Allahabad
Allahabad is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Allahabad district is 5,482 km², which includes 5,279.07 km² of rural area and 202.93 km² of urban area. There are about 2,809 villages in Allahabad district.
For administrative convenience, Allahabad 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 tehsils in Allahabad district. Here is the list of all Allahabad Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Allahabad District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Allahabad | 305 | 13,95,816 |
| 2 | Bara | 745 | 3,65,605 |
| 3 | Handia | 752 | 9,44,717 |
| 4 | Karchhana | 590 | 6,06,924 |
| 5 | Koraon | 830 | 3,78,839 |
| 6 | Meja | 845 | 5,79,879 |
| 7 | Phulpur | 744 | 8,59,421 |
| 8 | Soraon | 670 | 8,23,190 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Meja is the largest tehsil in allahabad district, covering an area of 845.05 km², while Allahabad is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 305.43 km². Allahabad is the most populous, whereas Bara is the least populous tehsil in allahabad district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Meja | Allahabad |
| Smallest Tehsil | Allahabad | Allahabad |
Population of Allahabad District
The population of Allahabad 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 Allahabad, 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 | 59,54,391 | 44,81,518 | 14,72,873 |
| Total Male Population | 31,31,807 | 23,40,959 | 7,90,848 |
| Total Female Population | 28,22,584 | 21,40,559 | 6,82,025 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,85,355 | 7,22,406 | 1,62,949 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,67,694 | 3,80,936 | 86,758 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,17,661 | 3,41,470 | 76,191 |
| Literate Population | 36,65,727 | 25,84,919 | 10,80,808 |
| Literate Male Population | 21,99,340 | 15,87,083 | 6,12,257 |
| Literate Female Population | 14,66,387 | 9,97,836 | 4,68,551 |
| Illiterate Population | 22,88,664 | 18,96,599 | 3,92,065 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 9,32,467 | 7,53,876 | 1,78,591 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 13,56,197 | 11,42,723 | 2,13,474 |
| Households | 9,76,733 | 7,21,011 | 2,55,722 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Allahabad district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Allahabad district is 59,54,391, including 31,31,807 males and 28,22,584 females. In rural areas, it is 44,81,518, including 23,40,959 males and 21,40,559 females. In urban areas, it is 14,72,873, including 7,90,848 males and 6,82,025 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Allahabad district is 8,85,355, including 4,67,694 boys and 4,17,661 girls. In rural areas, it is 7,22,406, including 3,80,936 boys and 3,41,470 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,62,949, including 86,758 boys and 76,191 girls.
- Literate population in Allahabad district is around 36,65,727, including 21,99,340 males and 14,66,387 females. In rural areas, it is 25,84,919, including 15,87,083 males and 9,97,836 females. In urban areas, it is 10,80,808, including 6,12,257 males and 4,68,551 females.
- Illiterate population in Allahabad district is about 22,88,664, including 9,32,467 males and 13,56,197 females. In rural areas, it is 18,96,599, including 7,53,876 males and 11,42,723 females. In urban areas, it is 3,92,065, including 1,78,591 males and 2,13,474 females.
- There are about 9,76,733 households in Allahabad district, including 7,21,011 in rural areas and 2,55,722 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Allahabad. 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 | 13,09,851 | 11,08,075 | 2,01,776 |
| SC Male Population | 6,87,076 | 5,79,398 | 1,07,678 |
| SC Female Population | 6,22,775 | 5,28,677 | 94,098 |
| Total ST Population | 7,955 | 4,861 | 3,094 |
| ST Male Population | 4,270 | 2,557 | 1,713 |
| ST Female Population | 3,685 | 2,304 | 1,381 |
| Population Density | 1,086 / km² | 849 / km² | 7,258 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Allahabad district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Allahabad district is approximately 13,09,851, including 6,87,076 males and 6,22,775 females. In rural areas, it is 11,08,075, including 5,79,398 males and 5,28,677 females. In urban areas, it is 2,01,776, including 1,07,678 males and 94,098 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Allahabad district is about 7,955, including 4,270 males and 3,685 females. In rural areas, it is 4,861, including 2,557 males and 2,304 females. In urban areas, it is 3,094, including 1,713 males and 1,381 females.
- Overall population density of Allahabad district is around 1,086 people per km². Rural areas have about 849 people per km². Urban areas have about 7,258 people per km².