Dhalai
Dhalai is a district in the Tripura State of India. The total area of Dhalai district is 2,400 km², which includes 2,364.29 km² of rural area and 35.71 km² of urban area. There are about 148 villages in Dhalai district.
For administrative convenience, Dhalai 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 subdivisions in Dhalai district. Here is the list of all Dhalai Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Dhalai District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ambassa | 533 | 54,618 |
| 2 | Chhamanu | 563 | 33,579 |
| 3 | Dumburnagar | 637 | 59,400 |
| 4 | Manu | 278 | 84,194 |
| 5 | Salema | 364 | 1,19,282 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Dumburnagar | Salema |
| Smallest Tehsil | Area not under any Sub-district | Area not under any Sub-district |
Population of Dhalai District
The population of Dhalai 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 Dhalai, 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 | 3,78,230 | 3,37,731 | 40,499 |
| Total Male Population | 1,94,544 | 1,73,773 | 20,771 |
| Total Female Population | 1,83,686 | 1,63,958 | 19,728 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 56,011 | 51,571 | 4,440 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 28,460 | 26,196 | 2,264 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 27,551 | 25,375 | 2,176 |
| Literate Population | 2,76,217 | 2,41,818 | 34,399 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,51,643 | 1,33,640 | 18,003 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,24,574 | 1,08,178 | 16,396 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,02,013 | 95,913 | 6,100 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 42,901 | 40,133 | 2,768 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 59,112 | 55,780 | 3,332 |
| Households | 84,509 | 74,404 | 10,105 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Dhalai district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Dhalai district is 3,78,230, including 1,94,544 males and 1,83,686 females. In rural areas, it is 3,37,731, including 1,73,773 males and 1,63,958 females. In urban areas, it is 40,499, including 20,771 males and 19,728 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Dhalai district is 56,011, including 28,460 boys and 27,551 girls. In rural areas, it is 51,571, including 26,196 boys and 25,375 girls. In urban areas, it is 4,440, including 2,264 boys and 2,176 girls.
- Literate population in Dhalai district is around 2,76,217, including 1,51,643 males and 1,24,574 females. In rural areas, it is 2,41,818, including 1,33,640 males and 1,08,178 females. In urban areas, it is 34,399, including 18,003 males and 16,396 females.
- Illiterate population in Dhalai district is about 1,02,013, including 42,901 males and 59,112 females. In rural areas, it is 95,913, including 40,133 males and 55,780 females. In urban areas, it is 6,100, including 2,768 males and 3,332 females.
- There are about 84,509 households in Dhalai district, including 74,404 in rural areas and 10,105 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Dhalai. 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 | 61,688 | 50,539 | 11,149 |
| SC Male Population | 31,461 | 25,853 | 5,608 |
| SC Female Population | 30,227 | 24,686 | 5,541 |
| Total ST Population | 2,10,608 | 2,05,637 | 4,971 |
| ST Male Population | 1,06,759 | 1,04,247 | 2,512 |
| ST Female Population | 1,03,849 | 1,01,390 | 2,459 |
| Population Density | 158 / km² | 143 / km² | 1,134 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Dhalai district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Dhalai district is approximately 61,688, including 31,461 males and 30,227 females. In rural areas, it is 50,539, including 25,853 males and 24,686 females. In urban areas, it is 11,149, including 5,608 males and 5,541 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Dhalai district is about 2,10,608, including 1,06,759 males and 1,03,849 females. In rural areas, it is 2,05,637, including 1,04,247 males and 1,01,390 females. In urban areas, it is 4,971, including 2,512 males and 2,459 females.
- Overall population density of Dhalai district is around 158 people per km². Rural areas have about 143 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,134 people per km².