Purba Bardhaman, located in the state of West Bengal, India, is a historically significant district and city. This article offers a comprehensive overview of Purba Bardhaman, 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 Purba Bardhaman a vital part of West Bengal.
Purba Bardhaman is one of the key districts in West Bengal, covering an area of 7024 /km² with a total population of 7717563 as per the latest census. With a population density of 1098.74 /km² (people per squar km), Purba Bardhaman is home to 2418 villages, reflecting its rich cultural and demographic diversity.
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purba Bardhaman District is approximately 7717563, with a division between rural and urban areas. The rural population stands at 4639264, while the urban population is 3078299. The district has a population density of 1098.74 /km² (people per square kilometer).
| Rural | Urban | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 4639264 | 3078299 | 7717563 |
| Male | 2373787 | 1593102 | 3966889 |
| Female | 2265477 | 1485197 | 3750674 |
Purba Bardhaman District is home to approximately 1730927 households, with a large proportion located in rural areas. The district has an average household size of 4.46 people.
| Type | Households |
|---|---|
| Total | 1730927 |
| Rural | 1071561 |
| Urban | 659366 |
In Purba Bardhaman 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 | 66 |
| 200-499 | 206 |
| 500-999 | 549 |
| 1000-1999 | 777 |
| 2000-4999 | 687 |
| 5000-9999 | 115 |
| 10000 and above | 18 |
Purba Bardhaman District is administratively divided into 23 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) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ausgram I | 220.87 | 119363 | 540.41 |
| Ausgram II | 358.13 | 150896 | 421.34 |
| Bhatar | 430.38 | 263064 | 611.24 |
| Burdwan I | 247.64 | 215943 | 872.01 |
| Burdwan II | 188.26 | 152939 | 812.39 |
| Galsi I | 263.57 | 187588 | 711.71 |
| Galsi II | 223.46 | 147177 | 658.64 |
| Jamalpur | 267.39 | 266338 | 996.08 |
| Kalna I | 177.07 | 206945 | 1168.69 |
| Kalna II | 181.51 | 167335 | 921.93 |
| Katwa I | 178.72 | 173087 | 968.47 |
| Katwa II | 154.78 | 136708 | 883.23 |
| Ketugram I | 202.75 | 165408 | 815.83 |
| Ketugram II | 165 | 118567 | 718.58 |
| Khandaghosh | 275.13 | 189336 | 688.17 |
| Mangolkote | 390.73 | 263240 | 673.71 |
| Manteswar | 321.3 | 237398 | 738.87 |
| Memari I | 186.43 | 218425 | 1171.65 |
| Memari II | 201.07 | 150252 | 747.27 |
| Purbasthali I | 154.99 | 206977 | 1335.45 |
| Purbasthali II | 203.98 | 212355 | 1041.07 |
| Raina I | 272.62 | 180952 | 663.74 |
| Raina II | 230.28 | 151401 | 657.48 |
1. What is the total area of Purba Bardhaman District?
2. What is the total population of Purba Bardhaman District?
3. How is the population distributed between rural and urban areas in Purba Bardhaman?
4. What is the population density of Purba Bardhaman District?
5. How many households are there in Purba Bardhaman District?
6. What is the average household size in Purba Bardhaman District?
7. How many subdivisions (tehsils) are there in Purba Bardhaman District?