Nawada
Nawada is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Nawada district is 2,494 km², which includes 2,447.66 km² of rural area and 46.34 km² of urban area. There are about 955 villages in Nawada district.
For administrative convenience, Nawada 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 14 subdivisions in Nawada district. Here is the list of all Nawada Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Nawada District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akbarpur | 194 | 2,37,292 |
| 2 | Gobindpur | 150 | 95,454 |
| 3 | Hisua | 125 | 1,41,074 |
| 4 | Kashi Chak | 85 | 71,886 |
| 5 | Kawakol | 301 | 1,43,439 |
| 6 | Meskaur | 122 | 94,358 |
| 7 | Nardiganj | 110 | 1,24,716 |
| 8 | Narhat | 86 | 1,12,042 |
| 9 | Nawada | 175 | 3,21,491 |
| 10 | Pakribarawan | 204 | 1,83,066 |
| 11 | Rajauli | 369 | 1,66,226 |
| 12 | Roh | 161 | 1,62,507 |
| 13 | Sirdala | 258 | 1,78,472 |
| 14 | Warisaliganj | 154 | 1,87,123 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Rajauli is the largest subdivision in nawada district by area, while Nawada is the largest by population. Kashi Chak is the smallest subdivision in nawada district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Rajauli | Nawada |
| Smallest Tehsil | Kashi Chak | Kashi Chak |
Population of Nawada District
The population of Nawada 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 Nawada, 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 | 22,19,146 | 20,03,567 | 2,15,579 |
| Total Male Population | 11,44,668 | 10,31,656 | 1,13,012 |
| Total Female Population | 10,74,478 | 9,71,911 | 1,02,567 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,93,547 | 3,60,402 | 33,145 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,02,310 | 1,85,097 | 17,213 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,91,237 | 1,75,305 | 15,932 |
| Literate Population | 10,91,012 | 9,54,092 | 1,36,920 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,59,474 | 5,82,080 | 77,394 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,31,538 | 3,72,012 | 59,526 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,28,134 | 10,49,475 | 78,659 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,85,194 | 4,49,576 | 35,618 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 6,42,940 | 5,99,899 | 43,041 |
| Households | 3,38,247 | 3,04,903 | 33,344 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Nawada district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Nawada district is 22,19,146, including 11,44,668 males and 10,74,478 females. In rural areas, it is 20,03,567, including 10,31,656 males and 9,71,911 females. In urban areas, it is 2,15,579, including 1,13,012 males and 1,02,567 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Nawada district is 3,93,547, including 2,02,310 boys and 1,91,237 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,60,402, including 1,85,097 boys and 1,75,305 girls. In urban areas, it is 33,145, including 17,213 boys and 15,932 girls.
- Literate population in Nawada district is around 10,91,012, including 6,59,474 males and 4,31,538 females. In rural areas, it is 9,54,092, including 5,82,080 males and 3,72,012 females. In urban areas, it is 1,36,920, including 77,394 males and 59,526 females.
- Illiterate population in Nawada district is about 11,28,134, including 4,85,194 males and 6,42,940 females. In rural areas, it is 10,49,475, including 4,49,576 males and 5,99,899 females. In urban areas, it is 78,659, including 35,618 males and 43,041 females.
- There are about 3,38,247 households in Nawada district, including 3,04,903 in rural areas and 33,344 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Nawada. 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 | 5,65,112 | 5,40,032 | 25,080 |
| SC Male Population | 2,90,050 | 2,77,051 | 12,999 |
| SC Female Population | 2,75,062 | 2,62,981 | 12,081 |
| Total ST Population | 2,045 | 1,878 | 167 |
| ST Male Population | 997 | 916 | 81 |
| ST Female Population | 1,048 | 962 | 86 |
| Population Density | 890 / km² | 819 / km² | 4,652 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Nawada district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Nawada district is approximately 5,65,112, including 2,90,050 males and 2,75,062 females. In rural areas, it is 5,40,032, including 2,77,051 males and 2,62,981 females. In urban areas, it is 25,080, including 12,999 males and 12,081 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Nawada district is about 2,045, including 997 males and 1,048 females. In rural areas, it is 1,878, including 916 males and 962 females. In urban areas, it is 167, including 81 males and 86 females.
- Overall population density of Nawada district is around 890 people per km². Rural areas have about 819 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,652 people per km².