Solapur
Solapur is a district in the Maharashtra State of India. The total area of Solapur district is 14,895 km², which includes 14,531.91 km² of rural area and 363.09 km² of urban area. There are about 1,143 villages in Solapur district.
For administrative convenience, Solapur 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 tehsils in Solapur district. Here is the list of all Solapur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Solapur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akkalkot | 1,414 | 3,14,570 |
| 2 | Barshi | 1,542 | 3,72,711 |
| 3 | Karmala | 1,593 | 2,54,489 |
| 4 | Madha | 1,524 | 3,24,027 |
| 5 | Malshiras | 1,608 | 4,85,645 |
| 6 | Mangalvedhe | 1,145 | 2,05,932 |
| 7 | Mohol | 1,325 | 2,76,920 |
| 8 | Pandharpur | 1,293 | 4,42,368 |
| 9 | Sangole | 1,567 | 3,22,845 |
| 10 | Solapur North | 695 | 10,57,352 |
| 11 | Solapur South | 1,190 | 2,60,897 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Malshiras is the largest tehsil in solapur district, covering an area of 1607.98 km², while Solapur North is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 695.42 km². Solapur North is the most populous, whereas Mangalvedhe is the least populous tehsil in solapur district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Malshiras | Solapur North |
| Smallest Tehsil | Solapur North | Solapur North |
Population of Solapur District
The population of Solapur 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 Solapur, 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 | 43,17,756 | 29,18,665 | 13,99,091 |
| Total Male Population | 22,27,852 | 15,18,343 | 7,09,509 |
| Total Female Population | 20,89,904 | 14,00,322 | 6,89,582 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,38,453 | 3,76,328 | 1,62,125 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,85,879 | 2,00,863 | 85,016 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,52,574 | 1,75,465 | 77,109 |
| Literate Population | 29,10,676 | 18,82,788 | 10,27,888 |
| Literate Male Population | 16,51,266 | 10,91,085 | 5,60,181 |
| Literate Female Population | 12,59,410 | 7,91,703 | 4,67,707 |
| Illiterate Population | 14,07,080 | 10,35,877 | 3,71,203 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,76,586 | 4,27,258 | 1,49,328 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 8,30,494 | 6,08,619 | 2,21,875 |
| Households | 8,73,167 | 5,93,560 | 2,79,607 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Solapur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Solapur district is 43,17,756, including 22,27,852 males and 20,89,904 females. In rural areas, it is 29,18,665, including 15,18,343 males and 14,00,322 females. In urban areas, it is 13,99,091, including 7,09,509 males and 6,89,582 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Solapur district is 5,38,453, including 2,85,879 boys and 2,52,574 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,76,328, including 2,00,863 boys and 1,75,465 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,62,125, including 85,016 boys and 77,109 girls.
- Literate population in Solapur district is around 29,10,676, including 16,51,266 males and 12,59,410 females. In rural areas, it is 18,82,788, including 10,91,085 males and 7,91,703 females. In urban areas, it is 10,27,888, including 5,60,181 males and 4,67,707 females.
- Illiterate population in Solapur district is about 14,07,080, including 5,76,586 males and 8,30,494 females. In rural areas, it is 10,35,877, including 4,27,258 males and 6,08,619 females. In urban areas, it is 3,71,203, including 1,49,328 males and 2,21,875 females.
- There are about 8,73,167 households in Solapur district, including 5,93,560 in rural areas and 2,79,607 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Solapur. 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 | 6,49,745 | 4,43,181 | 2,06,564 |
| SC Male Population | 3,31,960 | 2,27,928 | 1,04,032 |
| SC Female Population | 3,17,785 | 2,15,253 | 1,02,532 |
| Total ST Population | 77,592 | 49,731 | 27,861 |
| ST Male Population | 39,785 | 25,648 | 14,137 |
| ST Female Population | 37,807 | 24,083 | 13,724 |
| Population Density | 290 / km² | 201 / km² | 3,853 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Solapur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Solapur district is approximately 6,49,745, including 3,31,960 males and 3,17,785 females. In rural areas, it is 4,43,181, including 2,27,928 males and 2,15,253 females. In urban areas, it is 2,06,564, including 1,04,032 males and 1,02,532 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Solapur district is about 77,592, including 39,785 males and 37,807 females. In rural areas, it is 49,731, including 25,648 males and 24,083 females. In urban areas, it is 27,861, including 14,137 males and 13,724 females.
- Overall population density of Solapur district is around 290 people per km². Rural areas have about 201 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,853 people per km².