Uttara Kannada
Uttara Kannada is a district in the Karnataka State of India. The total area of Uttara Kannada district is 10,277 km², which includes 10,024.22 km² of rural area and 252.78 km² of urban area. There are about 1,243 villages in Uttara Kannada district.
For administrative convenience, Uttara Kannada 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 11 talukas in Uttara Kannada district. Here is the list of all Uttara Kannada Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Uttara Kannada District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ankola | 930 | 1,07,332 |
| 2 | Bhatkal | 351 | 1,61,576 |
| 3 | Haliyal | 845 | 1,19,357 |
| 4 | Honavar | 754 | 1,66,264 |
| 5 | Karwar | 745 | 1,55,213 |
| 6 | Kumta | 589 | 1,54,280 |
| 7 | Mundgod | 676 | 1,06,174 |
| 8 | Siddapur | 865 | 97,322 |
| 9 | Sirsi | 1,319 | 1,86,908 |
| 10 | Supa | 1,882 | 52,012 |
| 11 | Yellapur | 1,313 | 78,662 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Supa | Sirsi |
| Smallest Tehsil | Area not under any Sub-district | Area not under any Sub-district |
Population of Uttara Kannada District
The population of Uttara Kannada 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 Uttara Kannada, 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 | 14,37,169 | 10,18,188 | 4,18,981 |
| Total Male Population | 7,26,256 | 5,14,910 | 2,11,346 |
| Total Female Population | 7,10,913 | 5,03,278 | 2,07,635 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,50,115 | 1,06,741 | 43,374 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 76,794 | 54,554 | 22,240 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 73,321 | 52,187 | 21,134 |
| Literate Population | 10,81,906 | 7,41,129 | 3,40,777 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,82,099 | 4,03,419 | 1,78,680 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,99,807 | 3,37,710 | 1,62,097 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,55,263 | 2,77,059 | 78,204 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,44,157 | 1,11,491 | 32,666 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,11,106 | 1,65,568 | 45,538 |
| Households | 3,24,530 | 2,28,887 | 95,643 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Uttara Kannada district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Uttara Kannada district is 14,37,169, including 7,26,256 males and 7,10,913 females. In rural areas, it is 10,18,188, including 5,14,910 males and 5,03,278 females. In urban areas, it is 4,18,981, including 2,11,346 males and 2,07,635 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Uttara Kannada district is 1,50,115, including 76,794 boys and 73,321 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,06,741, including 54,554 boys and 52,187 girls. In urban areas, it is 43,374, including 22,240 boys and 21,134 girls.
- Literate population in Uttara Kannada district is around 10,81,906, including 5,82,099 males and 4,99,807 females. In rural areas, it is 7,41,129, including 4,03,419 males and 3,37,710 females. In urban areas, it is 3,40,777, including 1,78,680 males and 1,62,097 females.
- Illiterate population in Uttara Kannada district is about 3,55,263, including 1,44,157 males and 2,11,106 females. In rural areas, it is 2,77,059, including 1,11,491 males and 1,65,568 females. In urban areas, it is 78,204, including 32,666 males and 45,538 females.
- There are about 3,24,530 households in Uttara Kannada district, including 2,28,887 in rural areas and 95,643 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Uttara Kannada. 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 | 1,16,431 | 78,859 | 37,572 |
| SC Male Population | 57,841 | 39,392 | 18,449 |
| SC Female Population | 58,590 | 39,467 | 19,123 |
| Total ST Population | 34,239 | 27,949 | 6,290 |
| ST Male Population | 17,095 | 13,976 | 3,119 |
| ST Female Population | 17,144 | 13,973 | 3,171 |
| Population Density | 140 / km² | 102 / km² | 1,657 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Uttara Kannada district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Uttara Kannada district is approximately 1,16,431, including 57,841 males and 58,590 females. In rural areas, it is 78,859, including 39,392 males and 39,467 females. In urban areas, it is 37,572, including 18,449 males and 19,123 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Uttara Kannada district is about 34,239, including 17,095 males and 17,144 females. In rural areas, it is 27,949, including 13,976 males and 13,973 females. In urban areas, it is 6,290, including 3,119 males and 3,171 females.
- Overall population density of Uttara Kannada district is around 140 people per km². Rural areas have about 102 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,657 people per km².