Jodhpur
Jodhpur is a district in the Rajasthan State of India. The total area of Jodhpur district is 22,850 km², which includes 22,594.18 km² of rural area and 255.82 km² of urban area. There are about 1,836 villages in Jodhpur district.
For administrative convenience, Jodhpur 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 7 tehsils in Jodhpur district. Here is the list of all Jodhpur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Jodhpur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhopalgarh | 2,492 | 3,20,952 |
| 2 | Bilara | 1,666 | 2,84,059 |
| 3 | Jodhpur | 1,968 | 13,78,224 |
| 4 | Luni | 1,617 | 2,21,979 |
| 5 | Osian | 3,543 | 4,65,257 |
| 6 | Phalodi | 7,697 | 5,64,560 |
| 7 | Shergarh | 3,867 | 4,52,134 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Phalodi is the largest tehsil in jodhpur district by area, while Jodhpur is the largest by population. Luni is the smallest tehsil in jodhpur district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Phalodi | Jodhpur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Luni | Luni |
Population of Jodhpur District
The population of Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur, 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 | 36,87,165 | 24,22,551 | 12,64,614 |
| Total Male Population | 19,23,928 | 12,60,328 | 6,63,600 |
| Total Female Population | 17,63,237 | 11,62,223 | 6,01,014 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,06,490 | 4,41,955 | 1,64,535 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,20,731 | 2,33,566 | 87,165 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,85,759 | 2,08,389 | 77,370 |
| Literate Population | 20,31,532 | 11,58,340 | 8,73,192 |
| Literate Male Population | 12,65,753 | 7,65,699 | 5,00,054 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,65,779 | 3,92,641 | 3,73,138 |
| Illiterate Population | 16,55,633 | 12,64,211 | 3,91,422 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 6,58,175 | 4,94,629 | 1,63,546 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 9,97,458 | 7,69,582 | 2,27,876 |
| Households | 6,49,013 | 4,14,223 | 2,34,790 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Jodhpur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Jodhpur district is 36,87,165, including 19,23,928 males and 17,63,237 females. In rural areas, it is 24,22,551, including 12,60,328 males and 11,62,223 females. In urban areas, it is 12,64,614, including 6,63,600 males and 6,01,014 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Jodhpur district is 6,06,490, including 3,20,731 boys and 2,85,759 girls. In rural areas, it is 4,41,955, including 2,33,566 boys and 2,08,389 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,64,535, including 87,165 boys and 77,370 girls.
- Literate population in Jodhpur district is around 20,31,532, including 12,65,753 males and 7,65,779 females. In rural areas, it is 11,58,340, including 7,65,699 males and 3,92,641 females. In urban areas, it is 8,73,192, including 5,00,054 males and 3,73,138 females.
- Illiterate population in Jodhpur district is about 16,55,633, including 6,58,175 males and 9,97,458 females. In rural areas, it is 12,64,211, including 4,94,629 males and 7,69,582 females. In urban areas, it is 3,91,422, including 1,63,546 males and 2,27,876 females.
- There are about 6,49,013 households in Jodhpur district, including 4,14,223 in rural areas and 2,34,790 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Jodhpur. 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 | 6,08,024 | 4,47,037 | 1,60,987 |
| SC Male Population | 3,15,199 | 2,32,087 | 83,112 |
| SC Female Population | 2,92,825 | 2,14,950 | 77,875 |
| Total ST Population | 1,18,924 | 90,825 | 28,099 |
| ST Male Population | 61,969 | 47,248 | 14,721 |
| ST Female Population | 56,955 | 43,577 | 13,378 |
| Population Density | 161 / km² | 107 / km² | 4,943 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Jodhpur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Jodhpur district is approximately 6,08,024, including 3,15,199 males and 2,92,825 females. In rural areas, it is 4,47,037, including 2,32,087 males and 2,14,950 females. In urban areas, it is 1,60,987, including 83,112 males and 77,875 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Jodhpur district is about 1,18,924, including 61,969 males and 56,955 females. In rural areas, it is 90,825, including 47,248 males and 43,577 females. In urban areas, it is 28,099, including 14,721 males and 13,378 females.
- Overall population density of Jodhpur district is around 161 people per km². Rural areas have about 107 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,943 people per km².