Amritsar
Amritsar is a district in the Punjab State of India. The total area of Amritsar district is 2,683 km², which includes 2,462.03 km² of rural area and 220.97 km² of urban area. There are about 703 villages in Amritsar district.
For administrative convenience, Amritsar 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 4 tehsils in Amritsar district. Here is the list of all Amritsar Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Amritsar District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ajnala | 1,098 | 4,42,711 |
| 2 | Amritsar I | 491 | 3,12,240 |
| 3 | Amritsar II | 562 | 14,15,214 |
| 4 | Baba Bakala | 533 | 3,20,491 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Ajnala is the largest tehsil in amritsar district by area, while Amritsar- II is the largest by population. Amritsar -I is the smallest tehsil in amritsar district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Ajnala | Amritsar- II |
| Smallest Tehsil | Amritsar -I | Amritsar -I |
Population of Amritsar District
The population of Amritsar 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 Amritsar, 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 | 24,90,656 | 11,56,045 | 13,34,611 |
| Total Male Population | 13,18,408 | 6,07,266 | 7,11,142 |
| Total Female Population | 11,72,248 | 5,48,779 | 6,23,469 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,81,795 | 1,42,172 | 1,39,623 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,54,351 | 77,869 | 76,482 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,27,444 | 64,303 | 63,141 |
| Literate Population | 16,84,770 | 6,89,447 | 9,95,323 |
| Literate Male Population | 9,32,981 | 3,86,035 | 5,46,946 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,51,789 | 3,03,412 | 4,48,377 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,05,886 | 4,66,598 | 3,39,288 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,85,427 | 2,21,231 | 1,64,196 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,20,459 | 2,45,367 | 1,75,092 |
| Households | 4,88,898 | 2,14,993 | 2,73,905 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Amritsar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Amritsar district is 24,90,656, including 13,18,408 males and 11,72,248 females. In rural areas, it is 11,56,045, including 6,07,266 males and 5,48,779 females. In urban areas, it is 13,34,611, including 7,11,142 males and 6,23,469 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Amritsar district is 2,81,795, including 1,54,351 boys and 1,27,444 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,42,172, including 77,869 boys and 64,303 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,39,623, including 76,482 boys and 63,141 girls.
- Literate population in Amritsar district is around 16,84,770, including 9,32,981 males and 7,51,789 females. In rural areas, it is 6,89,447, including 3,86,035 males and 3,03,412 females. In urban areas, it is 9,95,323, including 5,46,946 males and 4,48,377 females.
- Illiterate population in Amritsar district is about 8,05,886, including 3,85,427 males and 4,20,459 females. In rural areas, it is 4,66,598, including 2,21,231 males and 2,45,367 females. In urban areas, it is 3,39,288, including 1,64,196 males and 1,75,092 females.
- There are about 4,88,898 households in Amritsar district, including 2,14,993 in rural areas and 2,73,905 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Amritsar. 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 | 7,70,864 | 4,64,984 | 3,05,880 |
| SC Male Population | 4,05,977 | 2,44,254 | 1,61,723 |
| SC Female Population | 3,64,887 | 2,20,730 | 1,44,157 |
| Total ST Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| ST Male Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| ST Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Population Density | 928 / km² | 470 / km² | 6,040 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Amritsar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Amritsar district is approximately 7,70,864, including 4,05,977 males and 3,64,887 females. In rural areas, it is 4,64,984, including 2,44,254 males and 2,20,730 females. In urban areas, it is 3,05,880, including 1,61,723 males and 1,44,157 females.
- Overall population density of Amritsar district is around 928 people per km². Rural areas have about 470 people per km². Urban areas have about 6,040 people per km².