West Tripura
West Tripura is a district in the Tripura State of India. The total area of West Tripura district is 2,993 km², which includes 2,779.18 km² of rural area and 213.82 km² of urban area. There are about 281 villages in West Tripura district.
For administrative convenience, West 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 16 subdivisions in West Tripura district. Here is the list of all West Tripura Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in West Tripura District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bishalgarh | 313 | 1,66,253 |
| 2 | Boxanagar | 111 | 51,707 |
| 3 | Dukli | 108 | 1,18,886 |
| 4 | Hezamara | 149 | 35,628 |
| 5 | Jampuijala | 190 | 45,682 |
| 6 | Jirania | 236 | 1,42,269 |
| 7 | Kalyanpur | 108 | 46,579 |
| 8 | Kathalia | 148 | 62,489 |
| 9 | Khowai | 108 | 64,998 |
| 10 | Mandai | 180 | 44,670 |
| 11 | Melaghar | 221 | 1,21,474 |
| 12 | Mohanpur | 241 | 1,63,639 |
| 13 | Mungiakumi | 319 | 29,167 |
| 14 | Padmabil | 121 | 35,534 |
| 15 | Teliamura | 127 | 68,269 |
| 16 | Tulashikhar | 229 | 43,459 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Mungiakumi | Area not under any Sub-district |
| Smallest Tehsil | Area not under any Sub-district | Area not under any Sub-district |
Population of West Tripura District
The population of West 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 West 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 | 17,25,739 | 10,48,101 | 6,77,638 |
| Total Male Population | 8,79,428 | 5,36,720 | 3,42,708 |
| Total Female Population | 8,46,311 | 5,11,381 | 3,34,930 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,90,850 | 1,27,118 | 63,732 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 97,787 | 65,022 | 32,765 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 93,063 | 62,096 | 30,967 |
| Literate Population | 13,61,354 | 7,89,002 | 5,72,352 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,22,998 | 4,27,581 | 2,95,417 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,38,356 | 3,61,421 | 2,76,935 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,64,385 | 2,59,099 | 1,05,286 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,56,430 | 1,09,139 | 47,291 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,07,955 | 1,49,960 | 57,995 |
| Households | 4,10,565 | 2,42,324 | 1,68,241 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of West Tripura district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of West Tripura district is 17,25,739, including 8,79,428 males and 8,46,311 females. In rural areas, it is 10,48,101, including 5,36,720 males and 5,11,381 females. In urban areas, it is 6,77,638, including 3,42,708 males and 3,34,930 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in West Tripura district is 1,90,850, including 97,787 boys and 93,063 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,27,118, including 65,022 boys and 62,096 girls. In urban areas, it is 63,732, including 32,765 boys and 30,967 girls.
- Literate population in West Tripura district is around 13,61,354, including 7,22,998 males and 6,38,356 females. In rural areas, it is 7,89,002, including 4,27,581 males and 3,61,421 females. In urban areas, it is 5,72,352, including 2,95,417 males and 2,76,935 females.
- Illiterate population in West Tripura district is about 3,64,385, including 1,56,430 males and 2,07,955 females. In rural areas, it is 2,59,099, including 1,09,139 males and 1,49,960 females. In urban areas, it is 1,05,286, including 47,291 males and 57,995 females.
- There are about 4,10,565 households in West Tripura district, including 2,42,324 in rural areas and 1,68,241 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within West 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 | 3,38,094 | 1,86,463 | 1,51,631 |
| SC Male Population | 1,72,522 | 95,784 | 76,738 |
| SC Female Population | 1,65,572 | 90,679 | 74,893 |
| Total ST Population | 4,31,944 | 4,02,746 | 29,198 |
| ST Male Population | 2,17,278 | 2,03,063 | 14,215 |
| ST Female Population | 2,14,666 | 1,99,683 | 14,983 |
| Population Density | 577 / km² | 377 / km² | 3,169 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of West Tripura district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in West Tripura district is approximately 3,38,094, including 1,72,522 males and 1,65,572 females. In rural areas, it is 1,86,463, including 95,784 males and 90,679 females. In urban areas, it is 1,51,631, including 76,738 males and 74,893 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in West Tripura district is about 4,31,944, including 2,17,278 males and 2,14,666 females. In rural areas, it is 4,02,746, including 2,03,063 males and 1,99,683 females. In urban areas, it is 29,198, including 14,215 males and 14,983 females.
- Overall population density of West Tripura district is around 577 people per km². Rural areas have about 377 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,169 people per km².