Uttar Dinajpur
Uttar Dinajpur is a district in the West Bengal State of India. The total area of Uttar Dinajpur district is 3,140 km², which includes 3,075.26 km² of rural area and 64.74 km² of urban area. There are about 1,475 villages in Uttar Dinajpur district.
For administrative convenience, Uttar Dinajpur 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 9 subdivisions in Uttar Dinajpur district. Here is the list of all Uttar Dinajpur Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Uttar Dinajpur District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chopra | 377 | 2,84,403 |
| 2 | Goalpokhar I | 359 | 3,26,120 |
| 3 | Goalpokhar II | 310 | 2,91,252 |
| 4 | Hemtabad | 193 | 1,42,056 |
| 5 | Islampur | 332 | 3,08,518 |
| 6 | Itahar | 370 | 3,03,678 |
| 7 | Kaliaganj | 292 | 2,24,142 |
| 8 | Karandighi | 370 | 3,68,332 |
| 9 | Raiganj | 488 | 4,30,221 |
Population of Uttar Dinajpur District
The population of Uttar Dinajpur 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 Uttar Dinajpur, 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 | 30,07,134 | 26,44,906 | 3,62,228 |
| Total Male Population | 15,51,066 | 13,62,469 | 1,88,597 |
| Total Female Population | 14,56,068 | 12,82,437 | 1,73,631 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,85,157 | 4,42,278 | 42,879 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,48,402 | 2,26,473 | 21,929 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,36,755 | 2,15,805 | 20,950 |
| Literate Population | 14,89,667 | 12,33,289 | 2,56,378 |
| Literate Male Population | 8,53,495 | 7,13,641 | 1,39,854 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,36,172 | 5,19,648 | 1,16,524 |
| Illiterate Population | 15,17,467 | 14,11,617 | 1,05,850 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 6,97,571 | 6,48,828 | 48,743 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 8,19,896 | 7,62,789 | 57,107 |
| Households | 6,05,674 | 5,32,383 | 73,291 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Uttar Dinajpur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Uttar Dinajpur district is 30,07,134, including 15,51,066 males and 14,56,068 females. In rural areas, it is 26,44,906, including 13,62,469 males and 12,82,437 females. In urban areas, it is 3,62,228, including 1,88,597 males and 1,73,631 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Uttar Dinajpur district is 4,85,157, including 2,48,402 boys and 2,36,755 girls. In rural areas, it is 4,42,278, including 2,26,473 boys and 2,15,805 girls. In urban areas, it is 42,879, including 21,929 boys and 20,950 girls.
- Literate population in Uttar Dinajpur district is around 14,89,667, including 8,53,495 males and 6,36,172 females. In rural areas, it is 12,33,289, including 7,13,641 males and 5,19,648 females. In urban areas, it is 2,56,378, including 1,39,854 males and 1,16,524 females.
- Illiterate population in Uttar Dinajpur district is about 15,17,467, including 6,97,571 males and 8,19,896 females. In rural areas, it is 14,11,617, including 6,48,828 males and 7,62,789 females. In urban areas, it is 1,05,850, including 48,743 males and 57,107 females.
- There are about 6,05,674 households in Uttar Dinajpur district, including 5,32,383 in rural areas and 73,291 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Uttar Dinajpur. 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 | 8,07,950 | 7,41,154 | 66,796 |
| SC Male Population | 4,18,288 | 3,83,329 | 34,959 |
| SC Female Population | 3,89,662 | 3,57,825 | 31,837 |
| Total ST Population | 1,62,816 | 1,58,377 | 4,439 |
| ST Male Population | 81,831 | 79,631 | 2,200 |
| ST Female Population | 80,985 | 78,746 | 2,239 |
| Population Density | 958 / km² | 860 / km² | 5,595 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Uttar Dinajpur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Uttar Dinajpur district is approximately 8,07,950, including 4,18,288 males and 3,89,662 females. In rural areas, it is 7,41,154, including 3,83,329 males and 3,57,825 females. In urban areas, it is 66,796, including 34,959 males and 31,837 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Uttar Dinajpur district is about 1,62,816, including 81,831 males and 80,985 females. In rural areas, it is 1,58,377, including 79,631 males and 78,746 females. In urban areas, it is 4,439, including 2,200 males and 2,239 females.
- Overall population density of Uttar Dinajpur district is around 958 people per km². Rural areas have about 860 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,595 people per km².