Saharanpur
Saharanpur is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Saharanpur district is 3,689 km², which includes 3,582.67 km² of rural area and 106.33 km² of urban area. There are about 1,243 villages in Saharanpur district.
For administrative convenience, Saharanpur 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 5 tehsils in Saharanpur district. Here is the list of all Saharanpur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Saharanpur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Behat | 1,020 | 5,19,420 |
| 2 | Deoband | 552 | 5,14,338 |
| 3 | Nakur | 860 | 6,98,990 |
| 4 | Rampur Maniharan | 470 | 3,63,816 |
| 5 | Saharanpur | 787 | 13,69,818 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Behat is the largest tehsil in saharanpur district by area, while Saharanpur is the largest by population. Rampur Maniharan is the smallest tehsil in saharanpur district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Behat | Saharanpur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Rampur Maniharan | Rampur Maniharan |
Population of Saharanpur District
The population of Saharanpur 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 Saharanpur, 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 | 34,66,382 | 23,99,856 | 10,66,526 |
| Total Male Population | 18,34,106 | 12,69,803 | 5,64,303 |
| Total Female Population | 16,32,276 | 11,30,053 | 5,02,223 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,19,591 | 3,74,994 | 1,44,597 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,75,377 | 1,98,976 | 76,401 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,44,214 | 1,76,018 | 68,196 |
| Literate Population | 20,77,108 | 13,90,046 | 6,87,062 |
| Literate Male Population | 12,20,114 | 8,33,060 | 3,87,054 |
| Literate Female Population | 8,56,994 | 5,56,986 | 3,00,008 |
| Illiterate Population | 13,89,274 | 10,09,810 | 3,79,464 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 6,13,992 | 4,36,743 | 1,77,249 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,75,282 | 5,73,067 | 2,02,215 |
| Households | 5,97,656 | 4,08,198 | 1,89,458 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Saharanpur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Saharanpur district is 34,66,382, including 18,34,106 males and 16,32,276 females. In rural areas, it is 23,99,856, including 12,69,803 males and 11,30,053 females. In urban areas, it is 10,66,526, including 5,64,303 males and 5,02,223 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Saharanpur district is 5,19,591, including 2,75,377 boys and 2,44,214 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,74,994, including 1,98,976 boys and 1,76,018 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,44,597, including 76,401 boys and 68,196 girls.
- Literate population in Saharanpur district is around 20,77,108, including 12,20,114 males and 8,56,994 females. In rural areas, it is 13,90,046, including 8,33,060 males and 5,56,986 females. In urban areas, it is 6,87,062, including 3,87,054 males and 3,00,008 females.
- Illiterate population in Saharanpur district is about 13,89,274, including 6,13,992 males and 7,75,282 females. In rural areas, it is 10,09,810, including 4,36,743 males and 5,73,067 females. In urban areas, it is 3,79,464, including 1,77,249 males and 2,02,215 females.
- There are about 5,97,656 households in Saharanpur district, including 4,08,198 in rural areas and 1,89,458 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Saharanpur. 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 | 7,64,450 | 6,27,371 | 1,37,079 |
| SC Male Population | 4,07,029 | 3,34,256 | 72,773 |
| SC Female Population | 3,57,421 | 2,93,115 | 64,306 |
| Total ST Population | 980 | 148 | 832 |
| ST Male Population | 517 | 74 | 443 |
| ST Female Population | 463 | 74 | 389 |
| Population Density | 940 / km² | 670 / km² | 10,030 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Saharanpur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Saharanpur district is approximately 7,64,450, including 4,07,029 males and 3,57,421 females. In rural areas, it is 6,27,371, including 3,34,256 males and 2,93,115 females. In urban areas, it is 1,37,079, including 72,773 males and 64,306 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Saharanpur district is about 980, including 517 males and 463 females. In rural areas, it is 148, including 74 males and 74 females. In urban areas, it is 832, including 443 males and 389 females.
- Overall population density of Saharanpur district is around 940 people per km². Rural areas have about 670 people per km². Urban areas have about 10,030 people per km².