Hoshiarpur
Hoshiarpur is a district in the Punjab State of India. The total area of Hoshiarpur district is 3,386 km², which includes 3,243.71 km² of rural area and 142.29 km² of urban area. There are about 1,385 villages in Hoshiarpur district.
For administrative convenience, Hoshiarpur 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 Hoshiarpur district. Here is the list of all Hoshiarpur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Hoshiarpur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dasua | 842 | 3,60,505 |
| 2 | Garhshankar | 796 | 3,30,711 |
| 3 | Hoshiarpur | 1,119 | 5,60,346 |
| 4 | Mukerian | 629 | 3,35,063 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Hoshiarpur is the largest tehsil in hoshiarpur district by both area and population. Mukerian is the smallest tehsil in hoshiarpur district by area, while Garhshankar is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Hoshiarpur | Hoshiarpur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Mukerian | Mukerian |
Population of Hoshiarpur District
The population of Hoshiarpur 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 Hoshiarpur, 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 | 15,86,625 | 12,51,656 | 3,34,969 |
| Total Male Population | 8,09,057 | 6,34,470 | 1,74,587 |
| Total Female Population | 7,77,568 | 6,17,186 | 1,60,382 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,68,331 | 1,34,056 | 34,275 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 90,280 | 71,880 | 18,400 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 78,051 | 62,176 | 15,875 |
| Literate Population | 11,99,699 | 9,35,835 | 2,63,864 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,37,927 | 4,96,632 | 1,41,295 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,61,772 | 4,39,203 | 1,22,569 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,86,926 | 3,15,821 | 71,105 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,71,130 | 1,37,838 | 33,292 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,15,796 | 1,77,983 | 37,813 |
| Households | 3,36,994 | 2,64,831 | 72,163 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Hoshiarpur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Hoshiarpur district is 15,86,625, including 8,09,057 males and 7,77,568 females. In rural areas, it is 12,51,656, including 6,34,470 males and 6,17,186 females. In urban areas, it is 3,34,969, including 1,74,587 males and 1,60,382 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Hoshiarpur district is 1,68,331, including 90,280 boys and 78,051 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,34,056, including 71,880 boys and 62,176 girls. In urban areas, it is 34,275, including 18,400 boys and 15,875 girls.
- Literate population in Hoshiarpur district is around 11,99,699, including 6,37,927 males and 5,61,772 females. In rural areas, it is 9,35,835, including 4,96,632 males and 4,39,203 females. In urban areas, it is 2,63,864, including 1,41,295 males and 1,22,569 females.
- Illiterate population in Hoshiarpur district is about 3,86,926, including 1,71,130 males and 2,15,796 females. In rural areas, it is 3,15,821, including 1,37,838 males and 1,77,983 females. In urban areas, it is 71,105, including 33,292 males and 37,813 females.
- There are about 3,36,994 households in Hoshiarpur district, including 2,64,831 in rural areas and 72,163 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Hoshiarpur. 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 | 5,57,504 | 4,65,037 | 92,467 |
| SC Male Population | 2,84,322 | 2,36,295 | 48,027 |
| SC Female Population | 2,73,182 | 2,28,742 | 44,440 |
| 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 | 469 / km² | 386 / km² | 2,354 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Hoshiarpur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Hoshiarpur district is approximately 5,57,504, including 2,84,322 males and 2,73,182 females. In rural areas, it is 4,65,037, including 2,36,295 males and 2,28,742 females. In urban areas, it is 92,467, including 48,027 males and 44,440 females.
- Overall population density of Hoshiarpur district is around 469 people per km². Rural areas have about 386 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,354 people per km².