Bathinda
Bathinda is a district in the Punjab State of India. The total area of Bathinda district is 3,353 km², which includes 3,193.91 km² of rural area and 159.09 km² of urban area. There are about 279 villages in Bathinda district.
For administrative convenience, Bathinda 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 tehsils in Bathinda district. Here is the list of all Bathinda Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Bathinda District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bathinda | 1,512 | 7,55,926 |
| 2 | Rampura Phul | 882 | 3,16,669 |
| 3 | Talwandi Sabo | 959 | 3,15,930 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Bathinda is the largest tehsil in bathinda district by both area and population. Rampura Phul is the smallest tehsil in bathinda district by area, while Talwandi Sabo is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Bathinda | Bathinda |
| Smallest Tehsil | Rampura Phul | Rampura Phul |
Population of Bathinda District
The population of Bathinda 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 Bathinda, 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 | 13,88,525 | 8,89,308 | 4,99,217 |
| Total Male Population | 7,43,197 | 4,74,484 | 2,68,713 |
| Total Female Population | 6,45,328 | 4,14,824 | 2,30,504 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,51,145 | 94,372 | 56,773 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 81,533 | 50,967 | 30,566 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 69,612 | 43,405 | 26,207 |
| Literate Population | 8,44,868 | 4,93,192 | 3,51,676 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,88,261 | 2,87,532 | 2,00,729 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,56,607 | 2,05,660 | 1,50,947 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,43,657 | 3,96,116 | 1,47,541 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,54,936 | 1,86,952 | 67,984 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,88,721 | 2,09,164 | 79,557 |
| Households | 2,73,902 | 1,71,292 | 1,02,610 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bathinda district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bathinda district is 13,88,525, including 7,43,197 males and 6,45,328 females. In rural areas, it is 8,89,308, including 4,74,484 males and 4,14,824 females. In urban areas, it is 4,99,217, including 2,68,713 males and 2,30,504 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bathinda district is 1,51,145, including 81,533 boys and 69,612 girls. In rural areas, it is 94,372, including 50,967 boys and 43,405 girls. In urban areas, it is 56,773, including 30,566 boys and 26,207 girls.
- Literate population in Bathinda district is around 8,44,868, including 4,88,261 males and 3,56,607 females. In rural areas, it is 4,93,192, including 2,87,532 males and 2,05,660 females. In urban areas, it is 3,51,676, including 2,00,729 males and 1,50,947 females.
- Illiterate population in Bathinda district is about 5,43,657, including 2,54,936 males and 2,88,721 females. In rural areas, it is 3,96,116, including 1,86,952 males and 2,09,164 females. In urban areas, it is 1,47,541, including 67,984 males and 79,557 females.
- There are about 2,73,902 households in Bathinda district, including 1,71,292 in rural areas and 1,02,610 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bathinda. 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 | 4,50,473 | 3,21,533 | 1,28,940 |
| SC Male Population | 2,36,936 | 1,69,244 | 67,692 |
| SC Female Population | 2,13,537 | 1,52,289 | 61,248 |
| 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 | 414 / km² | 278 / km² | 3,138 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bathinda district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bathinda district is approximately 4,50,473, including 2,36,936 males and 2,13,537 females. In rural areas, it is 3,21,533, including 1,69,244 males and 1,52,289 females. In urban areas, it is 1,28,940, including 67,692 males and 61,248 females.
- Overall population density of Bathinda district is around 414 people per km². Rural areas have about 278 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,138 people per km².