741 | 8,29,830 |
| 6 | Jevargi | 1,840 | 2,96,903 |
| 7 | Sedam | 1,021 | 2,18,572 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Gulbarga District
Jevargi is the largest taluka in gulbarga district by area, while Gulbarga is the largest by population. Sedam is the smallest taluka in gulbarga district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Jevargi | Gulbarga |
| Smallest Tehsil | Sedam | Sedam |
Population of Gulbarga District
The population of Gulbarga 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 Gulbarga, 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 | 25,66,326 | 17,30,775 | 8,35,551 |
| Total Male Population | 13,01,755 | 8,77,144 | 4,24,611 |
| Total Female Population | 12,64,571 | 8,53,631 | 4,10,940 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,65,372 | 2,54,972 | 1,10,400 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,88,076 | 1,31,174 | 56,902 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,77,296 | 1,23,798 | 53,498 |
| Literate Population | 14,27,368 | 8,57,328 | 5,70,040 |
| Literate Male Population | 8,28,359 | 5,15,350 | 3,13,009 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,99,009 | 3,41,978 | 2,57,031 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,38,958 | 8,73,447 | 2,65,511 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,73,396 | 3,61,794 | 1,11,602 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 6,65,562 | 5,11,653 | 1,53,909 |
| Households | 4,71,601 | 3,12,880 | 1,58,721 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Gulbarga district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Gulbarga district is 25,66,326, including 13,01,755 males and 12,64,571 females. In rural areas, it is 17,30,775, including 8,77,144 males and 8,53,631 females. In urban areas, it is 8,35,551, including 4,24,611 males and 4,10,940 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Gulbarga district is 3,65,372, including 1,88,076 boys and 1,77,296 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,54,972, including 1,31,174 boys and 1,23,798 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,10,400, including 56,902 boys and 53,498 girls.
- Literate population in Gulbarga district is around 14,27,368, including 8,28,359 males and 5,99,009 females. In rural areas, it is 8,57,328, including 5,15,350 males and 3,41,978 females. In urban areas, it is 5,70,040, including 3,13,009 males and 2,57,031 females.
- Illiterate population in Gulbarga district is about 11,38,958, including 4,73,396 males and 6,65,562 females. In rural areas, it is 8,73,447, including 3,61,794 males and 5,11,653 females. In urban areas, it is 2,65,511, including 1,11,602 males and 1,53,909 females.
- There are about 4,71,601 households in Gulbarga district, including 3,12,880 in rural areas and 1,58,721 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Gulbarga. 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 | 6,48,782 | 4,89,697 | 1,59,085 |
| SC Male Population | 3,30,091 | 2,49,515 | 80,576 |
| SC Female Population | 3,18,691 | 2,40,182 | 78,509 |
| Total ST Population | 65,259 | 50,074 | 15,185 |
| ST Male Population | 32,830 | 25,232 | 7,598 |
| ST Female Population | 32,429 | 24,842 | 7,587 |
| Population Density | 234 / km² | 162 / km² | 3,122 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Gulbarga district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Gulbarga district is approximately 6,48,782, including 3,30,091 males and 3,18,691 females. In rural areas, it is 4,89,697, including 2,49,515 males and 2,40,182 females. In urban areas, it is 1,59,085, including 80,576 males and 78,509 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Gulbarga district is about 65,259, including 32,830 males and 32,429 females. In rural areas, it is 50,074, including 25,232 males and 24,842 females. In urban areas, it is 15,185, including 7,598 males and 7,587 females.
- Overall population density of Gulbarga district is around 234 people per km². Rural areas have about 162 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,122 people per km².