South Andaman
South Andaman is a district in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands Union Territory of India. The total area of South Andaman district is 2,672 km², which includes 2,640.03 km² of rural area and 31.97 km² of urban area. There are about 108 villages in South Andaman district.
For administrative convenience, South 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 South Andaman district. Here is the list of all South Andaman Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in South Andaman District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ferrargunj | 1,344 | 53,565 |
| 2 | Little Andaman | 780 | 18,823 |
| 3 | Port Blair | 548 | 1,65,754 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Ferrargunj is the largest tehsil in south andaman district, covering an area of 1343.70 km², while Port Blair is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 548.41 km². Port Blair is the most populous, whereas Little Andaman is the least populous tehsil in south andaman district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Ferrargunj | Port Blair |
| Smallest Tehsil | Port Blair | Port Blair |
Population of South Andaman District
The population of South 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 South 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 | 2,38,142 | 97,395 | 1,40,747 |
| Total Male Population | 1,27,283 | 52,103 | 75,180 |
| Total Female Population | 1,10,859 | 45,292 | 65,567 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 24,661 | 10,447 | 14,214 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 12,523 | 5,241 | 7,282 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 12,138 | 5,206 | 6,932 |
| Literate Population | 1,90,266 | 76,072 | 1,14,194 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,05,794 | 42,507 | 63,287 |
| Literate Female Population | 84,472 | 33,565 | 50,907 |
| Illiterate Population | 47,876 | 21,323 | 26,553 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 21,489 | 9,596 | 11,893 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 26,387 | 11,727 | 14,660 |
| Households | 59,064 | 23,767 | 35,297 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of South Andaman district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of South Andaman district is 2,38,142, including 1,27,283 males and 1,10,859 females. In rural areas, it is 97,395, including 52,103 males and 45,292 females. In urban areas, it is 1,40,747, including 75,180 males and 65,567 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in South Andaman district is 24,661, including 12,523 boys and 12,138 girls. In rural areas, it is 10,447, including 5,241 boys and 5,206 girls. In urban areas, it is 14,214, including 7,282 boys and 6,932 girls.
- Literate population in South Andaman district is around 1,90,266, including 1,05,794 males and 84,472 females. In rural areas, it is 76,072, including 42,507 males and 33,565 females. In urban areas, it is 1,14,194, including 63,287 males and 50,907 females.
- Illiterate population in South Andaman district is about 47,876, including 21,489 males and 26,387 females. In rural areas, it is 21,323, including 9,596 males and 11,727 females. In urban areas, it is 26,553, including 11,893 males and 14,660 females.
- There are about 59,064 households in South Andaman district, including 23,767 in rural areas and 35,297 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within South 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 | 4,091 | 2,286 | 1,805 |
| ST Male Population | 2,118 | 1,229 | 889 |
| ST Female Population | 1,973 | 1,057 | 916 |
| Population Density | 89 / km² | 37 / km² | 4,402 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of South Andaman district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in South Andaman district is about 4,091, including 2,118 males and 1,973 females. In rural areas, it is 2,286, including 1,229 males and 1,057 females. In urban areas, it is 1,805, including 889 males and 916 females.
- Overall population density of South Andaman district is around 89 people per km². Rural areas have about 37 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,402 people per km².