Kannauj
Kannauj is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Kannauj district is 2,093 km², which includes 2,018.82 km² of rural area and 74.18 km² of urban area. There are about 688 villages in Kannauj district.
For administrative convenience, Kannauj 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.
Chhibramau is the largest tehsil in kannauj district by both area and population. Kannauj is the smallest tehsil in kannauj district by area while Tirwa is the smallest tehsil by population. There are 3 tehsils in Kannauj district. Here is the list of all Kannauj Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Kannauj District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chhibramau | 872 | 7,68,748 |
| 2 | Kannauj | 488 | 4,54,463 |
| 3 | Tirwa | 732 | 4,33,405 |
Population of Kannauj District
The population of Kannauj 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 Kannauj, 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 | 16,56,616 | 13,75,775 | 2,80,841 |
| Total Male Population | 8,81,776 | 7,34,245 | 1,47,531 |
| Total Female Population | 7,74,840 | 6,41,530 | 1,33,310 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,57,682 | 2,17,006 | 40,676 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,35,758 | 1,14,233 | 21,525 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,21,924 | 1,02,773 | 19,151 |
| Literate Population | 10,17,087 | 8,46,493 | 1,70,594 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,03,596 | 5,06,915 | 96,681 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,13,491 | 3,39,578 | 73,913 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,39,529 | 5,29,282 | 1,10,247 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,78,180 | 2,27,330 | 50,850 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,61,349 | 3,01,952 | 59,397 |
| Households | 2,80,928 | 2,33,746 | 47,182 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kannauj district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kannauj district is 16,56,616, including 8,81,776 males and 7,74,840 females. In rural areas, it is 13,75,775, including 7,34,245 males and 6,41,530 females. In urban areas, it is 2,80,841, including 1,47,531 males and 1,33,310 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kannauj district is 2,57,682, including 1,35,758 boys and 1,21,924 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,17,006, including 1,14,233 boys and 1,02,773 girls. In urban areas, it is 40,676, including 21,525 boys and 19,151 girls.
- Literate population in Kannauj district is around 10,17,087, including 6,03,596 males and 4,13,491 females. In rural areas, it is 8,46,493, including 5,06,915 males and 3,39,578 females. In urban areas, it is 1,70,594, including 96,681 males and 73,913 females.
- Illiterate population in Kannauj district is about 6,39,529, including 2,78,180 males and 3,61,349 females. In rural areas, it is 5,29,282, including 2,27,330 males and 3,01,952 females. In urban areas, it is 1,10,247, including 50,850 males and 59,397 females.
- There are about 2,80,928 households in Kannauj district, including 2,33,746 in rural areas and 47,182 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kannauj. 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 | 3,09,980 | 2,77,813 | 32,167 |
| SC Male Population | 1,66,454 | 1,49,428 | 17,026 |
| SC Female Population | 1,43,526 | 1,28,385 | 15,141 |
| Total ST Population | 15 | 14 | 1 |
| ST Male Population | 9 | 9 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Population Density | 792 / km² | 681 / km² | 3,786 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kannauj district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kannauj district is approximately 3,09,980, including 1,66,454 males and 1,43,526 females. In rural areas, it is 2,77,813, including 1,49,428 males and 1,28,385 females. In urban areas, it is 32,167, including 17,026 males and 15,141 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kannauj district is about 15, including 9 males and 6 females. In rural areas, it is 14, including 9 males and 5 females. In urban areas, it is 1.
- Overall population density of Kannauj district is around 792 people per km². Rural areas have about 681 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,786 people per km².