Jaunpur
Jaunpur is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Jaunpur district is 4,038 km², which includes 3,977.69 km² of rural area and 60.31 km² of urban area. There are about 3,287 villages in Jaunpur district.
For administrative convenience, Jaunpur 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 6 tehsils in Jaunpur district. Here is the list of all Jaunpur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Jaunpur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Badlapur | 460 | 4,56,043 |
| 2 | Jaunpur | 711 | 10,75,544 |
| 3 | Kerakat | 593 | 6,63,552 |
| 4 | Machhlishahr | 812 | 7,36,209 |
| 5 | Mariahu | 758 | 8,00,862 |
| 6 | Shahganj | 705 | 7,61,994 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Machhlishahr is the largest tehsil in jaunpur district by area, while Jaunpur is the largest by population. Badlapur is the smallest tehsil in jaunpur district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Machhlishahr | Jaunpur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Badlapur | Badlapur |
Population of Jaunpur District
The population of Jaunpur 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 Jaunpur, 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 | 44,94,204 | 41,47,624 | 3,46,580 |
| Total Male Population | 22,20,465 | 20,41,217 | 1,79,248 |
| Total Female Population | 22,73,739 | 21,06,407 | 1,67,332 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,76,216 | 6,29,787 | 46,429 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,52,561 | 3,28,260 | 24,301 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,23,655 | 3,01,527 | 22,128 |
| Literate Population | 27,31,677 | 24,91,044 | 2,40,633 |
| Literate Male Population | 15,65,394 | 14,32,198 | 1,33,196 |
| Literate Female Population | 11,66,283 | 10,58,846 | 1,07,437 |
| Illiterate Population | 17,62,527 | 16,56,580 | 1,05,947 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 6,55,071 | 6,09,019 | 46,052 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 11,07,456 | 10,47,561 | 59,895 |
| Households | 6,63,513 | 6,13,244 | 50,269 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Jaunpur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Jaunpur district is 44,94,204, including 22,20,465 males and 22,73,739 females. In rural areas, it is 41,47,624, including 20,41,217 males and 21,06,407 females. In urban areas, it is 3,46,580, including 1,79,248 males and 1,67,332 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Jaunpur district is 6,76,216, including 3,52,561 boys and 3,23,655 girls. In rural areas, it is 6,29,787, including 3,28,260 boys and 3,01,527 girls. In urban areas, it is 46,429, including 24,301 boys and 22,128 girls.
- Literate population in Jaunpur district is around 27,31,677, including 15,65,394 males and 11,66,283 females. In rural areas, it is 24,91,044, including 14,32,198 males and 10,58,846 females. In urban areas, it is 2,40,633, including 1,33,196 males and 1,07,437 females.
- Illiterate population in Jaunpur district is about 17,62,527, including 6,55,071 males and 11,07,456 females. In rural areas, it is 16,56,580, including 6,09,019 males and 10,47,561 females. In urban areas, it is 1,05,947, including 46,052 males and 59,895 females.
- There are about 6,63,513 households in Jaunpur district, including 6,13,244 in rural areas and 50,269 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Jaunpur. 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 | 9,90,345 | 9,59,704 | 30,641 |
| SC Male Population | 4,94,226 | 4,78,315 | 15,911 |
| SC Female Population | 4,96,119 | 4,81,389 | 14,730 |
| Total ST Population | 4,736 | 4,486 | 250 |
| ST Male Population | 2,363 | 2,237 | 126 |
| ST Female Population | 2,373 | 2,249 | 124 |
| Population Density | 1,113 / km² | 1,043 / km² | 5,747 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Jaunpur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Jaunpur district is approximately 9,90,345, including 4,94,226 males and 4,96,119 females. In rural areas, it is 9,59,704, including 4,78,315 males and 4,81,389 females. In urban areas, it is 30,641, including 15,911 males and 14,730 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Jaunpur district is about 4,736, including 2,363 males and 2,373 females. In rural areas, it is 4,486, including 2,237 males and 2,249 females. In urban areas, it is 250, including 126 males and 124 females.
- Overall population density of Jaunpur district is around 1,113 people per km². Rural areas have about 1,043 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,747 people per km².