Muktsar
Muktsar is a district in the Punjab State of India. The total area of Muktsar district is 2,593 km², which includes 2,530.28 km² of rural area and 62.72 km² of urban area. There are about 233 villages in Muktsar district.
For administrative convenience, Muktsar 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 3 tehsils in Muktsar district. Here is the list of all Muktsar Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Muktsar District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gidderbaha | 654 | 2,22,937 |
| 2 | Malout | 1,055 | 3,48,165 |
| 3 | Muktsar | 885 | 3,30,794 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Malout is the largest tehsil in muktsar district by both area and population. Gidderbaha is the smallest tehsil in muktsar district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Malout | Malout |
| Smallest Tehsil | Gidderbaha | Gidderbaha |
Population of Muktsar District
The population of Muktsar 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 Muktsar, 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 | 9,01,896 | 6,49,705 | 2,52,191 |
| Total Male Population | 4,75,622 | 3,42,202 | 1,33,420 |
| Total Female Population | 4,26,274 | 3,07,503 | 1,18,771 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,04,419 | 74,581 | 29,838 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 57,020 | 40,700 | 16,320 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 47,399 | 33,881 | 13,518 |
| Literate Population | 5,24,848 | 3,55,161 | 1,69,687 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,00,401 | 2,04,933 | 95,468 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,24,447 | 1,50,228 | 74,219 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,77,048 | 2,94,544 | 82,504 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,75,221 | 1,37,269 | 37,952 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,01,827 | 1,57,275 | 44,552 |
| Households | 1,74,360 | 1,24,124 | 50,236 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Muktsar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Muktsar district is 9,01,896, including 4,75,622 males and 4,26,274 females. In rural areas, it is 6,49,705, including 3,42,202 males and 3,07,503 females. In urban areas, it is 2,52,191, including 1,33,420 males and 1,18,771 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Muktsar district is 1,04,419, including 57,020 boys and 47,399 girls. In rural areas, it is 74,581, including 40,700 boys and 33,881 girls. In urban areas, it is 29,838, including 16,320 boys and 13,518 girls.
- Literate population in Muktsar district is around 5,24,848, including 3,00,401 males and 2,24,447 females. In rural areas, it is 3,55,161, including 2,04,933 males and 1,50,228 females. In urban areas, it is 1,69,687, including 95,468 males and 74,219 females.
- Illiterate population in Muktsar district is about 3,77,048, including 1,75,221 males and 2,01,827 females. In rural areas, it is 2,94,544, including 1,37,269 males and 1,57,275 females. In urban areas, it is 82,504, including 37,952 males and 44,552 females.
- There are about 1,74,360 households in Muktsar district, including 1,24,124 in rural areas and 50,236 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Muktsar. 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 | 3,81,554 | 2,95,179 | 86,375 |
| SC Male Population | 2,00,473 | 1,55,136 | 45,337 |
| SC Female Population | 1,81,081 | 1,40,043 | 41,038 |
| 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 | 348 / km² | 257 / km² | 4,021 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Muktsar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Muktsar district is approximately 3,81,554, including 2,00,473 males and 1,81,081 females. In rural areas, it is 2,95,179, including 1,55,136 males and 1,40,043 females. In urban areas, it is 86,375, including 45,337 males and 41,038 females.
- Overall population density of Muktsar district is around 348 people per km². Rural areas have about 257 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,021 people per km².