Nicobars

Nicobars is a district in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands Union Territory of India. The total area of Nicobars district is 1,841 km². There are about 90 villages in Nicobars district.

For administrative convenience, Nicobars 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 3 tehsils in Nicobars district. Here is the list of all Nicobars Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.

List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Nicobars District

#Tehsil (CD Block)Area (km²)Population (2011)
1Car Nicobar14017,841
2Great Nicobar1,2068,367
3Nancowry49510,634

Largest & Smallest Tehsils

Great Nicobar is the largest tehsil in nicobars district, covering an area of 1205.88 km², while Car Nicobar is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 139.70 km². Car Nicobar is the most populous, whereas Great Nicobar is the least populous tehsil in nicobars district.

Particulars Area Population
Lartest Tehsil Great Nicobar Car Nicobar
Smallest Tehsil Car Nicobar Car Nicobar

Population of Nicobars District

The population of Nicobars 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 Nicobars, 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 36,842 36,842 N/A
Total Male Population 20,727 20,727 N/A
Total Female Population 16,115 16,115 N/A
Child Population (Age 0–6) 4,389 4,389 N/A
Male Child Population (Age 0–6) 2,256 2,256 N/A
Female Child Population (Age 0–6) 2,133 2,133 N/A
Literate Population 25,332 25,332 N/A
Literate Male Population 15,397 15,397 N/A
Literate Female Population 9,935 9,935 N/A
Illiterate Population 11,510 11,510 N/A
Illiterate Male Population 5,330 5,330 N/A
Illiterate Female Population 6,180 6,180 N/A
Households 9,288 9,288 N/A

Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Nicobars district based on Census 2011:

  • Total population of Nicobars district is 36,842, including 20,727 males and 16,115 females. In rural areas, it is 36,842, including 20,727 males and 16,115 females.
  • Child population (0–6 years) in Nicobars district is 4,389, including 2,256 boys and 2,133 girls. In rural areas, it is 4,389, including 2,256 boys and 2,133 girls.
  • Literate population in Nicobars district is around 25,332, including 15,397 males and 9,935 females. In rural areas, it is 25,332, including 15,397 males and 9,935 females.
  • Illiterate population in Nicobars district is about 11,510, including 5,330 males and 6,180 females. In rural areas, it is 11,510, including 5,330 males and 6,180 females.
  • There are about 9,288 households in Nicobars district.

Social Structure and Density

This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Nicobars. 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 N/A N/A N/A
SC Male Population N/A N/A N/A
SC Female Population N/A N/A N/A
Total ST Population 23,681 23,681 N/A
ST Male Population 12,198 12,198 N/A
ST Female Population 11,483 11,483 N/A
Population Density 20 / km² 20 / km² N/A

Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Nicobars district based on Census 2011:

  • Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Nicobars district is about 23,681, including 12,198 males and 11,483 females. In rural areas, it is 23,681, including 12,198 males and 11,483 females.
  • Overall population density of Nicobars district is around 20 people per km². Rural areas have about 20 people per km².