Hassan
Hassan is a district in the Karnataka State of India. The total area of Hassan district is 6,814 km², which includes 6,732.78 km² of rural area and 81.22 km² of urban area. There are about 2,418 villages in Hassan district.
For administrative convenience, Hassan 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 8 talukas in Hassan district. Here is the list of all Hassan Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Hassan District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alur | 430 | 85,255 |
| 2 | Arkalgud | 675 | 2,04,585 |
| 3 | Arsikere | 1,265 | 3,15,339 |
| 4 | Belur | 845 | 1,84,458 |
| 5 | Channarayapatna | 1,044 | 2,79,798 |
| 6 | Hassan | 933 | 3,96,166 |
| 7 | Hole Narsipur | 595 | 1,82,187 |
| 8 | Sakleshpur | 1,027 | 1,28,633 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Arsikere is the largest taluka in hassan district by area, while Hassan is the largest by population. Alur is the smallest taluka in hassan district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Arsikere | Hassan |
| Smallest Tehsil | Alur | Alur |
Population of Hassan District
The population of Hassan 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 Hassan, 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 | 17,76,421 | 13,99,658 | 3,76,763 |
| Total Male Population | 8,83,667 | 6,95,583 | 1,88,084 |
| Total Female Population | 8,92,754 | 7,04,075 | 1,88,679 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,65,637 | 1,28,037 | 37,600 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 83,971 | 64,762 | 19,209 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 81,666 | 63,275 | 18,391 |
| Literate Population | 12,25,256 | 9,25,571 | 2,99,685 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,68,836 | 5,13,580 | 1,55,256 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,56,420 | 4,11,991 | 1,44,429 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,51,165 | 4,74,087 | 77,078 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,14,831 | 1,82,003 | 32,828 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,36,334 | 2,92,084 | 44,250 |
| Households | 4,33,453 | 3,41,634 | 91,819 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Hassan district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Hassan district is 17,76,421, including 8,83,667 males and 8,92,754 females. In rural areas, it is 13,99,658, including 6,95,583 males and 7,04,075 females. In urban areas, it is 3,76,763, including 1,88,084 males and 1,88,679 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Hassan district is 1,65,637, including 83,971 boys and 81,666 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,28,037, including 64,762 boys and 63,275 girls. In urban areas, it is 37,600, including 19,209 boys and 18,391 girls.
- Literate population in Hassan district is around 12,25,256, including 6,68,836 males and 5,56,420 females. In rural areas, it is 9,25,571, including 5,13,580 males and 4,11,991 females. In urban areas, it is 2,99,685, including 1,55,256 males and 1,44,429 females.
- Illiterate population in Hassan district is about 5,51,165, including 2,14,831 males and 3,36,334 females. In rural areas, it is 4,74,087, including 1,82,003 males and 2,92,084 females. In urban areas, it is 77,078, including 32,828 males and 44,250 females.
- There are about 4,33,453 households in Hassan district, including 3,41,634 in rural areas and 91,819 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Hassan. 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 | 3,45,031 | 2,98,013 | 47,018 |
| SC Male Population | 1,69,961 | 1,46,830 | 23,131 |
| SC Female Population | 1,75,070 | 1,51,183 | 23,887 |
| Total ST Population | 32,329 | 27,896 | 4,433 |
| ST Male Population | 15,986 | 13,779 | 2,207 |
| ST Female Population | 16,343 | 14,117 | 2,226 |
| Population Density | 261 / km² | 208 / km² | 4,639 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Hassan district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Hassan district is approximately 3,45,031, including 1,69,961 males and 1,75,070 females. In rural areas, it is 2,98,013, including 1,46,830 males and 1,51,183 females. In urban areas, it is 47,018, including 23,131 males and 23,887 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Hassan district is about 32,329, including 15,986 males and 16,343 females. In rural areas, it is 27,896, including 13,779 males and 14,117 females. In urban areas, it is 4,433, including 2,207 males and 2,226 females.
- Overall population density of Hassan district is around 261 people per km². Rural areas have about 208 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,639 people per km².