Kanpur Dehat
Kanpur Dehat is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Kanpur Dehat district is 3,021 km², which includes 2,940.14 km² of rural area and 80.86 km² of urban area. There are about 966 villages in Kanpur Dehat district.
For administrative convenience, Kanpur Dehat 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 Kanpur Dehat district. Here is the list of all Kanpur Dehat Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Kanpur Dehat District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akbarpur | 803 | 5,32,513 |
| 2 | Bhognipur | 630 | 3,82,265 |
| 3 | Derapur | 434 | 2,80,186 |
| 4 | Rasulabad | 645 | 3,22,466 |
| 5 | Sikandra | 509 | 2,78,754 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Akbarpur is the largest tehsil in kanpur dehat district by both area and population. Derapur is the smallest tehsil in kanpur dehat district by area, while Sikandra is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Akbarpur | Akbarpur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Derapur | Derapur |
Population of Kanpur Dehat District
The population of Kanpur Dehat 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 Kanpur Dehat, 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 | 17,96,184 | 16,22,761 | 1,73,423 |
| Total Male Population | 9,63,255 | 8,71,508 | 91,747 |
| Total Female Population | 8,32,929 | 7,51,253 | 81,676 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,51,965 | 2,29,678 | 22,287 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,32,839 | 1,20,932 | 11,907 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,19,126 | 1,08,746 | 10,380 |
| Literate Population | 11,70,243 | 10,49,386 | 1,20,857 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,92,964 | 6,25,151 | 67,813 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,77,279 | 4,24,235 | 53,044 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,25,941 | 5,73,375 | 52,566 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,70,291 | 2,46,357 | 23,934 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,55,650 | 3,27,018 | 28,632 |
| Households | 3,29,817 | 2,98,833 | 30,984 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kanpur Dehat district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kanpur Dehat district is 17,96,184, including 9,63,255 males and 8,32,929 females. In rural areas, it is 16,22,761, including 8,71,508 males and 7,51,253 females. In urban areas, it is 1,73,423, including 91,747 males and 81,676 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kanpur Dehat district is 2,51,965, including 1,32,839 boys and 1,19,126 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,29,678, including 1,20,932 boys and 1,08,746 girls. In urban areas, it is 22,287, including 11,907 boys and 10,380 girls.
- Literate population in Kanpur Dehat district is around 11,70,243, including 6,92,964 males and 4,77,279 females. In rural areas, it is 10,49,386, including 6,25,151 males and 4,24,235 females. In urban areas, it is 1,20,857, including 67,813 males and 53,044 females.
- Illiterate population in Kanpur Dehat district is about 6,25,941, including 2,70,291 males and 3,55,650 females. In rural areas, it is 5,73,375, including 2,46,357 males and 3,27,018 females. In urban areas, it is 52,566, including 23,934 males and 28,632 females.
- There are about 3,29,817 households in Kanpur Dehat district, including 2,98,833 in rural areas and 30,984 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kanpur Dehat. 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 | 4,60,544 | 4,31,972 | 28,572 |
| SC Male Population | 2,48,195 | 2,32,978 | 15,217 |
| SC Female Population | 2,12,349 | 1,98,994 | 13,355 |
| Total ST Population | 801 | 761 | 40 |
| ST Male Population | 398 | 377 | 21 |
| ST Female Population | 403 | 384 | 19 |
| Population Density | 595 / km² | 552 / km² | 2,145 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kanpur Dehat district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kanpur Dehat district is approximately 4,60,544, including 2,48,195 males and 2,12,349 females. In rural areas, it is 4,31,972, including 2,32,978 males and 1,98,994 females. In urban areas, it is 28,572, including 15,217 males and 13,355 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kanpur Dehat district is about 801, including 398 males and 403 females. In rural areas, it is 761, including 377 males and 384 females. In urban areas, it is 40, including 21 males and 19 females.
- Overall population density of Kanpur Dehat district is around 595 people per km². Rural areas have about 552 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,145 people per km².