Etah
Etah is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Etah district is 2,431 km², which includes 2,392.79 km² of rural area and 38.21 km² of urban area. There are about 853 villages in Etah district.
For administrative convenience, Etah 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 Etah district. Here is the list of all Etah Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Etah District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aliganj | 653 | 4,85,387 |
| 2 | Etah | 1,250 | 9,37,536 |
| 3 | Jalesar | 528 | 3,51,557 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Etah is the largest tehsil in etah district by both area and population. Jalesar is the smallest tehsil in etah district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Etah | Etah |
| Smallest Tehsil | Jalesar | Jalesar |
Population of Etah District
The population of Etah 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 Etah, 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 | 17,74,480 | 15,06,338 | 2,68,142 |
| Total Male Population | 9,47,339 | 8,05,589 | 1,41,750 |
| Total Female Population | 8,27,141 | 7,00,749 | 1,26,392 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,84,227 | 2,46,918 | 37,309 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,51,291 | 1,31,416 | 19,875 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,32,936 | 1,15,502 | 17,434 |
| Literate Population | 10,55,202 | 8,77,716 | 1,77,486 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,47,042 | 5,46,586 | 1,00,456 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,08,160 | 3,31,130 | 77,030 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,19,278 | 6,28,622 | 90,656 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,00,297 | 2,59,003 | 41,294 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,18,981 | 3,69,619 | 49,362 |
| Households | 2,90,683 | 2,45,688 | 44,995 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Etah district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Etah district is 17,74,480, including 9,47,339 males and 8,27,141 females. In rural areas, it is 15,06,338, including 8,05,589 males and 7,00,749 females. In urban areas, it is 2,68,142, including 1,41,750 males and 1,26,392 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Etah district is 2,84,227, including 1,51,291 boys and 1,32,936 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,46,918, including 1,31,416 boys and 1,15,502 girls. In urban areas, it is 37,309, including 19,875 boys and 17,434 girls.
- Literate population in Etah district is around 10,55,202, including 6,47,042 males and 4,08,160 females. In rural areas, it is 8,77,716, including 5,46,586 males and 3,31,130 females. In urban areas, it is 1,77,486, including 1,00,456 males and 77,030 females.
- Illiterate population in Etah district is about 7,19,278, including 3,00,297 males and 4,18,981 females. In rural areas, it is 6,28,622, including 2,59,003 males and 3,69,619 females. In urban areas, it is 90,656, including 41,294 males and 49,362 females.
- There are about 2,90,683 households in Etah district, including 2,45,688 in rural areas and 44,995 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Etah. 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 | 2,81,011 | 2,45,671 | 35,340 |
| SC Male Population | 1,50,631 | 1,31,760 | 18,871 |
| SC Female Population | 1,30,380 | 1,13,911 | 16,469 |
| Total ST Population | 140 | 34 | 106 |
| ST Male Population | 87 | 20 | 67 |
| ST Female Population | 53 | 14 | 39 |
| Population Density | 730 / km² | 630 / km² | 7,018 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Etah district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Etah district is approximately 2,81,011, including 1,50,631 males and 1,30,380 females. In rural areas, it is 2,45,671, including 1,31,760 males and 1,13,911 females. In urban areas, it is 35,340, including 18,871 males and 16,469 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Etah district is about 140, including 87 males and 53 females. In rural areas, it is 34, including 20 males and 14 females. In urban areas, it is 106, including 67 males and 39 females.
- Overall population density of Etah district is around 730 people per km². Rural areas have about 630 people per km². Urban areas have about 7,018 people per km².