Banswara
Banswara is a district in the Rajasthan State of India. The total area of Banswara district is 4,522 km², which includes 4,494.25 km² of rural area and 27.75 km² of urban area. There are about 1,485 villages in Banswara district.
For administrative convenience, Banswara 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 5 tehsils in Banswara district. Here is the list of all Banswara Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Banswara District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bagidora | 863 | 3,73,825 |
| 2 | Banswara | 1,135 | 4,58,587 |
| 3 | Garhi | 728 | 2,98,740 |
| 4 | Ghatol | 771 | 2,87,101 |
| 5 | Kushalgarh | 1,025 | 3,79,232 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Banswara is the largest tehsil in banswara district by both area and population. Garhi is the smallest tehsil in banswara district by area, while Ghatol is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Banswara | Banswara |
| Smallest Tehsil | Garhi | Garhi |
Population of Banswara District
The population of Banswara 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 Banswara, 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 | 17,97,485 | 16,69,864 | 1,27,621 |
| Total Male Population | 9,07,754 | 8,42,767 | 64,987 |
| Total Female Population | 8,89,731 | 8,27,097 | 62,634 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,25,283 | 3,09,653 | 15,630 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,68,225 | 1,59,861 | 8,364 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,57,058 | 1,49,792 | 7,266 |
| Literate Population | 8,29,343 | 7,33,930 | 95,413 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,13,854 | 4,62,325 | 51,529 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,15,489 | 2,71,605 | 43,884 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,68,142 | 9,35,934 | 32,208 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,93,900 | 3,80,442 | 13,458 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,74,242 | 5,55,492 | 18,750 |
| Households | 3,67,797 | 3,40,276 | 27,521 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Banswara district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Banswara district is 17,97,485, including 9,07,754 males and 8,89,731 females. In rural areas, it is 16,69,864, including 8,42,767 males and 8,27,097 females. In urban areas, it is 1,27,621, including 64,987 males and 62,634 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Banswara district is 3,25,283, including 1,68,225 boys and 1,57,058 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,09,653, including 1,59,861 boys and 1,49,792 girls. In urban areas, it is 15,630, including 8,364 boys and 7,266 girls.
- Literate population in Banswara district is around 8,29,343, including 5,13,854 males and 3,15,489 females. In rural areas, it is 7,33,930, including 4,62,325 males and 2,71,605 females. In urban areas, it is 95,413, including 51,529 males and 43,884 females.
- Illiterate population in Banswara district is about 9,68,142, including 3,93,900 males and 5,74,242 females. In rural areas, it is 9,35,934, including 3,80,442 males and 5,55,492 females. In urban areas, it is 32,208, including 13,458 males and 18,750 females.
- There are about 3,67,797 households in Banswara district, including 3,40,276 in rural areas and 27,521 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Banswara. 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 | 80,091 | 70,767 | 9,324 |
| SC Male Population | 40,639 | 35,912 | 4,727 |
| SC Female Population | 39,452 | 34,855 | 4,597 |
| Total ST Population | 13,72,999 | 13,58,208 | 14,791 |
| ST Male Population | 6,90,476 | 6,83,104 | 7,372 |
| ST Female Population | 6,82,523 | 6,75,104 | 7,419 |
| Population Density | 397 / km² | 372 / km² | 4,599 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Banswara district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Banswara district is approximately 80,091, including 40,639 males and 39,452 females. In rural areas, it is 70,767, including 35,912 males and 34,855 females. In urban areas, it is 9,324, including 4,727 males and 4,597 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Banswara district is about 13,72,999, including 6,90,476 males and 6,82,523 females. In rural areas, it is 13,58,208, including 6,83,104 males and 6,75,104 females. In urban areas, it is 14,791, including 7,372 males and 7,419 females.
- Overall population density of Banswara district is around 397 people per km². Rural areas have about 372 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,599 people per km².