North West Delhi
North West Delhi is a district in the Delhi National Capital Territory of India. The total area of North West Delhi district is 443 km², which includes 170.75 km² of rural area and 272.25 km² of urban area. There are about 48 villages in North West Delhi district.
For administrative convenience, North West Delhi 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 3 tehsils in North West Delhi district. Here is the list of all North West Delhi Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in North West Delhi District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Model Town | 25 | 5,95,810 |
| 2 | Narela | 264 | 8,09,913 |
| 3 | Saraswati Vihar | 154 | 22,50,816 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Narela is the largest tehsil in north west delhi district by area, while Saraswati Vihar is the largest by population. Model Town is the smallest tehsil in north west delhi district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Narela | Saraswati Vihar |
| Smallest Tehsil | Model Town | Model Town |
Population of North West Delhi District
The population of North West Delhi 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 North West Delhi, 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 | 36,56,539 | 2,13,950 | 34,42,589 |
| Total Male Population | 19,60,922 | 1,15,680 | 18,45,242 |
| Total Female Population | 16,95,617 | 98,270 | 15,97,347 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,49,894 | 28,936 | 4,20,958 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,41,169 | 15,894 | 2,25,275 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,08,725 | 13,042 | 1,95,683 |
| Literate Population | 27,07,855 | 1,47,327 | 25,60,528 |
| Literate Male Population | 15,41,952 | 87,043 | 14,54,909 |
| Literate Female Population | 11,65,903 | 60,284 | 11,05,619 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,48,684 | 66,623 | 8,82,061 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,18,970 | 28,637 | 3,90,333 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,29,714 | 37,986 | 4,91,728 |
| Households | 7,36,253 | 40,500 | 6,95,753 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of North West Delhi district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of North West Delhi district is 36,56,539, including 19,60,922 males and 16,95,617 females. In rural areas, it is 2,13,950, including 1,15,680 males and 98,270 females. In urban areas, it is 34,42,589, including 18,45,242 males and 15,97,347 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in North West Delhi district is 4,49,894, including 2,41,169 boys and 2,08,725 girls. In rural areas, it is 28,936, including 15,894 boys and 13,042 girls. In urban areas, it is 4,20,958, including 2,25,275 boys and 1,95,683 girls.
- Literate population in North West Delhi district is around 27,07,855, including 15,41,952 males and 11,65,903 females. In rural areas, it is 1,47,327, including 87,043 males and 60,284 females. In urban areas, it is 25,60,528, including 14,54,909 males and 11,05,619 females.
- Illiterate population in North West Delhi district is about 9,48,684, including 4,18,970 males and 5,29,714 females. In rural areas, it is 66,623, including 28,637 males and 37,986 females. In urban areas, it is 8,82,061, including 3,90,333 males and 4,91,728 females.
- There are about 7,36,253 households in North West Delhi district, including 40,500 in rural areas and 6,95,753 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within North West Delhi. 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 | 6,97,237 | 50,468 | 6,46,769 |
| SC Male Population | 3,71,546 | 26,996 | 3,44,550 |
| SC Female Population | 3,25,691 | 23,472 | 3,02,219 |
| Total ST Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| ST Male Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| ST Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Population Density | 8,254 / km² | 1,253 / km² | 12,645 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of North West Delhi district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in North West Delhi district is approximately 6,97,237, including 3,71,546 males and 3,25,691 females. In rural areas, it is 50,468, including 26,996 males and 23,472 females. In urban areas, it is 6,46,769, including 3,44,550 males and 3,02,219 females.
- Overall population density of North West Delhi district is around 8,254 people per km². Rural areas have about 1,253 people per km². Urban areas have about 12,645 people per km².