Sangrur
Sangrur is a district in the Punjab State of India. The total area of Sangrur district is 3,625 km², which includes 3,465.75 km² of rural area and 159.25 km² of urban area. There are about 564 villages in Sangrur district.
For administrative convenience, Sangrur 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 6 tehsils in Sangrur district. Here is the list of all Sangrur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Sangrur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dhuri | 605 | 2,61,247 |
| 2 | Lehra | 441 | 1,32,382 |
| 3 | Malerkotla | 684 | 4,29,754 |
| 4 | Moonak | 342 | 1,34,263 |
| 5 | Sangrur | 783 | 3,62,882 |
| 6 | Sunam | 770 | 3,34,641 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Sangrur District
Sangrur is the largest tehsil in sangrur district, covering an area of 783.07 km², while Moonak is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 342.19 km². Malerkotla is the most populous, whereas Lehra is the least populous tehsil in sangrur district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Sangrur | Malerkotla |
| Smallest Tehsil | Moonak | Moonak |
Population of Sangrur District
The population of Sangrur 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 Sangrur, 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 | 16,55,169 | 11,39,204 | 5,15,965 |
| Total Male Population | 8,78,029 | 6,04,653 | 2,73,376 |
| Total Female Population | 7,77,140 | 5,34,551 | 2,42,589 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,81,334 | 1,22,324 | 59,010 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 98,547 | 66,967 | 31,580 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 82,787 | 55,357 | 27,430 |
| Literate Population | 10,02,077 | 6,58,857 | 3,43,220 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,70,413 | 3,77,587 | 1,92,826 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,31,664 | 2,81,270 | 1,50,394 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,53,092 | 4,80,347 | 1,72,745 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,07,616 | 2,27,066 | 80,550 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,45,476 | 2,53,281 | 92,195 |
| Households | 3,18,870 | 2,17,864 | 1,01,006 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Sangrur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Sangrur district is 16,55,169, including 8,78,029 males and 7,77,140 females. In rural areas, it is 11,39,204, including 6,04,653 males and 5,34,551 females. In urban areas, it is 5,15,965, including 2,73,376 males and 2,42,589 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Sangrur district is 1,81,334, including 98,547 boys and 82,787 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,22,324, including 66,967 boys and 55,357 girls. In urban areas, it is 59,010, including 31,580 boys and 27,430 girls.
- Literate population in Sangrur district is around 10,02,077, including 5,70,413 males and 4,31,664 females. In rural areas, it is 6,58,857, including 3,77,587 males and 2,81,270 females. In urban areas, it is 3,43,220, including 1,92,826 males and 1,50,394 females.
- Illiterate population in Sangrur district is about 6,53,092, including 3,07,616 males and 3,45,476 females. In rural areas, it is 4,80,347, including 2,27,066 males and 2,53,281 females. In urban areas, it is 1,72,745, including 80,550 males and 92,195 females.
- There are about 3,18,870 households in Sangrur district, including 2,17,864 in rural areas and 1,01,006 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Sangrur. 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 | 4,61,609 | 3,61,376 | 1,00,233 |
| SC Male Population | 2,44,231 | 1,91,723 | 52,508 |
| SC Female Population | 2,17,378 | 1,69,653 | 47,725 |
| 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 | 457 / km² | 329 / km² | 3,240 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Sangrur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sangrur district is approximately 4,61,609, including 2,44,231 males and 2,17,378 females. In rural areas, it is 3,61,376, including 1,91,723 males and 1,69,653 females. In urban areas, it is 1,00,233, including 52,508 males and 47,725 females.
- Overall population density of Sangrur district is around 457 people per km². Rural areas have about 329 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,240 people per km².