Hugli
Hugli is a district in the West Bengal State of India. The total area of Hugli district is 3,149 km², which includes 2,819.97 km² of rural area and 329.03 km² of urban area. There are about 1,842 villages in Hugli district.
For administrative convenience, Hugli 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 18 subdivisions in Hugli district. Here is the list of all Hugli Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Hugli District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arambag | 276 | 2,85,207 |
| 2 | Balagarh | 199 | 2,28,998 |
| 3 | Chanditala I | 94 | 1,79,825 |
| 4 | Chanditala II | 50 | 1,58,396 |
| 5 | Chinsurah Magra | 65 | 2,44,383 |
| 6 | Dhaniakhali | 277 | 3,20,534 |
| 7 | Goghat I | 184 | 1,40,030 |
| 8 | Goghat II | 190 | 1,60,585 |
| 9 | Haripal | 185 | 2,61,073 |
| 10 | Jangipara | 164 | 2,21,578 |
| 11 | Khanakul I | 175 | 2,54,434 |
| 12 | Khanakul II | 124 | 1,84,734 |
| 13 | Pandua | 284 | 3,16,197 |
| 14 | Polba Dadpur | 290 | 2,63,555 |
| 15 | Pursura | 102 | 1,73,437 |
| 16 | Serampur Uttarpara | 33 | 1,52,266 |
| 17 | Singur | 165 | 2,76,413 |
| 18 | Tarakeswar | 116 | 1,79,148 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Polba - Dadpur | Area not under any Sub-district |
| Smallest Tehsil | Serampur Uttarpara | Serampur Uttarpara |
Population of Hugli District
The population of Hugli 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 Hugli, 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 | 55,19,145 | 33,90,646 | 21,28,499 |
| Total Male Population | 28,14,653 | 17,22,945 | 10,91,708 |
| Total Female Population | 27,04,492 | 16,67,701 | 10,36,791 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,33,210 | 3,47,916 | 1,85,294 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,73,116 | 1,78,020 | 95,096 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,60,094 | 1,69,896 | 90,198 |
| Literate Population | 40,78,388 | 23,89,544 | 16,88,844 |
| Literate Male Population | 22,11,777 | 13,09,767 | 9,02,010 |
| Literate Female Population | 18,66,611 | 10,79,777 | 7,86,834 |
| Illiterate Population | 14,40,757 | 10,01,102 | 4,39,655 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 6,02,876 | 4,13,178 | 1,89,698 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 8,37,881 | 5,87,924 | 2,49,957 |
| Households | 12,87,423 | 7,81,480 | 5,05,943 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Hugli district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Hugli district is 55,19,145, including 28,14,653 males and 27,04,492 females. In rural areas, it is 33,90,646, including 17,22,945 males and 16,67,701 females. In urban areas, it is 21,28,499, including 10,91,708 males and 10,36,791 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Hugli district is 5,33,210, including 2,73,116 boys and 2,60,094 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,47,916, including 1,78,020 boys and 1,69,896 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,85,294, including 95,096 boys and 90,198 girls.
- Literate population in Hugli district is around 40,78,388, including 22,11,777 males and 18,66,611 females. In rural areas, it is 23,89,544, including 13,09,767 males and 10,79,777 females. In urban areas, it is 16,88,844, including 9,02,010 males and 7,86,834 females.
- Illiterate population in Hugli district is about 14,40,757, including 6,02,876 males and 8,37,881 females. In rural areas, it is 10,01,102, including 4,13,178 males and 5,87,924 females. In urban areas, it is 4,39,655, including 1,89,698 males and 2,49,957 females.
- There are about 12,87,423 households in Hugli district, including 7,81,480 in rural areas and 5,05,943 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Hugli. 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 | 13,44,021 | 10,53,739 | 2,90,282 |
| SC Male Population | 6,80,992 | 5,32,867 | 1,48,125 |
| SC Female Population | 6,63,029 | 5,20,872 | 1,42,157 |
| Total ST Population | 2,29,243 | 2,11,620 | 17,623 |
| ST Male Population | 1,13,249 | 1,04,347 | 8,902 |
| ST Female Population | 1,15,994 | 1,07,273 | 8,721 |
| Population Density | 1,753 / km² | 1,202 / km² | 6,469 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Hugli district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Hugli district is approximately 13,44,021, including 6,80,992 males and 6,63,029 females. In rural areas, it is 10,53,739, including 5,32,867 males and 5,20,872 females. In urban areas, it is 2,90,282, including 1,48,125 males and 1,42,157 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Hugli district is about 2,29,243, including 1,13,249 males and 1,15,994 females. In rural areas, it is 2,11,620, including 1,04,347 males and 1,07,273 females. In urban areas, it is 17,623, including 8,902 males and 8,721 females.
- Overall population density of Hugli district is around 1,753 people per km². Rural areas have about 1,202 people per km². Urban areas have about 6,469 people per km².