Madhubani, located in the state of Bihar, India, is a historically significant district and city. This article offers a comprehensive overview of Madhubani, including its population, demographic details, household data, administrative structure, and a detailed list of its subdivisions or sub-districts. Explore the key facts and figures that make Madhubani a vital part of Bihar.
Madhubani is one of the key districts in Bihar, covering an area of 3501 /km² with a total population of 4487379 as per the latest census. With a population density of 1282 /km² (people per squar km), Madhubani is home to 1040 villages, reflecting its rich cultural and demographic diversity.
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Madhubani District is approximately 4487379, with a division between rural and urban areas. The rural population stands at 4325884, while the urban population is 161495. The district has a population density of 1282 /km² (people per square kilometer).
| Rural | Urban | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 4325884 | 161495 | 4487379 |
| Male | 2244287 | 85026 | 2329313 |
| Female | 2081597 | 76469 | 2158066 |
Madhubani District is home to approximately 898515 households, with a large proportion located in rural areas. The district has an average household size of 4.99 people.
| Type | Households |
|---|---|
| Total | 898515 |
| Rural | 868524 |
| Urban | 29991 |
In Madhubani District, villages are categorized based on their population size. Here’s a breakdown of the number of villages within each population range:
| Total Population | Villages |
|---|---|
| less than 200 | 24 |
| 200-499 | 63 |
| 500-999 | 92 |
| 1000-1999 | 226 |
| 2000-4999 | 341 |
| 5000-9999 | 203 |
| 10000 and above | 91 |
Madhubani District is administratively divided into 21 Subdivisions or tehsils to streamline governance and ensure efficient management. Each tehsil is overseen by a Tehsildar, who manages revenue administration and maintains law and order within the subdivision.
| District | Area (km²) | Population (2011) | Density (/km²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andhratharhi | 145.32 | 191680 | 1319 |
| Babubarhi | 184.59 | 217331 | 1177 |
| Basopatti | 139.31 | 173499 | 1245 |
| Benipatti | 271.07 | 361400 | 1333 |
| Bisfi | 180.78 | 320704 | 1774 |
| Ghoghardiha | 168.46 | 193088 | 1146 |
| Harlakhi | 144.2 | 196251 | 1361 |
| Jainagar | 123.54 | 193700 | 1568 |
| Jhanjharpur | 152.24 | 205520 | 1350 |
| Kaluahi | 94.2 | 117282 | 1245 |
| Khajauli | 111.72 | 143583 | 1285 |
| Ladania | 184.46 | 175561 | 952 |
| Lakhnaur | 118.47 | 167841 | 1417 |
| Laukaha | 216.42 | 212127 | 980 |
| Laukahi | 260.25 | 208317 | 800 |
| Madhepur | 233.88 | 267606 | 1144 |
| Madhubani | 149.21 | 323592 | 2169 |
| Madhwapur | 107.58 | 134704 | 1252 |
| Pandaul | 175.23 | 270642 | 1544 |
| Phulparas | 162.32 | 166018 | 1023 |
| Rajnagar | 177.73 | 246933 | 1389 |
1. What is the total area of Madhubani District?
2. What is the total population of Madhubani District?
3. How is the population distributed between rural and urban areas in Madhubani?
4. What is the population density of Madhubani District?
5. How many households are there in Madhubani District?
6. What is the average household size in Madhubani District?
7. How many subdivisions (tehsils) are there in Madhubani District?