West Godavari
West Godavari is a district in the Andhra Pradesh State of India. The total area of West Godavari district is 7,742 km², which includes 7,586.61 km² of rural area and 155.39 km² of urban area. There are about 842 villages in West Godavari district.
For administrative convenience, West Godavari 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 46 mandals in West Godavari district. Here is the list of all West Godavari Mandals / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Mandals in West Godavari District
| # | Mandal (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Achanta | 68 | 60,711 |
| 2 | Akividu | 120 | 73,889 |
| 3 | Attili | 85 | 68,881 |
| 4 | Bhimadole | 216 | 65,216 |
| 5 | Bhimavaram | 194 | 2,26,497 |
| 6 | Buttayagudem | 550 | 53,031 |
| 7 | Chagallu | 108 | 64,774 |
| 8 | Chintalapudi | 343 | 91,372 |
| 9 | Denduluru | 185 | 66,695 |
| 10 | Devarapalle | 218 | 77,971 |
| 11 | Dwarakatirumala | 247 | 68,989 |
| 12 | Eluru | 235 | 3,19,405 |
| 13 | Ganapavaram | 101 | 64,963 |
| 14 | Gopalapuram | 203 | 62,597 |
| 15 | Iragavaram | 80 | 65,831 |
| 16 | Jangareddigudem | 219 | 1,09,814 |
| 17 | Jeelugu Milli | 215 | 30,077 |
| 18 | Kalla | 158 | 68,118 |
| 19 | Kamavarapukota | 212 | 57,636 |
| 20 | Kovvur | 102 | 1,08,445 |
| 21 | Koyyalagudem | 181 | 75,694 |
| 22 | Lingapalem | 208 | 58,360 |
| 23 | Mogalthur | 140 | 72,255 |
| 24 | Nallajerla | 241 | 80,388 |
| 25 | Narasapuram | 158 | 1,38,741 |
| 26 | Nidadavole | 131 | 1,14,245 |
| 27 | Nidamarru | 116 | 47,623 |
| 28 | Palacoderu | 89 | 66,119 |
| 29 | Palacole | 86 | 1,29,717 |
| 30 | Pedapadu | 171 | 69,141 |
| 31 | Pedavegi | 260 | 88,834 |
| 32 | Pentapadu | 118 | 70,458 |
| 33 | Penugonda | 68 | 69,317 |
| 34 | Penumantra | 82 | 60,153 |
| 35 | Peravali | 79 | 70,194 |
| 36 | Poduru | 92 | 65,706 |
| 37 | Polavaram | 400 | 45,392 |
| 38 | T Narasapuram | 284 | 56,179 |
| 39 | Tadepalligudem | 217 | 1,92,162 |
| 40 | Tallapudi | 89 | 52,785 |
| 41 | Tanuku | 77 | 1,48,529 |
| 42 | Undi | 130 | 66,049 |
| 43 | Undrajavaram | 81 | 76,489 |
| 44 | Unguturu | 203 | 80,722 |
| 45 | Veeravasaram | 102 | 64,912 |
| 46 | Yelamanchili | 82 | 71,890 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Buttayagudem is the largest mandal in west godavari district, covering an area of 549.61 km², while Penugonda is the smallest mandal in the district, with an area of 67.72 km². Eluru is the most populous, whereas Jeelugu Milli is the least populous mandal in west godavari district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Buttayagudem | Eluru |
| Smallest Tehsil | Penugonda | Penugonda |
Population of West Godavari District
The population of West Godavari 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 West Godavari, 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 | 39,36,966 | 31,28,189 | 8,08,777 |
| Total Male Population | 19,64,918 | 15,67,013 | 3,97,905 |
| Total Female Population | 19,72,048 | 15,61,176 | 4,10,872 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,82,887 | 3,09,636 | 73,251 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,94,960 | 1,57,580 | 37,380 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,87,927 | 1,52,056 | 35,871 |
| Literate Population | 26,52,389 | 20,35,630 | 6,16,759 |
| Literate Male Population | 13,79,223 | 10,63,675 | 3,15,548 |
| Literate Female Population | 12,73,166 | 9,71,955 | 3,01,211 |
| Illiterate Population | 12,84,577 | 10,92,559 | 1,92,018 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,85,695 | 5,03,338 | 82,357 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 6,98,882 | 5,89,221 | 1,09,661 |
| Households | 10,91,525 | 8,77,207 | 2,14,318 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of West Godavari district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of West Godavari district is 39,36,966, including 19,64,918 males and 19,72,048 females. In rural areas, it is 31,28,189, including 15,67,013 males and 15,61,176 females. In urban areas, it is 8,08,777, including 3,97,905 males and 4,10,872 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in West Godavari district is 3,82,887, including 1,94,960 boys and 1,87,927 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,09,636, including 1,57,580 boys and 1,52,056 girls. In urban areas, it is 73,251, including 37,380 boys and 35,871 girls.
- Literate population in West Godavari district is around 26,52,389, including 13,79,223 males and 12,73,166 females. In rural areas, it is 20,35,630, including 10,63,675 males and 9,71,955 females. In urban areas, it is 6,16,759, including 3,15,548 males and 3,01,211 females.
- Illiterate population in West Godavari district is about 12,84,577, including 5,85,695 males and 6,98,882 females. In rural areas, it is 10,92,559, including 5,03,338 males and 5,89,221 females. In urban areas, it is 1,92,018, including 82,357 males and 1,09,661 females.
- There are about 10,91,525 households in West Godavari district, including 8,77,207 in rural areas and 2,14,318 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within West Godavari. 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 | 8,11,698 | 7,10,703 | 1,00,995 |
| SC Male Population | 4,03,693 | 3,55,154 | 48,539 |
| SC Female Population | 4,08,005 | 3,55,549 | 52,456 |
| Total ST Population | 1,09,072 | 99,659 | 9,413 |
| ST Male Population | 53,367 | 48,661 | 4,706 |
| ST Female Population | 55,705 | 50,998 | 4,707 |
| Population Density | 509 / km² | 412 / km² | 5,205 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of West Godavari district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in West Godavari district is approximately 8,11,698, including 4,03,693 males and 4,08,005 females. In rural areas, it is 7,10,703, including 3,55,154 males and 3,55,549 females. In urban areas, it is 1,00,995, including 48,539 males and 52,456 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in West Godavari district is about 1,09,072, including 53,367 males and 55,705 females. In rural areas, it is 99,659, including 48,661 males and 50,998 females. In urban areas, it is 9,413, including 4,706 males and 4,707 females.
- Overall population density of West Godavari district is around 509 people per km². Rural areas have about 412 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,205 people per km².