Gajuwaka
Gajuwaka is a Town and Mandal in Visakhapatnam District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal 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 Gajuwaka Block (CD) is 04869. The total area of Gajuwaka Mandal is 139 km². Gajuwaka has a sex ratio of approximately 962 females per 1,000 males.
Population of Gajuwaka Mandal
The population profile of Gajuwaka Mandal 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 Gajuwaka Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,50,423 | N/A | 2,50,423 |
| Male Population | 1,27,577 | N/A | 1,27,577 |
| Female Population | 1,22,846 | N/A | 1,22,846 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 24,998 | N/A | 24,998 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 12,913 | N/A | 12,913 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 12,085 | N/A | 12,085 |
| Literate Population | 1,84,847 | N/A | 1,84,847 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,00,508 | N/A | 1,00,508 |
| Literate Female Population | 84,339 | N/A | 84,339 |
| Illiterate Population | 65,576 | N/A | 65,576 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 27,069 | N/A | 27,069 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 38,507 | N/A | 38,507 |
| Total Households | 63,788 | N/A | 63,788 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 2,50,423 people. Includes nearly 1,27,577 males and 1,22,846 females. Urban population is nearly 2,50,423 people.
- There are around 24,998 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 12,913 boys and 12,085 girls.
- Literate population is about 1,84,847 people. Non-literate population is around 65,576 people.
- There are nearly 63,788 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Gajuwaka Mandal, 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 | 16,325 | N/A | 16,325 |
| SC Male Population | 8,287 | N/A | 8,287 |
| SC Female Population | 8,038 | N/A | 8,038 |
| Total ST Population | 4,098 | N/A | 4,098 |
| ST Male Population | 2,137 | N/A | 2,137 |
| ST Female Population | 1,961 | N/A | 1,961 |
| Population Density | 1,803 / km² | N/A | 1,803 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Gajuwaka Mandal is approximately 16,325 people, including 8,287 males and 8,038 females. Nearly 16,325 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Gajuwaka Mandal is about 4,098 people, including 2,137 males and 1,961 females. Nearly 4,098 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 1,803 people per square kilometre, urban areas record nearly 1,803 people per sq. km.