Murshidabad
Murshidabad is a district in the West Bengal State of India. The total area of Murshidabad district is 5,324 km², which includes 5,048.06 km² of rural area and 275.94 km² of urban area. There are about 1,886 villages in Murshidabad district.
For administrative convenience, Murshidabad 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 26 subdivisions in Murshidabad district. Here is the list of all Murshidabad Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Murshidabad District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beldanga I | 173 | 3,19,322 |
| 2 | Beldanga II | 190 | 2,50,458 |
| 3 | Berhampore | 278 | 4,46,887 |
| 4 | Bhagawangola I | 149 | 2,02,071 |
| 5 | Bhagawangola II | 168 | 1,58,024 |
| 6 | Bharatpur I | 177 | 1,72,702 |
| 7 | Bharatpur II | 155 | 1,76,368 |
| 8 | Burwan | 272 | 2,57,466 |
| 9 | Domkal | 311 | 3,63,976 |
| 10 | Farakka | 143 | 2,74,111 |
| 11 | Hariharpara | 253 | 2,57,571 |
| 12 | Jalangi | 226 | 2,52,477 |
| 13 | Kandi | 218 | 2,20,145 |
| 14 | Khargram | 298 | 2,73,332 |
| 15 | Lalgola | 208 | 3,35,831 |
| 16 | Murshidabad Jiaganj | 172 | 2,34,565 |
| 17 | Nabagram | 289 | 2,27,586 |
| 18 | Nawda | 228 | 2,26,859 |
| 19 | Raghunathganj I | 139 | 1,95,627 |
| 20 | Raghunathganj II | 114 | 2,65,336 |
| 21 | Raninagar I | 170 | 1,89,105 |
| 22 | Raninagar II | 199 | 1,90,885 |
| 23 | Sagardighi | 333 | 3,10,461 |
| 24 | Samserganj | 95 | 2,84,072 |
| 25 | Suti I | 140 | 1,79,908 |
| 26 | Suti II | 135 | 2,78,922 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Sagardighi | Area not under any Sub-district |
| Smallest Tehsil | Area not under any Sub-district | Area not under any Sub-district |
Population of Murshidabad District
The population of Murshidabad 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 Murshidabad, 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 | 71,03,807 | 57,03,115 | 14,00,692 |
| Total Male Population | 36,27,564 | 29,17,822 | 7,09,742 |
| Total Female Population | 34,76,243 | 27,85,293 | 6,90,950 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10,13,392 | 8,12,960 | 2,00,432 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,14,876 | 4,13,144 | 1,01,732 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,98,516 | 3,99,816 | 98,700 |
| Literate Population | 40,55,834 | 31,93,502 | 8,62,332 |
| Literate Male Population | 21,77,187 | 17,13,685 | 4,63,502 |
| Literate Female Population | 18,78,647 | 14,79,817 | 3,98,830 |
| Illiterate Population | 30,47,973 | 25,09,613 | 5,38,360 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 14,50,377 | 12,04,137 | 2,46,240 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 15,97,596 | 13,05,476 | 2,92,120 |
| Households | 15,70,759 | 12,86,200 | 2,84,559 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Murshidabad district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Murshidabad district is 71,03,807, including 36,27,564 males and 34,76,243 females. In rural areas, it is 57,03,115, including 29,17,822 males and 27,85,293 females. In urban areas, it is 14,00,692, including 7,09,742 males and 6,90,950 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Murshidabad district is 10,13,392, including 5,14,876 boys and 4,98,516 girls. In rural areas, it is 8,12,960, including 4,13,144 boys and 3,99,816 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,00,432, including 1,01,732 boys and 98,700 girls.
- Literate population in Murshidabad district is around 40,55,834, including 21,77,187 males and 18,78,647 females. In rural areas, it is 31,93,502, including 17,13,685 males and 14,79,817 females. In urban areas, it is 8,62,332, including 4,63,502 males and 3,98,830 females.
- Illiterate population in Murshidabad district is about 30,47,973, including 14,50,377 males and 15,97,596 females. In rural areas, it is 25,09,613, including 12,04,137 males and 13,05,476 females. In urban areas, it is 5,38,360, including 2,46,240 males and 2,92,120 females.
- There are about 15,70,759 households in Murshidabad district, including 12,86,200 in rural areas and 2,84,559 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Murshidabad. 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 | 8,97,534 | 7,27,721 | 1,69,813 |
| SC Male Population | 4,60,143 | 3,73,388 | 86,755 |
| SC Female Population | 4,37,391 | 3,54,333 | 83,058 |
| Total ST Population | 91,035 | 86,004 | 5,031 |
| ST Male Population | 46,163 | 43,527 | 2,636 |
| ST Female Population | 44,872 | 42,477 | 2,395 |
| Population Density | 1,334 / km² | 1,130 / km² | 5,076 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Murshidabad district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Murshidabad district is approximately 8,97,534, including 4,60,143 males and 4,37,391 females. In rural areas, it is 7,27,721, including 3,73,388 males and 3,54,333 females. In urban areas, it is 1,69,813, including 86,755 males and 83,058 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Murshidabad district is about 91,035, including 46,163 males and 44,872 females. In rural areas, it is 86,004, including 43,527 males and 42,477 females. In urban areas, it is 5,031, including 2,636 males and 2,395 females.
- Overall population density of Murshidabad district is around 1,334 people per km². Rural areas have about 1,130 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,076 people per km².