Kheri
Kheri is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Kheri district is 7,680 km², which includes 7,592.03 km² of rural area and 87.97 km² of urban area. There are about 1,706 villages in Kheri district.
For administrative convenience, Kheri 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 Kheri district. Here is the list of all Kheri Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Kheri District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dhaurahara | 1,125 | 5,87,955 |
| 2 | Gola Gokaran Nath | 1,318 | 7,02,701 |
| 3 | Lakhimpur | 1,474 | 11,60,089 |
| 4 | Mohammdi | 1,324 | 8,17,180 |
| 5 | Nighasan | 863 | 4,16,813 |
| 6 | Palia | 1,576 | 3,36,505 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Palia is the largest tehsil in kheri district, covering an area of 1575.93 km², while Nighasan is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 862.96 km². Lakhimpur is the most populous, whereas Palia is the least populous tehsil in kheri district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Palia | Lakhimpur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Nighasan | Nighasan |
Population of Kheri District
The population of Kheri 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 Kheri, 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 | 40,21,243 | 35,60,208 | 4,61,035 |
| Total Male Population | 21,23,187 | 18,80,679 | 2,42,508 |
| Total Female Population | 18,98,056 | 16,79,529 | 2,18,527 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,62,296 | 6,01,557 | 60,739 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,44,806 | 3,12,944 | 31,862 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,17,490 | 2,88,613 | 28,877 |
| Literate Population | 20,34,044 | 17,46,934 | 2,87,110 |
| Literate Male Population | 12,37,157 | 10,76,152 | 1,61,005 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,96,887 | 6,70,782 | 1,26,105 |
| Illiterate Population | 19,87,199 | 18,13,274 | 1,73,925 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 8,86,030 | 8,04,527 | 81,503 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 11,01,169 | 10,08,747 | 92,422 |
| Households | 7,45,077 | 6,61,245 | 83,832 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kheri district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kheri district is 40,21,243, including 21,23,187 males and 18,98,056 females. In rural areas, it is 35,60,208, including 18,80,679 males and 16,79,529 females. In urban areas, it is 4,61,035, including 2,42,508 males and 2,18,527 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kheri district is 6,62,296, including 3,44,806 boys and 3,17,490 girls. In rural areas, it is 6,01,557, including 3,12,944 boys and 2,88,613 girls. In urban areas, it is 60,739, including 31,862 boys and 28,877 girls.
- Literate population in Kheri district is around 20,34,044, including 12,37,157 males and 7,96,887 females. In rural areas, it is 17,46,934, including 10,76,152 males and 6,70,782 females. In urban areas, it is 2,87,110, including 1,61,005 males and 1,26,105 females.
- Illiterate population in Kheri district is about 19,87,199, including 8,86,030 males and 11,01,169 females. In rural areas, it is 18,13,274, including 8,04,527 males and 10,08,747 females. In urban areas, it is 1,73,925, including 81,503 males and 92,422 females.
- There are about 7,45,077 households in Kheri district, including 6,61,245 in rural areas and 83,832 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kheri. 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 | 10,61,782 | 10,19,387 | 42,395 |
| SC Male Population | 5,59,240 | 5,36,713 | 22,527 |
| SC Female Population | 5,02,542 | 4,82,674 | 19,868 |
| Total ST Population | 53,375 | 52,446 | 929 |
| ST Male Population | 26,984 | 26,460 | 524 |
| ST Female Population | 26,391 | 25,986 | 405 |
| Population Density | 524 / km² | 469 / km² | 5,241 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kheri district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kheri district is approximately 10,61,782, including 5,59,240 males and 5,02,542 females. In rural areas, it is 10,19,387, including 5,36,713 males and 4,82,674 females. In urban areas, it is 42,395, including 22,527 males and 19,868 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kheri district is about 53,375, including 26,984 males and 26,391 females. In rural areas, it is 52,446, including 26,460 males and 25,986 females. In urban areas, it is 929, including 524 males and 405 females.
- Overall population density of Kheri district is around 524 people per km². Rural areas have about 469 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,241 people per km².