Banda
Banda is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Banda district is 4,408 km², which includes 4,347.72 km² of rural area and 60.28 km² of urban area. There are about 657 villages in Banda district.
For administrative convenience, Banda 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 4 tehsils in Banda district. Here is the list of all Banda Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Banda District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atarra | 755 | 3,60,838 |
| 2 | Baberu | 1,288 | 4,79,025 |
| 3 | Banda | 1,600 | 6,64,064 |
| 4 | Naraini | 764 | 2,95,483 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Banda is the largest tehsil in banda district by both area and population. Atarra is the smallest tehsil in banda district by area, while Naraini is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Banda | Banda |
| Smallest Tehsil | Atarra | Atarra |
Population of Banda District
The population of Banda 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 Banda, 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 | 17,99,410 | 15,23,655 | 2,75,755 |
| Total Male Population | 9,65,876 | 8,19,243 | 1,46,633 |
| Total Female Population | 8,33,534 | 7,04,412 | 1,29,122 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,94,972 | 2,59,407 | 35,565 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,55,080 | 1,36,351 | 18,729 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,39,892 | 1,23,056 | 16,836 |
| Literate Population | 10,02,937 | 8,11,134 | 1,91,803 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,30,626 | 5,19,162 | 1,11,464 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,72,311 | 2,91,972 | 80,339 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,96,473 | 7,12,521 | 83,952 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,35,250 | 3,00,081 | 35,169 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,61,223 | 4,12,440 | 48,783 |
| Households | 3,19,963 | 2,70,245 | 49,718 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Banda district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Banda district is 17,99,410, including 9,65,876 males and 8,33,534 females. In rural areas, it is 15,23,655, including 8,19,243 males and 7,04,412 females. In urban areas, it is 2,75,755, including 1,46,633 males and 1,29,122 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Banda district is 2,94,972, including 1,55,080 boys and 1,39,892 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,59,407, including 1,36,351 boys and 1,23,056 girls. In urban areas, it is 35,565, including 18,729 boys and 16,836 girls.
- Literate population in Banda district is around 10,02,937, including 6,30,626 males and 3,72,311 females. In rural areas, it is 8,11,134, including 5,19,162 males and 2,91,972 females. In urban areas, it is 1,91,803, including 1,11,464 males and 80,339 females.
- Illiterate population in Banda district is about 7,96,473, including 3,35,250 males and 4,61,223 females. In rural areas, it is 7,12,521, including 3,00,081 males and 4,12,440 females. In urban areas, it is 83,952, including 35,169 males and 48,783 females.
- There are about 3,19,963 households in Banda district, including 2,70,245 in rural areas and 49,718 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Banda. 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 | 3,87,855 | 3,44,057 | 43,798 |
| SC Male Population | 2,08,184 | 1,84,929 | 23,255 |
| SC Female Population | 1,79,671 | 1,59,128 | 20,543 |
| Total ST Population | 163 | 61 | 102 |
| ST Male Population | 82 | 27 | 55 |
| ST Female Population | 81 | 34 | 47 |
| Population Density | 408 / km² | 350 / km² | 4,575 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Banda district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Banda district is approximately 3,87,855, including 2,08,184 males and 1,79,671 females. In rural areas, it is 3,44,057, including 1,84,929 males and 1,59,128 females. In urban areas, it is 43,798, including 23,255 males and 20,543 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Banda district is about 163, including 82 males and 81 females. In rural areas, it is 61, including 27 males and 34 females. In urban areas, it is 102, including 55 males and 47 females.
- Overall population density of Banda district is around 408 people per km². Rural areas have about 350 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,575 people per km².