Kolkata

Kolkata is a district in the West Bengal State of India. The total area of Kolkata district is 185 km².

In most parts of India, districts are divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks) for administrative purposes. 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.

Population of Kolkata District

The population of Kolkata 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 Kolkata, 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 44,96,694 N/A 44,96,694
Total Male Population 23,56,766 N/A 23,56,766
Total Female Population 21,39,928 N/A 21,39,928
Child Population (Age 0–6) 3,39,323 N/A 3,39,323
Male Child Population (Age 0–6) 1,75,564 N/A 1,75,564
Female Child Population (Age 0–6) 1,63,759 N/A 1,63,759
Literate Population 35,88,137 N/A 35,88,137
Literate Male Population 19,26,915 N/A 19,26,915
Literate Female Population 16,61,222 N/A 16,61,222
Illiterate Population 9,08,557 N/A 9,08,557
Illiterate Male Population 4,29,851 N/A 4,29,851
Illiterate Female Population 4,78,706 N/A 4,78,706
Households 10,24,928 N/A 10,24,928

Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kolkata district based on Census 2011:

  • Total population of Kolkata district is 44,96,694, including 23,56,766 males and 21,39,928 females. In urban areas, it is 44,96,694, including 23,56,766 males and 21,39,928 females.
  • Child population (0–6 years) in Kolkata district is 3,39,323, including 1,75,564 boys and 1,63,759 girls. In urban areas, it is 3,39,323, including 1,75,564 boys and 1,63,759 girls.
  • Literate population in Kolkata district is around 35,88,137, including 19,26,915 males and 16,61,222 females. In urban areas, it is 35,88,137, including 19,26,915 males and 16,61,222 females.
  • Illiterate population in Kolkata district is about 9,08,557, including 4,29,851 males and 4,78,706 females. In urban areas, it is 9,08,557, including 4,29,851 males and 4,78,706 females.
  • There are about 10,24,928 households in Kolkata district.

Social Structure and Density

This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kolkata. 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 2,41,932 N/A 2,41,932
SC Male Population 1,28,053 N/A 1,28,053
SC Female Population 1,13,879 N/A 1,13,879
Total ST Population 10,684 N/A 10,684
ST Male Population 5,729 N/A 5,729
ST Female Population 4,955 N/A 4,955
Population Density 24,306 / km² N/A 24,306 / km²

Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kolkata district based on Census 2011:

  • Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kolkata district is approximately 2,41,932, including 1,28,053 males and 1,13,879 females. In urban areas, it is 2,41,932, including 1,28,053 males and 1,13,879 females.
  • Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kolkata district is about 10,684, including 5,729 males and 4,955 females. In urban areas, it is 10,684, including 5,729 males and 4,955 females.
  • Overall population density of Kolkata district is around 24,306 people per km². Urban areas have about 24,306 people per km².