Ludhiana
Ludhiana is a district in the Punjab State of India. The total area of Ludhiana district is 3,578 km², which includes 3,256.10 km² of rural area and 321.90 km² of urban area. There are about 885 villages in Ludhiana district.
For administrative convenience, Ludhiana 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 7 tehsils in Ludhiana district. Here is the list of all Ludhiana Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Ludhiana District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jagraon | 784 | 3,41,234 |
| 2 | Khanna | 212 | 2,22,297 |
| 3 | Ludhiana East | 634 | 19,34,225 |
| 4 | Ludhiana West | 543 | 3,62,602 |
| 5 | Payal | 429 | 2,13,545 |
| 6 | Raikot | 483 | 2,01,451 |
| 7 | Samrala | 492 | 2,23,385 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Jagraon is the largest tehsil in ludhiana district, covering an area of 784.34 km², while Khanna is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 212.40 km². Ludhiana (East) is the most populous, whereas Raikot is the least populous tehsil in ludhiana district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Jagraon | Ludhiana (East) |
| Smallest Tehsil | Khanna | Khanna |
Population of Ludhiana District
The population of Ludhiana 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 Ludhiana, 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 | 34,98,739 | 14,29,031 | 20,69,708 |
| Total Male Population | 18,67,816 | 7,53,444 | 11,14,372 |
| Total Female Population | 16,30,923 | 6,75,587 | 9,55,336 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,84,114 | 1,48,970 | 2,35,144 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,06,502 | 80,113 | 1,26,389 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,77,612 | 68,857 | 1,08,755 |
| Literate Population | 25,60,225 | 10,02,069 | 15,58,156 |
| Literate Male Population | 14,28,348 | 5,57,296 | 8,71,052 |
| Literate Female Population | 11,31,877 | 4,44,773 | 6,87,104 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,38,514 | 4,26,962 | 5,11,552 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,39,468 | 1,96,148 | 2,43,320 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,99,046 | 2,30,814 | 2,68,232 |
| Households | 7,16,826 | 2,80,796 | 4,36,030 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Ludhiana district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Ludhiana district is 34,98,739, including 18,67,816 males and 16,30,923 females. In rural areas, it is 14,29,031, including 7,53,444 males and 6,75,587 females. In urban areas, it is 20,69,708, including 11,14,372 males and 9,55,336 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Ludhiana district is 3,84,114, including 2,06,502 boys and 1,77,612 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,48,970, including 80,113 boys and 68,857 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,35,144, including 1,26,389 boys and 1,08,755 girls.
- Literate population in Ludhiana district is around 25,60,225, including 14,28,348 males and 11,31,877 females. In rural areas, it is 10,02,069, including 5,57,296 males and 4,44,773 females. In urban areas, it is 15,58,156, including 8,71,052 males and 6,87,104 females.
- Illiterate population in Ludhiana district is about 9,38,514, including 4,39,468 males and 4,99,046 females. In rural areas, it is 4,26,962, including 1,96,148 males and 2,30,814 females. In urban areas, it is 5,11,552, including 2,43,320 males and 2,68,232 females.
- There are about 7,16,826 households in Ludhiana district, including 2,80,796 in rural areas and 4,36,030 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Ludhiana. 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 | 9,23,358 | 5,59,471 | 3,63,887 |
| SC Male Population | 4,87,839 | 2,94,159 | 1,93,680 |
| SC Female Population | 4,35,519 | 2,65,312 | 1,70,207 |
| 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 | 978 / km² | 439 / km² | 6,430 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Ludhiana district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ludhiana district is approximately 9,23,358, including 4,87,839 males and 4,35,519 females. In rural areas, it is 5,59,471, including 2,94,159 males and 2,65,312 females. In urban areas, it is 3,63,887, including 1,93,680 males and 1,70,207 females.
- Overall population density of Ludhiana district is around 978 people per km². Rural areas have about 439 people per km². Urban areas have about 6,430 people per km².