Kapurthala
Kapurthala is a district in the Punjab State of India. The total area of Kapurthala district is 1,633 km², which includes 1,543.37 km² of rural area and 89.63 km² of urban area. There are about 612 villages in Kapurthala district.
For administrative convenience, Kapurthala 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 Kapurthala district. Here is the list of all Kapurthala Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Kapurthala District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhulath | 235 | 1,04,354 |
| 2 | Kapurthala | 657 | 3,41,631 |
| 3 | Phagwara | 297 | 2,47,367 |
| 4 | Sultanpur Lodhi | 445 | 1,21,816 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kapurthala is the largest tehsil in kapurthala district by both area and population. Bhulath is the smallest tehsil in kapurthala district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kapurthala | Kapurthala |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bhulath | Bhulath |
Population of Kapurthala District
The population of Kapurthala 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 Kapurthala, 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 | 8,15,168 | 5,32,706 | 2,82,462 |
| Total Male Population | 4,26,311 | 2,75,932 | 1,50,379 |
| Total Female Population | 3,88,857 | 2,56,774 | 1,32,083 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 86,025 | 57,353 | 28,672 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 45,973 | 30,852 | 15,121 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 40,052 | 26,501 | 13,551 |
| Literate Population | 5,76,567 | 3,60,776 | 2,15,791 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,16,254 | 1,96,919 | 1,19,335 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,60,313 | 1,63,857 | 96,456 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,38,601 | 1,71,930 | 66,671 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,10,057 | 79,013 | 31,044 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,28,544 | 92,917 | 35,627 |
| Households | 1,67,989 | 1,07,710 | 60,279 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kapurthala district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kapurthala district is 8,15,168, including 4,26,311 males and 3,88,857 females. In rural areas, it is 5,32,706, including 2,75,932 males and 2,56,774 females. In urban areas, it is 2,82,462, including 1,50,379 males and 1,32,083 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kapurthala district is 86,025, including 45,973 boys and 40,052 girls. In rural areas, it is 57,353, including 30,852 boys and 26,501 girls. In urban areas, it is 28,672, including 15,121 boys and 13,551 girls.
- Literate population in Kapurthala district is around 5,76,567, including 3,16,254 males and 2,60,313 females. In rural areas, it is 3,60,776, including 1,96,919 males and 1,63,857 females. In urban areas, it is 2,15,791, including 1,19,335 males and 96,456 females.
- Illiterate population in Kapurthala district is about 2,38,601, including 1,10,057 males and 1,28,544 females. In rural areas, it is 1,71,930, including 79,013 males and 92,917 females. In urban areas, it is 66,671, including 31,044 males and 35,627 females.
- There are about 1,67,989 households in Kapurthala district, including 1,07,710 in rural areas and 60,279 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kapurthala. 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 | 2,76,707 | 2,12,013 | 64,694 |
| SC Male Population | 1,43,901 | 1,10,167 | 33,734 |
| SC Female Population | 1,32,806 | 1,01,846 | 30,960 |
| 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 | 499 / km² | 345 / km² | 3,151 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kapurthala district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kapurthala district is approximately 2,76,707, including 1,43,901 males and 1,32,806 females. In rural areas, it is 2,12,013, including 1,10,167 males and 1,01,846 females. In urban areas, it is 64,694, including 33,734 males and 30,960 females.
- Overall population density of Kapurthala district is around 499 people per km². Rural areas have about 345 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,151 people per km².