Fatehgarh Sahib
Fatehgarh Sahib is a district in the Punjab State of India. The total area of Fatehgarh Sahib district is 1,180 km², which includes 1,102.33 km² of rural area and 77.67 km² of urban area. There are about 442 villages in Fatehgarh Sahib district.
For administrative convenience, Fatehgarh Sahib 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.
Fatehgarh Sahib is the largest tehsil in fatehgarh sahib district by area while Amloh is the largest tehsil by population. Khamanon is the smallest tehsil in fatehgarh sahib district by both area and population. There are 4 tehsils in Fatehgarh Sahib district. Here is the list of all Fatehgarh Sahib Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Fatehgarh Sahib District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amloh | 271 | 2,10,628 |
| 2 | Bassi Pathana | 225 | 96,163 |
| 3 | Fatehgarh Sahib | 484 | 2,02,334 |
| 4 | Khamanon | 200 | 91,038 |
Population of Fatehgarh Sahib District
The population of Fatehgarh Sahib 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 Fatehgarh Sahib, 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 | 6,00,163 | 4,14,681 | 1,85,482 |
| Total Male Population | 3,20,795 | 2,20,050 | 1,00,745 |
| Total Female Population | 2,79,368 | 1,94,631 | 84,737 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 63,271 | 42,785 | 20,486 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 34,340 | 23,310 | 11,030 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 28,931 | 19,475 | 9,456 |
| Literate Population | 4,26,033 | 2,88,340 | 1,37,693 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,38,696 | 1,60,922 | 77,774 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,87,337 | 1,27,418 | 59,919 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,74,130 | 1,26,341 | 47,789 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 82,099 | 59,128 | 22,971 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 92,031 | 67,213 | 24,818 |
| Households | 1,18,100 | 78,997 | 39,103 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Fatehgarh Sahib district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Fatehgarh Sahib district is 6,00,163, including 3,20,795 males and 2,79,368 females. In rural areas, it is 4,14,681, including 2,20,050 males and 1,94,631 females. In urban areas, it is 1,85,482, including 1,00,745 males and 84,737 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Fatehgarh Sahib district is 63,271, including 34,340 boys and 28,931 girls. In rural areas, it is 42,785, including 23,310 boys and 19,475 girls. In urban areas, it is 20,486, including 11,030 boys and 9,456 girls.
- Literate population in Fatehgarh Sahib district is around 4,26,033, including 2,38,696 males and 1,87,337 females. In rural areas, it is 2,88,340, including 1,60,922 males and 1,27,418 females. In urban areas, it is 1,37,693, including 77,774 males and 59,919 females.
- Illiterate population in Fatehgarh Sahib district is about 1,74,130, including 82,099 males and 92,031 females. In rural areas, it is 1,26,341, including 59,128 males and 67,213 females. In urban areas, it is 47,789, including 22,971 males and 24,818 females.
- There are about 1,18,100 households in Fatehgarh Sahib district, including 78,997 in rural areas and 39,103 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Fatehgarh Sahib. 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 | 1,92,493 | 1,54,570 | 37,923 |
| SC Male Population | 1,01,882 | 81,690 | 20,192 |
| SC Female Population | 90,611 | 72,880 | 17,731 |
| 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 | 509 / km² | 376 / km² | 2,388 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Fatehgarh Sahib district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Fatehgarh Sahib district is approximately 1,92,493, including 1,01,882 males and 90,611 females. In rural areas, it is 1,54,570, including 81,690 males and 72,880 females. In urban areas, it is 37,923, including 20,192 males and 17,731 females.
- Overall population density of Fatehgarh Sahib district is around 509 people per km². Rural areas have about 376 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,388 people per km².