Kolhapur
Kolhapur is a district in the Maharashtra State of India. The total area of Kolhapur district is 7,685 km², which includes 7,344.96 km² of rural area and 340.04 km² of urban area. There are about 1,195 villages in Kolhapur district.
For administrative convenience, Kolhapur 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 12 tehsils in Kolhapur district. Here is the list of all Kolhapur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Kolhapur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ajra | 544 | 1,20,265 |
| 2 | Bavda | 278 | 35,772 |
| 3 | Bhudargad | 636 | 1,50,368 |
| 4 | Chandgad | 956 | 1,87,220 |
| 5 | Gadhinglaj | 472 | 2,25,734 |
| 6 | Hatkanangle | 613 | 8,07,751 |
| 7 | Kagal | 545 | 2,75,372 |
| 8 | Karvir | 665 | 10,37,713 |
| 9 | Panhala | 567 | 2,59,417 |
| 10 | Radhanagari | 881 | 1,99,713 |
| 11 | Shahuwadi | 1,025 | 1,85,661 |
| 12 | Shirol | 503 | 3,91,015 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Shahuwadi is the largest tehsil in kolhapur district by area, while Karvir is the largest by population. Bavda is the smallest tehsil in kolhapur district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Shahuwadi | Karvir |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bavda | Bavda |
Population of Kolhapur District
The population of Kolhapur 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 Kolhapur, 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 | 38,76,001 | 26,45,992 | 12,30,009 |
| Total Male Population | 19,80,658 | 13,48,815 | 6,31,843 |
| Total Female Population | 18,95,343 | 12,97,177 | 5,98,166 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,08,942 | 2,79,956 | 1,28,986 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,19,521 | 1,50,362 | 69,159 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,89,421 | 1,29,594 | 59,827 |
| Literate Population | 28,25,845 | 18,53,869 | 9,71,976 |
| Literate Male Population | 15,59,760 | 10,39,715 | 5,20,045 |
| Literate Female Population | 12,66,085 | 8,14,154 | 4,51,931 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,50,156 | 7,92,123 | 2,58,033 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,20,898 | 3,09,100 | 1,11,798 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 6,29,258 | 4,83,023 | 1,46,235 |
| Households | 8,40,240 | 5,68,519 | 2,71,721 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kolhapur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kolhapur district is 38,76,001, including 19,80,658 males and 18,95,343 females. In rural areas, it is 26,45,992, including 13,48,815 males and 12,97,177 females. In urban areas, it is 12,30,009, including 6,31,843 males and 5,98,166 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kolhapur district is 4,08,942, including 2,19,521 boys and 1,89,421 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,79,956, including 1,50,362 boys and 1,29,594 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,28,986, including 69,159 boys and 59,827 girls.
- Literate population in Kolhapur district is around 28,25,845, including 15,59,760 males and 12,66,085 females. In rural areas, it is 18,53,869, including 10,39,715 males and 8,14,154 females. In urban areas, it is 9,71,976, including 5,20,045 males and 4,51,931 females.
- Illiterate population in Kolhapur district is about 10,50,156, including 4,20,898 males and 6,29,258 females. In rural areas, it is 7,92,123, including 3,09,100 males and 4,83,023 females. In urban areas, it is 2,58,033, including 1,11,798 males and 1,46,235 females.
- There are about 8,40,240 households in Kolhapur district, including 5,68,519 in rural areas and 2,71,721 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kolhapur. 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 | 5,04,461 | 3,55,641 | 1,48,820 |
| SC Male Population | 2,53,390 | 1,78,623 | 74,767 |
| SC Female Population | 2,51,071 | 1,77,018 | 74,053 |
| Total ST Population | 30,206 | 22,318 | 7,888 |
| ST Male Population | 15,478 | 11,408 | 4,070 |
| ST Female Population | 14,728 | 10,910 | 3,818 |
| Population Density | 504 / km² | 360 / km² | 3,617 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kolhapur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kolhapur district is approximately 5,04,461, including 2,53,390 males and 2,51,071 females. In rural areas, it is 3,55,641, including 1,78,623 males and 1,77,018 females. In urban areas, it is 1,48,820, including 74,767 males and 74,053 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kolhapur district is about 30,206, including 15,478 males and 14,728 females. In rural areas, it is 22,318, including 11,408 males and 10,910 females. In urban areas, it is 7,888, including 4,070 males and 3,818 females.
- Overall population density of Kolhapur district is around 504 people per km². Rural areas have about 360 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,617 people per km².