Raichur
Raichur is a district in the Karnataka State of India. The total area of Raichur district is 8,442 km², which includes 8,329.59 km² of rural area and 112.41 km² of urban area. There are about 815 villages in Raichur district.
For administrative convenience, Raichur 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 Raichur district. Here is the list of all Raichur Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Raichur District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Devadurga | 1,504 | 2,80,606 |
| 2 | Lingsugur | 1,967 | 3,85,699 |
| 3 | Manvi | 1,809 | 3,70,670 |
| 4 | Raichur | 1,546 | 4,98,637 |
| 5 | Sindhnur | 1,616 | 3,93,200 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Lingsugur is the largest taluka in raichur district by area, while Raichur is the largest by population. Devadurga is the smallest taluka in raichur district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Lingsugur | Raichur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Devadurga | Devadurga |
Population of Raichur District
The population of Raichur 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 Raichur, 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 | 19,28,812 | 14,38,464 | 4,90,348 |
| Total Male Population | 9,64,511 | 7,17,972 | 2,46,539 |
| Total Female Population | 9,64,301 | 7,20,492 | 2,43,809 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,83,733 | 2,19,804 | 63,929 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,45,468 | 1,12,671 | 32,797 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,38,265 | 1,07,133 | 31,132 |
| Literate Population | 9,79,769 | 6,59,440 | 3,20,329 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,77,213 | 3,99,587 | 1,77,626 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,02,556 | 2,59,853 | 1,42,703 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,49,043 | 7,79,024 | 1,70,019 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,87,298 | 3,18,385 | 68,913 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,61,745 | 4,60,639 | 1,01,106 |
| Households | 3,63,853 | 2,67,585 | 96,268 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Raichur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Raichur district is 19,28,812, including 9,64,511 males and 9,64,301 females. In rural areas, it is 14,38,464, including 7,17,972 males and 7,20,492 females. In urban areas, it is 4,90,348, including 2,46,539 males and 2,43,809 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Raichur district is 2,83,733, including 1,45,468 boys and 1,38,265 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,19,804, including 1,12,671 boys and 1,07,133 girls. In urban areas, it is 63,929, including 32,797 boys and 31,132 girls.
- Literate population in Raichur district is around 9,79,769, including 5,77,213 males and 4,02,556 females. In rural areas, it is 6,59,440, including 3,99,587 males and 2,59,853 females. In urban areas, it is 3,20,329, including 1,77,626 males and 1,42,703 females.
- Illiterate population in Raichur district is about 9,49,043, including 3,87,298 males and 5,61,745 females. In rural areas, it is 7,79,024, including 3,18,385 males and 4,60,639 females. In urban areas, it is 1,70,019, including 68,913 males and 1,01,106 females.
- There are about 3,63,853 households in Raichur district, including 2,67,585 in rural areas and 96,268 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Raichur. 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 | 4,00,933 | 3,13,581 | 87,352 |
| SC Male Population | 2,00,359 | 1,56,829 | 43,530 |
| SC Female Population | 2,00,574 | 1,56,752 | 43,822 |
| Total ST Population | 3,67,071 | 3,34,023 | 33,048 |
| ST Male Population | 1,82,101 | 1,65,593 | 16,508 |
| ST Female Population | 1,84,970 | 1,68,430 | 16,540 |
| Population Density | 228 / km² | 173 / km² | 4,362 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Raichur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Raichur district is approximately 4,00,933, including 2,00,359 males and 2,00,574 females. In rural areas, it is 3,13,581, including 1,56,829 males and 1,56,752 females. In urban areas, it is 87,352, including 43,530 males and 43,822 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Raichur district is about 3,67,071, including 1,82,101 males and 1,84,970 females. In rural areas, it is 3,34,023, including 1,65,593 males and 1,68,430 females. In urban areas, it is 33,048, including 16,508 males and 16,540 females.
- Overall population density of Raichur district is around 228 people per km². Rural areas have about 173 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,362 people per km².