Kolar
Kolar is a district in the Karnataka State of India. The total area of Kolar district is 3,979 km², which includes 3,858.05 km² of rural area and 120.95 km² of urban area. There are about 1,608 villages in Kolar district.
For administrative convenience, Kolar 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 Kolar district. Here is the list of all Kolar Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Kolar District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bangarapet | 860 | 4,52,832 |
| 2 | Kolar | 792 | 3,85,410 |
| 3 | Malur | 643 | 2,36,920 |
| 4 | Mulbagal | 821 | 2,58,935 |
| 5 | Srinivaspur | 863 | 2,02,304 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Srinivaspur is the largest taluka in kolar district, covering an area of 863.00 km², while Malur is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 643.00 km². Bangarapet is the most populous, whereas Srinivaspur is the least populous taluka in kolar district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Srinivaspur | Bangarapet |
| Smallest Tehsil | Malur | Malur |
Population of Kolar District
The population of Kolar 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 Kolar, 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 | 15,36,401 | 10,56,328 | 4,80,073 |
| Total Male Population | 7,76,396 | 5,35,431 | 2,40,965 |
| Total Female Population | 7,60,005 | 5,20,897 | 2,39,108 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,70,423 | 1,16,231 | 54,192 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 86,845 | 59,459 | 27,386 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 83,578 | 56,772 | 26,806 |
| Literate Population | 10,16,219 | 6,49,421 | 3,66,798 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,64,110 | 3,71,785 | 1,92,325 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,52,109 | 2,77,636 | 1,74,473 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,20,182 | 4,06,907 | 1,13,275 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,12,286 | 1,63,646 | 48,640 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,07,896 | 2,43,261 | 64,635 |
| Households | 3,33,348 | 2,27,058 | 1,06,290 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kolar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kolar district is 15,36,401, including 7,76,396 males and 7,60,005 females. In rural areas, it is 10,56,328, including 5,35,431 males and 5,20,897 females. In urban areas, it is 4,80,073, including 2,40,965 males and 2,39,108 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kolar district is 1,70,423, including 86,845 boys and 83,578 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,16,231, including 59,459 boys and 56,772 girls. In urban areas, it is 54,192, including 27,386 boys and 26,806 girls.
- Literate population in Kolar district is around 10,16,219, including 5,64,110 males and 4,52,109 females. In rural areas, it is 6,49,421, including 3,71,785 males and 2,77,636 females. In urban areas, it is 3,66,798, including 1,92,325 males and 1,74,473 females.
- Illiterate population in Kolar district is about 5,20,182, including 2,12,286 males and 3,07,896 females. In rural areas, it is 4,06,907, including 1,63,646 males and 2,43,261 females. In urban areas, it is 1,13,275, including 48,640 males and 64,635 females.
- There are about 3,33,348 households in Kolar district, including 2,27,058 in rural areas and 1,06,290 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kolar. 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 | 4,65,867 | 3,27,424 | 1,38,443 |
| SC Male Population | 2,32,546 | 1,64,018 | 68,528 |
| SC Female Population | 2,33,321 | 1,63,406 | 69,915 |
| Total ST Population | 78,875 | 72,143 | 6,732 |
| ST Male Population | 39,997 | 36,448 | 3,549 |
| ST Female Population | 38,878 | 35,695 | 3,183 |
| Population Density | 386 / km² | 274 / km² | 3,969 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kolar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kolar district is approximately 4,65,867, including 2,32,546 males and 2,33,321 females. In rural areas, it is 3,27,424, including 1,64,018 males and 1,63,406 females. In urban areas, it is 1,38,443, including 68,528 males and 69,915 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kolar district is about 78,875, including 39,997 males and 38,878 females. In rural areas, it is 72,143, including 36,448 males and 35,695 females. In urban areas, it is 6,732, including 3,549 males and 3,183 females.
- Overall population density of Kolar district is around 386 people per km². Rural areas have about 274 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,969 people per km².