Faizabad
Faizabad is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Faizabad district is 2,341 km², which includes 2,266.23 km² of rural area and 74.77 km² of urban area. There are about 1,235 villages in Faizabad district.
For administrative convenience, Faizabad 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 5 tehsils in Faizabad district. Here is the list of all Faizabad Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Faizabad District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bikapur | 486 | 4,49,764 |
| 2 | Faizabad | 425 | 6,91,457 |
| 3 | Milkipur | 546 | 4,79,707 |
| 4 | Rudauli | 505 | 4,64,250 |
| 5 | Sohawal | 378 | 3,85,818 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Milkipur is the largest tehsil in faizabad district by area, while Faizabad is the largest by population. Sohawal is the smallest tehsil in faizabad district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Milkipur | Faizabad |
| Smallest Tehsil | Sohawal | Sohawal |
Population of Faizabad District
The population of Faizabad 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 Faizabad, 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 | 24,70,996 | 21,30,743 | 3,40,253 |
| Total Male Population | 12,59,628 | 10,79,257 | 1,80,371 |
| Total Female Population | 12,11,368 | 10,51,486 | 1,59,882 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,60,082 | 3,21,675 | 38,407 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,86,440 | 1,66,286 | 20,154 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,73,642 | 1,55,389 | 18,253 |
| Literate Population | 14,50,901 | 12,09,329 | 2,41,572 |
| Literate Male Population | 8,38,339 | 7,03,072 | 1,35,267 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,12,562 | 5,06,257 | 1,06,305 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,20,095 | 9,21,414 | 98,681 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,21,289 | 3,76,185 | 45,104 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,98,806 | 5,45,229 | 53,577 |
| Households | 4,23,375 | 3,65,711 | 57,664 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Faizabad district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Faizabad district is 24,70,996, including 12,59,628 males and 12,11,368 females. In rural areas, it is 21,30,743, including 10,79,257 males and 10,51,486 females. In urban areas, it is 3,40,253, including 1,80,371 males and 1,59,882 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Faizabad district is 3,60,082, including 1,86,440 boys and 1,73,642 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,21,675, including 1,66,286 boys and 1,55,389 girls. In urban areas, it is 38,407, including 20,154 boys and 18,253 girls.
- Literate population in Faizabad district is around 14,50,901, including 8,38,339 males and 6,12,562 females. In rural areas, it is 12,09,329, including 7,03,072 males and 5,06,257 females. In urban areas, it is 2,41,572, including 1,35,267 males and 1,06,305 females.
- Illiterate population in Faizabad district is about 10,20,095, including 4,21,289 males and 5,98,806 females. In rural areas, it is 9,21,414, including 3,76,185 males and 5,45,229 females. In urban areas, it is 98,681, including 45,104 males and 53,577 females.
- There are about 4,23,375 households in Faizabad district, including 3,65,711 in rural areas and 57,664 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Faizabad. 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 | 5,55,047 | 5,19,511 | 35,536 |
| SC Male Population | 2,81,284 | 2,62,829 | 18,455 |
| SC Female Population | 2,73,763 | 2,56,682 | 17,081 |
| Total ST Population | 931 | 721 | 210 |
| ST Male Population | 469 | 359 | 110 |
| ST Female Population | 462 | 362 | 100 |
| Population Density | 1,056 / km² | 940 / km² | 4,551 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Faizabad district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Faizabad district is approximately 5,55,047, including 2,81,284 males and 2,73,763 females. In rural areas, it is 5,19,511, including 2,62,829 males and 2,56,682 females. In urban areas, it is 35,536, including 18,455 males and 17,081 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Faizabad district is about 931, including 469 males and 462 females. In rural areas, it is 721, including 359 males and 362 females. In urban areas, it is 210, including 110 males and 100 females.
- Overall population density of Faizabad district is around 1,056 people per km². Rural areas have about 940 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,551 people per km².