Hardoi
Hardoi is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Hardoi district is 5,986 km², which includes 5,837.84 km² of rural area and 148.16 km² of urban area. There are about 1,907 villages in Hardoi district.
For administrative convenience, Hardoi 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 Hardoi district. Here is the list of all Hardoi Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Hardoi District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bilgram | 950 | 6,65,752 |
| 2 | Hardoi | 1,585 | 11,99,103 |
| 3 | Sandila | 1,441 | 9,83,113 |
| 4 | Sawayajpur | 1,039 | 4,83,668 |
| 5 | Shahabad | 970 | 7,61,209 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Hardoi is the largest tehsil in hardoi district by both area and population. Bilgram is the smallest tehsil in hardoi district by area, while Sawayajpur is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Hardoi | Hardoi |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bilgram | Bilgram |
Population of Hardoi District
The population of Hardoi 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 Hardoi, 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 | 40,92,845 | 35,51,039 | 5,41,806 |
| Total Male Population | 21,91,442 | 19,06,147 | 2,85,295 |
| Total Female Population | 19,01,403 | 16,44,892 | 2,56,511 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,52,496 | 5,80,096 | 72,400 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,43,617 | 3,05,625 | 37,992 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,08,879 | 2,74,471 | 34,408 |
| Literate Population | 22,21,601 | 18,83,588 | 3,38,013 |
| Literate Male Population | 13,74,587 | 11,82,280 | 1,92,307 |
| Literate Female Population | 8,47,014 | 7,01,308 | 1,45,706 |
| Illiterate Population | 18,71,244 | 16,67,451 | 2,03,793 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 8,16,855 | 7,23,867 | 92,988 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 10,54,389 | 9,43,584 | 1,10,805 |
| Households | 7,30,442 | 6,38,627 | 91,815 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Hardoi district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Hardoi district is 40,92,845, including 21,91,442 males and 19,01,403 females. In rural areas, it is 35,51,039, including 19,06,147 males and 16,44,892 females. In urban areas, it is 5,41,806, including 2,85,295 males and 2,56,511 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Hardoi district is 6,52,496, including 3,43,617 boys and 3,08,879 girls. In rural areas, it is 5,80,096, including 3,05,625 boys and 2,74,471 girls. In urban areas, it is 72,400, including 37,992 boys and 34,408 girls.
- Literate population in Hardoi district is around 22,21,601, including 13,74,587 males and 8,47,014 females. In rural areas, it is 18,83,588, including 11,82,280 males and 7,01,308 females. In urban areas, it is 3,38,013, including 1,92,307 males and 1,45,706 females.
- Illiterate population in Hardoi district is about 18,71,244, including 8,16,855 males and 10,54,389 females. In rural areas, it is 16,67,451, including 7,23,867 males and 9,43,584 females. In urban areas, it is 2,03,793, including 92,988 males and 1,10,805 females.
- There are about 7,30,442 households in Hardoi district, including 6,38,627 in rural areas and 91,815 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Hardoi. 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 | 12,74,505 | 12,09,207 | 65,298 |
| SC Male Population | 6,85,223 | 6,50,259 | 34,964 |
| SC Female Population | 5,89,282 | 5,58,948 | 30,334 |
| Total ST Population | 349 | 300 | 49 |
| ST Male Population | 186 | 154 | 32 |
| ST Female Population | 163 | 146 | 17 |
| Population Density | 684 / km² | 608 / km² | 3,657 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Hardoi district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Hardoi district is approximately 12,74,505, including 6,85,223 males and 5,89,282 females. In rural areas, it is 12,09,207, including 6,50,259 males and 5,58,948 females. In urban areas, it is 65,298, including 34,964 males and 30,334 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Hardoi district is about 349, including 186 males and 163 females. In rural areas, it is 300, including 154 males and 146 females. In urban areas, it is 49, including 32 males and 17 females.
- Overall population density of Hardoi district is around 684 people per km². Rural areas have about 608 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,657 people per km².