Tonk
Tonk is a district in the Rajasthan State of India. The total area of Tonk district is 7,194 km², which includes 6,952.13 km² of rural area and 241.87 km² of urban area. There are about 1,116 villages in Tonk district.
For administrative convenience, Tonk 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 Tonk district. Here is the list of all Tonk Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Tonk District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deoli | 1,226 | 2,14,408 |
| 2 | Malpura | 1,490 | 2,40,909 |
| 3 | Niwai | 980 | 2,45,787 |
| 4 | Peeplu | 692 | 1,17,644 |
| 5 | Todaraisingh | 1,000 | 1,46,870 |
| 6 | Tonk | 814 | 2,86,808 |
| 7 | Uniara | 992 | 1,68,900 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Malpura is the largest tehsil in tonk district by area, while Tonk is the largest by population. Peeplu is the smallest tehsil in tonk district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Malpura | Tonk |
| Smallest Tehsil | Peeplu | Peeplu |
Population of Tonk District
The population of Tonk 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 Tonk, 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 | 14,21,326 | 11,03,603 | 3,17,723 |
| Total Male Population | 7,28,136 | 5,68,045 | 1,60,091 |
| Total Female Population | 6,93,190 | 5,35,558 | 1,57,632 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,04,038 | 1,61,187 | 42,851 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,07,868 | 84,980 | 22,888 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 96,170 | 76,207 | 19,963 |
| Literate Population | 7,49,659 | 5,46,702 | 2,02,957 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,78,329 | 3,64,531 | 1,13,798 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,71,330 | 1,82,171 | 89,159 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,71,667 | 5,56,901 | 1,14,766 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,49,807 | 2,03,514 | 46,293 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,21,860 | 3,53,387 | 68,473 |
| Households | 2,66,870 | 2,12,126 | 54,744 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Tonk district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Tonk district is 14,21,326, including 7,28,136 males and 6,93,190 females. In rural areas, it is 11,03,603, including 5,68,045 males and 5,35,558 females. In urban areas, it is 3,17,723, including 1,60,091 males and 1,57,632 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Tonk district is 2,04,038, including 1,07,868 boys and 96,170 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,61,187, including 84,980 boys and 76,207 girls. In urban areas, it is 42,851, including 22,888 boys and 19,963 girls.
- Literate population in Tonk district is around 7,49,659, including 4,78,329 males and 2,71,330 females. In rural areas, it is 5,46,702, including 3,64,531 males and 1,82,171 females. In urban areas, it is 2,02,957, including 1,13,798 males and 89,159 females.
- Illiterate population in Tonk district is about 6,71,667, including 2,49,807 males and 4,21,860 females. In rural areas, it is 5,56,901, including 2,03,514 males and 3,53,387 females. In urban areas, it is 1,14,766, including 46,293 males and 68,473 females.
- There are about 2,66,870 households in Tonk district, including 2,12,126 in rural areas and 54,744 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Tonk. 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 | 2,87,903 | 2,35,975 | 51,928 |
| SC Male Population | 1,48,110 | 1,21,388 | 26,722 |
| SC Female Population | 1,39,793 | 1,14,587 | 25,206 |
| Total ST Population | 1,78,207 | 1,73,948 | 4,259 |
| ST Male Population | 92,677 | 90,447 | 2,230 |
| ST Female Population | 85,530 | 83,501 | 2,029 |
| Population Density | 198 / km² | 159 / km² | 1,314 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Tonk district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Tonk district is approximately 2,87,903, including 1,48,110 males and 1,39,793 females. In rural areas, it is 2,35,975, including 1,21,388 males and 1,14,587 females. In urban areas, it is 51,928, including 26,722 males and 25,206 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Tonk district is about 1,78,207, including 92,677 males and 85,530 females. In rural areas, it is 1,73,948, including 90,447 males and 83,501 females. In urban areas, it is 4,259, including 2,230 males and 2,029 females.
- Overall population density of Tonk district is around 198 people per km². Rural areas have about 159 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,314 people per km².