Barddhaman
Barddhaman is a district in the West Bengal State of India. The total area of Barddhaman district is 7,024 km², which includes 6,095.98 km² of rural area and 928.02 km² of urban area. There are about 2,418 villages in Barddhaman district.
For administrative convenience, Barddhaman 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 31 subdivisions in Barddhaman district. Here is the list of all Barddhaman Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Barddhaman District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ausgram I | 221 | 1,19,363 |
| 2 | Ausgram II | 358 | 1,50,896 |
| 3 | Barabani | 43 | 1,23,598 |
| 4 | Bhatar | 430 | 2,63,064 |
| 5 | Burdwan I | 248 | 2,15,943 |
| 6 | Burdwan II | 188 | 1,52,939 |
| 7 | Faridpur Durgapur | 184 | 1,15,924 |
| 8 | Galsi I | 264 | 1,87,588 |
| 9 | Galsi II | 223 | 1,47,177 |
| 10 | Jamalpur | 267 | 2,66,338 |
| 11 | Jamuria | 134 | 1,23,176 |
| 12 | Kalna I | 177 | 2,06,945 |
| 13 | Kalna II | 182 | 1,67,335 |
| 14 | Kanksa | 288 | 1,78,125 |
| 15 | Katwa I | 179 | 1,73,087 |
| 16 | Katwa II | 155 | 1,36,708 |
| 17 | Ketugram I | 203 | 1,65,408 |
| 18 | Ketugram II | 165 | 1,18,567 |
| 19 | Khandaghosh | 275 | 1,89,336 |
| 20 | Mangolkote | 391 | 2,63,240 |
| 21 | Manteswar | 321 | 2,37,398 |
| 22 | Memari I | 186 | 2,18,425 |
| 23 | Memari II | 201 | 1,50,252 |
| 24 | Ondal | 78 | 1,86,915 |
| 25 | Pandabeswar | 115 | 1,61,891 |
| 26 | Purbasthali I | 155 | 2,06,977 |
| 27 | Purbasthali II | 204 | 2,12,355 |
| 28 | Raina I | 273 | 1,80,952 |
| 29 | Raina II | 230 | 1,51,401 |
| 30 | Raniganj | 81 | 1,06,441 |
| 31 | Salanpur | 47 | 1,63,057 |
Population of Barddhaman District
The population of Barddhaman 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 Barddhaman, 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 | 77,17,563 | 46,39,264 | 30,78,299 |
| Total Male Population | 39,66,889 | 23,73,787 | 15,93,102 |
| Total Female Population | 37,50,674 | 22,65,477 | 14,85,197 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,32,033 | 5,11,969 | 3,20,064 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,26,385 | 2,60,995 | 1,65,390 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,05,648 | 2,50,974 | 1,54,674 |
| Literate Population | 52,47,208 | 29,98,277 | 22,48,931 |
| Literate Male Population | 29,18,040 | 16,71,556 | 12,46,484 |
| Literate Female Population | 23,29,168 | 13,26,721 | 10,02,447 |
| Illiterate Population | 24,70,355 | 16,40,987 | 8,29,368 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 10,48,849 | 7,02,231 | 3,46,618 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 14,21,506 | 9,38,756 | 4,82,750 |
| Households | 17,30,927 | 10,71,561 | 6,59,366 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Barddhaman district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Barddhaman district is 77,17,563, including 39,66,889 males and 37,50,674 females. In rural areas, it is 46,39,264, including 23,73,787 males and 22,65,477 females. In urban areas, it is 30,78,299, including 15,93,102 males and 14,85,197 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Barddhaman district is 8,32,033, including 4,26,385 boys and 4,05,648 girls. In rural areas, it is 5,11,969, including 2,60,995 boys and 2,50,974 girls. In urban areas, it is 3,20,064, including 1,65,390 boys and 1,54,674 girls.
- Literate population in Barddhaman district is around 52,47,208, including 29,18,040 males and 23,29,168 females. In rural areas, it is 29,98,277, including 16,71,556 males and 13,26,721 females. In urban areas, it is 22,48,931, including 12,46,484 males and 10,02,447 females.
- Illiterate population in Barddhaman district is about 24,70,355, including 10,48,849 males and 14,21,506 females. In rural areas, it is 16,40,987, including 7,02,231 males and 9,38,756 females. In urban areas, it is 8,29,368, including 3,46,618 males and 4,82,750 females.
- There are about 17,30,927 households in Barddhaman district, including 10,71,561 in rural areas and 6,59,366 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Barddhaman. 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 | 21,15,719 | 15,24,133 | 5,91,586 |
| SC Male Population | 10,79,584 | 7,76,238 | 3,03,346 |
| SC Female Population | 10,36,135 | 7,47,895 | 2,88,240 |
| Total ST Population | 4,89,447 | 3,79,262 | 1,10,185 |
| ST Male Population | 2,43,581 | 1,88,349 | 55,232 |
| ST Female Population | 2,45,866 | 1,90,913 | 54,953 |
| Population Density | 1,099 / km² | 761 / km² | 3,317 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Barddhaman district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Barddhaman district is approximately 21,15,719, including 10,79,584 males and 10,36,135 females. In rural areas, it is 15,24,133, including 7,76,238 males and 7,47,895 females. In urban areas, it is 5,91,586, including 3,03,346 males and 2,88,240 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Barddhaman district is about 4,89,447, including 2,43,581 males and 2,45,866 females. In rural areas, it is 3,79,262, including 1,88,349 males and 1,90,913 females. In urban areas, it is 1,10,185, including 55,232 males and 54,953 females.
- Overall population density of Barddhaman district is around 1,099 people per km². Rural areas have about 761 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,317 people per km².