Mirzapur
Mirzapur is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Mirzapur district is 4,405 km², which includes 4,331.78 km² of rural area and 73.22 km² of urban area. There are about 1,745 villages in Mirzapur district.
For administrative convenience, Mirzapur 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 Mirzapur district. Here is the list of all Mirzapur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Mirzapur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chunar | 1,037 | 7,11,445 |
| 2 | Lalganj | 1,345 | 3,67,080 |
| 3 | Marihan | 863 | 2,41,128 |
| 4 | Mirzapur | 1,160 | 11,77,317 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Mirzapur District
Lalganj is the largest tehsil in mirzapur district by area, while Mirzapur is the largest by population. Marihan is the smallest tehsil in mirzapur district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Lalganj | Mirzapur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Marihan | Marihan |
Population of Mirzapur District
The population of Mirzapur 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 Mirzapur, 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 | 24,96,970 | 21,49,403 | 3,47,567 |
| Total Male Population | 13,12,302 | 11,27,138 | 1,85,164 |
| Total Female Population | 11,84,668 | 10,22,265 | 1,62,403 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,10,621 | 3,63,765 | 46,856 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,15,841 | 1,91,060 | 24,781 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,94,780 | 1,72,705 | 22,075 |
| Literate Population | 14,28,683 | 12,01,584 | 2,27,099 |
| Literate Male Population | 8,65,837 | 7,33,853 | 1,31,984 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,62,846 | 4,67,731 | 95,115 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,68,287 | 9,47,819 | 1,20,468 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,46,465 | 3,93,285 | 53,180 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 6,21,822 | 5,54,534 | 67,288 |
| Households | 3,94,925 | 3,39,323 | 55,602 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Mirzapur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Mirzapur district is 24,96,970, including 13,12,302 males and 11,84,668 females. In rural areas, it is 21,49,403, including 11,27,138 males and 10,22,265 females. In urban areas, it is 3,47,567, including 1,85,164 males and 1,62,403 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Mirzapur district is 4,10,621, including 2,15,841 boys and 1,94,780 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,63,765, including 1,91,060 boys and 1,72,705 girls. In urban areas, it is 46,856, including 24,781 boys and 22,075 girls.
- Literate population in Mirzapur district is around 14,28,683, including 8,65,837 males and 5,62,846 females. In rural areas, it is 12,01,584, including 7,33,853 males and 4,67,731 females. In urban areas, it is 2,27,099, including 1,31,984 males and 95,115 females.
- Illiterate population in Mirzapur district is about 10,68,287, including 4,46,465 males and 6,21,822 females. In rural areas, it is 9,47,819, including 3,93,285 males and 5,54,534 females. In urban areas, it is 1,20,468, including 53,180 males and 67,288 females.
- There are about 3,94,925 households in Mirzapur district, including 3,39,323 in rural areas and 55,602 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Mirzapur. 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 | 6,61,129 | 6,13,590 | 47,539 |
| SC Male Population | 3,47,436 | 3,21,829 | 25,607 |
| SC Female Population | 3,13,693 | 2,91,761 | 21,932 |
| Total ST Population | 20,132 | 19,188 | 944 |
| ST Male Population | 10,480 | 9,973 | 507 |
| ST Female Population | 9,652 | 9,215 | 437 |
| Population Density | 567 / km² | 496 / km² | 4,747 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Mirzapur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Mirzapur district is approximately 6,61,129, including 3,47,436 males and 3,13,693 females. In rural areas, it is 6,13,590, including 3,21,829 males and 2,91,761 females. In urban areas, it is 47,539, including 25,607 males and 21,932 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Mirzapur district is about 20,132, including 10,480 males and 9,652 females. In rural areas, it is 19,188, including 9,973 males and 9,215 females. In urban areas, it is 944, including 507 males and 437 females.
- Overall population density of Mirzapur district is around 567 people per km². Rural areas have about 496 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,747 people per km².