Chandauli
Chandauli is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Chandauli district is 2,541 km², which includes 2,487.28 km² of rural area and 53.72 km² of urban area. There are about 1,425 villages in Chandauli district.
For administrative convenience, Chandauli 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 3 tehsils in Chandauli district. Here is the list of all Chandauli Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Chandauli District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chakia | 1,229 | 4,26,686 |
| 2 | Chandauli | 650 | 8,34,724 |
| 3 | Sakaldiha | 662 | 6,91,346 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Chakia is the largest tehsil in chandauli district, covering an area of 1229.12 km², while Chandauli is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 650.16 km². Chandauli is the most populous, whereas Chakia is the least populous tehsil in chandauli district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Chakia | Chandauli |
| Smallest Tehsil | Chandauli | Chandauli |
Population of Chandauli District
The population of Chandauli 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 Chandauli, 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 | 19,52,756 | 17,10,203 | 2,42,553 |
| Total Male Population | 10,17,905 | 8,90,630 | 1,27,275 |
| Total Female Population | 9,34,851 | 8,19,573 | 1,15,278 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,09,597 | 2,76,287 | 33,310 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,62,019 | 1,44,390 | 17,629 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,47,578 | 1,31,897 | 15,681 |
| Literate Population | 11,74,606 | 10,14,020 | 1,60,586 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,99,454 | 6,08,563 | 90,891 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,75,152 | 4,05,457 | 69,695 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,78,150 | 6,96,183 | 81,967 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,18,451 | 2,82,067 | 36,384 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,59,699 | 4,14,116 | 45,583 |
| Households | 2,96,804 | 2,59,129 | 37,675 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Chandauli district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Chandauli district is 19,52,756, including 10,17,905 males and 9,34,851 females. In rural areas, it is 17,10,203, including 8,90,630 males and 8,19,573 females. In urban areas, it is 2,42,553, including 1,27,275 males and 1,15,278 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Chandauli district is 3,09,597, including 1,62,019 boys and 1,47,578 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,76,287, including 1,44,390 boys and 1,31,897 girls. In urban areas, it is 33,310, including 17,629 boys and 15,681 girls.
- Literate population in Chandauli district is around 11,74,606, including 6,99,454 males and 4,75,152 females. In rural areas, it is 10,14,020, including 6,08,563 males and 4,05,457 females. In urban areas, it is 1,60,586, including 90,891 males and 69,695 females.
- Illiterate population in Chandauli district is about 7,78,150, including 3,18,451 males and 4,59,699 females. In rural areas, it is 6,96,183, including 2,82,067 males and 4,14,116 females. In urban areas, it is 81,967, including 36,384 males and 45,583 females.
- There are about 2,96,804 households in Chandauli district, including 2,59,129 in rural areas and 37,675 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Chandauli. 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 | 4,46,786 | 4,12,719 | 34,067 |
| SC Male Population | 2,35,161 | 2,17,180 | 17,981 |
| SC Female Population | 2,11,625 | 1,95,539 | 16,086 |
| Total ST Population | 41,725 | 37,688 | 4,037 |
| ST Male Population | 21,571 | 19,482 | 2,089 |
| ST Female Population | 20,154 | 18,206 | 1,948 |
| Population Density | 768 / km² | 688 / km² | 4,515 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Chandauli district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Chandauli district is approximately 4,46,786, including 2,35,161 males and 2,11,625 females. In rural areas, it is 4,12,719, including 2,17,180 males and 1,95,539 females. In urban areas, it is 34,067, including 17,981 males and 16,086 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Chandauli district is about 41,725, including 21,571 males and 20,154 females. In rural areas, it is 37,688, including 19,482 males and 18,206 females. In urban areas, it is 4,037, including 2,089 males and 1,948 females.
- Overall population density of Chandauli district is around 768 people per km². Rural areas have about 688 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,515 people per km².