Uttarakhand, in northern India, is famed for its Himalayan pilgrimage sites, scenic beauty, and spiritual significance. Spanning 53,483 km², it has 16,826 villages and a population of 10,086,292 (2011 Census). Dehradun, the capital, is under the Uttarakhand High Court in Nainital. Formed on November 9, 2000, its 13 districts promote tourism and agriculture.
In Uttarakhand, villages are categorized based on their population. Here’s a breakdown of the number of villages within each population range:
| District Name in English | District Name | Area (km²) | Population (2011) | Density (/km²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almora | अल्मोड़ा | 3,139 | 6,22,506 | 198 |
| Bageshwar | बागेश्वर | |||
| Chamoli | चमोली | |||
| Champawat | चंपावत | |||
| Dehradun | देहरादून | |||
| Haridwar | हरिद्वार | |||
| Nainital | नैनीताल | |||
| Pauri Garhwal | पौड़ी गढ़वाल | |||
| Pithoragarh | पिथौरागढ़ | |||
| Rudraprayag | रुद्रप्रयाग | |||
| Tehri Garhwal | टिहरी गढ़वाल | |||
| Udham Singh Nagar | उधम सिंह नगर | |||
| Uttarkashi | उत्तरकाशी |
As per the 2011 Census, Uttarakhand has a total population of 10086292 people, with 3049338 residing in urban areas and 7036954 in rural regions. The population density of Uttarakhand is approximately 189/ km² (people per square kilometer), reflecting its high concentration of inhabitants across both urban and rural landscapes.
| Particulars | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7036954 | 3049338 | 10086292 |
| Male Population | 3519042 | 1618731 | 5137773 |
| Female Population | 3517912 | 1430607 | 4948519 |
As of the latest data, the population density of Uttarakhand is approximately 189/ km² (people per square kilometer). The breakdown is as follows:
| Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 134 | 3381 | 189/ km² |
As per the 2011 Census, Uttarakhand has a total of 20,56,975 households, with 14,25,086 in rural areas and 6,31,889 in urban regions.
| Particulars | Households |
|---|---|
| Rural Households | 14,25,086 |
| Urban Households | 6,31,889 |
| Total Households | 20,56,975 |
| State Overview | |
|---|---|
| State/UT Name | Uttarakhand - (उत्तराखंड) |
| Capital | Dehradun |
| Established | 9-Nov-2000 |
| Total Area | 53,483 km² |
| Total Villages | 17033 |
| Sex Ratio (2011) | 963 |
| Population Density | 189/ km² |
| Total Population (2011) | 1,00,86,292 |
| High Court | Uttarakhand High Court |
| Total Population | Villages in Uttarakhand |
|---|---|
| less than 200 | 7823 |
| 200-499 | 4684 |
| 500-999 | 1826 |
| 1000-1999 | 824 |
| 2000-4999 | 471 |
| 5000-9999 | 96 |
| 10000 and above | 21 |
All survey data of Uttarakhand villages are based on the Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, 2015 (censusindia.gov.in). Open Government Data Platform India. Published under National Data Sharing and Accessibility Policy (NDSAP).