Gurdaspur
Gurdaspur is a district in the Punjab State of India. The total area of Gurdaspur district is 3,551 km², which includes 3,330.27 km² of rural area and 220.73 km² of urban area. There are about 1,515 villages in Gurdaspur district.
For administrative convenience, Gurdaspur 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.
Gurdaspur is the largest tehsil in gurdaspur district by both area and population. Dhar Kalan is the smallest tehsil in gurdaspur district by both area and population. There are 5 tehsils in Gurdaspur district. Here is the list of all Gurdaspur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Gurdaspur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Batala | 951 | 6,75,891 |
| 2 | Dera Baba Nanak | 296 | 1,24,295 |
| 3 | Dhar Kalan | 264 | 54,186 |
| 4 | Gurdaspur | 1,353 | 8,21,539 |
| 5 | Pathankot | 687 | 6,22,412 |
Population of Gurdaspur District
The population of Gurdaspur 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 Gurdaspur, 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 | 22,98,323 | 16,39,004 | 6,59,319 |
| Total Male Population | 12,12,617 | 8,55,784 | 3,56,833 |
| Total Female Population | 10,85,706 | 7,83,220 | 3,02,486 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,53,579 | 1,88,167 | 65,412 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,39,261 | 1,03,316 | 35,945 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,14,318 | 84,851 | 29,467 |
| Literate Population | 16,34,719 | 11,16,537 | 5,18,182 |
| Literate Male Population | 9,07,660 | 6,16,852 | 2,90,808 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,27,059 | 4,99,685 | 2,27,374 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,63,604 | 5,22,467 | 1,41,137 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,04,957 | 2,38,932 | 66,025 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,58,647 | 2,83,535 | 75,112 |
| Households | 4,43,666 | 3,12,300 | 1,31,366 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Gurdaspur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Gurdaspur district is 22,98,323, including 12,12,617 males and 10,85,706 females. In rural areas, it is 16,39,004, including 8,55,784 males and 7,83,220 females. In urban areas, it is 6,59,319, including 3,56,833 males and 3,02,486 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Gurdaspur district is 2,53,579, including 1,39,261 boys and 1,14,318 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,88,167, including 1,03,316 boys and 84,851 girls. In urban areas, it is 65,412, including 35,945 boys and 29,467 girls.
- Literate population in Gurdaspur district is around 16,34,719, including 9,07,660 males and 7,27,059 females. In rural areas, it is 11,16,537, including 6,16,852 males and 4,99,685 females. In urban areas, it is 5,18,182, including 2,90,808 males and 2,27,374 females.
- Illiterate population in Gurdaspur district is about 6,63,604, including 3,04,957 males and 3,58,647 females. In rural areas, it is 5,22,467, including 2,38,932 males and 2,83,535 females. In urban areas, it is 1,41,137, including 66,025 males and 75,112 females.
- There are about 4,43,666 households in Gurdaspur district, including 3,12,300 in rural areas and 1,31,366 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Gurdaspur. 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 | 5,80,576 | 4,35,930 | 1,44,646 |
| SC Male Population | 3,04,894 | 2,28,541 | 76,353 |
| SC Female Population | 2,75,682 | 2,07,389 | 68,293 |
| 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 | 647 / km² | 492 / km² | 2,987 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Gurdaspur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Gurdaspur district is approximately 5,80,576, including 3,04,894 males and 2,75,682 females. In rural areas, it is 4,35,930, including 2,28,541 males and 2,07,389 females. In urban areas, it is 1,44,646, including 76,353 males and 68,293 females.
- Overall population density of Gurdaspur district is around 647 people per km². Rural areas have about 492 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,987 people per km².