Moradabad
Moradabad is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Moradabad district is 3,718 km², which includes 3,569.67 km² of rural area and 148.33 km² of urban area. There are about 1,550 villages in Moradabad district.
For administrative convenience, Moradabad 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 Moradabad district. Here is the list of all Moradabad Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Moradabad District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bilari | 542 | 6,73,812 |
| 2 | Chandausi | 617 | 6,52,106 |
| 3 | Kanth | 395 | 3,04,082 |
| 4 | Moradabad | 755 | 16,46,613 |
| 5 | Sambhal | 868 | 9,93,393 |
| 6 | Thakurdwara | 541 | 5,02,000 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Moradabad District
Sambhal is the largest tehsil in moradabad district by area, while Moradabad is the largest by population. Kanth is the smallest tehsil in moradabad district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Sambhal | Moradabad |
| Smallest Tehsil | Kanth | Kanth |
Population of Moradabad District
The population of Moradabad 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 Moradabad, 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 | 47,72,006 | 31,98,383 | 15,73,623 |
| Total Male Population | 25,03,186 | 16,80,022 | 8,23,164 |
| Total Female Population | 22,68,820 | 15,18,361 | 7,50,459 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,84,219 | 5,62,904 | 2,21,315 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,09,325 | 2,93,864 | 1,15,461 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,74,894 | 2,69,040 | 1,05,854 |
| Literate Population | 22,63,848 | 14,07,142 | 8,56,706 |
| Literate Male Population | 13,57,435 | 8,79,994 | 4,77,441 |
| Literate Female Population | 9,06,413 | 5,27,148 | 3,79,265 |
| Illiterate Population | 25,08,158 | 17,91,241 | 7,16,917 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 11,45,751 | 8,00,028 | 3,45,723 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 13,62,407 | 9,91,213 | 3,71,194 |
| Households | 7,96,170 | 5,22,763 | 2,73,407 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Moradabad district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Moradabad district is 47,72,006, including 25,03,186 males and 22,68,820 females. In rural areas, it is 31,98,383, including 16,80,022 males and 15,18,361 females. In urban areas, it is 15,73,623, including 8,23,164 males and 7,50,459 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Moradabad district is 7,84,219, including 4,09,325 boys and 3,74,894 girls. In rural areas, it is 5,62,904, including 2,93,864 boys and 2,69,040 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,21,315, including 1,15,461 boys and 1,05,854 girls.
- Literate population in Moradabad district is around 22,63,848, including 13,57,435 males and 9,06,413 females. In rural areas, it is 14,07,142, including 8,79,994 males and 5,27,148 females. In urban areas, it is 8,56,706, including 4,77,441 males and 3,79,265 females.
- Illiterate population in Moradabad district is about 25,08,158, including 11,45,751 males and 13,62,407 females. In rural areas, it is 17,91,241, including 8,00,028 males and 9,91,213 females. In urban areas, it is 7,16,917, including 3,45,723 males and 3,71,194 females.
- There are about 7,96,170 households in Moradabad district, including 5,22,763 in rural areas and 2,73,407 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Moradabad. 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 | 7,31,406 | 5,82,700 | 1,48,706 |
| SC Male Population | 3,85,244 | 3,06,887 | 78,357 |
| SC Female Population | 3,46,162 | 2,75,813 | 70,349 |
| Total ST Population | 685 | 171 | 514 |
| ST Male Population | 377 | 99 | 278 |
| ST Female Population | 308 | 72 | 236 |
| Population Density | 1,283 / km² | 896 / km² | 10,609 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Moradabad district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Moradabad district is approximately 7,31,406, including 3,85,244 males and 3,46,162 females. In rural areas, it is 5,82,700, including 3,06,887 males and 2,75,813 females. In urban areas, it is 1,48,706, including 78,357 males and 70,349 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Moradabad district is about 685, including 377 males and 308 females. In rural areas, it is 171, including 99 males and 72 females. In urban areas, it is 514, including 278 males and 236 females.
- Overall population density of Moradabad district is around 1,283 people per km². Rural areas have about 896 people per km². Urban areas have about 10,609 people per km².