Nalanda
Nalanda is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Nalanda district is 2,355 km², which includes 2,242.09 km² of rural area and 112.91 km² of urban area. There are about 1,003 villages in Nalanda district.
For administrative convenience, Nalanda 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 20 subdivisions in Nalanda district. Here is the list of all Nalanda Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Nalanda District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Asthawan | 134 | 1,63,938 |
| 2 | Ben | 90 | 87,387 |
| 3 | Bihar | 171 | 4,94,489 |
| 4 | Bind | 73 | 61,984 |
| 5 | Chandi | 123 | 1,52,156 |
| 6 | Ekangarsarai | 134 | 1,71,214 |
| 7 | Giriak | 80 | 96,845 |
| 8 | Harnaut | 181 | 1,76,140 |
| 9 | Hilsa | 140 | 1,97,309 |
| 10 | Islampur | 222 | 2,32,337 |
| 11 | Karai Parsurai | 77 | 73,951 |
| 12 | Katrisarai | 43 | 41,821 |
| 13 | Nagar Nausa | 83 | 94,467 |
| 14 | Noorsarai | 128 | 1,72,351 |
| 15 | Parbalpur | 63 | 70,316 |
| 16 | Rahui | 126 | 1,44,040 |
| 17 | Rajgir | 195 | 1,30,183 |
| 18 | Sarmera | 136 | 97,083 |
| 19 | Silao | 108 | 1,51,249 |
| 20 | Tharthari | 47 | 68,393 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Islampur is the largest subdivision in nalanda district by area, while Bihar is the largest by population. Katrisarai is the smallest subdivision in nalanda district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Islampur | Bihar |
| Smallest Tehsil | Katrisarai | Katrisarai |
Population of Nalanda District
The population of Nalanda 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 Nalanda, 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 | 28,77,653 | 24,19,759 | 4,57,894 |
| Total Male Population | 14,97,060 | 12,57,728 | 2,39,332 |
| Total Female Population | 13,80,593 | 11,62,031 | 2,18,562 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,18,681 | 4,46,213 | 72,468 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,68,660 | 2,31,006 | 37,654 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,50,021 | 2,15,207 | 34,814 |
| Literate Population | 15,19,933 | 12,32,191 | 2,87,742 |
| Literate Male Population | 9,19,558 | 7,56,523 | 1,63,035 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,00,375 | 4,75,668 | 1,24,707 |
| Illiterate Population | 13,57,720 | 11,87,568 | 1,70,152 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,77,502 | 5,01,205 | 76,297 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,80,218 | 6,86,363 | 93,855 |
| Households | 4,77,529 | 4,01,779 | 75,750 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Nalanda district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Nalanda district is 28,77,653, including 14,97,060 males and 13,80,593 females. In rural areas, it is 24,19,759, including 12,57,728 males and 11,62,031 females. In urban areas, it is 4,57,894, including 2,39,332 males and 2,18,562 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Nalanda district is 5,18,681, including 2,68,660 boys and 2,50,021 girls. In rural areas, it is 4,46,213, including 2,31,006 boys and 2,15,207 girls. In urban areas, it is 72,468, including 37,654 boys and 34,814 girls.
- Literate population in Nalanda district is around 15,19,933, including 9,19,558 males and 6,00,375 females. In rural areas, it is 12,32,191, including 7,56,523 males and 4,75,668 females. In urban areas, it is 2,87,742, including 1,63,035 males and 1,24,707 females.
- Illiterate population in Nalanda district is about 13,57,720, including 5,77,502 males and 7,80,218 females. In rural areas, it is 11,87,568, including 5,01,205 males and 6,86,363 females. In urban areas, it is 1,70,152, including 76,297 males and 93,855 females.
- There are about 4,77,529 households in Nalanda district, including 4,01,779 in rural areas and 75,750 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Nalanda. 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 | 6,07,672 | 5,55,144 | 52,528 |
| SC Male Population | 3,15,240 | 2,88,063 | 27,177 |
| SC Female Population | 2,92,432 | 2,67,081 | 25,351 |
| Total ST Population | 1,442 | 1,224 | 218 |
| ST Male Population | 728 | 630 | 98 |
| ST Female Population | 714 | 594 | 120 |
| Population Density | 1,222 / km² | 1,079 / km² | 4,055 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Nalanda district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Nalanda district is approximately 6,07,672, including 3,15,240 males and 2,92,432 females. In rural areas, it is 5,55,144, including 2,88,063 males and 2,67,081 females. In urban areas, it is 52,528, including 27,177 males and 25,351 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Nalanda district is about 1,442, including 728 males and 714 females. In rural areas, it is 1,224, including 630 males and 594 females. In urban areas, it is 218, including 98 males and 120 females.
- Overall population density of Nalanda district is around 1,222 people per km². Rural areas have about 1,079 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,055 people per km².