Patiala
Patiala is a district in the Punjab State of India. The total area of Patiala district is 3,325 km², which includes 3,169.81 km² of rural area and 155.19 km² of urban area. There are about 895 villages in Patiala district.
For administrative convenience, Patiala 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.
Patiala is the largest tehsil in patiala district by both area and population. Patran is the smallest tehsil in patiala district by area while Samana is the smallest tehsil by population. There are 5 tehsils in Patiala district. Here is the list of all Patiala Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Patiala District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nabha | 628 | 2,77,236 |
| 2 | Patiala | 1,148 | 8,59,786 |
| 3 | Patran | 405 | 1,93,683 |
| 4 | Rajpura | 723 | 3,91,011 |
| 5 | Samana | 420 | 1,73,970 |
Population of Patiala District
The population of Patiala 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 Patiala, 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 | 18,95,686 | 11,32,406 | 7,63,280 |
| Total Male Population | 10,02,522 | 5,98,800 | 4,03,722 |
| Total Female Population | 8,93,164 | 5,33,606 | 3,59,558 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,12,892 | 1,34,494 | 78,398 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,15,917 | 73,596 | 42,321 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 96,975 | 60,898 | 36,077 |
| Literate Population | 12,66,791 | 6,88,838 | 5,77,953 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,11,052 | 3,93,440 | 3,17,612 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,55,739 | 2,95,398 | 2,60,341 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,28,895 | 4,43,568 | 1,85,327 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,91,470 | 2,05,360 | 86,110 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,37,425 | 2,38,208 | 99,217 |
| Households | 3,72,293 | 2,14,257 | 1,58,036 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Patiala district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Patiala district is 18,95,686, including 10,02,522 males and 8,93,164 females. In rural areas, it is 11,32,406, including 5,98,800 males and 5,33,606 females. In urban areas, it is 7,63,280, including 4,03,722 males and 3,59,558 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Patiala district is 2,12,892, including 1,15,917 boys and 96,975 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,34,494, including 73,596 boys and 60,898 girls. In urban areas, it is 78,398, including 42,321 boys and 36,077 girls.
- Literate population in Patiala district is around 12,66,791, including 7,11,052 males and 5,55,739 females. In rural areas, it is 6,88,838, including 3,93,440 males and 2,95,398 females. In urban areas, it is 5,77,953, including 3,17,612 males and 2,60,341 females.
- Illiterate population in Patiala district is about 6,28,895, including 2,91,470 males and 3,37,425 females. In rural areas, it is 4,43,568, including 2,05,360 males and 2,38,208 females. In urban areas, it is 1,85,327, including 86,110 males and 99,217 females.
- There are about 3,72,293 households in Patiala district, including 2,14,257 in rural areas and 1,58,036 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Patiala. 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 | 4,65,359 | 3,48,587 | 1,16,772 |
| SC Male Population | 2,44,503 | 1,83,424 | 61,079 |
| SC Female Population | 2,20,856 | 1,65,163 | 55,693 |
| 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 | 570 / km² | 357 / km² | 4,918 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Patiala district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Patiala district is approximately 4,65,359, including 2,44,503 males and 2,20,856 females. In rural areas, it is 3,48,587, including 1,83,424 males and 1,65,163 females. In urban areas, it is 1,16,772, including 61,079 males and 55,693 females.
- Overall population density of Patiala district is around 570 people per km². Rural areas have about 357 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,918 people per km².