Tarn Taran
Tarn Taran is a district in the Punjab State of India. The total area of Tarn Taran district is 2,414 km², which includes 2,379.67 km² of rural area and 34.33 km² of urban area. There are about 479 villages in Tarn Taran district.
For administrative convenience, Tarn Taran 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.
Patti is the largest tehsil in tarn taran district by area while Tarn Taran is the largest tehsil by population. Khadur Sahib is the smallest tehsil in tarn taran district by both area and population. There are 3 tehsils in Tarn Taran district. Here is the list of all Tarn Taran Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Tarn Taran District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Khadur Sahib | 370 | 1,87,812 |
| 2 | Patti | 1,093 | 4,38,190 |
| 3 | Tarn Taran | 951 | 4,93,625 |
Population of Tarn Taran District
The population of Tarn Taran 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 Tarn Taran, 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 | 11,19,627 | 9,77,832 | 1,41,795 |
| Total Male Population | 5,89,369 | 5,14,322 | 75,047 |
| Total Female Population | 5,30,258 | 4,63,510 | 66,748 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,37,223 | 1,20,988 | 16,235 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 75,382 | 66,536 | 8,846 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 61,841 | 54,452 | 7,389 |
| Literate Population | 6,66,162 | 5,70,113 | 96,049 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,76,427 | 3,23,165 | 53,262 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,89,735 | 2,46,948 | 42,787 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,53,465 | 4,07,719 | 45,746 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,12,942 | 1,91,157 | 21,785 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,40,523 | 2,16,562 | 23,961 |
| Households | 2,03,421 | 1,76,669 | 26,752 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Tarn Taran district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Tarn Taran district is 11,19,627, including 5,89,369 males and 5,30,258 females. In rural areas, it is 9,77,832, including 5,14,322 males and 4,63,510 females. In urban areas, it is 1,41,795, including 75,047 males and 66,748 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Tarn Taran district is 1,37,223, including 75,382 boys and 61,841 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,20,988, including 66,536 boys and 54,452 girls. In urban areas, it is 16,235, including 8,846 boys and 7,389 girls.
- Literate population in Tarn Taran district is around 6,66,162, including 3,76,427 males and 2,89,735 females. In rural areas, it is 5,70,113, including 3,23,165 males and 2,46,948 females. In urban areas, it is 96,049, including 53,262 males and 42,787 females.
- Illiterate population in Tarn Taran district is about 4,53,465, including 2,12,942 males and 2,40,523 females. In rural areas, it is 4,07,719, including 1,91,157 males and 2,16,562 females. In urban areas, it is 45,746, including 21,785 males and 23,961 females.
- There are about 2,03,421 households in Tarn Taran district, including 1,76,669 in rural areas and 26,752 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Tarn Taran. 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 | 3,77,468 | 3,39,558 | 37,910 |
| SC Male Population | 1,98,715 | 1,78,817 | 19,898 |
| SC Female Population | 1,78,753 | 1,60,741 | 18,012 |
| 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 | 464 / km² | 411 / km² | 4,130 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Tarn Taran district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Tarn Taran district is approximately 3,77,468, including 1,98,715 males and 1,78,753 females. In rural areas, it is 3,39,558, including 1,78,817 males and 1,60,741 females. In urban areas, it is 37,910, including 19,898 males and 18,012 females.
- Overall population density of Tarn Taran district is around 464 people per km². Rural areas have about 411 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,130 people per km².