Nagaon
Nagaon is a district in the Assam State of India. The total area of Nagaon district is 3,973 km², which includes 3,892.42 km² of rural area and 80.58 km² of urban area. There are about 1,361 villages in Nagaon district.
For administrative convenience, Nagaon 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 10 subdivisions in Nagaon district. Here is the list of all Nagaon Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Nagaon District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dhing | 278 | 3,30,491 |
| 2 | Doboka | 310 | 3,03,767 |
| 3 | Hojai | 258 | 2,28,530 |
| 4 | Kaliabor | 567 | 1,97,470 |
| 5 | Kampur | 366 | 2,23,843 |
| 6 | Lanka | 854 | 3,98,921 |
| 7 | Nagaon | 362 | 4,06,840 |
| 8 | Raha | 332 | 1,75,125 |
| 9 | Rupahi | 296 | 2,28,206 |
| 10 | Samaguri | 349 | 3,30,575 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Lanka is the largest subdivision in nagaon district, covering an area of 854.42 km², while Hojai is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 258.21 km². Nagaon is the most populous, whereas Raha is the least populous subdivision in nagaon district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Lanka | Nagaon |
| Smallest Tehsil | Hojai | Hojai |
Population of Nagaon District
The population of Nagaon 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 Nagaon, 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 | 28,23,768 | 24,54,234 | 3,69,534 |
| Total Male Population | 14,39,112 | 12,50,985 | 1,88,127 |
| Total Female Population | 13,84,656 | 12,03,249 | 1,81,407 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,59,940 | 4,20,813 | 39,127 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,34,203 | 2,14,248 | 19,955 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,25,737 | 2,06,565 | 19,172 |
| Literate Population | 17,10,716 | 14,22,500 | 2,88,216 |
| Literate Male Population | 9,21,850 | 7,69,517 | 1,52,333 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,88,866 | 6,52,983 | 1,35,883 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,13,052 | 10,31,734 | 81,318 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,17,262 | 4,81,468 | 35,794 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,95,790 | 5,50,266 | 45,524 |
| Households | 5,59,340 | 4,80,399 | 78,941 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Nagaon district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Nagaon district is 28,23,768, including 14,39,112 males and 13,84,656 females. In rural areas, it is 24,54,234, including 12,50,985 males and 12,03,249 females. In urban areas, it is 3,69,534, including 1,88,127 males and 1,81,407 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Nagaon district is 4,59,940, including 2,34,203 boys and 2,25,737 girls. In rural areas, it is 4,20,813, including 2,14,248 boys and 2,06,565 girls. In urban areas, it is 39,127, including 19,955 boys and 19,172 girls.
- Literate population in Nagaon district is around 17,10,716, including 9,21,850 males and 7,88,866 females. In rural areas, it is 14,22,500, including 7,69,517 males and 6,52,983 females. In urban areas, it is 2,88,216, including 1,52,333 males and 1,35,883 females.
- Illiterate population in Nagaon district is about 11,13,052, including 5,17,262 males and 5,95,790 females. In rural areas, it is 10,31,734, including 4,81,468 males and 5,50,266 females. In urban areas, it is 81,318, including 35,794 males and 45,524 females.
- There are about 5,59,340 households in Nagaon district, including 4,80,399 in rural areas and 78,941 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Nagaon. 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 | 2,66,350 | 2,28,530 | 37,820 |
| SC Male Population | 1,36,473 | 1,17,173 | 19,300 |
| SC Female Population | 1,29,877 | 1,11,357 | 18,520 |
| Total ST Population | 1,15,153 | 1,09,549 | 5,604 |
| ST Male Population | 57,759 | 54,926 | 2,833 |
| ST Female Population | 57,394 | 54,623 | 2,771 |
| Population Density | 711 / km² | 631 / km² | 4,586 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Nagaon district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Nagaon district is approximately 2,66,350, including 1,36,473 males and 1,29,877 females. In rural areas, it is 2,28,530, including 1,17,173 males and 1,11,357 females. In urban areas, it is 37,820, including 19,300 males and 18,520 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Nagaon district is about 1,15,153, including 57,759 males and 57,394 females. In rural areas, it is 1,09,549, including 54,926 males and 54,623 females. In urban areas, it is 5,604, including 2,833 males and 2,771 females.
- Overall population density of Nagaon district is around 711 people per km². Rural areas have about 631 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,586 people per km².