Jhunjhunun
Jhunjhunun is a district in the Rajasthan State of India. The total area of Jhunjhunun district is 5,928 km², which includes 5,658.74 km² of rural area and 269.26 km² of urban area. There are about 926 villages in Jhunjhunun district.
For administrative convenience, Jhunjhunun 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.
Jhunjhunun is the largest tehsil in jhunjhunun district by both area and population. Buhana is the smallest tehsil in jhunjhunun district by both area and population. There are 6 tehsils in Jhunjhunun district. Here is the list of all Jhunjhunun Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Jhunjhunun District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Buhana | 648 | 2,23,405 |
| 2 | Chirawa | 1,307 | 4,76,087 |
| 3 | Jhunjhunun | 1,619 | 5,38,174 |
| 4 | Khetri | 813 | 2,77,946 |
| 5 | Nawalgarh | 690 | 3,26,663 |
| 6 | Udaipurwati | 850 | 2,94,770 |
Population of Jhunjhunun District
The population of Jhunjhunun 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 Jhunjhunun, 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 | 21,37,045 | 16,47,966 | 4,89,079 |
| Total Male Population | 10,95,896 | 8,42,718 | 2,53,178 |
| Total Female Population | 10,41,149 | 8,05,248 | 2,35,901 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,88,470 | 2,22,519 | 65,951 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,57,062 | 1,21,483 | 35,579 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,31,408 | 1,01,036 | 30,372 |
| Literate Population | 13,70,360 | 10,46,549 | 3,23,811 |
| Literate Male Population | 8,15,834 | 6,25,672 | 1,90,162 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,54,526 | 4,20,877 | 1,33,649 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,66,685 | 6,01,417 | 1,65,268 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,80,062 | 2,17,046 | 63,016 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,86,623 | 3,84,371 | 1,02,252 |
| Households | 3,84,197 | 3,00,801 | 83,396 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Jhunjhunun district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Jhunjhunun district is 21,37,045, including 10,95,896 males and 10,41,149 females. In rural areas, it is 16,47,966, including 8,42,718 males and 8,05,248 females. In urban areas, it is 4,89,079, including 2,53,178 males and 2,35,901 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Jhunjhunun district is 2,88,470, including 1,57,062 boys and 1,31,408 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,22,519, including 1,21,483 boys and 1,01,036 girls. In urban areas, it is 65,951, including 35,579 boys and 30,372 girls.
- Literate population in Jhunjhunun district is around 13,70,360, including 8,15,834 males and 5,54,526 females. In rural areas, it is 10,46,549, including 6,25,672 males and 4,20,877 females. In urban areas, it is 3,23,811, including 1,90,162 males and 1,33,649 females.
- Illiterate population in Jhunjhunun district is about 7,66,685, including 2,80,062 males and 4,86,623 females. In rural areas, it is 6,01,417, including 2,17,046 males and 3,84,371 females. In urban areas, it is 1,65,268, including 63,016 males and 1,02,252 females.
- There are about 3,84,197 households in Jhunjhunun district, including 3,00,801 in rural areas and 83,396 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Jhunjhunun. 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 | 3,60,709 | 2,85,737 | 74,972 |
| SC Male Population | 1,85,879 | 1,47,016 | 38,863 |
| SC Female Population | 1,74,830 | 1,38,721 | 36,109 |
| Total ST Population | 41,629 | 36,862 | 4,767 |
| ST Male Population | 21,380 | 18,900 | 2,480 |
| ST Female Population | 20,249 | 17,962 | 2,287 |
| Population Density | 361 / km² | 291 / km² | 1,816 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Jhunjhunun district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Jhunjhunun district is approximately 3,60,709, including 1,85,879 males and 1,74,830 females. In rural areas, it is 2,85,737, including 1,47,016 males and 1,38,721 females. In urban areas, it is 74,972, including 38,863 males and 36,109 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Jhunjhunun district is about 41,629, including 21,380 males and 20,249 females. In rural areas, it is 36,862, including 18,900 males and 17,962 females. In urban areas, it is 4,767, including 2,480 males and 2,287 females.
- Overall population density of Jhunjhunun district is around 361 people per km². Rural areas have about 291 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,816 people per km².