Mayabunder
Mayabunder is a Town and Tehsil in North & Middle Andaman District of Andaman & Nicobar Islands. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Mayabunder Block (CD) is 05920. The total area of Mayabunder Tehsil is 857 km². Mayabunder has a sex ratio of approximately 934 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Mayabunder Tehsil
Mayabunder Tehsil has a total of 48 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Mayabunder Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Asha Nagar | Mayabunder | Port Blair (250 km) |
| 2 | Aves Island | N/A | Port Blair (250 km) |
| 3 | Bajato | Mayabunder | Port Blair (200 km) |
| 4 | Bamboo Nallaha | N/A | Port Blair (220 km) |
| 5 | Basantipur | Basantipur | Port Blair (212 km) |
| 6 | Birsa Nagar | Mayabunder | Port Blair (235 km) |
| 7 | Buddha Nallaha | Mayabunder | Port Blair (238 km) |
| 8 | Chainpur | Chainpur | Port Blair (242 km) |
| 9 | Chappa Nali | Mayabunder | Port Blair (268 km) |
| 10 | Chuglum Gum | Mayabunder | Port Blair (233 km) |
| 11 | Danpur | Pokadera | Port Blair (236 km) |
| 12 | Devpur | Rampur | Port Blair (232 km) |
| 13 | Dukennagar | Swadeshnagar | Port Blair (202 km) |
| 14 | Ganesh Nagar I Ii | N/A | Port Blair (197 km) |
| 15 | Ganeshpur | Mayabunder | Port Blair (255 km) |
| 16 | Gora Tikry | Mayabunder | Port Blair (250 km) |
| 17 | Govindpur | Basantipur | Port Blair (209 km) |
| 18 | Hanspuri | Chainpur | Port Blair (254 km) |
| 19 | Harinagar | Harinagar | Port Blair (203 km) |
| 20 | Interview Island | Mayabunder | Port Blair (280 km) |
| 21 | Jaipur | Harinagar | Port Blair (205 km) |
| 22 | Kamalapur | Harinagar | Port Blair (198 km) |
| 23 | Kanchi Nallaha | Mayabunder | Port Blair (234 km) |
| 24 | Karanch Khari | Mayabunder | Port Blair (266 km) |
| 25 | Karmatang | Rampur | Port Blair (244 km) |
| 26 | Karmatang Ix | Rampur | Port Blair (250 km) |
| 27 | Karmatang X | N/A | Port Blair (252 km) |
| 28 | Khukari Tabla | Mayabunder | Port Blair (272 km) |
| 29 | Lataw | Rampur | Port Blair (233 km) |
| 30 | Lauki Nallaha | Mayabunder | Port Blair (199 km) |
| 31 | Lucknow | Rampur | Port Blair (234 km) |
| 32 | Luis In Let Bay | Mayabunder | Port Blair (260 km) |
| 33 | Mayabunder | Mayabunder | Port Blair (240 km) |
| 34 | Pahalgaon | Pahalgaon | Port Blair (228 km) |
| 35 | Paiket Bay | Mayabunder | Port Blair (252 km) |
| 36 | Paresh Nagar | Basantipur | Port Blair (205 km) |
| 37 | Pather Tikry | Mayabunder | Port Blair (230 km) |
| 38 | Pinakinagar | Harinagar | Port Blair (202 km) |
| 39 | Pokadera | Pokadera | Port Blair (238 km) |
| 40 | Profullya Nagar | Basantipur | Port Blair (210 km) |
| 41 | Pudumadurai | Chainpur | Port Blair (238 km) |
| 42 | Rampur | Rampur | Port Blair (238 km) |
| 43 | Santipur | Swadeshnagar | Port Blair (200 km) |
| 44 | Shippi Tikry | N/A | Port Blair (250 km) |
| 45 | Sundari Khari | Mayabunder | Port Blair (240 km) |
| 46 | Swadesh Nagar | Swadeshnagar | Port Blair (200 km) |
| 47 | Tugapur | Pahalgaon | Port Blair (230 km) |
| 48 | Webi | Rampur | Port Blair (231 km) |
Population of Mayabunder Tehsil
The population profile of Mayabunder Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Mayabunder Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,788 | 25,788 | N/A |
| Male Population | 13,329 | 13,329 | N/A |
| Female Population | 12,459 | 12,459 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,988 | 2,988 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,515 | 1,515 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,473 | 1,473 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 19,610 | 19,610 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 10,611 | 10,611 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 8,999 | 8,999 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 6,178 | 6,178 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,718 | 2,718 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,460 | 3,460 | N/A |
| Total Households | 6,316 | 6,316 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 25,788 people. Includes nearly 13,329 males and 12,459 females. Rural population is about 25,788 people.
- There are around 2,988 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 1,515 boys and 1,473 girls.
- Literate population is about 19,610 people. Non-literate population is around 6,178 people.
- There are nearly 6,316 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Mayabunder Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| 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 | 189 | 189 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 105 | 105 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 84 | 84 | N/A |
| Population Density | 30 / km² | 30 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Mayabunder Tehsil is about 189 people, including 105 males and 84 females. Around 189 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 30 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 30 people per sq. km.