North & Middle Andaman
North & Middle Andaman is a district in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands Union Territory of India. The total area of North & Middle Andaman district is 3,736 km², which includes 3,730.05 km² of rural area and 5.95 km² of urban area. There are about 198 villages in North & Middle Andaman district.
For administrative convenience, North & Middle Andaman 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 North & Middle Andaman district. Here is the list of all North & Middle Andaman Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in North & Middle Andaman District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Diglipur | 1,523 | 43,183 |
| 2 | Mayabunder | 857 | 25,788 |
| 3 | Rangat | 1,355 | 36,626 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Diglipur is the largest tehsil in north & middle andaman district by both area and population. Mayabunder is the smallest tehsil in north & middle andaman district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Diglipur | Diglipur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Mayabunder | Mayabunder |
Population of North & Middle Andaman District
The population of North & Middle Andaman 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 North & Middle Andaman, 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 | 1,05,597 | 1,02,856 | 2,741 |
| Total Male Population | 54,861 | 53,457 | 1,404 |
| Total Female Population | 50,736 | 49,399 | 1,337 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 11,828 | 11,579 | 249 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,991 | 5,873 | 118 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,837 | 5,706 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 78,683 | 76,621 | 2,062 |
| Literate Male Population | 43,186 | 42,056 | 1,130 |
| Literate Female Population | 35,497 | 34,565 | 932 |
| Illiterate Population | 26,914 | 26,235 | 679 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 11,675 | 11,401 | 274 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 15,239 | 14,834 | 405 |
| Households | 26,199 | 25,475 | 724 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of North & Middle Andaman district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of North & Middle Andaman district is 1,05,597, including 54,861 males and 50,736 females. In rural areas, it is 1,02,856, including 53,457 males and 49,399 females. In urban areas, it is 2,741, including 1,404 males and 1,337 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in North & Middle Andaman district is 11,828, including 5,991 boys and 5,837 girls. In rural areas, it is 11,579, including 5,873 boys and 5,706 girls. In urban areas, it is 249, including 118 boys and 131 girls.
- Literate population in North & Middle Andaman district is around 78,683, including 43,186 males and 35,497 females. In rural areas, it is 76,621, including 42,056 males and 34,565 females. In urban areas, it is 2,062, including 1,130 males and 932 females.
- Illiterate population in North & Middle Andaman district is about 26,914, including 11,675 males and 15,239 females. In rural areas, it is 26,235, including 11,401 males and 14,834 females. In urban areas, it is 679, including 274 males and 405 females.
- There are about 26,199 households in North & Middle Andaman district, including 25,475 in rural areas and 724 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within North & Middle Andaman. 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 | 758 | 748 | 10 |
| ST Male Population | 415 | 410 | 5 |
| ST Female Population | 343 | 338 | 5 |
| Population Density | 28 / km² | 28 / km² | 461 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of North & Middle Andaman district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in North & Middle Andaman district is about 758, including 415 males and 343 females. In rural areas, it is 748, including 410 males and 338 females. In urban areas, it is 10, including 5 males and 5 females.
- Overall population density of North & Middle Andaman district is around 28 people per km². Rural areas have about 28 people per km². Urban areas have about 461 people per km².