Mahrajganj
Mahrajganj is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Mahrajganj district is 2,952 km², which includes 2,897.89 km² of rural area and 54.11 km² of urban area. There are about 1,212 villages in Mahrajganj district.
For administrative convenience, Mahrajganj 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 4 tehsils in Mahrajganj district. Here is the list of all Mahrajganj Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Mahrajganj District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maharajganj | 1,093 | 11,46,661 |
| 2 | Nautanwa | 663 | 5,11,045 |
| 3 | Nichlaul | 697 | 5,39,761 |
| 4 | Pharenda | 499 | 4,87,236 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Maharajganj is the largest tehsil in mahrajganj district by both area and population. Pharenda is the smallest tehsil in mahrajganj district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Maharajganj | Maharajganj |
| Smallest Tehsil | Pharenda | Pharenda |
Population of Mahrajganj District
The population of Mahrajganj 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 Mahrajganj, 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 | 26,84,703 | 25,49,973 | 1,34,730 |
| Total Male Population | 13,81,754 | 13,12,126 | 69,628 |
| Total Female Population | 13,02,949 | 12,37,847 | 65,102 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,23,537 | 4,06,291 | 17,246 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,19,357 | 2,10,380 | 8,977 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,04,180 | 1,95,911 | 8,269 |
| Literate Population | 14,19,144 | 13,27,176 | 91,968 |
| Literate Male Population | 8,81,674 | 8,29,484 | 52,190 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,37,470 | 4,97,692 | 39,778 |
| Illiterate Population | 12,65,559 | 12,22,797 | 42,762 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,00,080 | 4,82,642 | 17,438 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,65,479 | 7,40,155 | 25,324 |
| Households | 4,26,565 | 4,04,790 | 21,775 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Mahrajganj district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Mahrajganj district is 26,84,703, including 13,81,754 males and 13,02,949 females. In rural areas, it is 25,49,973, including 13,12,126 males and 12,37,847 females. In urban areas, it is 1,34,730, including 69,628 males and 65,102 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Mahrajganj district is 4,23,537, including 2,19,357 boys and 2,04,180 girls. In rural areas, it is 4,06,291, including 2,10,380 boys and 1,95,911 girls. In urban areas, it is 17,246, including 8,977 boys and 8,269 girls.
- Literate population in Mahrajganj district is around 14,19,144, including 8,81,674 males and 5,37,470 females. In rural areas, it is 13,27,176, including 8,29,484 males and 4,97,692 females. In urban areas, it is 91,968, including 52,190 males and 39,778 females.
- Illiterate population in Mahrajganj district is about 12,65,559, including 5,00,080 males and 7,65,479 females. In rural areas, it is 12,22,797, including 4,82,642 males and 7,40,155 females. In urban areas, it is 42,762, including 17,438 males and 25,324 females.
- There are about 4,26,565 households in Mahrajganj district, including 4,04,790 in rural areas and 21,775 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Mahrajganj. 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 | 4,92,976 | 4,75,865 | 17,111 |
| SC Male Population | 2,54,426 | 2,45,639 | 8,787 |
| SC Female Population | 2,38,550 | 2,30,226 | 8,324 |
| Total ST Population | 16,435 | 15,037 | 1,398 |
| ST Male Population | 8,361 | 7,652 | 709 |
| ST Female Population | 8,074 | 7,385 | 689 |
| Population Density | 909 / km² | 880 / km² | 2,490 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Mahrajganj district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Mahrajganj district is approximately 4,92,976, including 2,54,426 males and 2,38,550 females. In rural areas, it is 4,75,865, including 2,45,639 males and 2,30,226 females. In urban areas, it is 17,111, including 8,787 males and 8,324 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Mahrajganj district is about 16,435, including 8,361 males and 8,074 females. In rural areas, it is 15,037, including 7,652 males and 7,385 females. In urban areas, it is 1,398, including 709 males and 689 females.
- Overall population density of Mahrajganj district is around 909 people per km². Rural areas have about 880 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,490 people per km².