Pithoragarh
Pithoragarh is a district in the Uttarakhand State of India. The total area of Pithoragarh district is 7,090 km², which includes 7,073.50 km² of rural area and 16.50 km² of urban area. There are about 1,572 villages in Pithoragarh district.
For administrative convenience, Pithoragarh 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 Pithoragarh district. Here is the list of all Pithoragarh Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Pithoragarh District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Berinag | 269 | 52,069 |
| 2 | Dharchula | 2,690 | 65,689 |
| 3 | Didihat | 540 | 80,411 |
| 4 | Gangolihat | 347 | 71,946 |
| 5 | Munsiari | 2,738 | 46,523 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Munsiari is the largest tehsil in pithoragarh district, covering an area of 2738.31 km², while Berinag is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 268.72 km². Pithoragarh is the most populous, whereas Munsiari is the least populous tehsil in pithoragarh district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Munsiari | Pithoragarh |
| Smallest Tehsil | Berinag | Berinag |
Population of Pithoragarh District
The population of Pithoragarh 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 Pithoragarh, 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 | 4,83,439 | 4,13,834 | 69,605 |
| Total Male Population | 2,39,306 | 2,02,930 | 36,376 |
| Total Female Population | 2,44,133 | 2,10,904 | 33,229 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 63,293 | 54,900 | 8,393 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 34,853 | 29,986 | 4,867 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 28,440 | 24,914 | 3,526 |
| Literate Population | 3,45,550 | 2,89,256 | 56,294 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,89,623 | 1,59,729 | 29,894 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,55,927 | 1,29,527 | 26,400 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,37,889 | 1,24,578 | 13,311 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 49,683 | 43,201 | 6,482 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 88,206 | 81,377 | 6,829 |
| Households | 1,14,730 | 96,971 | 17,759 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Pithoragarh district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Pithoragarh district is 4,83,439, including 2,39,306 males and 2,44,133 females. In rural areas, it is 4,13,834, including 2,02,930 males and 2,10,904 females. In urban areas, it is 69,605, including 36,376 males and 33,229 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Pithoragarh district is 63,293, including 34,853 boys and 28,440 girls. In rural areas, it is 54,900, including 29,986 boys and 24,914 girls. In urban areas, it is 8,393, including 4,867 boys and 3,526 girls.
- Literate population in Pithoragarh district is around 3,45,550, including 1,89,623 males and 1,55,927 females. In rural areas, it is 2,89,256, including 1,59,729 males and 1,29,527 females. In urban areas, it is 56,294, including 29,894 males and 26,400 females.
- Illiterate population in Pithoragarh district is about 1,37,889, including 49,683 males and 88,206 females. In rural areas, it is 1,24,578, including 43,201 males and 81,377 females. In urban areas, it is 13,311, including 6,482 males and 6,829 females.
- There are about 1,14,730 households in Pithoragarh district, including 96,971 in rural areas and 17,759 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Pithoragarh. 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 | 1,20,378 | 1,09,541 | 10,837 |
| SC Male Population | 60,111 | 54,528 | 5,583 |
| SC Female Population | 60,267 | 55,013 | 5,254 |
| Total ST Population | 19,535 | 15,915 | 3,620 |
| ST Male Population | 9,558 | 7,822 | 1,736 |
| ST Female Population | 9,977 | 8,093 | 1,884 |
| Population Density | 68 / km² | 59 / km² | 4,218 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Pithoragarh district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Pithoragarh district is approximately 1,20,378, including 60,111 males and 60,267 females. In rural areas, it is 1,09,541, including 54,528 males and 55,013 females. In urban areas, it is 10,837, including 5,583 males and 5,254 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Pithoragarh district is about 19,535, including 9,558 males and 9,977 females. In rural areas, it is 15,915, including 7,822 males and 8,093 females. In urban areas, it is 3,620, including 1,736 males and 1,884 females.
- Overall population density of Pithoragarh district is around 68 people per km². Rural areas have about 59 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,218 people per km².