Bishnupur
Bishnupur is a district in the Manipur State of India. The total area of Bishnupur district is 496 km², which includes 458.98 km² of rural area and 37.02 km² of urban area. There are about 48 villages in Bishnupur district.
For administrative convenience, Bishnupur 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 subdivisions in Bishnupur district. Here is the list of all Bishnupur Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Bishnupur District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bishnupur | 165 | 62,778 |
| 2 | Moirang | 218 | 1,12,739 |
| 3 | Nambol | 113 | 61,882 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Moirang is the largest subdivision in bishnupur district by both area and population. Nambol is the smallest subdivision in bishnupur district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Moirang | Moirang |
| Smallest Tehsil | Nambol | Nambol |
Population of Bishnupur District
The population of Bishnupur 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 Bishnupur, 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 | 2,37,399 | 1,49,894 | 87,505 |
| Total Male Population | 1,18,782 | 75,171 | 43,611 |
| Total Female Population | 1,18,617 | 74,723 | 43,894 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 31,303 | 20,109 | 11,194 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 16,192 | 10,388 | 5,804 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 15,111 | 9,721 | 5,390 |
| Literate Population | 1,56,333 | 95,558 | 60,775 |
| Literate Male Population | 87,313 | 54,031 | 33,282 |
| Literate Female Population | 69,020 | 41,527 | 27,493 |
| Illiterate Population | 81,066 | 54,336 | 26,730 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 31,469 | 21,140 | 10,329 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 49,597 | 33,196 | 16,401 |
| Households | 46,580 | 29,237 | 17,343 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bishnupur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bishnupur district is 2,37,399, including 1,18,782 males and 1,18,617 females. In rural areas, it is 1,49,894, including 75,171 males and 74,723 females. In urban areas, it is 87,505, including 43,611 males and 43,894 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bishnupur district is 31,303, including 16,192 boys and 15,111 girls. In rural areas, it is 20,109, including 10,388 boys and 9,721 girls. In urban areas, it is 11,194, including 5,804 boys and 5,390 girls.
- Literate population in Bishnupur district is around 1,56,333, including 87,313 males and 69,020 females. In rural areas, it is 95,558, including 54,031 males and 41,527 females. In urban areas, it is 60,775, including 33,282 males and 27,493 females.
- Illiterate population in Bishnupur district is about 81,066, including 31,469 males and 49,597 females. In rural areas, it is 54,336, including 21,140 males and 33,196 females. In urban areas, it is 26,730, including 10,329 males and 16,401 females.
- There are about 46,580 households in Bishnupur district, including 29,237 in rural areas and 17,343 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bishnupur. 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 | 22,113 | 21,834 | 279 |
| SC Male Population | 11,085 | 10,949 | 136 |
| SC Female Population | 11,028 | 10,885 | 143 |
| Total ST Population | 3,287 | 1,512 | 1,775 |
| ST Male Population | 1,625 | 766 | 859 |
| ST Female Population | 1,662 | 746 | 916 |
| Population Density | 479 / km² | 327 / km² | 2,364 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bishnupur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bishnupur district is approximately 22,113, including 11,085 males and 11,028 females. In rural areas, it is 21,834, including 10,949 males and 10,885 females. In urban areas, it is 279, including 136 males and 143 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bishnupur district is about 3,287, including 1,625 males and 1,662 females. In rural areas, it is 1,512, including 766 males and 746 females. In urban areas, it is 1,775, including 859 males and 916 females.
- Overall population density of Bishnupur district is around 479 people per km². Rural areas have about 327 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,364 people per km².