Mathura
Mathura is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Mathura district is 3,340 km², which includes 3,185.74 km² of rural area and 154.26 km² of urban area. There are about 730 villages in Mathura district.
For administrative convenience, Mathura 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 Mathura district. Here is the list of all Mathura Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Mathura District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chhata | 1,057 | 5,69,021 |
| 2 | Mahavan | 475 | 3,51,792 |
| 3 | Mat | 731 | 4,39,127 |
| 4 | Mathura | 1,078 | 11,87,244 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Mathura is the largest tehsil in mathura district by both area and population. Mahavan is the smallest tehsil in mathura district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Mathura | Mathura |
| Smallest Tehsil | Mahavan | Mahavan |
Population of Mathura District
The population of Mathura 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 Mathura, 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 | 25,47,184 | 17,91,191 | 7,55,993 |
| Total Male Population | 13,67,125 | 9,62,028 | 4,05,097 |
| Total Female Population | 11,80,059 | 8,29,163 | 3,50,896 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,04,276 | 3,01,131 | 1,03,145 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,16,224 | 1,60,795 | 55,429 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,88,052 | 1,40,336 | 47,716 |
| Literate Population | 15,07,746 | 10,21,669 | 4,86,077 |
| Literate Male Population | 9,43,346 | 6,58,485 | 2,84,861 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,64,400 | 3,63,184 | 2,01,216 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,39,438 | 7,69,522 | 2,69,916 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,23,779 | 3,03,543 | 1,20,236 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 6,15,659 | 4,65,979 | 1,49,680 |
| Households | 4,23,125 | 2,92,881 | 1,30,244 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Mathura district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Mathura district is 25,47,184, including 13,67,125 males and 11,80,059 females. In rural areas, it is 17,91,191, including 9,62,028 males and 8,29,163 females. In urban areas, it is 7,55,993, including 4,05,097 males and 3,50,896 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Mathura district is 4,04,276, including 2,16,224 boys and 1,88,052 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,01,131, including 1,60,795 boys and 1,40,336 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,03,145, including 55,429 boys and 47,716 girls.
- Literate population in Mathura district is around 15,07,746, including 9,43,346 males and 5,64,400 females. In rural areas, it is 10,21,669, including 6,58,485 males and 3,63,184 females. In urban areas, it is 4,86,077, including 2,84,861 males and 2,01,216 females.
- Illiterate population in Mathura district is about 10,39,438, including 4,23,779 males and 6,15,659 females. In rural areas, it is 7,69,522, including 3,03,543 males and 4,65,979 females. In urban areas, it is 2,69,916, including 1,20,236 males and 1,49,680 females.
- There are about 4,23,125 households in Mathura district, including 2,92,881 in rural areas and 1,30,244 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Mathura. 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 | 5,06,580 | 4,00,917 | 1,05,663 |
| SC Male Population | 2,71,295 | 2,14,919 | 56,376 |
| SC Female Population | 2,35,285 | 1,85,998 | 49,287 |
| Total ST Population | 1,520 | 313 | 1,207 |
| ST Male Population | 826 | 163 | 663 |
| ST Female Population | 694 | 150 | 544 |
| Population Density | 763 / km² | 562 / km² | 4,901 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Mathura district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Mathura district is approximately 5,06,580, including 2,71,295 males and 2,35,285 females. In rural areas, it is 4,00,917, including 2,14,919 males and 1,85,998 females. In urban areas, it is 1,05,663, including 56,376 males and 49,287 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Mathura district is about 1,520, including 826 males and 694 females. In rural areas, it is 313, including 163 males and 150 females. In urban areas, it is 1,207, including 663 males and 544 females.
- Overall population density of Mathura district is around 763 people per km². Rural areas have about 562 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,901 people per km².