Varanasi
Varanasi is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Varanasi district is 1,535 km², which includes 1,371.22 km² of rural area and 163.78 km² of urban area. There are about 1,258 villages in Varanasi district.
For administrative convenience, Varanasi 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 2 tehsils in Varanasi district. Here is the list of all Varanasi Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Varanasi District
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Varanasi is the largest tehsil in varanasi district by both area and population. Pindra is the smallest tehsil in varanasi district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Varanasi | Varanasi |
| Smallest Tehsil | Pindra | Pindra |
Population of Varanasi District
The population of Varanasi 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 Varanasi, 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 | 36,76,841 | 20,79,790 | 15,97,051 |
| Total Male Population | 19,21,857 | 10,76,526 | 8,45,331 |
| Total Female Population | 17,54,984 | 10,03,264 | 7,51,720 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,97,151 | 3,06,426 | 1,90,725 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,63,762 | 1,62,340 | 1,01,422 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,33,389 | 1,44,086 | 89,303 |
| Literate Population | 24,03,903 | 13,01,232 | 11,02,671 |
| Literate Male Population | 13,89,116 | 7,69,456 | 6,19,660 |
| Literate Female Population | 10,14,787 | 5,31,776 | 4,83,011 |
| Illiterate Population | 12,72,938 | 7,78,558 | 4,94,380 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,32,741 | 3,07,070 | 2,25,671 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,40,197 | 4,71,488 | 2,68,709 |
| Households | 5,60,162 | 3,06,978 | 2,53,184 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Varanasi district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Varanasi district is 36,76,841, including 19,21,857 males and 17,54,984 females. In rural areas, it is 20,79,790, including 10,76,526 males and 10,03,264 females. In urban areas, it is 15,97,051, including 8,45,331 males and 7,51,720 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Varanasi district is 4,97,151, including 2,63,762 boys and 2,33,389 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,06,426, including 1,62,340 boys and 1,44,086 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,90,725, including 1,01,422 boys and 89,303 girls.
- Literate population in Varanasi district is around 24,03,903, including 13,89,116 males and 10,14,787 females. In rural areas, it is 13,01,232, including 7,69,456 males and 5,31,776 females. In urban areas, it is 11,02,671, including 6,19,660 males and 4,83,011 females.
- Illiterate population in Varanasi district is about 12,72,938, including 5,32,741 males and 7,40,197 females. In rural areas, it is 7,78,558, including 3,07,070 males and 4,71,488 females. In urban areas, it is 4,94,380, including 2,25,671 males and 2,68,709 females.
- There are about 5,60,162 households in Varanasi district, including 3,06,978 in rural areas and 2,53,184 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Varanasi. 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 | 4,86,958 | 3,58,612 | 1,28,346 |
| SC Male Population | 2,56,483 | 1,87,942 | 68,541 |
| SC Female Population | 2,30,475 | 1,70,670 | 59,805 |
| Total ST Population | 28,617 | 19,144 | 9,473 |
| ST Male Population | 14,992 | 9,912 | 5,080 |
| ST Female Population | 13,625 | 9,232 | 4,393 |
| Population Density | 2,395 / km² | 1,517 / km² | 9,751 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Varanasi district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Varanasi district is approximately 4,86,958, including 2,56,483 males and 2,30,475 females. In rural areas, it is 3,58,612, including 1,87,942 males and 1,70,670 females. In urban areas, it is 1,28,346, including 68,541 males and 59,805 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Varanasi district is about 28,617, including 14,992 males and 13,625 females. In rural areas, it is 19,144, including 9,912 males and 9,232 females. In urban areas, it is 9,473, including 5,080 males and 4,393 females.
- Overall population density of Varanasi district is around 2,395 people per km². Rural areas have about 1,517 people per km². Urban areas have about 9,751 people per km².