Rupnagar
Rupnagar is a district in the Punjab State of India. The total area of Rupnagar district is 1,356 km², which includes 1,300.40 km² of rural area and 55.60 km² of urban area. There are about 591 villages in Rupnagar district.
For administrative convenience, Rupnagar 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 Rupnagar district. Here is the list of all Rupnagar Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Rupnagar District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anandpur Sahib | 400 | 1,94,445 |
| 2 | Chamkaur Sahib | 361 | 1,75,341 |
| 3 | Nangal | 243 | 1,33,585 |
| 4 | Rupnagar | 352 | 1,81,256 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Anandpur Sahib is the largest tehsil in rupnagar district by both area and population. Nangal is the smallest tehsil in rupnagar district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Anandpur Sahib | Anandpur Sahib |
| Smallest Tehsil | Nangal | Nangal |
Population of Rupnagar District
The population of Rupnagar 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 Rupnagar, 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 | 6,84,627 | 5,06,820 | 1,77,807 |
| Total Male Population | 3,57,485 | 2,64,089 | 93,396 |
| Total Female Population | 3,27,142 | 2,42,731 | 84,411 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 72,926 | 55,079 | 17,847 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 39,152 | 29,629 | 9,523 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 33,774 | 25,450 | 8,324 |
| Literate Population | 5,02,731 | 3,64,922 | 1,37,809 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,78,534 | 2,03,376 | 75,158 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,24,197 | 1,61,546 | 62,651 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,81,896 | 1,41,898 | 39,998 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 78,951 | 60,713 | 18,238 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,02,945 | 81,185 | 21,760 |
| Households | 1,35,635 | 97,827 | 37,808 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Rupnagar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Rupnagar district is 6,84,627, including 3,57,485 males and 3,27,142 females. In rural areas, it is 5,06,820, including 2,64,089 males and 2,42,731 females. In urban areas, it is 1,77,807, including 93,396 males and 84,411 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Rupnagar district is 72,926, including 39,152 boys and 33,774 girls. In rural areas, it is 55,079, including 29,629 boys and 25,450 girls. In urban areas, it is 17,847, including 9,523 boys and 8,324 girls.
- Literate population in Rupnagar district is around 5,02,731, including 2,78,534 males and 2,24,197 females. In rural areas, it is 3,64,922, including 2,03,376 males and 1,61,546 females. In urban areas, it is 1,37,809, including 75,158 males and 62,651 females.
- Illiterate population in Rupnagar district is about 1,81,896, including 78,951 males and 1,02,945 females. In rural areas, it is 1,41,898, including 60,713 males and 81,185 females. In urban areas, it is 39,998, including 18,238 males and 21,760 females.
- There are about 1,35,635 households in Rupnagar district, including 97,827 in rural areas and 37,808 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Rupnagar. 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 | 1,80,905 | 1,38,597 | 42,308 |
| SC Male Population | 94,334 | 72,349 | 21,985 |
| SC Female Population | 86,571 | 66,248 | 20,323 |
| 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 | 505 / km² | 390 / km² | 3,198 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Rupnagar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Rupnagar district is approximately 1,80,905, including 94,334 males and 86,571 females. In rural areas, it is 1,38,597, including 72,349 males and 66,248 females. In urban areas, it is 42,308, including 21,985 males and 20,323 females.
- Overall population density of Rupnagar district is around 505 people per km². Rural areas have about 390 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,198 people per km².