Tehri Garhwal
Tehri Garhwal is a district in the Uttarakhand State of India. The total area of Tehri Garhwal district is 3,642 km², which includes 3,575.89 km² of rural area and 66.11 km² of urban area. There are about 1,774 villages in Tehri Garhwal district.
For administrative convenience, Tehri Garhwal 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 7 tehsils in Tehri Garhwal district. Here is the list of all Tehri Garhwal Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Tehri Garhwal District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Devprayag | 477 | 94,441 |
| 2 | Dhanaulti | 555 | 74,083 |
| 3 | Ghansali | 1,300 | 1,20,775 |
| 4 | Jakhnidhar | 137 | 32,753 |
| 5 | Narendranagar | 501 | 1,05,680 |
| 6 | Pratapnagar | 218 | 73,592 |
| 7 | Tehri | 453 | 1,17,607 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Ghansali is the largest tehsil in tehri garhwal district by both area and population. Jakhnidhar is the smallest tehsil in tehri garhwal district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Ghansali | Ghansali |
| Smallest Tehsil | Jakhnidhar | Jakhnidhar |
Population of Tehri Garhwal District
The population of Tehri Garhwal 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 Tehri Garhwal, 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 | 6,18,931 | 5,48,792 | 70,139 |
| Total Male Population | 2,97,986 | 2,59,381 | 38,605 |
| Total Female Population | 3,20,945 | 2,89,411 | 31,534 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 84,657 | 76,718 | 7,939 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 44,634 | 40,333 | 4,301 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 40,023 | 36,385 | 3,638 |
| Literate Population | 4,07,994 | 3,52,776 | 55,218 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,27,406 | 1,95,356 | 32,050 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,80,588 | 1,57,420 | 23,168 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,10,937 | 1,96,016 | 14,921 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 70,580 | 64,025 | 6,555 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,40,357 | 1,31,991 | 8,366 |
| Households | 1,32,714 | 1,15,691 | 17,023 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Tehri Garhwal district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Tehri Garhwal district is 6,18,931, including 2,97,986 males and 3,20,945 females. In rural areas, it is 5,48,792, including 2,59,381 males and 2,89,411 females. In urban areas, it is 70,139, including 38,605 males and 31,534 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Tehri Garhwal district is 84,657, including 44,634 boys and 40,023 girls. In rural areas, it is 76,718, including 40,333 boys and 36,385 girls. In urban areas, it is 7,939, including 4,301 boys and 3,638 girls.
- Literate population in Tehri Garhwal district is around 4,07,994, including 2,27,406 males and 1,80,588 females. In rural areas, it is 3,52,776, including 1,95,356 males and 1,57,420 females. In urban areas, it is 55,218, including 32,050 males and 23,168 females.
- Illiterate population in Tehri Garhwal district is about 2,10,937, including 70,580 males and 1,40,357 females. In rural areas, it is 1,96,016, including 64,025 males and 1,31,991 females. In urban areas, it is 14,921, including 6,555 males and 8,366 females.
- There are about 1,32,714 households in Tehri Garhwal district, including 1,15,691 in rural areas and 17,023 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Tehri Garhwal. 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 | 1,02,130 | 94,628 | 7,502 |
| SC Male Population | 50,371 | 46,327 | 4,044 |
| SC Female Population | 51,759 | 48,301 | 3,458 |
| Total ST Population | 875 | 630 | 245 |
| ST Male Population | 459 | 312 | 147 |
| ST Female Population | 416 | 318 | 98 |
| Population Density | 170 / km² | 153 / km² | 1,061 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Tehri Garhwal district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Tehri Garhwal district is approximately 1,02,130, including 50,371 males and 51,759 females. In rural areas, it is 94,628, including 46,327 males and 48,301 females. In urban areas, it is 7,502, including 4,044 males and 3,458 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Tehri Garhwal district is about 875, including 459 males and 416 females. In rural areas, it is 630, including 312 males and 318 females. In urban areas, it is 245, including 147 males and 98 females.
- Overall population density of Tehri Garhwal district is around 170 people per km². Rural areas have about 153 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,061 people per km².