Firozpur
Firozpur is a district in the Punjab State of India. The total area of Firozpur district is 5,305 km², which includes 5,166.42 km² of rural area and 138.58 km² of urban area. There are about 955 villages in Firozpur district.
For administrative convenience, Firozpur 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 5 tehsils in Firozpur district. Here is the list of all Firozpur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Firozpur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abohar | 1,209 | 4,43,266 |
| 2 | Fazilka | 1,153 | 4,04,152 |
| 3 | Firozpur | 1,293 | 5,67,191 |
| 4 | Jalalabad | 910 | 3,56,027 |
| 5 | Zira | 740 | 2,58,438 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Firozpur District
Firozpur is the largest tehsil in firozpur district by both area and population. Zira is the smallest tehsil in firozpur district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Firozpur | Firozpur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Zira | Zira |
Population of Firozpur District
The population of Firozpur 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 Firozpur, 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 | 20,29,074 | 14,76,518 | 5,52,556 |
| Total Male Population | 10,71,637 | 7,76,208 | 2,95,429 |
| Total Female Population | 9,57,437 | 7,00,310 | 2,57,127 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,48,103 | 1,85,699 | 62,404 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,34,319 | 1,00,505 | 33,814 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,13,784 | 85,194 | 28,590 |
| Literate Population | 12,27,511 | 8,40,820 | 3,86,691 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,07,070 | 4,89,462 | 2,17,608 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,20,441 | 3,51,358 | 1,69,083 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,01,563 | 6,35,698 | 1,65,865 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,64,567 | 2,86,746 | 77,821 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,36,996 | 3,48,952 | 88,044 |
| Households | 3,85,994 | 2,76,967 | 1,09,027 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Firozpur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Firozpur district is 20,29,074, including 10,71,637 males and 9,57,437 females. In rural areas, it is 14,76,518, including 7,76,208 males and 7,00,310 females. In urban areas, it is 5,52,556, including 2,95,429 males and 2,57,127 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Firozpur district is 2,48,103, including 1,34,319 boys and 1,13,784 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,85,699, including 1,00,505 boys and 85,194 girls. In urban areas, it is 62,404, including 33,814 boys and 28,590 girls.
- Literate population in Firozpur district is around 12,27,511, including 7,07,070 males and 5,20,441 females. In rural areas, it is 8,40,820, including 4,89,462 males and 3,51,358 females. In urban areas, it is 3,86,691, including 2,17,608 males and 1,69,083 females.
- Illiterate population in Firozpur district is about 8,01,563, including 3,64,567 males and 4,36,996 females. In rural areas, it is 6,35,698, including 2,86,746 males and 3,48,952 females. In urban areas, it is 1,65,865, including 77,821 males and 88,044 females.
- There are about 3,85,994 households in Firozpur district, including 2,76,967 in rural areas and 1,09,027 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Firozpur. 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 | 8,55,726 | 7,09,922 | 1,45,804 |
| SC Male Population | 4,45,461 | 3,69,036 | 76,425 |
| SC Female Population | 4,10,265 | 3,40,886 | 69,379 |
| 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 | 382 / km² | 286 / km² | 3,987 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Firozpur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Firozpur district is approximately 8,55,726, including 4,45,461 males and 4,10,265 females. In rural areas, it is 7,09,922, including 3,69,036 males and 3,40,886 females. In urban areas, it is 1,45,804, including 76,425 males and 69,379 females.
- Overall population density of Firozpur district is around 382 people per km². Rural areas have about 286 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,987 people per km².