Gonda
Gonda is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Gonda district is 4,003 km², which includes 3,952.43 km² of rural area and 50.57 km² of urban area. There are about 1,812 villages in Gonda district.
For administrative convenience, Gonda 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 Gonda district. Here is the list of all Gonda Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Gonda District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colonelganj | 1,033 | 8,55,636 |
| 2 | Gonda | 1,175 | 11,69,971 |
| 3 | Mankapur | 726 | 6,46,490 |
| 4 | Tarabganj | 1,070 | 7,61,822 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Gonda is the largest tehsil in gonda district by both area and population. Mankapur is the smallest tehsil in gonda district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Gonda | Gonda |
| Smallest Tehsil | Mankapur | Mankapur |
Population of Gonda District
The population of Gonda 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 Gonda, 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 | 34,33,919 | 32,08,890 | 2,25,029 |
| Total Male Population | 17,87,146 | 16,69,058 | 1,18,088 |
| Total Female Population | 16,46,773 | 15,39,832 | 1,06,941 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,72,386 | 5,43,982 | 28,404 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,97,178 | 2,82,320 | 14,858 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,75,208 | 2,61,662 | 13,546 |
| Literate Population | 16,79,994 | 15,29,165 | 1,50,829 |
| Literate Male Population | 10,34,181 | 9,50,247 | 83,934 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,45,813 | 5,78,918 | 66,895 |
| Illiterate Population | 17,53,925 | 16,79,725 | 74,200 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 7,52,965 | 7,18,811 | 34,154 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 10,00,960 | 9,60,914 | 40,046 |
| Households | 5,41,247 | 5,04,278 | 36,969 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Gonda district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Gonda district is 34,33,919, including 17,87,146 males and 16,46,773 females. In rural areas, it is 32,08,890, including 16,69,058 males and 15,39,832 females. In urban areas, it is 2,25,029, including 1,18,088 males and 1,06,941 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Gonda district is 5,72,386, including 2,97,178 boys and 2,75,208 girls. In rural areas, it is 5,43,982, including 2,82,320 boys and 2,61,662 girls. In urban areas, it is 28,404, including 14,858 boys and 13,546 girls.
- Literate population in Gonda district is around 16,79,994, including 10,34,181 males and 6,45,813 females. In rural areas, it is 15,29,165, including 9,50,247 males and 5,78,918 females. In urban areas, it is 1,50,829, including 83,934 males and 66,895 females.
- Illiterate population in Gonda district is about 17,53,925, including 7,52,965 males and 10,00,960 females. In rural areas, it is 16,79,725, including 7,18,811 males and 9,60,914 females. In urban areas, it is 74,200, including 34,154 males and 40,046 females.
- There are about 5,41,247 households in Gonda district, including 5,04,278 in rural areas and 36,969 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Gonda. 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 | 5,31,973 | 5,15,769 | 16,204 |
| SC Male Population | 2,76,656 | 2,68,210 | 8,446 |
| SC Female Population | 2,55,317 | 2,47,559 | 7,758 |
| Total ST Population | 870 | 626 | 244 |
| ST Male Population | 476 | 336 | 140 |
| ST Female Population | 394 | 290 | 104 |
| Population Density | 858 / km² | 812 / km² | 4,450 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Gonda district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Gonda district is approximately 5,31,973, including 2,76,656 males and 2,55,317 females. In rural areas, it is 5,15,769, including 2,68,210 males and 2,47,559 females. In urban areas, it is 16,204, including 8,446 males and 7,758 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Gonda district is about 870, including 476 males and 394 females. In rural areas, it is 626, including 336 males and 290 females. In urban areas, it is 244, including 140 males and 104 females.
- Overall population density of Gonda district is around 858 people per km². Rural areas have about 812 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,450 people per km².