Koppal
Koppal is a district in the Karnataka State of India. The total area of Koppal district is 5,570 km², which includes 5,533.14 km² of rural area and 36.86 km² of urban area. There are about 595 villages in Koppal district.
For administrative convenience, Koppal 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 4 talukas in Koppal district. Here is the list of all Koppal Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Koppal District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gangawati | 1,334 | 4,59,905 |
| 2 | Koppal | 1,377 | 3,77,781 |
| 3 | Kushtagi | 1,364 | 2,84,792 |
| 4 | Yelbarga | 1,495 | 2,67,442 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Yelbarga is the largest taluka in koppal district, covering an area of 1495.00 km², while Gangawati is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 1334.00 km². Gangawati is the most populous, whereas Yelbarga is the least populous taluka in koppal district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Yelbarga | Gangawati |
| Smallest Tehsil | Gangawati | Gangawati |
Population of Koppal District
The population of Koppal 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 Koppal, 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 | 13,89,920 | 11,56,216 | 2,33,704 |
| Total Male Population | 6,99,926 | 5,82,958 | 1,16,968 |
| Total Female Population | 6,89,994 | 5,73,258 | 1,16,736 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,01,654 | 1,70,550 | 31,104 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,03,016 | 87,254 | 15,762 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 98,638 | 83,296 | 15,342 |
| Literate Population | 8,09,085 | 6,51,001 | 1,58,084 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,68,785 | 3,82,270 | 86,515 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,40,300 | 2,68,731 | 71,569 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,80,835 | 5,05,215 | 75,620 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,31,141 | 2,00,688 | 30,453 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,49,694 | 3,04,527 | 45,167 |
| Households | 2,64,595 | 2,17,748 | 46,847 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Koppal district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Koppal district is 13,89,920, including 6,99,926 males and 6,89,994 females. In rural areas, it is 11,56,216, including 5,82,958 males and 5,73,258 females. In urban areas, it is 2,33,704, including 1,16,968 males and 1,16,736 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Koppal district is 2,01,654, including 1,03,016 boys and 98,638 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,70,550, including 87,254 boys and 83,296 girls. In urban areas, it is 31,104, including 15,762 boys and 15,342 girls.
- Literate population in Koppal district is around 8,09,085, including 4,68,785 males and 3,40,300 females. In rural areas, it is 6,51,001, including 3,82,270 males and 2,68,731 females. In urban areas, it is 1,58,084, including 86,515 males and 71,569 females.
- Illiterate population in Koppal district is about 5,80,835, including 2,31,141 males and 3,49,694 females. In rural areas, it is 5,05,215, including 2,00,688 males and 3,04,527 females. In urban areas, it is 75,620, including 30,453 males and 45,167 females.
- There are about 2,64,595 households in Koppal district, including 2,17,748 in rural areas and 46,847 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Koppal. 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 | 2,58,608 | 2,22,935 | 35,673 |
| SC Male Population | 1,29,341 | 1,11,858 | 17,483 |
| SC Female Population | 1,29,267 | 1,11,077 | 18,190 |
| Total ST Population | 1,64,271 | 1,52,563 | 11,708 |
| ST Male Population | 82,761 | 76,987 | 5,774 |
| ST Female Population | 81,510 | 75,576 | 5,934 |
| Population Density | 250 / km² | 209 / km² | 6,340 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Koppal district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Koppal district is approximately 2,58,608, including 1,29,341 males and 1,29,267 females. In rural areas, it is 2,22,935, including 1,11,858 males and 1,11,077 females. In urban areas, it is 35,673, including 17,483 males and 18,190 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Koppal district is about 1,64,271, including 82,761 males and 81,510 females. In rural areas, it is 1,52,563, including 76,987 males and 75,576 females. In urban areas, it is 11,708, including 5,774 males and 5,934 females.
- Overall population density of Koppal district is around 250 people per km². Rural areas have about 209 people per km². Urban areas have about 6,340 people per km².