Bulandshahr
Bulandshahr is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Bulandshahr district is 4,512 km², which includes 4,338.49 km² of rural area and 173.51 km² of urban area. There are about 1,174 villages in Bulandshahr district.
For administrative convenience, Bulandshahr 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.
Siana is the largest tehsil in bulandshahr district covering area of 873.78 km² while Sikandrabad is the smallest tehsil in bulandshahr district covering area of 388.33 km². Bulandshahr is the most populous whereas Anupshahr is the least populous tehsil in bulandshahr district. There are 7 tehsils in Bulandshahr district. Here is the list of all Bulandshahr Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Bulandshahr District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anupshahr | 428 | 3,48,325 |
| 2 | Bulandshahr | 753 | 8,67,941 |
| 3 | Debai | 681 | 4,33,395 |
| 4 | Khurja | 684 | 5,19,063 |
| 5 | Shikarpur | 703 | 4,35,158 |
| 6 | Siana | 874 | 5,10,190 |
| 7 | Sikandrabad | 388 | 3,85,099 |
Population of Bulandshahr District
The population of Bulandshahr 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 Bulandshahr, 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 | 34,99,171 | 26,31,742 | 8,67,429 |
| Total Male Population | 18,45,260 | 13,90,490 | 4,54,770 |
| Total Female Population | 16,53,911 | 12,41,252 | 4,12,659 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,49,796 | 4,22,617 | 1,27,179 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,96,558 | 2,28,415 | 68,143 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,53,238 | 1,94,202 | 59,036 |
| Literate Population | 20,31,656 | 15,17,979 | 5,13,677 |
| Literate Male Population | 12,53,314 | 9,54,110 | 2,99,204 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,78,342 | 5,63,869 | 2,14,473 |
| Illiterate Population | 14,67,515 | 11,13,763 | 3,53,752 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,91,946 | 4,36,380 | 1,55,566 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 8,75,569 | 6,77,383 | 1,98,186 |
| Households | 5,87,529 | 4,40,668 | 1,46,861 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bulandshahr district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bulandshahr district is 34,99,171, including 18,45,260 males and 16,53,911 females. In rural areas, it is 26,31,742, including 13,90,490 males and 12,41,252 females. In urban areas, it is 8,67,429, including 4,54,770 males and 4,12,659 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bulandshahr district is 5,49,796, including 2,96,558 boys and 2,53,238 girls. In rural areas, it is 4,22,617, including 2,28,415 boys and 1,94,202 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,27,179, including 68,143 boys and 59,036 girls.
- Literate population in Bulandshahr district is around 20,31,656, including 12,53,314 males and 7,78,342 females. In rural areas, it is 15,17,979, including 9,54,110 males and 5,63,869 females. In urban areas, it is 5,13,677, including 2,99,204 males and 2,14,473 females.
- Illiterate population in Bulandshahr district is about 14,67,515, including 5,91,946 males and 8,75,569 females. In rural areas, it is 11,13,763, including 4,36,380 males and 6,77,383 females. In urban areas, it is 3,53,752, including 1,55,566 males and 1,98,186 females.
- There are about 5,87,529 households in Bulandshahr district, including 4,40,668 in rural areas and 1,46,861 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bulandshahr. 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 | 7,25,600 | 6,06,673 | 1,18,927 |
| SC Male Population | 3,84,743 | 3,21,833 | 62,910 |
| SC Female Population | 3,40,857 | 2,84,840 | 56,017 |
| Total ST Population | 198 | 41 | 157 |
| ST Male Population | 118 | 28 | 90 |
| ST Female Population | 80 | 13 | 67 |
| Population Density | 776 / km² | 607 / km² | 4,999 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bulandshahr district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bulandshahr district is approximately 7,25,600, including 3,84,743 males and 3,40,857 females. In rural areas, it is 6,06,673, including 3,21,833 males and 2,84,840 females. In urban areas, it is 1,18,927, including 62,910 males and 56,017 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bulandshahr district is about 198, including 118 males and 80 females. In rural areas, it is 41, including 28 males and 13 females. In urban areas, it is 157, including 90 males and 67 females.
- Overall population density of Bulandshahr district is around 776 people per km². Rural areas have about 607 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,999 people per km².