North Tripura
North Tripura is a district in the Tripura State of India. The total area of North Tripura district is 2,036 km², which includes 1,972.28 km² of rural area and 63.72 km² of urban area. There are about 166 villages in North Tripura district.
For administrative convenience, North Tripura 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 8 subdivisions in North Tripura district. Here is the list of all North Tripura Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in North Tripura District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Damchhara | 190 | 27,635 |
| 2 | Dasda | 707 | 1,02,037 |
| 3 | Gournagar | 233 | 1,08,711 |
| 4 | Jampuii hills | 169 | 12,311 |
| 5 | Kadamtala | 151 | 1,23,298 |
| 6 | Kumarghat | 204 | 89,190 |
| 7 | Panisagar | 238 | 1,11,565 |
| 8 | Pencharthal | 151 | 43,146 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Dasda | Kadamtala |
| Smallest Tehsil | Area not under any Sub-district | Area not under any Sub-district |
Population of North Tripura District
The population of North Tripura 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 North Tripura, 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 | 6,93,947 | 5,73,662 | 1,20,285 |
| Total Male Population | 3,52,860 | 2,91,893 | 60,967 |
| Total Female Population | 3,41,087 | 2,81,769 | 59,318 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 99,204 | 86,485 | 12,719 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 50,379 | 43,942 | 6,437 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 48,825 | 42,543 | 6,282 |
| Literate Population | 5,20,402 | 4,19,067 | 1,01,335 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,75,646 | 2,23,462 | 52,184 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,44,756 | 1,95,605 | 49,151 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,73,545 | 1,54,595 | 18,950 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 77,214 | 68,431 | 8,783 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 96,331 | 86,164 | 10,167 |
| Households | 1,52,355 | 1,23,624 | 28,731 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of North Tripura district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of North Tripura district is 6,93,947, including 3,52,860 males and 3,41,087 females. In rural areas, it is 5,73,662, including 2,91,893 males and 2,81,769 females. In urban areas, it is 1,20,285, including 60,967 males and 59,318 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in North Tripura district is 99,204, including 50,379 boys and 48,825 girls. In rural areas, it is 86,485, including 43,942 boys and 42,543 girls. In urban areas, it is 12,719, including 6,437 boys and 6,282 girls.
- Literate population in North Tripura district is around 5,20,402, including 2,75,646 males and 2,44,756 females. In rural areas, it is 4,19,067, including 2,23,462 males and 1,95,605 females. In urban areas, it is 1,01,335, including 52,184 males and 49,151 females.
- Illiterate population in North Tripura district is about 1,73,545, including 77,214 males and 96,331 females. In rural areas, it is 1,54,595, including 68,431 males and 86,164 females. In urban areas, it is 18,950, including 8,783 males and 10,167 females.
- There are about 1,52,355 households in North Tripura district, including 1,23,624 in rural areas and 28,731 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within North Tripura. 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 | 1,14,968 | 89,527 | 25,441 |
| SC Male Population | 58,375 | 45,525 | 12,850 |
| SC Female Population | 56,593 | 44,002 | 12,591 |
| Total ST Population | 1,79,426 | 1,70,257 | 9,169 |
| ST Male Population | 91,116 | 86,357 | 4,759 |
| ST Female Population | 88,310 | 83,900 | 4,410 |
| Population Density | 341 / km² | 291 / km² | 1,888 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of North Tripura district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in North Tripura district is approximately 1,14,968, including 58,375 males and 56,593 females. In rural areas, it is 89,527, including 45,525 males and 44,002 females. In urban areas, it is 25,441, including 12,850 males and 12,591 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in North Tripura district is about 1,79,426, including 91,116 males and 88,310 females. In rural areas, it is 1,70,257, including 86,357 males and 83,900 females. In urban areas, it is 9,169, including 4,759 males and 4,410 females.
- Overall population density of North Tripura district is around 341 people per km². Rural areas have about 291 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,888 people per km².