Yadgir
Yadgir is a district in the Karnataka State of India. The total area of Yadgir district is 5,270 km², which includes 5,169.17 km² of rural area and 100.83 km² of urban area. There are about 487 villages in Yadgir district.
For administrative convenience, Yadgir 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 3 talukas in Yadgir district. Here is the list of all Yadgir Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Yadgir District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shahpur | 1,706 | 3,63,621 |
| 2 | Shorapur | 1,840 | 4,12,291 |
| 3 | Yadgir | 1,724 | 3,98,359 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Shorapur is the largest taluka in yadgir district by both area and population. Shahpur is the smallest taluka in yadgir district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Shorapur | Shorapur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Shahpur | Shahpur |
Population of Yadgir District
The population of Yadgir 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 Yadgir, 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 | 11,74,271 | 9,53,594 | 2,20,677 |
| Total Male Population | 5,90,329 | 4,79,078 | 1,11,251 |
| Total Female Population | 5,83,942 | 4,74,516 | 1,09,426 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,90,279 | 1,58,127 | 32,152 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 97,522 | 80,922 | 16,600 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 92,757 | 77,205 | 15,552 |
| Literate Population | 5,10,003 | 3,74,244 | 1,35,759 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,06,751 | 2,30,998 | 75,753 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,03,252 | 1,43,246 | 60,006 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,64,268 | 5,79,350 | 84,918 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,83,578 | 2,48,080 | 35,498 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,80,690 | 3,31,270 | 49,420 |
| Households | 2,02,063 | 1,62,187 | 39,876 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Yadgir district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Yadgir district is 11,74,271, including 5,90,329 males and 5,83,942 females. In rural areas, it is 9,53,594, including 4,79,078 males and 4,74,516 females. In urban areas, it is 2,20,677, including 1,11,251 males and 1,09,426 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Yadgir district is 1,90,279, including 97,522 boys and 92,757 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,58,127, including 80,922 boys and 77,205 girls. In urban areas, it is 32,152, including 16,600 boys and 15,552 girls.
- Literate population in Yadgir district is around 5,10,003, including 3,06,751 males and 2,03,252 females. In rural areas, it is 3,74,244, including 2,30,998 males and 1,43,246 females. In urban areas, it is 1,35,759, including 75,753 males and 60,006 females.
- Illiterate population in Yadgir district is about 6,64,268, including 2,83,578 males and 3,80,690 females. In rural areas, it is 5,79,350, including 2,48,080 males and 3,31,270 females. In urban areas, it is 84,918, including 35,498 males and 49,420 females.
- There are about 2,02,063 households in Yadgir district, including 1,62,187 in rural areas and 39,876 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Yadgir. 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 | 2,73,315 | 2,41,721 | 31,594 |
| SC Male Population | 1,37,204 | 1,21,312 | 15,892 |
| SC Female Population | 1,36,111 | 1,20,409 | 15,702 |
| Total ST Population | 1,46,849 | 1,28,724 | 18,125 |
| ST Male Population | 73,564 | 64,574 | 8,990 |
| ST Female Population | 73,285 | 64,150 | 9,135 |
| Population Density | 223 / km² | 184 / km² | 2,189 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Yadgir district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Yadgir district is approximately 2,73,315, including 1,37,204 males and 1,36,111 females. In rural areas, it is 2,41,721, including 1,21,312 males and 1,20,409 females. In urban areas, it is 31,594, including 15,892 males and 15,702 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Yadgir district is about 1,46,849, including 73,564 males and 73,285 females. In rural areas, it is 1,28,724, including 64,574 males and 64,150 females. In urban areas, it is 18,125, including 8,990 males and 9,135 females.
- Overall population density of Yadgir district is around 223 people per km². Rural areas have about 184 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,189 people per km².