Unnao
Unnao is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Unnao district is 4,558 km², which includes 4,469.19 km² of rural area and 88.81 km² of urban area. There are about 1,693 villages in Unnao district.
For administrative convenience, Unnao 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 Unnao district. Here is the list of all Unnao Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Unnao District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bighapur | 621 | 3,40,300 |
| 2 | Hasanganj | 1,117 | 7,19,998 |
| 3 | Purwa | 793 | 4,59,539 |
| 4 | Safipur | 1,025 | 7,11,612 |
| 5 | Unnao | 1,001 | 8,76,918 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Hasanganj is the largest tehsil in unnao district by area, while Unnao is the largest by population. Bighapur is the smallest tehsil in unnao district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Hasanganj | Unnao |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bighapur | Bighapur |
Population of Unnao District
The population of Unnao 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 Unnao, 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 | 31,08,367 | 25,76,721 | 5,31,646 |
| Total Male Population | 16,30,087 | 13,51,897 | 2,78,190 |
| Total Female Population | 14,78,280 | 12,24,824 | 2,53,456 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,35,915 | 3,70,948 | 64,967 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,27,015 | 1,92,874 | 34,141 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,08,900 | 1,78,074 | 30,826 |
| Literate Population | 17,73,584 | 14,23,118 | 3,50,466 |
| Literate Male Population | 10,53,063 | 8,58,153 | 1,94,910 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,20,521 | 5,64,965 | 1,55,556 |
| Illiterate Population | 13,34,783 | 11,53,603 | 1,81,180 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,77,024 | 4,93,744 | 83,280 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,57,759 | 6,59,859 | 97,900 |
| Households | 5,88,533 | 4,91,106 | 97,427 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Unnao district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Unnao district is 31,08,367, including 16,30,087 males and 14,78,280 females. In rural areas, it is 25,76,721, including 13,51,897 males and 12,24,824 females. In urban areas, it is 5,31,646, including 2,78,190 males and 2,53,456 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Unnao district is 4,35,915, including 2,27,015 boys and 2,08,900 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,70,948, including 1,92,874 boys and 1,78,074 girls. In urban areas, it is 64,967, including 34,141 boys and 30,826 girls.
- Literate population in Unnao district is around 17,73,584, including 10,53,063 males and 7,20,521 females. In rural areas, it is 14,23,118, including 8,58,153 males and 5,64,965 females. In urban areas, it is 3,50,466, including 1,94,910 males and 1,55,556 females.
- Illiterate population in Unnao district is about 13,34,783, including 5,77,024 males and 7,57,759 females. In rural areas, it is 11,53,603, including 4,93,744 males and 6,59,859 females. In urban areas, it is 1,81,180, including 83,280 males and 97,900 females.
- There are about 5,88,533 households in Unnao district, including 4,91,106 in rural areas and 97,427 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Unnao. 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 | 9,48,588 | 8,73,572 | 75,016 |
| SC Male Population | 4,94,487 | 4,55,745 | 38,742 |
| SC Female Population | 4,54,101 | 4,17,827 | 36,274 |
| Total ST Population | 2,926 | 2,415 | 511 |
| ST Male Population | 1,558 | 1,290 | 268 |
| ST Female Population | 1,368 | 1,125 | 243 |
| Population Density | 682 / km² | 577 / km² | 5,986 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Unnao district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Unnao district is approximately 9,48,588, including 4,94,487 males and 4,54,101 females. In rural areas, it is 8,73,572, including 4,55,745 males and 4,17,827 females. In urban areas, it is 75,016, including 38,742 males and 36,274 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Unnao district is about 2,926, including 1,558 males and 1,368 females. In rural areas, it is 2,415, including 1,290 males and 1,125 females. In urban areas, it is 511, including 268 males and 243 females.
- Overall population density of Unnao district is around 682 people per km². Rural areas have about 577 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,986 people per km².