Jhansi
Jhansi is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Jhansi district is 5,024 km², which includes 4,744.05 km² of rural area and 279.95 km² of urban area. There are about 745 villages in Jhansi district.
For administrative convenience, Jhansi 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 Jhansi district. Here is the list of all Jhansi Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Jhansi District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Garautha | 1,047 | 2,33,688 |
| 2 | Jhansi | 1,185 | 8,85,160 |
| 3 | Mauranipur | 1,112 | 3,93,994 |
| 4 | Moth | 799 | 3,08,007 |
| 5 | Tahrauli | 880 | 1,77,754 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Jhansi is the largest tehsil in jhansi district by both area and population. Moth is the smallest tehsil in jhansi district by area, while Tahrauli is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Jhansi | Jhansi |
| Smallest Tehsil | Moth | Moth |
Population of Jhansi District
The population of Jhansi 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 Jhansi, 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 | 19,98,603 | 11,65,119 | 8,33,484 |
| Total Male Population | 10,57,436 | 6,15,629 | 4,41,807 |
| Total Female Population | 9,41,167 | 5,49,490 | 3,91,677 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,60,373 | 1,63,631 | 96,742 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,39,559 | 87,663 | 51,896 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,20,814 | 75,968 | 44,846 |
| Literate Population | 13,04,513 | 7,02,993 | 6,01,520 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,83,705 | 4,39,201 | 3,44,504 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,20,808 | 2,63,792 | 2,57,016 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,94,090 | 4,62,126 | 2,31,964 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,73,731 | 1,76,428 | 97,303 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,20,359 | 2,85,698 | 1,34,661 |
| Households | 3,67,779 | 2,15,843 | 1,51,936 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Jhansi district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Jhansi district is 19,98,603, including 10,57,436 males and 9,41,167 females. In rural areas, it is 11,65,119, including 6,15,629 males and 5,49,490 females. In urban areas, it is 8,33,484, including 4,41,807 males and 3,91,677 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Jhansi district is 2,60,373, including 1,39,559 boys and 1,20,814 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,63,631, including 87,663 boys and 75,968 girls. In urban areas, it is 96,742, including 51,896 boys and 44,846 girls.
- Literate population in Jhansi district is around 13,04,513, including 7,83,705 males and 5,20,808 females. In rural areas, it is 7,02,993, including 4,39,201 males and 2,63,792 females. In urban areas, it is 6,01,520, including 3,44,504 males and 2,57,016 females.
- Illiterate population in Jhansi district is about 6,94,090, including 2,73,731 males and 4,20,359 females. In rural areas, it is 4,62,126, including 1,76,428 males and 2,85,698 females. In urban areas, it is 2,31,964, including 97,303 males and 1,34,661 females.
- There are about 3,67,779 households in Jhansi district, including 2,15,843 in rural areas and 1,51,936 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Jhansi. 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 | 5,62,505 | 3,74,245 | 1,88,260 |
| SC Male Population | 2,97,386 | 1,97,846 | 99,540 |
| SC Female Population | 2,65,119 | 1,76,399 | 88,720 |
| Total ST Population | 3,873 | 1,969 | 1,904 |
| ST Male Population | 2,074 | 1,046 | 1,028 |
| ST Female Population | 1,799 | 923 | 876 |
| Population Density | 398 / km² | 246 / km² | 2,977 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Jhansi district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Jhansi district is approximately 5,62,505, including 2,97,386 males and 2,65,119 females. In rural areas, it is 3,74,245, including 1,97,846 males and 1,76,399 females. In urban areas, it is 1,88,260, including 99,540 males and 88,720 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Jhansi district is about 3,873, including 2,074 males and 1,799 females. In rural areas, it is 1,969, including 1,046 males and 923 females. In urban areas, it is 1,904, including 1,028 males and 876 females.
- Overall population density of Jhansi district is around 398 people per km². Rural areas have about 246 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,977 people per km².