South West Delhi
South West Delhi is a district in the Delhi National Capital Territory of India. The total area of South West Delhi district is 421 km², which includes 153.66 km² of rural area and 267.34 km² of urban area. There are about 39 villages in South West Delhi district.
For administrative convenience, South 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 South West Delhi district. Here is the list of all South West Delhi Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in South West Delhi District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delhi Cantonment | 68 | 2,86,140 |
| 2 | Najafgarh | 262 | 13,65,152 |
| 3 | Vasant Vihar | 92 | 6,41,666 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Najafgarh is the largest tehsil in south west delhi district by both area and population. Delhi Cantonment is the smallest tehsil in south west delhi district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Najafgarh | Najafgarh |
| Smallest Tehsil | Delhi Cantonment | Delhi Cantonment |
Population of South West Delhi District
The population of South 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 South 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 | 22,92,958 | 1,43,676 | 21,49,282 |
| Total Male Population | 12,46,046 | 77,342 | 11,68,704 |
| Total Female Population | 10,46,912 | 66,334 | 9,80,578 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,67,989 | 18,901 | 2,49,088 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,45,285 | 10,587 | 1,34,698 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,22,704 | 8,314 | 1,14,390 |
| Literate Population | 17,87,689 | 1,05,998 | 16,81,691 |
| Literate Male Population | 10,25,261 | 61,887 | 9,63,374 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,62,428 | 44,111 | 7,18,317 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,05,269 | 37,678 | 4,67,591 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,20,785 | 15,455 | 2,05,330 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,84,484 | 22,223 | 2,62,261 |
| Households | 4,94,439 | 27,322 | 4,67,117 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of South West Delhi district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of South West Delhi district is 22,92,958, including 12,46,046 males and 10,46,912 females. In rural areas, it is 1,43,676, including 77,342 males and 66,334 females. In urban areas, it is 21,49,282, including 11,68,704 males and 9,80,578 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in South West Delhi district is 2,67,989, including 1,45,285 boys and 1,22,704 girls. In rural areas, it is 18,901, including 10,587 boys and 8,314 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,49,088, including 1,34,698 boys and 1,14,390 girls.
- Literate population in South West Delhi district is around 17,87,689, including 10,25,261 males and 7,62,428 females. In rural areas, it is 1,05,998, including 61,887 males and 44,111 females. In urban areas, it is 16,81,691, including 9,63,374 males and 7,18,317 females.
- Illiterate population in South West Delhi district is about 5,05,269, including 2,20,785 males and 2,84,484 females. In rural areas, it is 37,678, including 15,455 males and 22,223 females. In urban areas, it is 4,67,591, including 2,05,330 males and 2,62,261 females.
- There are about 4,94,439 households in South West Delhi district, including 27,322 in rural areas and 4,67,117 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within South 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 | 3,18,408 | 24,619 | 2,93,789 |
| SC Male Population | 1,70,205 | 13,060 | 1,57,145 |
| SC Female Population | 1,48,203 | 11,559 | 1,36,644 |
| 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 | 5,446 / km² | 935 / km² | 8,040 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of South West Delhi district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in South West Delhi district is approximately 3,18,408, including 1,70,205 males and 1,48,203 females. In rural areas, it is 24,619, including 13,060 males and 11,559 females. In urban areas, it is 2,93,789, including 1,57,145 males and 1,36,644 females.
- Overall population density of South West Delhi district is around 5,446 people per km². Rural areas have about 935 people per km². Urban areas have about 8,040 people per km².