Krishna
Krishna is a district in the Andhra Pradesh State of India. The total area of Krishna district is 8,727 km², which includes 8,363.15 km² of rural area and 363.85 km² of urban area. There are about 934 villages in Krishna district.
For administrative convenience, Krishna 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 50 mandals in Krishna district. Here is the list of all Krishna Mandals / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Mandals in Krishna District
| # | Mandal (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Konduru | 199 | 48,463 |
| 2 | Agiripalle | 217 | 62,098 |
| 3 | Avanigadda | 75 | 40,986 |
| 4 | Bantumilli | 127 | 46,370 |
| 5 | Bapulapadu | 222 | 84,922 |
| 6 | Challapalle | 93 | 53,540 |
| 7 | Chandarlapadu | 239 | 59,943 |
| 8 | Chatrai | 234 | 53,493 |
| 9 | G Konduru | 241 | 57,693 |
| 10 | Gampalagudem | 220 | 71,544 |
| 11 | Gannavaram | 203 | 87,027 |
| 12 | Ghantasala | 118 | 40,098 |
| 13 | Gudivada | 117 | 1,61,453 |
| 14 | Gudlavalleru | 125 | 51,753 |
| 15 | Guduru | 127 | 49,228 |
| 16 | Ibrahimpatnam | 155 | 1,03,559 |
| 17 | Jaggayyapeta | 271 | 1,26,275 |
| 18 | Kaikalur | 162 | 77,654 |
| 19 | Kalidindi | 177 | 70,729 |
| 20 | Kanchikacherla | 189 | 71,075 |
| 21 | Kankipadu | 113 | 69,562 |
| 22 | Koduru | 216 | 45,281 |
| 23 | Kruthivennu | 185 | 48,892 |
| 24 | Machilipatnam | 405 | 2,38,962 |
| 25 | Mandavalli | 176 | 48,627 |
| 26 | Mopidevi | 85 | 35,967 |
| 27 | Movva | 142 | 52,974 |
| 28 | Mudinepalle | 175 | 64,377 |
| 29 | Musunuru | 211 | 57,197 |
| 30 | Mylavaram | 197 | 66,947 |
| 31 | Nagayalanka | 418 | 47,899 |
| 32 | Nandigama | 183 | 92,291 |
| 33 | Nandivada | 152 | 36,924 |
| 34 | Nuzvid | 280 | 1,29,553 |
| 35 | Pamarru | 121 | 54,634 |
| 36 | Pamidimukkala | 119 | 53,913 |
| 37 | Pedana | 141 | 65,657 |
| 38 | Pedaparupudi | 91 | 31,348 |
| 39 | Penamaluru | 80 | 1,68,022 |
| 40 | Penuganchiprolu | 164 | 51,811 |
| 41 | Reddigudem | 175 | 46,226 |
| 42 | Thotlavalluru | 107 | 38,641 |
| 43 | Tiruvuru | 194 | 76,731 |
| 44 | Unguturu | 147 | 54,323 |
| 45 | Vatsavai | 193 | 61,749 |
| 46 | Veerullapadu | 207 | 49,089 |
| 47 | Vijayawada Rural | 187 | 1,53,591 |
| 48 | Vijayawada Urban | 60 | 10,21,806 |
| 49 | Vissannapet | 206 | 59,798 |
| 50 | Vuyyuru | 85 | 76,703 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Nagayalanka is the largest mandal in krishna district, covering an area of 417.55 km², while Vijayawada (Urban) is the smallest mandal in the district, with an area of 59.69 km². Vijayawada (Urban) is the most populous, whereas Pedaparupudi is the least populous mandal in krishna district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Nagayalanka | Vijayawada (Urban) |
| Smallest Tehsil | Vijayawada (Urban) | Vijayawada (Urban) |
Population of Krishna District
The population of Krishna 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 Krishna, 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 | 45,17,398 | 26,73,738 | 18,43,660 |
| Total Male Population | 22,67,375 | 13,43,534 | 9,23,841 |
| Total Female Population | 22,50,023 | 13,30,204 | 9,19,819 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,35,884 | 2,58,921 | 1,76,963 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,25,220 | 1,33,905 | 91,315 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,10,664 | 1,25,016 | 85,648 |
| Literate Population | 30,09,718 | 16,57,592 | 13,52,126 |
| Literate Male Population | 15,98,959 | 8,91,610 | 7,07,349 |
| Literate Female Population | 14,10,759 | 7,65,982 | 6,44,777 |
| Illiterate Population | 15,07,680 | 10,16,146 | 4,91,534 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 6,68,416 | 4,51,924 | 2,16,492 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 8,39,264 | 5,64,222 | 2,75,042 |
| Households | 12,43,293 | 7,53,922 | 4,89,371 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Krishna district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Krishna district is 45,17,398, including 22,67,375 males and 22,50,023 females. In rural areas, it is 26,73,738, including 13,43,534 males and 13,30,204 females. In urban areas, it is 18,43,660, including 9,23,841 males and 9,19,819 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Krishna district is 4,35,884, including 2,25,220 boys and 2,10,664 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,58,921, including 1,33,905 boys and 1,25,016 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,76,963, including 91,315 boys and 85,648 girls.
- Literate population in Krishna district is around 30,09,718, including 15,98,959 males and 14,10,759 females. In rural areas, it is 16,57,592, including 8,91,610 males and 7,65,982 females. In urban areas, it is 13,52,126, including 7,07,349 males and 6,44,777 females.
- Illiterate population in Krishna district is about 15,07,680, including 6,68,416 males and 8,39,264 females. In rural areas, it is 10,16,146, including 4,51,924 males and 5,64,222 females. In urban areas, it is 4,91,534, including 2,16,492 males and 2,75,042 females.
- There are about 12,43,293 households in Krishna district, including 7,53,922 in rural areas and 4,89,371 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Krishna. 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 | 8,71,063 | 6,65,621 | 2,05,442 |
| SC Male Population | 4,35,412 | 3,33,803 | 1,01,609 |
| SC Female Population | 4,35,651 | 3,31,818 | 1,03,833 |
| Total ST Population | 1,32,464 | 93,915 | 38,549 |
| ST Male Population | 66,734 | 47,291 | 19,443 |
| ST Female Population | 65,730 | 46,624 | 19,106 |
| Population Density | 518 / km² | 320 / km² | 5,067 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Krishna district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Krishna district is approximately 8,71,063, including 4,35,412 males and 4,35,651 females. In rural areas, it is 6,65,621, including 3,33,803 males and 3,31,818 females. In urban areas, it is 2,05,442, including 1,01,609 males and 1,03,833 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Krishna district is about 1,32,464, including 66,734 males and 65,730 females. In rural areas, it is 93,915, including 47,291 males and 46,624 females. In urban areas, it is 38,549, including 19,443 males and 19,106 females.
- Overall population density of Krishna district is around 518 people per km². Rural areas have about 320 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,067 people per km².