Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar
Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar is a district in the Punjab State of India. The total area of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district is 1,094 km², which includes 921.97 km² of rural area and 172.03 km² of urban area. There are about 403 villages in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district.
For administrative convenience, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar 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 Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district. Here is the list of all Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dera Bassi | 389 | 3,40,490 |
| 2 | Kharar | 518 | 3,29,763 |
| 3 | SAS Nagar | 187 | 3,24,375 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kharar is the largest tehsil in sahibzada ajit singh nagar district by area, while Dera Bassi is the largest by population. SAS Nagar (Mohali) is the smallest tehsil in sahibzada ajit singh nagar district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kharar | Dera Bassi |
| Smallest Tehsil | SAS Nagar (Mohali) | SAS Nagar (Mohali) |
Population of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar District
The population of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar 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 Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, 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 | 9,94,628 | 4,50,017 | 5,44,611 |
| Total Male Population | 5,29,253 | 2,40,984 | 2,88,269 |
| Total Female Population | 4,65,375 | 2,09,033 | 2,56,342 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,15,644 | 53,006 | 62,638 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 62,808 | 29,111 | 33,697 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 52,836 | 23,895 | 28,941 |
| Literate Population | 7,36,575 | 3,13,569 | 4,23,006 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,09,944 | 1,78,533 | 2,31,411 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,26,631 | 1,35,036 | 1,91,595 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,58,053 | 1,36,448 | 1,21,605 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,19,309 | 62,451 | 56,858 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,38,744 | 73,997 | 64,747 |
| Households | 2,05,411 | 85,123 | 1,20,288 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district is 9,94,628, including 5,29,253 males and 4,65,375 females. In rural areas, it is 4,50,017, including 2,40,984 males and 2,09,033 females. In urban areas, it is 5,44,611, including 2,88,269 males and 2,56,342 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district is 1,15,644, including 62,808 boys and 52,836 girls. In rural areas, it is 53,006, including 29,111 boys and 23,895 girls. In urban areas, it is 62,638, including 33,697 boys and 28,941 girls.
- Literate population in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district is around 7,36,575, including 4,09,944 males and 3,26,631 females. In rural areas, it is 3,13,569, including 1,78,533 males and 1,35,036 females. In urban areas, it is 4,23,006, including 2,31,411 males and 1,91,595 females.
- Illiterate population in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district is about 2,58,053, including 1,19,309 males and 1,38,744 females. In rural areas, it is 1,36,448, including 62,451 males and 73,997 females. In urban areas, it is 1,21,605, including 56,858 males and 64,747 females.
- There are about 2,05,411 households in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district, including 85,123 in rural areas and 1,20,288 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. 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 | 2,16,231 | 1,32,713 | 83,518 |
| SC Male Population | 1,14,383 | 70,327 | 44,056 |
| SC Female Population | 1,01,848 | 62,386 | 39,462 |
| 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 | 909 / km² | 488 / km² | 3,166 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district is approximately 2,16,231, including 1,14,383 males and 1,01,848 females. In rural areas, it is 1,32,713, including 70,327 males and 62,386 females. In urban areas, it is 83,518, including 44,056 males and 39,462 females.
- Overall population density of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district is around 909 people per km². Rural areas have about 488 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,166 people per km².